Auto Sales June 2026: Maruti Retains Lead, Tata, Mahindra Post Strong Growth; Hyundai Hit By Production Loss

Indian automakers closed June on a mixed note, with Tata Motors and Mahindra posting strong year-on-year gains, while Hyundai's monthly volumes were impacted by supply-side issues. MG, meanwhile, reported its best-ever wholesale numbers, helped largely by electric vehicle demand. Let's take a look at how each brand performed in the month of June 2026. 

 

Maruti Suzuki

Maruti Suzuki continues to lead the sales chart in June 2026, reporting total sales of 2,00,390 units, including domestic sales, exports and supplies to other OEMs. Domestic sales stood at 1,50,150 units, while exports contributed 42,768 units. Sales to other OEMs came in at 7,472 units during the month.

 

Within the domestic passenger vehicle business, utility vehicles continued to be a major growth driver. The segment, which includes models such as the Brezza, Ertiga, Fronx and Grand Vitara, recorded sales of 61,726 units, up from 47,947 units in June last year. Passenger car sales across the mini, compact and mid-size segments stood at 75,231 units, while the Eeco van contributed 10,230 units. Overall domestic passenger vehicle sales reached 1,47,187 units, compared to 1,18,906 units in June 2025.

 

For the first quarter of FY27, Maruti Suzuki reported exports of 1,24,736 units, up from 96,972 units in the corresponding period last year, while total domestic passenger vehicle sales stood at 5,25,228 units.

 

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Tata Motors

Tata Motors reported total passenger vehicle sales of 63,083 units in June 2026, including domestic and export markets, compared to 37,237 units in the same month last year. This marks a growth of 69 per cent. Domestic sales stood at 62,076 units, while exports contributed 1,007 units. 

 

The company's EV business continued to grow, with sales of 14,800 electric vehicles during the month, up from 5,228 units in June 2025. For the first quarter of FY27, Tata sold 1,82,574 passenger vehicles, registering a 46 per cent increase over the corresponding period last year.

 

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles MD and CEO Shailesh Chandra said the company saw strong demand for the updated Tiago and Punch, while adding that supply constraints affected Sierra volumes during the quarter. He noted that measures are being taken to increase production and improve deliveries from the second quarter.

 

Also Read: Tata Sierra EV: Variants, Features, Prices Explained

 

Mahindra

Mahindra Auto reported overall sales of 1,06,207 vehicles in June, including exports, up 37 per cent year-on-year. The company sold 60,393 utility vehicles in the domestic market, compared to 47,306 units a year earlier. Total SUV sales, including exports, stood at 61,504 units. Exports spiked to 5,918 units, more than double the 2,634 units recorded during the same period last year.

 

Mahindra Automotive Division CEO Nalinikanth Gollagunta said demand remained steady across both the SUV and light commercial vehicle segments during the month.

 

Hyundai

Hyundai Motor India reported total sales of 51,335 units in June, comprising 39,635 domestic sales and 11,700 exports. The company said a fire at one of its suppliers' facilities led to a production loss of 13,900 units during the month, affecting overall volumes. Production across Hyundai's plants returned to normal from June 22, with the automaker expecting to recover the lost output during the second quarter of FY27.

 

Commenting on the numbers, Hyundai MD and CEO Tarun Garg said the company had arranged alternate sources for components to minimise disruption and restore normal production levels.

 

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MG Motor

JSW MG Motor India recorded wholesale sales of 7,568 units in June, a 30 per cent increase compared to the same month last year. The figure also marks the company's highest-ever monthly wholesale performance. Electric vehicles continued to account for the bulk of sales, contributing more than 75 per cent of the company's volumes during the month.

 

MG Managing Director Anurag Mehrotra said customer demand remained steady across both electric and internal-combustion models. The company also began deliveries of the recently launched MG Majestor during the month.

 

Kia India

Kia India reported its best-ever June sales since entering the Indian market, dispatching 24,552 units during the month, up 19 per cent from the 20,625 units sold in June 2025. The first half of 2026 also proved to be Kia's strongest yet, with wholesale volumes reaching 1,63,749 units, a 15.2 per cent increase over the 1,42,139 units recorded during the corresponding period last year.

