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KTM India has announced a new set of benefits for customers purchasing the 390 Adventure and 250 Adventure models, which includes complimentary accessories valued at Rs 12,748 along with a 10-year extended warranty. The offer was revealed through the brand’s official social media channels and will remain valid until February 28, 2026.
As part of this limited-period scheme, buyers will receive a range of complimentary accessories. These include a mudflap extension, lower fender, headlamp protector, centre stand, touring seat, and a motorcycle cover. KTM states that the combined value of these items is Rs 12,748, and they are currently being bundled with both the motorcycles until the end of February.
Alongside the accessory package, KTM is also offering an extended warranty for up to 10 years on the 390 Adventure and 250 Adventure. This coverage is likely applicable for either 10 years or a specified kilometre limit, whichever is reached first. However, we advise confirming the exact terms and conditions with their nearest authorised KTM dealership.
Powering the 390 Adventure is a 399cc, single-cylinder engine that produces 46 bhp and 39 Nm of torque. This motor is paired with a six-speed gearbox and has a bi-directional quickshifter.
The 250 Adventure, on the other hand, is powered by a 249cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine that churns out 30.57 bhp and 25 Nm of peak torque. The six-speed gearbox continues its duty, assisted with a bi-directional quick shifter.
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After being sighted undergoing road tests in India in January, the updated Hyundai Exter has now been spied in South Korea. The fresh set of spy images indicates that Hyundai’s compact SUV is progressing through development ahead of its expected launch later this year.
As with the earlier test car seen in India, the South Korean prototype is covered in heavy camouflage all around. The test vehicle appears to retain the signature H-shaped, high-mounted LED daytime running lights, while the square projector headlamps seem largely unchanged. However, the front bumper design could see some reworking, and the grille on the camouflaged model looks taller and more upright.
Towards the rear, most visual details remain hidden under camouflage. From what can be made out, the tail lamps appear similar to those on the current Exter, including the H-shaped lighting signature. What could be expected is the addition of a connecting light bar, though such a feature is not clearly visible in the available images.
Interior details of the facelifted Hyundai Exter remain under wraps for now, but we expect the overall cabin layout to remain familiar; however, the equipment list could see additions. Possible updates may include a larger infotainment touchscreen, enhanced digital instrument cluster functions, and additions to the connected car tech suite.
Mechanically, significant changes are not expected. The facelifted Exter is likely to continue with the existing 1.2-litre petrol engine, offered with manual and AMT transmission options. The factory-fitted CNG variant equipped with Hyundai’s twin-cylinder tech should also continue as part of the range.
The Hyundai Exter, which competes with the Tata Punch, was introduced in India in mid-2023 and has received minor feature revisions since launch. The facelifted version is expected to arrive in the Indian market later this year.
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Tata will be introducing the new and updated Punch EV facelift in India tomorrow. This is the first major update for the entry-level electric micro-SUV since its introduction in 2024. With this update, there will be some cosmetic changes cued from the recently updated ICE counterpart, while there is a bigger battery pack expected under the skin.
Bigger Battery pack
Now the current Punch EV has two battery options – 25kWh and 35kWh. With the update, we expect the smaller 25kWh battery to go obsolete, while the 35kWh will become the smaller of the two choices. A newer and larger battery is expected to be offered with the update.
It could be the 45kWh from the Nexon EV, which seems like a no-brainer. It's already serving a larger sibling and would offer a healthy range. In the teasers ahead of the launch, Tata says the new Punch EV facelift has clocked 593.6 km on a single charge. This is achievable if the battery pack is above 40kWh.
Talking about 40kWh, to keep the price in check, and eradicate the packing difficulty of fitting a bigger 45kWh in the smaller footprint of the Punch, the bigger battery pack could be the discontinued 40.5kWh unit, which used to be offered with the Nexon EV earlier. Whether it’s the 40.5 or 45kWh, we know that the Punch EV is now getting a bigger battery.
With the facelift, the fascia has been revised with the LED daytime-running bar now being not connected in the middle. Lower down, the bumper is redesigned with the headlamp housing being slightly bigger and more distinct. At the back, the exact connected tail lamp setup seen on the ICE Punch facelift is carried over.
