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Earlier this week, Maruti Suzuki opened bookings for the fourth-generation Swift in India. Dealer dispatches have now commenced as the carmaker gears up for the launch in the coming days.
The 2024 Swift will be offered with a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder mild-hybrid petrol engine that produces 80 BHP @ 5,700 rpm and 112 Nm @ 4,300 rpm. The engine is expected to be paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox and an AMT.
The Tata Altroz Racer, a sporty version of the Altroz hatchback, was unveiled at the 2023 Auto Expo. Latest reports suggest that the car might be launched soon.
The Altroz Racer is expected to use a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine from the Nexon. It produces 118 BHP and 170 Nm and is likely to be paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
Mercedes-Benz will be introducing the C 300 petrol in the Indian market later this year. The new petrol variant will replace the C 300d in Q2 of 2024.
The C 300 will be powered by a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder turbo-petrol engine paired with a mild-hybrid system and a 9-speed automatic gearbox. This engine produces 254 BHP with an additional 23 BHP provided by the mild-hybrid system. Peak torque is rated at 400 Nm, which is 150 Nm less than the C 300d.
Like the C 300d, the upcoming C 300 petrol might also be offered in a single, full-loaded AMG line variant.
Porsche revealed the prices of the third-generation Panamera back in November 2023. However, the carmaker is expected to commence bookings and deliveries this month.
Mahindra is likely to introduce a new limited-edition version of the XUV700 called the 'Blaze Edition'.
The Mahindra XUV700 Blaze Edition comes in a unique exterior colour called 'Matte Blaze Red'. The SUV gets a Napoli Black roof, along with black ORVMs and black alloy wheels. You also get the impression of a floating roofline thanks to the blacked-out B, C and D pillars.
Force Motors has announced the prices for the updated Gurkha. The off-roader is available in 3-door and 5-door body styles priced at Rs 16.75 lakh and Rs 18 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively. The Force Gurkha receives several updates for the 2024 model year.
The Force Gurkha is powered by a 2.6-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine that produces 138 BHP and 320 Nm. The engine is mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 4x4 system. The company claims that the improved power and torque enable it to cruise on expressways at triple-digit speeds.
Isuzu has launched the 2024 V-Cross pick-up truck in India. The updated model is priced from Rs 21,19,900 (ex-showroom). Isuzu has made several changes to the V-Cross for the 2024 model year.
The new V-Cross is powered by a 1.9-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine that makes 163 BHP and 360 Nm. The engine is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a torque converter automatic. The pick-up truck is also available with a 4-wheel drive system.
BMW has launched the 2024 M4 Competition M xDrive in India. The updated sports coupe will be imported via the CBU route and is priced at Rs 1.53 crore (ex-showroom).
At the heart of the M4 Is the S58 turbocharged 3.0-litre 6-cylinder engine that produces 523 BHP @ 6,250 rpm and 650 Nm @ 2,750-5,370 rpm. The engine is mated to an 8-speed automatic and BMW’s xDrive four-wheel drive system. BMW claims the M4 can sprint from 0-100 km/h in 3.5 seconds.