Commenting on the milestone, Atul Sood, Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Kia India, said, "Closing the first half of the year at a record high with best-ever June sales is a significant milestone for Kia India and reflects the trust customers continue to place in our brand." He added that continued demand for the Seltos, Sonet and Carens Clavis, along with a positive response to the MY26 Syros and Clavis EV, contributed to the company's performance.

 

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Skoda Auto India

Skoda Auto India did not disclose its June sales figures but reported a strong first half of 2026, with total sales reaching 38,894 units, up 7.5 per cent compared to the same period last year. With this, H1 2026 has now become the brand's strongest first-half performance in the country.

 

Commenting on the results, Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, said, "Our record half-yearly sales reflect the growing confidence and trust customers place in the Škoda brand." He added that demand for the new Kushaq, updated Kodiaq, and the recently launched Kodiaq RS, which sold out within minutes of bookings opening, had contributed to the sales, while the Kylaq continued to drive volumes.

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Kia Seltos GTX(O), X-Line(O) Launched At Rs 21.57 Lakh; Gets Enhanced ADAS Tech, New Features

Around 6 months after its launch, Kia has updated the second-gen Seltos with new top variants – GTX(O) and X-Line(O). Priced from Rs 21.57 lakh (ex-showroom), the new range-topping variants of the Seltos pack in some additional features, including an enhanced ADAS suite with 28 safety features – up from 21 offered in the GTX(A) & X-Line(A). The new variants are about Rs 1.57 lakh more expensive than the GTX(A) & X-Line(A).

 

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Starting with the ADAS tech, Kia says that the new top variants of the Seltos get the company’s new ADAS F+ suite with greater capabilities than the Level 2 tech already offered. The enhanced functionalities include a more comprehensive frontal collision avoidance assist function that covers junction crossing, lane change (both oncoming and side) and, more importantly, it now includes Evasive Steering Assist. The Level 2 system currently offers only front collision avoidance assist with vehicle, pedestrian and cyclist recognition and avoidance assist for direct oncoming and junction turning.

 

Also read: Second-Gen Kia Sonet Spied Testing In India; Debut Likely In 2027
 

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Other new ADAS features include navigation-based smart cruise control that automatically adjusts the vehicle’s speed based on map data and highway driving assist that ensures the vehicle stays in its lane and within speed limits.

Moving to comfort and convenience features, the new GTX(O) and X-Line(O) get a new dashcam setup with front and rear cameras, a head-up display and an air purifier with AQ readout.

 

Also read: Kia Introduces BaaS Scheme For Carens Clavis EV
 

Moving to the powertrain, the new top variants are offered with either the 1.5-litre T-GDi turbo-petrol or 1.5-litre diesel engine options. As with the GTX(A) and X-Line(A) trims, buyers can only get the engine options with an automatic gearbox.

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Car Launches In July 2026: PHEV, Hybrid SUV And More

From hatchbacks to compact SUVs, lifestyle pickups, hybrid SUVs, and a PHEV, there will be something for everyone in July, making it one of the busiest months of the year. Here is the list of cars that will make their way to India in July 2026.
 

1) Renault Kwid facelift


 

Renault seems to have already gone full throttle in the Indian market after the successful launch of the Duster. The company is set to give the entry-level hatchback, the Kwid, a facelift on July 3. The hatchback will get its second major facelift, a decade after it was launched in 2015.
 

Based on spy shots, the Kwid looks to get a more upright fascia than the outgoing model. It might retain the split headlamp design. The LED daytime running lamps look to feature Y-shaped lighting elements, while the main headlamps seem smaller and sit flush with the bumper. The grille, too, appeared to be slimmer.
 

On the inside, it is expected to get a new floating touchscreen, a new steering wheel with a new digital instrument cluster, and also standard six airbags. However, mechanically, the new Kwid is expected to remain unchanged, with the familiar 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol, and is expected to continue to be paired with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or an AMT.
 

2) Nissan Tekton


 

Nissan is gearing up to challenge compact SUV segment leaders with its Tekton. The badge-engineered sibling of the new Renault Duster will be launched on 9 July. The teaser shows its fascia, which gets L-shaped daytime running lamps with a traditional rectangular grille with horizontal slats flanked by rectangular headlamps. 

