The Upcoming 7-Seater SUVs to Watch Out For in 2024 in India
The Indian automobile market is buzzing with anticipation as several 7-seater vehicles are set to make their debut next year. Here’s a glance at what’s in store for car enthusiasts in 2024:
Hyundai Alcazar Facelift: Early 2024 will witness Hyundai unveiling the facelifted version of Creta. Its three-row sibling, Alcazar, is also poised for a significant update. It has been spotted during tests, and expectations are rife about design modifications resembling the five-seater variant, accompanied by upgraded interiors boasting features like Level 2 ADAS.
Nissan X-Trail: Nissan showcased the X-Trail in New Delhi last year alongside Juke and Qashqai. Currently under testing on Indian roads, it’s likely to be launched in a 7-seater configuration next year. The vehicle might be equipped with either a 1.5-liter mild-hybrid petrol engine or the e-Power range extender technology.
5-Door Force Gurkha: The lifestyle off-road SUV segment could see the release of the 5-door Force Gurkha by the second quarter. Although it will offer multiple seating configurations, it remains uncertain whether its equipment list will receive updates. Powering it will be a 2.6-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine.
Next-gen Skoda Kodiaq: The latest iteration of Skoda Kodiaq was unveiled earlier this month with numerous interior and exterior enhancements, sizing up from its predecessor. With its sibling, the all-new Volkswagen Tiguan making its global debut last month, the Kodiaq’s launch in India is highly anticipated next year.
5-Door Mahindra Thar: Mahindra will also grace the lifestyle off-road segment with a 5-door SUV variant. The current Thar will undergo modifications to accommodate more interior space. Available in 6 or potentially 7-seater layouts, it will be powered by the familiar 2.2-liter diesel and 2.0-liter petrol engines.
Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus: Positioned below the Scorpio Classic, the Mahindra Bolero Neo Plus will be sold in 7 and 9-seater configurations. Essentially, it’s a facelifted version of the TUV300 Plus and will harness power from the 2.2-liter mHawk diesel engine, paired with a manual transmission.
2024 seems to be a promising year for those eyeing spacious family vehicles in the Indian automobile market. With multiple major brands stepping up their game, consumers will have a plethora of options to choose from.
Summery:
– Several 7-seater cars are set to launch in the Indian automobile market next year by brands like Hyundai, Mahindra, Nissan, Force, etc.
– The Hyundai Alcazar will receive a major update next year, with changes in design and the addition of new features and technology.
– Nissan is planning to launch the 7-seater configuration of the X-Trail in India next year, with the option of a 1.5-liter hybrid petrol engine or the e-Power range extender technology.
– The 5-door Force Gurkha, an off-road SUV, is expected to launch next year with a multiple seating configuration and a 2.6-liter 4-cylinder diesel engine.
– The new generation Skoda Kodiaq and the Foxwagon Tiguan are expected to launch in India next year, along with the anticipated launch of the three-row Foxwagon Taeron SUV.
– Mahindra is set to launch a 5-door version of the Thar SUV next year, with the option of 6 or 7 seats and powered by a 2.2-liter diesel or 2.0-liter petrol engine.
– Mahindra will also launch the Bolero Neo Plus, a facelifted version of the TUV300 Plus, with a 7 or 9-seater configuration and powered by a 2.2-liter mHawk diesel engine.