On the inside, the changes remain more or less unchanged as the Punch EV was already carrying all the modern bits offered elsewhere in the Tata electric line-up – be it the digital driver’s display, the steering wheel design, the seats (although the additional bolsters seen on the Altroz facelift and Punch facelift will be added here), the phygital control in the centre console, and the newer infotainment screen will be seen.
With the update, the Punch EV facelift is expected to get a slight bump in the price tag. Right now, it retails between Rs. 9.99 - 14.44 Lakh, but with the update, the price could go up by a lakh or two, especially owing to the bigger battery pack.
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Volkswagen India is all set to announce prices of the Tayron R-Line tomorrow, February 19, shortly after opening pre-bookings earlier this month. Positioned as the brand’s new flagship SUV for India, the Tayron R-Line is essentially a three-row version of the Tiguan R-Line and is being assembled locally.
Volkswagen has commenced local assembly of the Tayron R-Line at its Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar plant in Maharashtra. This is expected to help keep prices competitive and improve availability, especially since the model will not be limited by restricted import numbers like some of the brand’s earlier offerings.
The SUV is built on the same MQB Evo platform as the Tiguan and uses the familiar 2.0-litre TSI EVO petrol engine from Volkswagen’s EA888 family. In India, this motor is tuned to produce 200 bhp and 320 Nm of torque. It comes paired with a seven-speed DSG automatic gearbox and Volkswagen’s 4Motion all-wheel-drive system.
In terms of design, the Tayron R-Line carries forward Volkswagen’s familiar European SUV styling. It gets LED headlamps with DRLs, connected LED taillamps and sporty dual-tone alloy wheels. Inside, the cabin layout is largely shared with the Tiguan R-Line, featuring a 15-inch touchscreen, a 10.25-inch digital cockpit and a panoramic sunroof.
Bookings are currently open both online and at dealerships with a token amount of Rs 51,000. Prices are expected to fall in the Rs 45 lakh to Rs 50 lakh range. Deliveries are slated to begin in the coming weeks.
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Royal Enfield has rolled out an updated side stand for the Himalayan 450, addressing a concern that many owners have faced since the motorcycle went on sale. The revised component features a more upright design and will now be offered as standard on the 2026 model year Himalayan.
On existing versions, the side stand caused the motorcycle to lean quite deeply and heavily when parked. Given the Himalayan’s 196 kg kerb weight, this steep angle often made it difficult for riders to lift the motorcycle back up, especially on uneven ground or soft surfaces. Over time, several owners opted for aftermarket solutions, such as wider stand bases or adding an extension to the stand, in a bid to improve stability and ease of use.
With the new design, Royal Enfield aims to provide a more balanced resting position, making the motorcycle easier to manage when parked. The revised side stand is essentially aimed at reducing the excessive lean of the erstwhile component.
Existing Himalayan owners will also be able to upgrade to the new side stand. The component can be ordered through authorised Royal Enfield service centres, although sources suggest that it may not be readily available at all outlets and could require advance ordering. Once available, it can be fitted directly at the service station. The updated side stand is priced at Rs 3,250. While this is an additional expense for current owners, it offers a factory-approved solution to a long-standing issue.
The update to the side stand has been introduced following consistent feedback from Himalayan owners, many of whom highlighted the excessive lean angle as a day-to-day inconvenience. Riders had pointed out that the steep tilt made parking and lifting the motorcycle more demanding, particularly when the bike was fully loaded or parked. By revising the design, Royal Enfield appears to have responded directly to these concerns, using real-world feedback.
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Ducati has unveiled the Formula 73, a limited-edition café racer that celebrates the brand’s 1973 Super Sport Desmo. That iconic production model that was itself launched as a tribute to the original Ducati 750 Imola Desmo piloted by Paul Smart to win the 1972 Imola 200. That win is considered the beginning of Ducati’s production-derived racing dominance and largely attributed desmodromic valve timing as the brand’s technical lineage for decades.
