[nikhilarni]

Originally Posted by mohitchalla

India being a developing country, I believe this demand will keep on increasing year-on-year. With the increase in demand, we should also have a proportional increase in choices.

While we have seen a wider product offering from most of the manufacturers.

Share your views and what other brands do you think should come to India?

Hi Mohitchalla,
Interesting thread. As a kid, I would drool over the auto magazines and wondered why were those lovely cars not available in India.

Now, I know. I see a lot of takers for the Mazda. But their line-up other than the 3 and the 6, would be too expensive for the Indian consumer. Again, with the taxation laws, it would become very expensive if imported. These modern beauties are laden with electronics making the servicing a difficult thing to do.

As a wish list, I would like to see Peugeot make a come-back of sorts with their very European styled offerings ( suited for India ).

Originally Posted by landcruiser123

After driving many Mazdas in the US, I must say I'm very impressed.

Not sure about Subaru.

Premium brands (Acura, Infiniti, Genesis) - forget it. India's luxury car market is small and about prestige compared. Lower-end Infinitis and Acuras aren't very impressive for the big bucks they'll charge in India.

If Toyota were serious, Daihatsu should have been introduced in the mid 2000s

Mazda's have definitely come a long way just in the last few years with their styling and package in general.
Agree about the Subaru's. The AWD is not practical for India and it'll only increase fuel consumption. I don't think they have any offering that will cater to the Indian market trends. As much as I love the Outback, I just don't think it'll work in India.

Have to agree on the other point about Infiniti's, Acuras etc. For the price point ( if they are launched ), would be closer to the German trio, and for the Indian consumer, Luxury is all about Brand. Nothing comes close to a Mercedes or BMW.

Toyota could have easily rebadged the Diahatsu's and sold them in India. We see a lot in the Middle eastern and African markets. Did they miss the bus on this one ?

Originally Posted by saikarthik

Slightly OT, but I would like to see OEMs present in India first to bring good models that are available in international markets (Toyota, Nissan). Look at their product offering in India.

Cannot agree any more on that point. Other than Hyundai ( KIA ) trying to closely match their international range, I don't see Suzuki, Nissan or Honda coming anywhere close. Wish they had a wider offering for the Indian consumer. Atleast for Suzuki and Nissan, they have an infrastructure in place.

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Originally Posted by DriveOnceMore

Whatever any company does, majority of us (i.e. aroun70%) are going to buy Maruti or Hyundai only.

. But I believe in the recent times, the consumer is shifting towards wanting more and looking at the better cars the other brands are offering. But sadly, other than Hyundai ( that is really packaging their line-up very well ), none of the other brands are even making an attempt.

OTOH, I am super excited and thrilled that TATA and Mahindra are making some real quality products and have upped their game. Its time for them to keep the momentum going and not plateau out on their present line-up.

Originally Posted by veedub89

Here's what I think-
[*]Genesis - Only brand I am excited about. Hyundai India can do it and should do it.

The 2021 Genesis models are a stunner, but I not sure if the Indian consumer would want to plonk that kind of money on a brand that has zero recall in India. I believe it'll be too expensive a proposition for Hyundai right now.

We all know what happened to the Kizashi, don't we.

[Marauder]

Originally Posted by turbowhistle

This is not true, they have 2.5L turbo charged engines in the current lineup and those are pretty good as well.

You are right but I meant to say that they are not following the current trend of downsizing engines by adding turbochargers. Their 2.5L turbo charged engine will be prohibitively for the Indian market. The only way that engine could make its way to India would be via the CBU route, for maybe the CX-9, which would mean that it will be priced around the Audi Q7.

[raghukodali]

Toyota Supra
Toyota RAV4
Toyota Hilux
Toyota Corolla
Suzuki Jimny
Tesla


I guess I am making my preferences too obvious

[drivf]

Alfa Romeo - for sheer beauty
Mitsubishi- with more pocket-friendly Pajeros( plus competition to Toyota who seem to be going blind)
Off topic- relaunch of our beloved HM Ambassador as an EV.

[SN88]

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• Mazda - A brand with a wide model range, most of which are already well suited to the Indian market. It is also that one Japanese brand that actually delivers exceptionally high quality interiors. The SKYACTIV Technology engines can go head-to-head with Honda’s iVTEC.
  
• Subaru - The gold standard of AWD systems and the boxer engines. Enough said!
  
• Acura - Since Honda has been diluting its own premium standing in the Indian market, it is time to start offering the Acura badge to customers looking for a more premium experience.
  
• Infinity - Because why not?
  
• Genesis - Again from the Hyundai family, but much more luxurious with competitive pricing in its segment.
  
• Daihatsu - The economical Toyota. A better choice over the rabadged Maruti Suzuki cars.

Share your views and what other brands do you think should come to India?[/quote]

The list is perfect! Mazda would do very well in my opinion. Having driven the cx5 and cx9, the Mazda 3 and 5 sedans and others they are truly really nice and competent machines with a premium feel in both in-cabin and the drive!

But as we know what matters the most for sales in India is pricing and not the actual car.. A better looking cheaper car (read Hyundai) will sell more than an actually better car, if you guys can understand what I'm trying to say..

[imp!]

I think Subaru has the best chance of taking the Europeans head on. They are more Euro than the rest of the Japanese, have a fantastic line up with incredible engines, gearboxes and are very well built. I would definitely sign up for one. Especially if the WRX STI Impreza could be had in Superb territory.

[warp_10]

EV is the future for sure. Tesla is the most exciting option yet to come. Hope GM comes back to India (say 2nd innings) with the EV space in India (esp their Chevy Bolt / Volt is amazing).

[ais]

Mazda. Amongst other factors already listed here, I feel a lot of us need the Miata. Or at least Toyota and Honda should provide their sporty babes in India.

Having sold my 330i and hopefully I will be in the market for a cheaper to maintain replacement, I'm really lost. There is no rear wheel drive sports car for the lesser mortal enthusiast category without money to burn.

I'm toying with the idea of getting one through TOR.

[mmxylorider]

Mazda and Subaru from my wish list. BUt more importantly, some additional models from the current new entrants (Kia etc) would make more sense since the presence is already there.

I feel the Indian market is also primed for the Japanase Kei cars which are well suited for the urban landscape.

[carthick1000]

Mazda (MX-5)
Alpine (sub-brand of Renault) (A110)
Lotus (Elise)
Every lightweight and agile roadster enthusiast should have all the above in their stable.

Cadillac (ATS)
Every BMW enthusiast should have this one too..

[kamilharis]

From the brands discussed above, I feel Daihatsu & Mazda would work out well in India. Toyota can continue their fat profit business with the T badge and deploy Daihatsu to take up the mass-market cars, I like the RUSH so much!! Mazda cars are generally cramped but they are excellent all-rounders like the Accords and Civics.

Personally, I would love to see the Chinese giant CHANGAN open up their business in India because I own one currently. And I can vouch for their quality and reliability!