Apart from the teaser of it, the Tekton has been recently spied undisguised on public roads. At the rear, the Tekton gets revised lighting elements with different patterns, though the lightbar-style design is common with the Duster. 

On the interior, it will get all the bells and whistles like the Duster and will share the same powertrain options as the Duster, i.e., 1.0-litre turbo-petrol and 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine options, as the Duster, the latter getting manual and automatic gearbox options.
 

3) Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift



One of the biggest launches of the year is the Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift. On July 23, this facelift is anticipated, as the Brezza will get a turbo petrol engine along with the already NA petrol. Launched back in 2022, the current generation of the Brezza will also get a longer list of features.
 

Currently, Brezza comes with a 1.5-litre NA petrol, but the facelifted model will get a 1.0-litre Boosterjet unit from Fronx, which generates 100 bhp and 148 Nm, expected to only be available with manual transmission. Apart from this, another notable change will be with the Brezza CNG. Like Victoris, Maruti will adopt the underbody CNG tank layout on the Brezza facelift, which will free up boot space even in the CNG variant.

4) Honda ZR-V


 

From compact SUVs, now it's time to dive into a premium hybrid SUV from Honda, the ZR-V. Honda Car India unveiled the ZR-V hybrid SUV in May 2026, with prebookings currently open across the country. The ZR-V will be arriving in India as a CBU import and will sit a few rungs above the Elevate in the brand's line-up. At the launch, Honda told us deliveries will begin in the second half of July, so expect a price announcement in the coming weeks.

 

At 4,657 mm in length, 1,840 mm in width, and 1,621 mm in height, the ZR-V is closer in size terms to the now-discontinued Hyundai Tucson. Though it doesn't have any direct rivals due to its hybrid powertrain, it will see competition from the likes of the Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tayron.
 

The hybrid SUV is powered by a 2.0-litre, direct-injection petrol engine, which is paired with an electric motor. Combined peak power output is 181 bhp and 315 Nm of torque, which enables a claimed 0-100 kmph acceleration time of 7.9 seconds. The top speed of the Honda ZR-V is rated at 173 kmph. The expected price is upwards of Rs 45 lakh (ex-showroom). This makes it a premium SUV in India.    

 

4) 2026 Toyota Hilux


 

The ninth-generation Hilux broke cover globally in late 2025 and looks set to join Toyota India's line-up in the coming weeks. A few weeks ago, the new-gen pickup truck was spied during a commercial shoot in India, reinforcing the belief that the Hilux will launch in the Indian market soon. The new-gen Hilux gets a notable redesign over its predecessor with a layered front fascia and more sculpted surfacing than the outgoing model. 

The slim main headlamps are connected by a blanked-out strip featuring the Toyota wordmark with the grille sitting lower, flanked by triangular vents on either side. The 2026 Hilux measures 5,320 mm in length, 1,885 mm in width, and 1,815 mm in height, with a 3,085 mm wheelbase and 700 mm water-wading capability.
 

Although it debuted with ICE and EV powertrains globally, India is expected to get the ICE version only. Under the hood, the Hilux is expected to continue with the 2.8-litre diesel engine with a 4x4 system, available with both manual and automatic transmissions. Toyota might think of adding the 48V ‘Neo Drive’ mild hybrid system that was introduced with the Fortuner last year.
 

5) JSW-MG PHEV SUV


 

We got an invite a few days ago, and we have a hunch that JSW-MG is gearing up to launch its first PHEV in India on July 16. We have a hunch that this is the one. The SUV is likely to be a badge-engineered version of the Wuling Starlight 560 SUV, which has been spotted testing on Indian roads in recent months.
 

The Starlight 560 is a 4.74 m, 3-row SUV. That makes it slightly longer than Hector Plus. It's a boxy, elongated SUV with an upright stance, a large grille, and rides on 18-inch alloy wheels. In Global markets, it is available in both 5-seat and 7-seat configurations and sits on a 2,810mm wheelbase. Inside, it features a dual-tone cabin with a minimalist dashboard design featuring a two-spoke steering wheel, a 12.8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and an 8.8-inch digital driver’s display.
 