The Formula 73 is a true nod to the 1973 Super Sport Desmo, borrowing design elements like the half-fairing and two-tone, silver and green colour scheme, but re-imagined as a modern interpretation. The classic café racer styling is complemented by clip-on handlebars, bar-end mirrors as well as a single-seat with a chopped off tail section. Wire-spoke wheels further cement the 1970s retro-inspired café racer design.
Under the bodywork, the bike is based on the Ducati Scrambler, one of the last of Ducati’s model range to feature the 803 cc, air-cooled, 90-degree Testastretta v-twin with desmodromic valve timing. The motor puts out 71 bhp and 65 Nm of peak torque while mated to a six-speed gearbox. The frame and swingarm also appear to be shared with the Ducati Scrambler, so the Formula 73 is a retro-styled café racer based on the Scrambler.
Despite its retro design, the Formula 73 is kitted out with a modern electronics suite, with ride-by-wire throttle, cornering ABS, traction control, quickshifter and two standard ride modes. The 17-inch spoked wheels are kitted out with Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV tyres, and braking hardware comprises a Brembo four-piston caliper up front, paired with a 330 mm disc and suspension is from KYB. Other bits and bobs include billet aluminium brake, clutch levers and footpegs and a Rizoma fuel cap. There’s full LED lighting and a TFT display.
The Formula 73 will be limited to 873 numbered units worldwide, with each bike kitted out with a serialised steering plate, certificate of authenticity, and a box of period sketches from Ducati’s Style Centre. For those customers who want the full period-correct look, Ducati is also offering a matching Arai Concept-XE helmet and Dainese jacket.
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Nissan has finally expanded its India portfolio with the launch of the Gravite MPV, with prices ranging between Rs 5.65 lakh and Rs 8.93 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory). With the Gravite, Nissan makes its entry into the sub-4m MPV segment, where it becomes one of only two offerings currently on sale. That said, the Gravite is based on the same CMF-A+ platform as the Renault Triber.
The Nissan Gravite is powered by a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT gearbox. The MPV is offered in four key trim levels, along with a limited-run Launch Edition based on the top-spec Tekna trim, restricted to 1,001 units. Here’s a look at the features available across its different trims, along with its transmission and colour options.
Nissan Gravite: Visia
Engine: 1.0-litre NA Petrol
Transmission: 5-speed MT
Price: Rs 5.65 lakh Colour Options: Blade Silver, Storm White
Audi India is all set to expand its flagship SUV portfolio with the launch of the SQ8 on March 17. The SQ8 will be positioned between the standard Q8 and the full-blown RS Q8 in the brand’s India portfolio. The mid-spec model differentiates itself with performance, while also getting cosmetic changes in and out as compared to its siblings.
The Audi SQ8 is powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine belting out 507 bhp, while the more powerful RS Q8 delivers 640 bhp from the same engine in a higher state of tune. In comparison, the standard Audi Q8 uses a 3.0-litre turbo-petrol V6 that produces about 340 bhp. In terms of performance, the SQ8 can go from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.1 seconds, while the electronically limited top speed is 250 kmph.
The SQ8 builds on the standard Q8’s coupe-SUV silhouette but adds a noticeably sportier edge. Up front, it features a large single-frame grille with a more intricate insert pattern and a thicker surround, flanked by sharp LED headlamps. The front bumper gets larger side intakes with contrasting silver trim elements that give it a more aggressive stance.
In profile, the sloping roofline and wide haunches remain, but the SQ8 stands out with larger, multi-spoke alloy wheels (21-inch as standard) and subtle S badging on the front fenders. Darker exterior accents around the window line and lower body sections further distinguish it from the standard Q8.
At the rear, the full-width LED light bar continues across the tailgate, while the bumper integrates quad exhaust outlets and a sportier diffuser-style insert. Compared to the regular Q8, the SQ8 looks lower, though it stops short of the more extreme styling seen on the RS variant.
The cabin of the SQ8 follows Audi’s familiar layout, with the dashboard featuring a wide, horizontal design with integrated air vents and layered trim elements, including carbon-fibre-style inserts and metallic accents. A fully digital instrument cluster sits behind the flat-bottom steering wheel, while the centre console houses two touchscreens for infotainment and climate controls.
