Maruti Suzuki: India’s largest automaker is preparing to release several highly anticipated models, including a Baleno-based subcompact crossover and a five-door Jimny. Moreover, the company has been developing an MPV that would be based on the Toyota Innova Hycross.
Hyundai India: Hyundai, India’s second-largest automobile manufacturer, has planned some exciting launches in 2023, including the next-generation Verna sedan, a micro SUV, and a facelifted i10 hatchback, with a 15% market share as of 2022 and a US$5.5 billion turnover in India. The automaker is expected to announce the prices of its flagship Ioniq 5 EV at Auto Expo 2023.
Kia: On the other hand, Hyundai’s sister carmaker, Kia, could bring the facelifted Seltos to India in 2023. The new Seltos is expected to see changes in front and rear-end styling, new alloys, and a floating dual-display interior panel.
Mahindra: Riding high on the success of Thar, Mahindra will unveil its compact-sized EV, the XUV400 in 2023 as a rival to the Tata Nexon EV Max. According to reports, this EV will be able to deliver a range of up to 456 km with its powerful 150PS electric drivetrain and hit a nought to 100kmph in 8.3 seconds.
Tata: One of India’s largest automakers, Tata Motors, managed to become the second-best-selling car brand in December 2022 after posting sales of over 40,043 units, showing 13.44 percent year-on-year growth compared to the sale of 35,299 units in December 2021. Tata is expected to release the facelifted versions of the Harrier and Safari SUVs in 2023.