As for the powertrain, it is expected to get a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired with an electric motor and a 20.5 kWh battery, which gives it a claimed range of over 1,000 km in global markets.
 

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Tata Sierra EV Is The Quickest-Accelerating Indian Car Yet

Tata Motors made a splash at the launch of the much-awaited Sierra EV by revealing the 0-100 kmph acceleration time of its latest electric SUV. The Sierra EV QWD – Tata-speak for dual-motor – will do 0-100 kmph in a mere 5.8 seconds. This makes it the first car from an Indian carmaker to duck the 6-second barrier, besting the Tata Harrier EV's acceleration time by a full half second (6.3 seconds). The Sierra EV QWD is equipped with a 138 bhp motor at the front, and a 235 bhp motor at the rear. Tata is yet to confirm the final combined output for this variant, and there are no performance figures yet for the single-motor variants.

 

Also Read: Tata Sierra EV Launched In India At Rs 18.79 Lakh

 

Tata Sierra EV: Battery, range and charging

 

The Tata Sierra EV will be available with two battery options – 63 kWh and 75 kWh – with both using lithium ferro-phosphate (LFP) cells. Both batteries come with a lifetime warranty. Tata says the real-world range of the 63 kWh variant will be up to 460 kilometres, and up to 530 kilometres for the 75 kWh variant.

 

Customers will be able to use both 3.3 kW as well as 7.2 kW chargers for regular charging, and the Sierra EV can accept up to 120 kW of peak DC fast charging at a speed of 1.6C. This, claims Tata, is sufficient to provide a 20-80 per cent top-up in less than 30 minutes.

 

Also Read: Tata Sierra EV Real-World (C75) Range Figures Revealed

 

The SUV also features vehicle-to-load (3.3 kW) and vehicle-to-vehicle (5 kW) charging capabilities.

 

Prices for the Sierra EV range from Rs 18.79 lakh to Rs 26 lakh (ex-showroom), and opting for a 7.2 kW AC home charger will add another Rs 49,000 to the price.

 

This is a developing story. Please stay tuned for more details.

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Tata Sierra EV Launch LIVE Updates: Price, Specifications, Features, Images

Tata Motors is all set to launch the Sierra EV in the Indian market today. In a build-up to its launch, the carmaker has been dropping teasers for the model, showcasing several key highlights. From the looks of it, the EV derivative of the Sierra appears to be nearly akin to the ICE version despite a few EV-specific treatments.

One of the biggest reveals from Tata's teasers has been the QWD badge, hinting at a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup for the Sierra EV. Similar to the Harrier EV, Tata's Quad Wheel Drive system is expected to be offered on higher variants. The Sierra EV is built on the Acti.ev+ platform, which also underpins the Harrier EV, suggesting that the two SUVs could share a significant portion of their mechanical package.

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Delhi EV Policy Approved: Electric Cars Under Rs 30 Lakh To Get Full Tax Exemption

The Delhi government has approved a new electric vehicle policy that offers full road tax and registration fee exemptions on EVs priced up to Rs 30 lakh, while also laying down timelines for a gradual shift towards electric-only registrations in key vehicle segments. The policy, cleared by the Delhi Cabinet, will come into effect on July 1, 2026, and remain in force until March 31, 2030. It introduces fresh purchase incentives, scrappage benefits and plans for an expansion of charging infrastructure across the capital.

 

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One of the biggest takeaways for private buyers is the complete waiver of road tax and registration charges on electric cars priced below Rs 30 lakh. This is expected to make EV ownership more attractive in the mass-market segment. 

 

The policy also outlines a phased roadmap for electrification in certain segments. From January 1, 2027, only new electric auto-rickshaws and N1 goods carriers will be registered in Delhi. Perhaps the most significant measure in the new policy is the planned shift to electric-only registrations for new two-wheelers from April 1, 2028. Once the rule comes into effect, new petrol-powered motorcycles and scooters will no longer be eligible for registration in Delhi. 

 

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The government has also announced purchase incentives across multiple categories. Electric two-wheelers will be eligible for benefits of up to Rs 30,000, while buyers of electric three-wheelers can avail incentives of up to Rs 50,000. N1-category electric goods carriers, which include small commercial vehicles, will qualify for subsidies of up to Rs 1 lakh.

