India’s top carmakers, Tata Motors and Hyundai, are preparing to introduce five exciting new SUVs, priced between ₹7.5 lakh and ₹15 lakh. Here’s a detailed look at what to expect:

1. Next-Generation Hyundai Venue

Hyundai is set to launch the all-new Venue on November 4. The sub-4 meter SUV will feature:

• Bolder exterior design

• Enhanced interior with new comfort and connectivity features

• Updated safety features and engines

This facelift aims to make the Venue more competitive in its segment.

2. Facelifted Tata Punch

India’s best-selling car last year, the Tata Punch, will get a facelift next month. Key updates include:

• New bumpers and lower grille

• Redesigned headlamp graphics

• New alloy wheels

• Interior updates: two-spoke steering wheel with illuminated logo, ventilated front seats, updated seat covers

No mechanical changes are expected in this facelift.

3. All-New Tata Sierra

The Tata Sierra is making a comeback after 20 years, now as a 5-door SUV. Highlights:

• Square, muscular exterior design

• Segment-first features: front passenger display and a four-seat Lounge variant

• Engine options: 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol, 1.5L turbo petrol, and 1.5L turbo diesel

• Launch timeline: November for petrol/diesel models, January for the Sierra.ev electric variant

It will compete with Hyundai Creta and Maruti Grand Vitara, offering powerful performance and premium features.

4. Tata Harrier Petrol

The Harrier will receive a 1.5L turbo petrol engine producing 168 hp and 280 Nm torque, available with both manual and automatic transmissions.

• Launch: December

• Expected effect: significantly lower starting price from the current ₹13,99,990 (ex-showroom)

5. Tata Safari Petrol

Similarly, the Safari will also get a 1.5L turbo petrol engine in December, with manual and automatic options for the three-row SUV.

• Price reduction expected from the current ₹14,66,290 (ex-showroom)

• Makes the large SUV more affordable without compromising features

These launches mark a competitive phase for Tata Motors and Hyundai, as both companies look to capture the fast-growing SUV segment in India.