The year 2025 has already witnessed the launch of several new cars. Now, a host of exciting new vehicles are slated to hit the market in the coming four months. Automakers such as Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata, Vinfast, Mahindra, Volkswagen, Renault, and Nissan are gearing up for launches around the Diwali festival, promising a boost to the automotive sector. Notably, the majority of these upcoming vehicles are SUVs.
Let’s delve into the details of the five cars expected to be launched this year:
* **Renault Kiger Facelift:** Scheduled for launch on August 24, the Renault Kiger facelift marks the first of the upcoming releases. Initially introduced in 2021, this sub-4 meter SUV is set to receive an upgrade. This includes potential enhancements to both the exterior and interior, alongside improvements in safety features and modifications to the engine lineup. The existing model’s price ranges from Rs 6.15 to 11.23 lakh (ex-showroom).
* **Vinfast VF 6 and VF 7:** Pre-bookings for the Vinfast VF 6 and VF 7 electric SUVs have already commenced in India. The VinFast VF 6 will be equipped with a 59.5 kWh battery pack, offering a range of 399 km, with the Plus trim offering 381 km. The Vinfast VF 7 will feature a 75.3 kWh battery, providing a range of 450 km in the Eco trim and roughly 431 km for the Plus variant.
* **Maruti Victoris:** The all-new Maruti Suzuki Victoris, a 5-seater SUV, is anticipated to launch on September 3, 2025, and will be available through the company’s Arena showrooms. This could be Maruti’s inaugural model to feature Level-2 ADAS, an autonomous driver assistance system. The Victoris will share an engine with the Grand Vitara and will offer both hybrid and CNG options. The expected starting price is around Rs 9 or 10 lakh.
* **Mahindra XUV 3XO EV:** The Mahindra XUV 3XO EV is planned to be launched before the festive season. This electric SUV is designed to resemble the ICE variant of the sub-4 meter SUV and will replace the XUV400 in Mahindra’s lineup. The XUV 3XO EV will be offered with two battery pack options: a 34.5 kWh battery with an estimated range of 359 km and a 39.4 kWh battery capable of covering approximately 456 km on a single charge. The anticipated price is between Rs 15-20 lakh (ex-showroom).
* **2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5:** A facelifted version of the Ioniq 5 is also on the horizon, with significant updates both inside and out. In India, it will be available with an 84kWh battery pack offering a range of 515 km. The motor will be paired with a rear-axle-mounted (RWD) electric motor, providing a claimed range of approximately 570 km (WLTP). The prices are expected to be higher than the current model, which starts at Rs 46 lakh (ex-showroom).