Citroen Basalt X Launched In India At Rs 7.95 Lakh

After introducing the C3 X, Citroen India is now extending the ‘X’ badge to the Basalt lineup as well, with the launch of the updated Basalt X for its coupe SUV. Along with the updated name, the Basalt X brings feature additions and a price revision across the range. Prices for the Basalt X now range from Rs 7.95 lakh to Rs 12.90 lakh (ex-showroom, introductory), which is much lower than the erstwhile range. 

 

Also Read: Citroen C3 Prices Slashed By Up To Rs 98,000: Range Now Starts At Rs 5.25 Lakh

 

Just like the recently launched C3 X, the Basalt X doesn’t get any major visual updates on the exterior, apart from a new ‘X’ badge on the tailgate that sets it apart. The main highlight is in the interior. The dashboard undergoes a noticeable redesign, featuring a more squared-off layout complemented by a dual-tone finish and a textured pattern along the upper panel’s edge.  

The centre console also adopts a refreshed look, now sporting sleeker air-conditioning vents, contrast trim accents, and repositioned controls that sit higher up on the stack. The hazard light switch moves from the lower section of the console to a new spot between the air vents. Additionally, the coupe-SUV appears to offer leatherette upholstery, at least in its top-spec variant. 

 

The most significant change that comes with the ‘X’ badge is the upgraded feature list. Leading which is ‘Cara’, Citroen’s new in-car voice assistant. Cara handles a variety of tasks, from providing updates about the car, media controls, hands-free calling, SOS functions, smart reminders, and more. However, it's worth noting that Cara is exclusive to the automatic versions of the Basalt X Max, which is the top-spec variant. 

 

Also Read: Citroen Basalt AT 5000 km Long-Term Review: Business Not As Usual

 

In addition to this tech upgrade, the Basalt X Max also gets a host of features, including push-button start/stop, ventilated front seats, cruise control, USB charging port at the rear, keyless entry, ambient lighting, LED fog lamps, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, along with an optional 360-degree camera system. 
 

The powertrain sees no change in this update. The Basalt X is offered with either a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol mill good for 81 bhp and 115 Nm or a more powerful 1.2-litre turbo-petrol unit that belts out 108 bhp and 195 Nm in manual and 205 Nm in automatic guise. The naturally aspirated petrol mill is only offered with a 5-speed manual gearbox, while the turbo-petrol comes with either a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic. 

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Hyundai i20, Creta Electric, Alcazar Knight Editions Launched In India

Hyundai has launched new Knight Editions of the i20, Alcazar and Creta Electric with the former two models also receiving a minor feature update. As previously seen on the internal combustion Creta, Venue and Exter, the Knight Editions offer a darkened cosmetic treatment to the three models along with accents such as red brake callipers, bronze interior highlights and stitching and metal-finished pedals. The Knight Editions cost up to Rs 15,000 more than the standard trim they are based on.

 

Also read: Hyundai Creta Electric Updated With New Variants; Offers Increased Range and More Features

 

Starting with the i20, the Knight Edition is offered in the mid-spec Sportz(O) and top spec Asta(O) CVT trims. The prices of the i20 Knight Edition are as follows:
 

Variant	Price (ex-showroom)
1.2P i20 Sports (O) Knight	Rs 9.15 lakh
1.2P i20 Asta (O) CVT Knight	Rs 11.35 lakh

For the Alcazar Knight edition, Hyundai is offering the special edition only on the top-spec Signature trim with both petrol and diesel engine options. Both units are paired solely with automatic gearboxes. Interestingly, however, buyers can only opt for the Knight Edition with the 7-seat cabin configuration, thus missing out on captain seats in the middle row. The Alcazar Knight Edition also adds a new Matte Black colour scheme to the line-up

 

Also read: Hyundai Creta King, King Knight Launched; New King Special Edition Introduced

 

 

Hyundai Alcazar Knight Edition Prices

Variant	Price (ex-showroom)
1.5 T-GDI Signature DCT 7 seater Knight	Rs 21.66 lakh
1.5 CRDI Signature AT 7 seater Knight	Rs 21.66 lakh

Similarly, the Creta Electric Knight Edition is based on the top-spec variant of the SUV. Buyers are offered the option of both battery packs - 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh. The Creta Electric Knight also gets a new Matte Black colour option.