 

Vehicle owners replacing older, polluting vehicles with EVs will receive additional scrappage incentives ranging from Rs 5,000 to Rs 1 lakh, depending on the category. All eligible benefits under the scheme will be transferred directly to beneficiaries through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mechanism, stated the policy.

Additionally, to eventually support the growing EV network, the government plans to set up more than 30,000 charging points across Delhi during the policy period. 

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New-Gen BMW X5 Teased Ahead Of Global Debut Tomorrow

BMW is set to unveil the fifth-generation X5 globally on June 30, 2026, and has released the first teaser image ahead of the SUV's debut. The upcoming X5 will usher in several technologies from the Neue Klasse programme and become the first BMW model to be offered with five distinct powertrain options.

 

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The teaser offers a head-on glimpse of the new SUV, revealing a more upright and squared-off stance than before. The most prominent element is the new X-shaped LED headlights, with two X motifs on either side of the fascia. These are connected to the familiar kidney grille by slim horizontal light bars. The teaser also suggests a flatter bonnet and pronounced shoulders.

 

While BMW is keeping most details under wraps until the official reveal, the company has already confirmed that the new X5 will be available with petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid, battery-electric and hydrogen fuel-cell powertrains. The iX5 Hydrogen is slated to enter production in 2028, making it BMW's first hydrogen model to be sold globally.

 

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The new-generation X5 will also bring with it a host of technologies from BMW's Neue Klasse architecture, even on internal combustion-engined models. Central to this is the “Heart of Joy” control unit, which manages functions such as the powertrain, braking, steering, charging and energy recuperation. BMW says the system operates ten times faster than previous generations.

 

BMW will offer up to 23-inch wheels on the new X5. Adaptive suspension with electronically controlled dampers will be standard across the range, while higher-spec electric and plug-in hybrid variants will offer Adaptive Chassis Control Professional, bringing two-axle air suspension, Integral Active Steering and active roll stabilisation.

 

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The luxury SUV will also debut BMW's latest SAE Level 2 driver assistance systems, including the optional Motorway and City Assistant package. Features include Entry-to-Exit assistance on highways, Address-to-Address assistance in urban environments, Lane Change Warning, Side Collision Warning and automated evasive manoeuvres within the vehicle's lane.

The all-electric iX5 will be the first BMW SUV to use the brand's sixth-generation eDrive technology, featuring an 800-volt electrical architecture and a new “high-voltage battery with cylindrical cells”. The iX5 60 xDrive packs the largest battery ever fitted to a production BMW EV, offering a usable capacity of 144 kWh in the US and 141 kWh in Europe.

 

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Power comes from a dual-motor setup, with one motor on each axle working in conjunction with BMW's xDrive all-wheel-drive system, though exact specifications are yet to be disclosed. We expect the ix5 to debut sometime later this year. 

 

More details, including the full design, interior and powertrain specifications, will be revealed when the fifth-generation BMW X5 makes its global debut tomorrow.

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Tata Sierra EV Launch Tomorrow: What To Expect?

Tata Motors is all set to launch the Sierra EV in India on June 30, 2026. In the lead-up to the launch, the company has released a series of teasers showcasing its design and other key details. Here's a look at everything we know so far and what we could expect from the launch tomorrow.

 

Tata Sierra EV: Exterior

While the Sierra EV shares most of its design with the ICE version, Tata has introduced a few changes to distinguish the electric model. Up front, the SUV gets a body-coloured, closed-off grille in place of the conventional intake seen on the petrol and diesel versions. The front bumper has also been redesigned, with a more prominent use of black cladding along the lower section. The connected LED light bar, slim headlamps, and vertically stacked fog lamp arrangement remain unchanged.

 

Also Read: Tata Sierra EV QWD Confirmed Ahead Of Launch

The profile is nearly identical to the ICE model, including the alloy wheel design and the signature wraparound rear glass area. At the rear, the only obvious difference appears to be the Sierra.ev badging on the tailgate.

