Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra, two home-grown automakers, have a handful of new products for the Indian market. The former is all set to launch its first micro SUV – Tata Punch – in the month of September. It will be positioned against Hyundai’s upcoming Casper and the already existing cars like Maruti Ignis and Mahindra KUV100. Mahindra recently announced prices of the XUV700 5-seater SUV and its market launch will happen in coming months. Its 7-seater version will hit showrooms in October, 2021. After that, the Pune-based carmaker will bring in the next-generation Mahindra Scorpio. Here’re details of the next big launches from Tata and Mahindra.
Tata Punch
The upcoming Punch mini SUV has already been revealed in its production avatar via official images. It’s based on the HBX concept that made its first public appearance at the 2020 Auto Expo. The final model retains most of the design elements from the concept. Though, its rear section appears to be slightly toned-down. The teaser images lead us to believe that the Punch will offer traction modes (first-in-segment) along with the hill start assist and hill decent control. Its interior might be similar to the Altroz. Engine setup of the Tata Punch is likely to 85bhp, 1.2L NA petrol and 100bhp, 1.2L turbo petrol unit. Both manual and AMT gearboxes will be on offer. Prices of the new Tata mini SUV are likely to fall between Rs 5 lakh – Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom).
2022 Mahindra Scorpio
The next-generation Mahindra Scorpio has been slated to launch in early 2022. The SUV will receive noticeable cosmetic and feature upgrades along with new, more powerful engines. If reports are to be believed, the 2022 Scorpio will share its diesel engine with the entry-level XUV700 MX variant that uses 155bhp, 2.2L mHawk turbo motor. The 2.0L, 4-cylinder turbo unit will power petrol version. Transmission options will include 6-speed manual and automatic along with the RWD system. The latest spy images confirm that the 2022 Mahindra Scorpio will come with a new touchscreen infotainment system, a 360 degree parking camera, dual-tone leatherette upholstery, a flat bottom multi functional steering wheel, and the forward facing third row seat. The new Scorpio is estimated to cost from Rs 12 lakh to Rs 18 lakh (ex-showroom).