Hyundai Creta Electric Knight Edition Prices

 

Variants	Prices (ex-showroom)
	42 kWh	51.4 kWh
Excellence Knight	Rs 21.45 lakh	Rs 23.81 lakh
Excellence Knight (with Home Charger)	Rs 22.18 lakh	Rs 24.55 lakh

Also read: New Hyundai Venue Interior Spied For The First Time
 

Feature Updates for i20, i20 N Line & Alcazar

 

Hyundai has also announced some feature updates for the i20, i20 N Line and Alcazar. Select variants of the i20 and i20 N Line now get a new design rear spoiler while the top variants now come with a wireless adaptor for wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Also added to the feature list is a dash cam on the Asta & Asta(O) trims.
 

Also read: Second-Gen Hyundai Venue India Launch On October 24
 

Moving to the Alcazar, the top-spec Signature trim now gets a dash cam.

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Electric Vehicles To Continue With Lowest GST Rates Across All Segments

New set of GST reforms have been announced and they have brought festive cheer to new car and bike buyers across the country. While taxes on mass market cars and bikes have been reduced to 18% from 28%, the GST council has left electric vehicles untouched and they will continue to attract a 5% tax just like earlier. This includes both passenger cars as well as two-wheelers. So as far as green mobility goes, nothing really changes when it comes to the tax structure.

Premium EVs too will continue to be sold with 5% GST

 

There was speculation before the council meeting that EVs will be put in separate tax slabs based on how they are priced. This included levying 5% GST on EVs priced below Rs. 20 lakh and 18% GST on electric cars priced between Rs. 20 lakh and Rs. 40 lakh. It was also speculated that any EV priced above Rs. 40 lakh could be taxed at a higher 40% rate but the govt chose to continue with a flat 5% rate across all segments.

 

Also Read: GST Cut To 18%: Hatchbacks, Subcompact SUVs, Mass-Market Scooters And Bikes To Get Cheaper

 

Electric-two wheeler tax slab has also not changed.

 

While new GST rates for Petrol and Diesel cars will come into effect from September 22nd, no changes in EV tax slab means that prices will remain unchanged. This signifies centre’s big push towards electric mobility as any increase in taxes could’ve made EVs more expensive, thereby hampering sales in the crucial festive season.

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GST Cut To 18%: Hatchbacks, Subcompact SUVs, Mass-Market Scooters And Bikes To Get Cheaper

Just In time for the festive season, automobile buyers have got a major relief when it comes to prices of new vehicles. After the Independence day announcement of rationalisation of GST rates by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Finance Ministry has announced new and simplified tax slabs for various goods, including passenger and commercial vehicles, as well as spare parts. This is likely to bring their costs down effective September 22nd, 2025.  

Bigger cars will now attract a flat 40% tax with zero cess.

 

Cars which are under 4 meters in length and run on 1200cc Petrol engines or 1500 cc Diesel engines or lesser will now attract at GST rate of 18% instead of earlier 28%. This means cars in all mass market segments like hatchbacks, subcompact sedans and subcompact SUVs will now become cheaper than earlier. Any other car will attract a flat tax of 40% and unlike earlier there will be no cess applicable on their purchase. EVs will continue to attract a rate of 5% irrespective of the segment they belong to.

 

Also Read: Ethanol Blending: SIAM Assures Warranties Of Non-E20 Compliant Vehicles Will Be Honoured

 

Bikes above 350cc will attract higher taxes than before.

 

Two-wheelers which run on 350cc engines or lesser will also now attract an 18% GST instead of earlier 28%. However motorcycles and scooters that run on bigger engines will now be taxed at 40% which will make them more expensive than earlier.  The Government has also reduced tax slabs on trucks, buses and ambulances from an earlier 28% to 18% while three-wheelers will also now be taxed at 18% down from 28%. Spare parts will be sold with 18% GST too, starting September 22nd.  

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New Maruti Suzuki Victoris Unveil Higlights: Features, Specifications, Images

Maruti Suzuki is set to launch a new SUV in India today, September 3, 2025. Although the official name is yet to be revealed, it is expected to be called either Victoris or Escudo. This SUV will be the flagship model for the company’s Arena dealership network, which has a wider market presence compared to the premium Nexa outlets.

