Mahindra had launched the new XUV700 3-row SUV in the country in 2021. The SUV has received an overwhelming response from buyers with a waiting period of up to 24 months. Interestingly, the top-spec variant of the XUV700 is the most popular in its line-up and is equipped with several high-end features including ADAS Tech that’s the main reason behind its huge success.
Now, Hyundai and Tata Motors are also planning to launch their SUVs with advanced driver assistance system. Tata Motors has started testing the Harrier and the Safari, which will come with several features including ADAS tech. On the other hand, Hyundai has recently launched the new Tucson with ADAS. The company has also confirmed that the Alcazar and the Creta will also receive these advanced driver assistant features. In fact, testing of the 2023 Hyundai Alcazar has also been commenced. MG has also confirmed the launch of the new Hector SUV, which will also come with ADAS.
2023 Tata Safari
The updated Safari will receive cosmetic design changes in the form of new grille and revised bumpers. The grille will have rectangular design elements with silver accents, while the silver bumper insert will be replaced by black finish.
The new Safari is expected to come with high-end features such as a larger touchscreen infotainment system and a 360 degree camera. The ADAS features are likely to include blind-spot monitoring, auto emergency braking, lane-keep assist and rear cross-traffic alert. The SUV will continue to feature a 170bhp, 2.0L turbo-diesel engine with 6MT and 6AT gearboxes. The SUV could also receive a turbo petrol engine.
2023 Hyundai Alcazar
Hyundai has also started testing the updated Alcazar 3-row SUV, which will come with cosmetic design changes and upgraded interior. The spy images reveal that the updated model will receive a tweaked radiator grille, LED headlamps and LED fog lamp. At the back, the 2023 Hyundai Alcazar gets wraparound LED tail-lights with the C-shaped light signature.
The upgraded model will also come with ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistant System) with features similar to those of Tucson. It will have autonomous emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, collision avoidance tech, lane keep assist, rear cross traffic alert and others. It is likely to be offered with the existing engine options including a 157bhp, 2.0L petrol and a 113bhp, 1.5L turbo-diesel. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic.
