As we step into the new year, the automotive landscape in India is set to witness a wave of new car launches across various segments and price ranges. Let's delve into the exciting lineup of new cars that are scheduled to make their debut or receive facelifts in January 2024.
Kia Sonet Facelift
- Expected Launch: January 2024
- Kia's popular sub-four-meter SUV, the Sonet, made its global debut in December 2023. This month, the updated model is set to hit the Indian market, posing as a strong contender against rivals like Hyundai Venue, Maruti Brezza, Renault Kiger, Mahindra XUV300, and Nissan Magnite. The facelift features a refreshed exterior design, enhanced safety with an ADAS suite, a fully digital color instrument cluster, a 360-degree camera, and standard six airbags.
Hyundai Creta Facelift
- Expected Launch: January 16, 2024
- The highly anticipated Hyundai Creta facelift is scheduled for a grand reveal on January 16. This comprehensive update to the popular SUV, first launched in 2020, includes changes to the front and rear bumpers, a new grille, split headlamps, dual-tone alloy wheels, a fully digital color instrument console, an ADAS suite, and a 360-degree camera. The update may also introduce a new 1.5-liter turbo-petrol engine with manual and DCT units.
Updated Mahindra XUV400
- Expected Launch: Late January 2024
- Mahindra is gearing up to launch an update for the XUV400 electric SUV, featuring two new variants: EC Pro and EL Pro. The refreshed model will boast rear AC vents, dual 10.25-inch screens, wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto connectivity, a revised dashboard, a new steering wheel, and wireless charging. The battery packs, including the 34.5kWh and 39.4kWh units, are expected to remain unchanged.
Mercedes-Benz GLS Facelift
- Expected Launch: January 8, 2024
- Mercedes-Benz kicks off the year with the launch of the GLS facelift on January 8. The update may include a new 3.0-liter petrol engine in addition to the existing 3.0-liter diesel motor. Exterior changes are anticipated to be subtle, with tweaks to front and rear bumpers, redesigned LED headlamps, glossy black inserts, and new 20-inch alloy wheels. Inside, the GLS will feature the latest MBUX infotainment system, transparent bonnet function, three display modes, and two interior themes.
Stay tuned for an exciting start to 2024 with these anticipated car launches in India, offering a diverse range of options for automotive enthusiasts.