 

Tata Sierra EV: Interior

Coming to the interior, the Sierra EV is expected to mirror its internal-combustion counterpart closely. That means a three-screen layout stretching across the dashboard, along with similar switchgear and control surfaces.

 

Tata Sierra EV: Expected Powertrain

As for the powertrain, one of the biggest talking points – spotted from the teaser – was the QWD badge. Akin to the Harrier EV, the Sierra EV is expected to feature a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup, which Tata calls QWD (Quad Wheel Drive). The SUV is based on the company's Acti.ev+ architecture, the same platform underpinning the Harrier EV. As a result, the Sierra EV is likely to share much of its mechanical package with its larger sibling.

 

Standard variants are expected to feature a rear-wheel-drive layout, while higher trims could get the dual-motor QWD system. Tata is also likely to offer 65 kWh and 75 kWh battery pack options, with a claimed driving range of more than 500 km on a single charge.

 

Also Read: Tata Cars, SUVs To Become Pricier From July 1

The Sierra EV is also expected to pack several terrain modes, including Sand, Rain, Snow and Custom settings, similar to what is offered on the Harrier EV.

 

Tata Sierra EV: Price Expectations

 

While prices will be announced tomorrow, the Sierra EV is expected to be priced in the Rs 17 lakh to Rs 25 lakh (ex-showroom) range. That would position it along the lines of the Curvv EV (Rs 16.99 lakh – Rs 19.19 lakh) and Harrier EV (Rs 21.49 lakh – Rs 29.48 lakh) in Tata's electric portfolio.

 

In the Indian market, the Sierra EV will take on rivals such as the Mahindra BE 6, Hyundai Creta Electric, MG ZS EV and the Maruti e Vitara.

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Nissan Tekton Spied Undisguised Ahead Of July 9 Debut

Ahead of its debut on July 9, the Nissan Tekton compact SUV has been spied undisguised on public roads. The vehicle, spied from the rear, looked to be parked on the set of an advertisement shoot with a vehicle with a mounted camera rig standing alongside. Nissan has released a string of teasers for its compact SUV for almost a year now, with the Tekton first confirmed in March 2025.

 

Also read: Nissan Gravite Prices Hiked By Up To Rs 18,000; Range Now Starts At Rs 5.73 Lakh
 

Over the year, Nissan has released multiple teaser images and design sketches providing a look at the SUV, with the teaser campaign recently amping up ahead of its debut.

 

Also Read: Nissan Tekton SUV To Debut On July 9
 

Set to be the sister model to the new Renault Duster, Nissan has tried to give the Tekton greater differentiation from its Renault sibling, including a revised fascia and rear end. Starting with the fascia, the Tekton gets a traditional rectangular grille with horizontal slats flanked by rectangular headlamps with L-shaped daytime running lamps. A light bar also spans the width of the grille along the upper edge. The chunky front bumper features prominent use of silver trim. The SUV’s name Tekton, is clearly scrawled across the leading edge of the bonnet.

At the rear, the Tekton gets revised lighting elements with different internals, though the lightbar-style design is common with the Duster. The panel housing the number plate is finished in body colour – as opposed to black in the Duster – and the rear bumper features a more squared-off design while still featuring black and silver plastic trim.

 

Also read: Nissan Launches Twin-Cylinder CNG Retrofitment Kit For Gravite At Rs. 82,999
 

Spy shots and teaser pics of the cabin have also pointed to some differences in the shape and styling of the dashboard, including the use of different trim inserts and colour pallets.

Also read: New Nissan X-Trail Hybrid Revealed
 

Mechanically, the new Tekton is set to share the same 1.0-litre turbo-petrol and 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine options as the Duster – the latter getting manual and automatic gearbox options. A strong hybrid could also follow suit once the Duster hybrid is launched during the festive season.

 

The Tekton will mark Nissan’s return to the compact SUV segment following the discontinuation of the Terrano in 2020.

 

Spy image source

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Renault Kwid Facelift India Launch On July 3

Renault India is set to give the Kwid entry hatchback a second major facelift a decade after the model was launched in 2015. The facelifted Kwid was first spied testing on Indian roads last year, with the hatch looking to draw styling inspiration from the Dacia Spring sold in Europe and the Renault Kwid E-Tech unveiled in Brazil last year - both of which are all-electric.