The upcoming SUV is expected to be built on the same platform as the Grand Vitara, with spy images surfaced online earlier hinting at a similar overall silhouette. However, cosmetic changes to the exterior are expected to help distinguish it from its Nexa counterpart.
 

Maruti Suzuki is expected to offer the new SUV with both petrol and CNG powertrains. Given its shared underpinnings with the Grand Vitara, a strong hybrid variant could also be on the cards. Transmission options are likely to include a 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, and an e-CVT, depending on the variant.

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New Maruti Suzuki Victoris Launch LIVE Updates: Price, Features, Specifications, Images

Maruti Suzuki is set to launch a new SUV in India today, September 3, 2025. Although the official name is yet to be revealed, it is expected to be called either Victoris or Escudo. This SUV will be the flagship model for the company’s Arena dealership network, which has a wider market presence compared to the premium Nexa outlets.

The upcoming SUV is expected to be built on the same platform as the Grand Vitara, with spy images surfaced online earlier hinting at a similar overall silhouette. However, cosmetic changes to the exterior are expected to help distinguish it from its Nexa counterpart.
 

Maruti Suzuki is expected to offer the new SUV with both petrol and CNG powertrains. Given its shared underpinnings with the Grand Vitara, a strong hybrid variant could also be on the cards. Transmission options are likely to include a 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, and an e-CVT, depending on the variant.

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Audi Unveils Concept C; Signals Reborn TT Coming In 2027

At a showcase in Milan, Audi has pulled the covers off the Audi Concept C, a striking preview of what future Audis will look and feel like. But more than just a concept car, this unveiling is being pitched as the brand’s new design manifesto. But what we think right now is that the Concept C is what the reincarnated TT would look like, as the Concept C is green-flagged for production.

Also read: Audi India Reports Sales of 2,128 Units In H1 2025, Down 14 Per Cent
 

And the best part is, the Concept C looks almost production-ready, and the road-going coupe it will spawn won’t deviate much from what we see here. It may be a fresh design language by Four-Rings, but the elements are new to us. Firstly, the vertical design frame is inspired by the legendary Auto Union Type C racer, says the Ingolstadt-based carmaker. Secondly, the silhouette of a mid-engine sports coupe, with its raked roofline and fastback silhouette, and large alloy wheels, all hint at the design concepts of yesteryear. 

Go back a few years (or decades) and you’d notice the Concept C shares similarities with the Nuvolari Quattro Concept shown in 2003. Then there was the RSQ Concept, which spawned the iconic R8. And the plethora of e-tron Concepts that made their way into production in some or the other form. The Concept C also shares some design elements with the Concept E from last year. However, unlike the TT, this one might be an electric only. 

Also Read: New Audi Q3 Sportback Makes Global Debut

 

The low-slung, flat-top design of the Concept C is combined with upright fore and aft, sleek strips for headlamp and tail lamps, and a removable roof. It’s a proper two-seater and not a 2+2. Looking at it from some angles might recall the infamous Jaguar Type 00 Concept, as the flying buttress is sans a rear windscreen, and the squared-off panels do resemble the design study showcased by the British carmaker. And the simple, upright, square grille isn’t new in any way either; it is seen in some variation on older Audi design studies.

Even the cabin looks ready for a road-going car, using modern, recycled materials for door pads, seats and dashboard. The minimalistic theme is present with an empty centre console and a simple dashboard layout. The infotainment screen also read “Charge 100%” giving a clear nod to its electric underpinning. 

 

Also Read: New Audi Q5 Plug-In Hybrid Revealed; Gets Up To 100 Km EV-Only Range
 

With its debut at IAA and first production plan rolling off in 2027, the Concept C might mark the return of the two-door coupe for Audi after a long hiatus. It will have competition in the form of reborn 'Neue Klasse' BMW Z4 or the reincarnated Mercedes-Benz ‘Vision’ GT, you catch the drift?

