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Upcoming New Cars Launching in Next Two Years – Complete List

28. Tata Q501

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Internally known as Q501, it is primarily a premium SUV based on Land Rover Discovery platform. Expected to be named Merlin, this could be the next generation Tata Safari Storme, that is currently in testing phase. The premium SUV from Tata Motors will be a seven-seater model that will compete with Jeep Compass and Hyundai Tucson in the segment. Under the hood, the SUV is likely to come with a 170bhp, 2.0-litre oil burner sourced from Fiat. Interestingly, this is the same unit will be offered on the Jeep Compass. Transmission options will include a 6-speed manual and an all new automatic transmission. In addition, Tata is said to develop an all-new 4WD drivetrain with Land Rover’s Terrain Response program. Read More

Expected Launch Second quarter of 2018
Expected Price Rs 18 lakh to Rs 25 lakh
Engine Specifications 2.0-litre diesel engine

29. Mahindra Y400

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In a bid to regain lost ground in India, Mahindra is developing several new vehicles. Being developed under the codename Y400, this one is among the several upcoming cars in India from the UV giant. While Mahindra is yet tight-lipped about the model, reports in media suggest, it could be the new premium SUV likely to be names XUV700. It is expected that Mahindra will use the new-generation body-on-frame chassis from its Korean subsidiary SsangYong for the Y400. As for the engine, it could derive power from the 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine with 6-speed manual or a 7-speed automatic unit. Read More

Expected Launch Either 2018 end or Early 2019
Expected Price Rs 8 lakh to Rs 25 lakh
Engine Specifications 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine

30. New Volkswagen Virtus

German premium carmaker, Volkswagen has revealed the Virtus mid-sized sedan that will go on sale in the global markets in early 2018. It is based on the VW Group’s MQB-AO platform that also underpins the Polo hatchback. This sedan will replace the Polo sedan or Vento in several international markets. Besides sharing platform, the sedan also shares design cues from the hatchback sibling. It will take on the likes of Honda City and others in its league.

The sedan comes with a wheelbase of 2,650mm, which is around 80mm more than that of the Polo. With increased wheelbase, this sedan now offers a large boot space of 521-litres. The 2018 Volkswagen Virtus sedan is available with two engines – a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol and a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol. Transmission options will include a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed manual and a 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox. Read More

Expected Launch Mid-2019
Expected Price Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 lakh
Engine Specifications NA

31. Skoda Compact SUV

Czech automaker, Skoda is working on an all-new ECO platform that will underpin future range of Skoda cars in India. If media reports are to be believed, Skoda is working on a compact SUV on this platform for Indian market. This platform is basically the highly-localised version of the MQB platform. The compact SUV will rival the Hyundai Creta and Renault Captur.

This compact SUV will feature an all-new diesel engine, which will be a stripped-down version of VW’s EA288 2.0-litre diese engine. This engine will also power the future VW Group’s car in India. Read More

Expected Launch  2019
Expected Price Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 lakh
Engine Specifications 1.5-litre TSI & 2.0-litre TDI engine

32. Maruti Grand Vitara – 7 Seater SUV

The Indo-Japanese automaker is working on a premium SUV for the Indian market. The new model is likely to be called Grand Vitara and will be retailed through NEXA premium dealership network. If reports are to be believed, the new SUV will be developed on Vitara Brezza platform that will allow Maruti to price it competitively. It will be a 7 seater SUV and will rival against the likes of Mahindra XUV500, Tata Hexa and others in its league.

Suzuki Grand Vitara - Upcoming Cars In India

Previous reports suggest that Maruti could launch the global Suzuki Vitara as 7 Seater in the Indian market. This model will be positioned against Hyundai Creta & Renault Duster. Maruti has already ordered for 2.0L MJD diesel engines to Fiat, which is likely to power this upcoming 7 seater Maruti car. This engine is capable of producing 170bhp of power and 350Nm of torque. Besides, the company could also use the 1.6L MJD unit that currently powers the S-Cross. Both manual and automatic versions of the car will be on offer. Read More

Expected Launch Either in 2018-19
Expected Price Rs 12 lakh to Rs 18 lakh
Engine Specifications 2.0-litre diesel

33. Tata Merlin (Q502)

It is undoubtedly one of the most exciting upcoming cars in India in the near future. This is expected to be Tata’s first SUV to be developed on Land Rover Discovery platform. Likely to replace the Safari Storme, the Q502 will challenge Jeep Compass and Hyundai Tucson. If reports are to be believed, the new SUV will be called Tata Merlin; however, Tata is yet to make an official announcement on the same.

Tata Q502 - Upcoming Cars In India

Tata Merlin will be powered by a new 2.0-litre diesel engine that also powers the upcoming Jeep Compass. This engine is capable of producing 170bhp of power and 350Nm of torque. Both manual and automatic versions of the car will be on offer. The Q502 will also be equipped with all-wheel-drive system, which will be developed by Tata in collaboration with JLR. Read More

Expected Launch 2018
Expected Price Rs 16 lakh to Rs 20 lakh
Engine Specifications 2.0-litre diesel

34. Mahindra S201

It will be one of the first Mahindra’s upcoming cars in India that will be based on SsangYong’s platform. This compact SUV will be developed on SsangYong X100 platform, which also underpins the Tivoli. However, this SUV will have a completely different design and new interior. SsangYong and Pininfarina, a famous Italian car design house, will help the homegrown UV maker to design this SUV.

Mahindra S201 compact SUV - Upcoming Cars In India

The S201 is expected to get an all-new 1.5-litre TGDI petrol engine, which is currently in development. This new engine is expected to develop over 100bhp of power. Adding to it, the vehicle will also get diesel engine that is likely to be a 1.5-litre mHawk100 unit. A six-speed manual gearbox driving the power to the rear wheels will come as standard, while an automatic gearbox will be offered as optional. Read More

Expected Launch Either in 2018-19
Expected Price Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 lakh
Engine Specifications 1.5-litre petrol & 1.5-litre diesel

35. Mahindra U321

The homegrown automaker is planning to replace the Xylo MPV with an all-new premium MPV. Codenamed U321, this MPV will rival against the Toyota Innova Crysta. It will be developed by Mahindra’s North American Technical Centre, and the production of the car will soon commence at Mahindra’s Nasik plant. Going by the spy images, the U321 is likely to get conventional design and styling elements like toothed grille, bulbous headlamps with projectors, split radiator air-inlets, wraparound taillamps and a large windscreen with wiper.

Mahindra U321 MPV

This premium MPV will be powered by a 1.99-litre mHawk diesel engine that is good for 140bhp of power and 320Nm of torque. The petrol version could get a 1.6-litre engine that will be sourced from SsangYong Motors. Transmission options will include a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. Read More

Expected Launch Either in 2017-18
Expected Price Rs 12 lakh to Rs 18 lakh
Engine Specifications 1.99-litre diesel & 1.6-litre petrol

36. Mahindra TUV300 Plus

The SUV is likely to get automatic climate control, rear AC vents, and a new touchscreen infotainment system. It will be powered by a 1.99-litre mHawk diesel engine that produces 120bhp of power and 240Nm of torque. Transmission options on offer will include a 5-speed manual and AMT gearbox.

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The SUV is likely to get automatic climate control, rear AC vents, and a new touchscreen infotainment system. It will be powered by a 1.99-litre mHawk diesel engine that produces 120bhp of power and 240Nm of torque. Transmission options on offer will include a 5-speed manual and AMT gearbox. Read More

Expected Launch 2018
Expected Price Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 lakh
Engine Specifications 1.99-litre diesel

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