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Toyota launches compact SUV Urban Cruiser, price starting at Rs 840,000

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) on Wednesday launched its youngest SUV, the all-new Toyota Urban Cruiser, to strengthen its offerings in the segment. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is the second model to be launched in India under the global Toyota-Suzuki alliance following the the premium hatchback, the Toyota Glanza. Priceranges fromRs 840,000 to Rs 11,30,000 (Ex- showroom, Delhi), the company said in a statement. 'Dual Tone', available only in the premium variant of both MT & AT options, are priced atRs 998,000 and Rs 11,55,000, respectively, it was stated. The compact SUVis powered withK-Series 1.5 litre, four- cylinder petrol enginewithchoice of Manual Transmission (MT)/Automatic Transmission (AT), the statement said. AllAT variantsare equipped withadvanced lithium-ion battery with integrated starter generator comprisingtorque assist function, idle start stop function, brake energy regeneration function for enhanced fuel efficiency, the company said.

Kia Motors launches Sonet, priced between Rs 6.71 lakh and Rs 11.99 lakh

South Korean auto major Kia Motors on Friday launched its compact SUV Sonet in India, priced between Rs 6.71 lakh and Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom), marking its foray into the highly competitive segment

The Kia Sonet is a feature-rich compact SUV with funky body language

On the highway, it pulls along with ease and offers smooth commuter ride and drive experience, and also has little competition

Kia Motors Corp unveils compact SUV Sonet; plans to launch next month

South Korean automaker Kia Motors Corporation on Friday globally unveiled its sub four meter compact SUV Sonet which it plans to launch in India next month.

Kia Motors India to launch Sonet compact SUV during festive season

Kia Motors India on Thursday said its upcoming model Sonet, to be launched during the festive season this year, will inject new dynamism in the compact SUV segment in the country

Hyundai ramps SUV portfolio, launches new Tucson starting at Rs 22.3 lakh

Vehicle comes with a choice of BS-VI-compliant 152bhp 2.0-litre petrol and 185bhp 2.0-litre diesel engine options

Volkswagen drives in new SUV T-Roc in India priced at Rs 19.99 lakh

The model comes with 1.5 litre petrol engine mated to a seven-speed DSG gearbox

The Audi Q8 is a sporty sedan and a distinguished SUV rolled into one

The new Audi SUV, which weighs over two tonnes, feels and behaves more like a sedan as it borrows technology and style heavily from the A-8 sedan

Chinese influx poses threat to Indian auto makers; 20% market could be lost

Analysts point out that competition in India is lower than in America or Europe

Hyundai launches fully electric Kona SUV in India at Rs 25.3 lakh

The company claims that the Kona EV delivers a range of 452 km in one single charge under standard testing conditions.

Volkswagen to double market share in India, launch new SUV

Volkswagen is also planning to launch leasing operations in India

Ford recalls 22,690 units of Endeavour over faulty airbag inflators

The company further said it is carrying out an inspection of battery monitoring system (BMS) wiring harnesses installation for all vehicles

Renault India launches updated SUV Duster, price starts at Rs 8 lakh

French auto major Renault Monday launched the updated version of its popular SUV Duster in India, priced between Rs 8 lakh and Rs 12.5 lakh (ex-showroom). The new Duster is equipped with 25 brand new features and technology enhancements, including Apple CarPlay, Android Auto infotainment with voice recognition and EcoGuide along with safety features such as Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and Hill-Start Assist, Renaut India said in a statement. The model is available in two engine options of 1.5 litre petrol and 1.5 litre diesel. While the petrol version has an option for CVT automatic transmission, the diesel also has an automated manual transmission option, the company added. Commenting on the launch, Renault India Operations Country CEO & Managing Director Venkatram Mamillapalle said, "Duster plays a pivotal role in our product portfolio and has the widest offering in the segment, enabling us to cater to evolving customer needs. We are confident that the new Duster will ...

SUVs drive at least one-fourth of overall sales for top carmakers

For players like Toyota Kirloskar and Ford, the contribution of UVs to overall sales is now well over 60%

Size matters: Compact SUVs emerge the new force disruptor

Automakers think big as mini sport utility vehicles find a sweet spot in the domestic UV segment

SUV demand soars as new launches flood market

SIAM data reveal UV sales including multi-utility vehicle rose nearly 43% last month, best growth in more than three years