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Maruti Suzuki has finally launched the e Vitara, the carmaker’s first EV for India, following its launch in global markets in 2025. For now, the company has only announced starting prices for the e Vitara that too with the BaaS model. Priced from Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom), battery rental starts at Rs 3.99 per km. Order books are now open online and at Nexa dealerships, with the booking amount set at Rs 21,000.
For India, the e Vitara is offered with the same two battery pack options as the international-spec. This includes a 49 kWh and 61 kWh, across three variants: Delta, Zeta and Alpha. The larger battery is offered on the top two trims, while the Delta comes with the smaller pack. While we wait for full prices to be announced, here’s a detailed look at what each variant offers.
Maruti Suzuki has finally announced the starting price for its first-ever electric vehicle, the e Vitara SUV, in India, as well as commencing bookings. The electric SUV will go on sale in three variants across two battery pack options, with prices starting from Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom) under the battery subscription model. Battery rental starts at Rs 3.99 per km. Bookings are now open online and at Nexa dealerships, with the booking amount set at Rs 21,000. Full prices are still awaited.
The SUV will go up against the likes of the Hyundai Creta Electric and the Mahindra BE 6, and is expected to soon be joined by its Toyota-badged cousin, the Urban Cruiser EBella.
Previewed by the EVX concept, the e Vitara first made its India debut at the 2025 Bharat Mobility, with details of the India-spec model being announced at the end of the year. The e Vitara will be offered in three variants - Zeta, Delta and Alpha - with two battery pack options - 49 kWh and 61 kWh. The 49 kWh is exclusive to the entry Zeta trim, while the Delta and top-spec Alpha both solely get the 61 kWh battery. Maruti claims a range of up to 440 km for the 49 kWh models and up to 543 km for the 61 kWh variants.
Front wheel drive is standard with the motor in the Zeta variants pushing out a peak 142 bhp and 192.5 Nm. This is upped to 172 bhp in the larger battery variants, though torque remains unchanged. The AWD model sold globally is not coming to India for now.
On the tech front, the e Vitara will offer features such as a 10.1-inch touchscreen with wireless smartphone integration, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, ADAS features, ambient lighting, a 10-way adjustable powered driver seat, ventilated front seats, drive & regen modes and more. On the safety front, the SUV offers features such as 7 airbags, 360-degree cameras and tyre pressure monitoring.
Maruti says that customers buying the e Vitara prior to March 31 will get a complementary home charger with installation charges also covered. Early buyers will also be offered complementary DC fast charging at Nexa outlets for the 1st year or up to 1000 units. The SUV will also come with a 8 year warranty battery warranty and a 3-year vehicle warranty.
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Back in April 2025, spy shots of what was believed to be a three-row SUV based on the Toyota Hyryder grabbed attention. As it turned out, that model was actually the Maruti Victoris. Now, nearly a year later, images of a fresh test mule have surfaced, and this one appears to be the 7-seat iteration of the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder currently on sale in India.
The test mule, believed to be the three-row version of the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, retains much of the standard model’s upright SUV proportions, though the extended rear section is hard to miss. While the front and side profile appear largely similar under camouflage, the longer roofline and stretched rear overhang hint at additional seating.
The quarter glass area also looks slightly enlarged, suggesting space carved out for a third row. The test car rides on alloy wheels similar in size and design to the five-seater, and the overall stance remains familiar, albeit with visibly added length at the back.
While the interior remains under wraps for now, the seven-seat version is expected to feature an additional third row, along with a few upgrades over the standard Hyryder. Likely additions could include Level 2 ADAS, ventilated front seats, an updated infotainment system and enhancements to overall in-car tech.
The Hyryder, in its 7-seat derivative, will likely be offered with a 1.5-litre petrol engine and a strong hybrid version, which also has a 1.5-litre motor with a hybrid system. Transmission options could remain the same with a 5-speed manual, a 6-speed automatic torque converter unit and e-CVT automatic for the hybrid model.