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New Maruti Suzuki SUV Launch LIVE Updates: Price, Features, Specifications, Images

Maruti Suzuki is set to launch a new SUV in India today, September 3, 2025. Although the official name is yet to be revealed, it is expected to be called either Victoris or Escudo. This SUV will be the flagship model for the company’s Arena dealership network, which has a wider market presence compared to the premium Nexa outlets.

The upcoming SUV is expected to be built on the same platform as the Grand Vitara, with spy images surfaced online earlier hinting at a similar overall silhouette. However, cosmetic changes to the exterior are expected to help distinguish it from its Nexa counterpart.
 

Maruti Suzuki is expected to offer the new SUV with both petrol and CNG powertrains. Given its shared underpinnings with the Grand Vitara, a strong hybrid variant could also be on the cards. Transmission options are likely to include a 5-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, and an e-CVT, depending on the variant.

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Two-Wheeler Sales August 2025: TVS, Royal Enfield, Suzuki Witness Growth; Bajaj Registers Dip In Domestic Sales

Two-wheeler manufacturers in India have started releasing their sales figures for August 2025. Several key two-wheeler manufacturers in India reported varying sales performances. Here's a look at how the two-wheeler brands performed in August 2025. 

 

Royal Enfield 

Royal Enfield registered cumulative sales of 1,14,002 units, marking a 55 per cent increase compared to August 2024. Domestic sales contributed 1,02,876 units, reflecting a 57 per cent growth, while exports accounted for 11,126 units, reflecting a 39 per cent growth.  

 

For the year-to-date period of FY26 (April to August 2025), the company recorded total sales of 4,67,575 motorcycles, a 27 per cent increase. Domestic sales during this period reached 4,07,909 units, representing a 23 per cent growth. Meanwhile, exports grew by 64 per cent, with 59,666 units exported between April and August 2025.  

 

Also Read: Upcoming Two-Wheeler Launches In September 2025: TVS Ntorq 160, Suzuki e-Access, New Harley-Davidson 440 And More

 

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India

Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) reported total sales of 5,34,861 units in August 2025. This includes 4,81,021 units sold in the domestic market and 53,840 units exported. Compared to July 2025, the company's overall sales grew by 4 per cent on a month-on-month basis. For the year-to-date period of FY26 (April to August 2025), HMSI’s cumulative sales reached 24,22,880 units. Of this, 21,73,834 units were sold within India, while 2,49,046 units were exported to international markets.

 

Hero MotoCorp 

Hero MotoCorp reported total sales of 5,53,727 motorcycles and scooters in August 2025, marking an 8 per cent year-on-year growth. This included 5,01,523 motorcycles and 52,204 scooters. Domestic sales stood at 5,19,139 units, while exports reached 34,588 units, a 72 per cent increase over August 2024. For the year-to-date period of FY26 (April–August 2025), total sales were 23,70,552 units. Motorcycle sales accounted for 21,76,049 units while scooter sales stood at 194,503 units. Exports accounted for 1,36,359 units. 
 

 

Also Read: 2025 Hero Glamour X 125: What’s New?

 

Suzuki Motorcycle India 

Suzuki Motorcycle India reported total sales of 1,13,936 units for August 2025. This marks a 9 per cent increase compared to the 1,04,800 units sold in August 2024. Domestic sales for the month stood at 91,629 units, reflecting a 5 per cent rise from 87,480 units in the same period last year. Export volumes reached 22,307 units, representing a 29 per cent increase over the 17,320 units exported in August 2024.

 

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TVS Motor Company 

TVS Motor Company reported total sales of 5,09,536 units in August 2025, marking a 30 per cent year-on-year growth. The brand sold 4,90,788 two-wheelers in August 2025, reflecting a 30 per cent year-on-year growth. Domestic two-wheeler sales grew by 28 per cent, with 368,862 units sold. Motorcycle sales spiked by 30 per cent to 221,870 units, while scooter sales increased by 36 per cent to 222,296 units.  

 

Electric two-wheeler recorded sales of 25,138 units in August 2025. On the export front, two-wheeler exports also saw a 36% increase, rising from 89,768 units in August 2024 to 121,926 units in August 2025. 

