The past week has seen significant developments in the Indian car market, with several luxury car launches and updates on upcoming models. However, the highlight of the week was the impressive performance of two Maruti cars, the Dzire and Baleno, in the Bharat NCAP crash test. The Maruti Dzire achieved a full five-star rating, while the Baleno secured a four-star rating in both its 2-airbag and 6-airbag variants. This is a significant achievement for Maruti, as it demonstrates the company’s commitment to safety.
In other news, several luxury car manufacturers launched special edition models in India. Mercedes launched the Collector’s Edition of the G 63, priced at Rs 4.30 crore, which is Rs 55 lakh higher than the standard model. Audi introduced the Signature Edition of the A4 sedan, which adds an accessory package to the top-spec Technology variant. Jeep also launched a special Signature Edition of the Grand Cherokee, which comes with three additional features and commands a premium of Rs 1.54 lakh.
Tata Motors shared its long-term strategy, which includes the introduction of a new T-GDI turbo-petrol engine option for the Harrier and Safari. The company also confirmed the arrival of seven new nameplates by FY2030. Toyota increased the prices of the Fortuner and Legender, with the diesel variants becoming Rs 40,000 costlier.
The Volkswagen Golf GTI arrived at dealerships, but the units are not available for test drives due to strong demand. The 2025 Kia Carens Clavis deliveries have begun, with prices starting from Rs 11.50 lakh. The Maruti Grand Vitara achieved a sales milestone, crossing the 3 lakh unit sales mark since its launch in 2022. The carmaker attributed this milestone to strong demand for the hybrid variants of the SUV.
Overall, the past week has seen a mix of exciting new launches, updates on upcoming models, and significant achievements in the Indian car market. The emphasis on safety, as demonstrated by Maruti’s impressive performance in the Bharat NCAP crash test, is a positive trend that is expected to continue in the future. With several new models and updates in the pipeline, the Indian car market is likely to remain exciting and competitive in the coming months.