Car manufacturers frequently give mid-life updates to their existing models to boost their sales and meet the latest market trends. In coming months, we witness multiple new product launches including all-new models, facelifts, special editions and new variants. Here’s a brief on India’s top 7 popular cars, which are ready to receive mid-life updates (facelift).
MG Hector
The 2022 MG Hector facelift is likely to hit roads during this festive season. Its official launch date, however, is yet to be revealed. The carmaker has confirmed that the SUV’s updated will have a new dual-tone (Oak White and Black) interior with a bigger 14-inch portrait HD touchscreen infotainment system. The info unit will support Next-Gen i-SMART technology. Other key changes will include a new digital instrument console, a new multi functional steering wheel, leather finished dashboard, wireless phone charging and more. It might also get the Level 2 ADAS suite. While the exterior will receive a few changes, the engine setup will remain intact. More details here…
Hyundai Creta
The new Hyundai Creta facelift will be launched before the end of this fiscal year. The SUV will witness comprehensive upgrades inside and out, while its engine-gearbox combinations will remain unchanged. The new Creta will feature the brand’s new parametric grille merging with the LED DRLs, updated front bumper with slimmer and wider air-inlet, slightly repositioned headlamps, new taillights and updated rear bumper. Inside, there will be an updated 10.25-inch digital instrument console, updated Hyundai’s Bluelink connected car tech and some new safety features. The carmaker has confirmed that the 2022 Hyundai Creta will come with the ADAS tech. More details here…
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
The South Korean automaker has started testing the updated Grand i10 Nios hatchback that’s likely to arrive sometime in 2023. The spy images reveal that the new model will have an updated front grille and headlamps with integrated LED DRLs. At the rear, it will get new taillamps and bumper. Save for the new dual-tone alloy wheels, the side profile is likely to remain unchanged. With the mid-life update, the hatch might get new colour schemes. Interior is expected to be updated with new upholstery and a few advanced goodies. More details here…
Tata Altroz
A test mule of the Tata Altroz hatchback was recently caught on camera. It’s likely to be the updated version of the hatch that might come sometime in 2023. The prototype features monotone alloy wheels and rear defogger. Even if the Altroz receives a mid-life update, its engine setup is likely to remain the same. Currently, it comes with the 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol, 1.2L turbo petrol and 1.5L turbo diesel engine options. More details here…
Tata Harrier
The new 2023 Tata Harrier facelift is currently in its testing phase and caught on camera multiple times. The SUV is likely to receive most of design updates at the front end. It might feature a newly-designed grille, revised bumper and headlamps and new set of alloy wheels. Tata might equip the new Harrier with lots of advanced technologies including ADAS (advanced driver assistance system). It could also be equipped with a 360 degree surround view camera, ventilated seats, air purifier and a bigger infotainment system. The SUV will continue to use the 170bhp, 2.0L diesel engine. More details here…
Tata Safari
The new Tata Safari facelift is likely to go on sale by the end of this fiscal year. Minimal changes will be made to its exterior and interior. If reports are to be believed, the new Safari could be offered with the ADAS suite along with a 360 degree camera, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity and a larger infotainment unit. The SUV might carry a new grille with silver finish holes and more circular headlamps with sharper LED DRLs. Under the hood, the new Safari will continue to feature the 170bhp, 2.0L Kryotec diesel engine. More details here…
Mahindra XUV300
Mahindra & Mahindra will introduce the XUV300 facelift in coming months (possibly this festive season or in early 2023). Major update will come in the form of the new 1.2L turbo petrol T-GDI mStallion engine making 130bhp and 230Nm. The lower variants of the SUV are likely to be offered with the existing 1.5L diesel motor delivering 115bhp and 300Nm. Both manual and automatic gearboxes will be on offer. Minimal updates are likely to be made to its exterior and interior. More details here…