 

Also Read: TVS Raider Super Squad Edition Launched At Rs 99,465

 

Bajaj Auto 

Bajaj Auto reported total two-wheeler sales of 3,41,887 units in July 2025. Domestic sales stood at 1,84,109 units, registering a 12 per cent year-on-year decline, while exports accounted for 1,57,778 units, reflecting a 25 per cent growth. For the April to August 2025 period, Bajaj Auto recorded total two-wheeler sales of 15,86,925 units, nearly flat compared to the same period last year. Domestic two-wheeler sales declined by 11 per cent, with 8,52,732 units recorded, while exports witnessed a growth of 18 per cent with 7,34,193 units sold.  

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Hyundai Creta King, King Knight Launched; New King Special Edition Introduced

Hyundai has updated the Creta SUV line-up with new top variants and updates to the feature list of lower variants. The compact SUV is now available in two new variants, King and King Knight, priced at Rs 17.89 lakh and Rs 19.49 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively. Also introduced is a King Limited Edition priced from Rs 19.64 lakh (ex-showroom).

Also read: New Hyundai Concept Previewed Ahead Of Debut At IAA Mobility Show 2025 

 

Hyundai Creta King, King Knight: What's New?

Focusing on the new variants, the King and King Knight trims, being range-topping variants, offer all the bells and whistles. Both variants come loaded with kit such as 18-inch alloy wheels (diamond cut in the King and black painted in the King Knight), powered front seats, a Dash cam, dual-zone climate control, seat back tables for the rear passengers, a sliding centre armrest and a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The King Knight also gets blacked-out finishes to exterior trim pieces.

 

Also read: New Hyundai Venue Interior Spied For The First Time
 

The Creta King is offered with all three engine options - 1.5 naturally aspirated petrol, 1.5 turbo-petrol and 1.5 diesel. The 1.5 petrol and 1.5 diesel are offered with both manual and automatic gearbox options, while the 1.5 turbo-petrol is DCT only.
 

The King Knight, meanwhile, is available only with the 1.5 naturally aspirated petrol and the 1.5 diesel, both solely with automatic gearboxes.

 

Hyundai Creta King Limited Edition: What's New?

 

Based on the King trim, the Limited Edition adds cosmetic elements such as special edition ‘King’ branded seat belt covers, headrest cushions, floor mats, key cover, and door cladding. The King Limited Edition also gets an adaptor for wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

 

Also read: Second-Gen Hyundai Venue India Launch On October 24
 

The Limited Edition is offered with the 1.5 petrol and 1.5 diesel engine options and solely with the automatic gearbox options. Buyers can pick from three exterior colours - Abyss Black, Atlas White and a new Black Matte.
 

Also Read: Hyundai Creta Turns 10: Charting The SUV's Evolution Over A Decade
 

Hyundai Creta, Creta N Line Variant Updates

 

Hyundai has also announced a slew of updates for the other variants of the Creta and Creta N Line. Depending on the variant, Hyundai says that buyers will now get additional features such as dual-zone climate control, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, a dash cam and 18-inch alloy wheels.

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Maruti Suzuki Begins e Vitara Exports To Europe

Barely a few days after starting production of its first electric car, the e Vitara Maruti Suzuki has dispatched the first lot of cars outside to country. A total of 2,900 units of the SUV  have been shipped from Pipavav Port in Gujarat to 12 European countries which include United Kingdom, Germany, Norway, France, Denmark, Switzerland, Netherlands, Sweden, Hungary, Iceland, Austria, and Belgium.

 

 

The e Vitara is exclusively manufactured at Maruti Suzuki’s Hansalpur plant in Gujarat. Production began on August 25, 2025 with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance along with Suzuki Motor Corporation President Toshihiro Suzuki. According to Maruti Suzuki, ‘Made in India’ e Vitara will eventually be exported to over 100 countries around the world. It is likely to be launched in India in early 2026.

 

Also Read: Suzuki Wagon R Hits 1 Crore Cumulative Global Sales Mark

 

Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, "The start of export of e VITARA to Europe is indeed a proud and defining moment for us. To delight customers in over 100 countries, the product has to be truly world class in terms of technology, design, safety and performance. Built on an all-new electric vehicle (EV) platform, HEARTECT-e, the e VITARA features a design that combines a sense of advanced technology and strength. We are sure that with a nimble and sharp driving experience, it will delight customers in Europe.”
 

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