 

Also read: New Renault Kwid Spied On Test: Is It The EV?
 

Based on previous spy shots, the Kwid looks to get a more upright fascia while retaining the split headlamp design brought in with the last facelift. The LED daytime running lamps looked to feature Y-shaped lighting elements, while the main headlamps were smaller and sat flush with the bumper.  The grille too appeared to be slimmer and of a simpler rectangular design, while the bumper featured slim air vents to allow air into the engine bay.

 

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At the sides, the Kwid test mule retained the basic lift-style door handles and new wheel designs, while around the back, the tail lamps also look set to feature Y-shaped lighting inside.

 

Also Read: Renault Kiger Facelift Review: More Appealing Inside And Out

 

Inside, the test mule featured a new free-standing central touchscreen and a more squared-off instrument binnacle. Globally, the Kwid/Spring received a heavily redesigned cabin with a large free-standing central touchscreen and a digital instrument screen within the instrument binnacle compared to the current Kwid’s LED readout display. It, however, remains to be seen if the India-spec car could get a similar upgrade.

 

Also read: Renault Duster 1.0 Turbo Fuel Efficiency Figure Revealed
 

Mechanically, the new Kwid is expected to remain unchanged, with the familiar 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine expected to soldier on. The unit is expected to continue to be paired with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or an AMT.

 

Also read: Renault Duster Turbo DCT Real-World Fuel Efficiency Tested
 

The Kwid remains the only direct rival to the Maruti Suzuki Alto in the Indian market, with other mass market brands like Hyundai and Tata no longer fielding models in the segment.

 

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Future Hyundai, Kia Cars May Feature In-Built UVC Sanitiser

Germophobes will be enthralled by Hyundai Motor Group's latest tech development – an in-car sanitiser that is claimed to ‘destroy’ bacteria without impacting occupants. Hyundai and Kia have together come up with what they claim is the world's first in-vehicle sanitisation technology with plasma lamps to eliminate viruses in the cabin, even with passengers on board. 

 

Also Read: New Hyundai Elantra Makes Global Debut: Boxy Styling, Hybrid Powertrain & Pleos Infotainment

 

Light from multiple plasma lamps will reach and disinfect every corner of the car.

 

What is Hyundai's Plasma Care UVC tech?

 

Dubbed ‘Plasma Care UVC’, this system employs far-ultraviolet C (Far-UVC) light in the 200–230 nanometer (nm) range. This specific wavelength, claims Hyundai, can only reach the ‘outer keratin layer of human skin without reaching deeper layers’. However, as bacteria and viruses lack this protective barrier, Far-UVC light can penetrate and destroy them entirely. This also has another pleasant knock-on effect, as any bad odours present inside the car are also eliminated.

 

The system was tested inside a Kia PV5.
 

Once illuminated, the light from the plasma lamps – chosen over LEDs for their effectiveness in generating Far-UVC light – covers every corner of the car, Hyundai claims, aside from making the car's interior resemble The Undertaker's abode. 

 

Also Read: Kia Cars To Get Costlier From July 1: Prices Up By Up To 2%

 

Does in-car sanitisation really work?

 

To assess the system's effectiveness, Hyundai tested it in an 8-cubic-metre chamber ‘simulating a vehicle cabin environment’, which confirmed a 96.8 percent reduction in airborne viruses within 30 minutes. In a separate test, subjecting pneumonia-causing bacteria to Far-UVC light through Plasma Care UVC resulted in total elimination of the bacteria in just 60 seconds.

 

Plasma lamp features a specialised optical filter to control UVC emission.

 

Testing the system in an actual vehicle (Kia PV5), the Group revealed a 99.9 percent removal of Escherichia coli (E. coli) from the vehicle's cabin in 40 minutes.

 

Will this system make its way to road cars?

 

Yes, it will, and not in the distant future. Hyundai and Kia have already confirmed their intent to put this technology into production vehicles, starting first with purpose-built vehicles, such as those used as school vans and vehicles being used to sold food.

 

Much like how air purifiers came to be hygiene (pun intended) in production Hyundai and Kia cars, expect in-car UVC sanitisation to make its way to feature lists in the coming years.

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