According to a media report, the upcoming Hyundai QXi compact SUV could be offered with three engine options and an optional dual-clutch transmission. 

Hyundai is rumoured to offer a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with 99 BHP and 172 Nm of torque and 1.4-litre, 4-cylinder petrol and diesel engines that also power the Verna. The 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol unit is expected to be paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, while the latter two are likely to get 6-speed manual gearboxes.

The Hyundai QXi is expected to borrow styling cues from the Carlino concept that was showcased at the 2018 Auto Expo. It has a similar side profile to the Creta with a shorter rear overhang. It is likely to get split headlamps and DRLs at the front and LED tail lamps. Inside, it could get a touchscreen infotainment system, ventilated front seats and sunroof. Reports suggest that the QXi could come equipped with disc brakes on both axles.

The Hyundai QXi is expected to compete with the Mahindra XUV300, Tata Nexon and Maruti Vitara Brezza.

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First spy images of the next generation Hyundai Creta (ix25) have surfaced online. The compact SUV was spotted testing in China. 

The spy images suggest that the new Creta is likely to borrow styling cues from the new Santa Fe. It appears to have a cascade grille at the front. It could get LED DRLs placed on either side, while the headlamps and fog lamps could be placed lower down in separate pods. The test vehicle can be seen sporting dual-tone alloy wheels. On the inside, the new Creta is likely to get dual-tone interiors with silver trim along the door pads along with silver or chrome door handles and black and beige seats with what appears to be red stitching.

According to a media report, the next-generation Creta is likely to get BS-VI compliant powertrains. It is rumoured to debut in 2020. A 7-seat version of the Creta is also reported to be in the works.

The new Creta will compete with the Tata Harrier, Mahindra XUV500 and the recently launched Nissan Kicks in the Indian market.

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Skoda has named its upcoming compact SUV the Kamiq. The vehicle is expected to debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2019. 

The name comes from the Inuktitut language spoken by the Inuit people that live in northern Canada and Greenland. It describes something that fits as perfectly as a second skin in every situation.

The Skoda Kamiq is a crossover based on the MQB platform. It is expected to borrow design cues from the Vision X concept that was showcased at the Geneva Motor Show last year. It is likely to get the same powertrain options as the Volkswagen T-Cross.

At present, Skoda offers a compact SUV called the Kamiq in China. This model is based on an older platform. It is available with a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine that produces 109 BHP and 150 Nm of torque and is coupled with an automatic transmission.

Skoda is also working on an India-specific SUV, which is expected to debut at the 2020 Auto Expo. 

According to a media report, Kia is likely to offer a 1.4-litre, turbocharged petrol engine in its upcoming SP Concept-based SUV. This variant could be introduced in 2020.

In addition to the engine, this variant is expected to get a body kit and different interior trim. The 1.4-litre engine is rumoured to develop 138 BHP and could be mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission with paddle shifters. The car might also get a different suspension setup. 

Kia's first SUV in India is rumoured to debut in August 2019. At launch, the car is expected to be offered with two engine options - a 1.5-litre petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel engine with 113 BHP. Transmission options are likely to include manual and automatic gearboxes.

The SP Concept-based SUV is expected to be priced in the Rs. 10-16 lakh range and is likely to come equipped with features like ventilated front seats, touchscreen infotainment system, on-board Wi-Fi, wireless charging and a 360-degree camera among others.

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According to a media report, Kia is planning to launch the SP Concept-based SUV in August 2019.

The SP Concept-based SUV will be Kia's first offering in India. Test mules of the SUV have already been spotted testing on Indian roads. The spy images indicate that it is likely to get Kia's tiger nose grille at the front, ORVMs with integrated turn signals and 5-spoke alloy wheels. 

Reports suggest that Kia is likely to offer features like ventilated front seats, a touchscreen infotainment system with voice recognition, on-board Wi-Fi, wireless charging and a 360-degree camera. Higher variants might also get a digital instrument cluster, head-up display and an ambient lighting package. Automatic variants could get paddle shifters.

Kia hasn't revealed the detailed specifications and powertrain options yet. However, the SUV is likely to get 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines. It is expected to be priced between Rs. 10-16 lakhs.

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According to a media report, Maruti Suzuki is evaluating a new mid-size SUV for the Indian market. It will be positioned above the Vitara Brezza and could compete with the Hyundai Creta. The new model could be launched around mid-2020.

The new SUV is expected to share its underpinnings with the next-gen Vitara. It is expected to be around 4.3 meters in length and is likely to feature boxy styling with an upright stance. It is still unclear if Maruti would offer a 7-seater version, but it is expected to get all the latest creature comforts and safety features.

The SUV could be offered with BS-VI compliant petrol and diesel engine options. These could include a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol unit and a 1.5-litre diesel engine, that is being developed in-house.

Reports suggest that the new SUV could retail via Maruti's premium Nexa outlets. 

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According to a media report, Tata Motors is likely to showcase the Hornbill micro-SUV concept at the 2019 Geneva Motor Show. The new model is expected to be positioned below the Nexon.

Reports suggest that Hornbill's wheelbase will be 50 mm shorter than the 45X. Styling could be based on Tata's Impact Design 2.0 philosophy and is likely to get elements like a floating roof and squared-off wheel arches.

Under the bonnet, the Hornbill micro-SUV could get Tata's 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder petrol and 1.05-litre, 3-cylinder diesel engines. However, this remains unconfirmed. 

We can expect the production-spec Hornbill to debut at the 2020 Auto Expo. It will compete with the upcoming micro-SUV from Maruti Suzuki.

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The Ssangyong Tivoli-based SUV has been christened the Mahindra XUV300 and will be launched in February 2019.

The styling of the XUV300 is inspired by the XUV500. It features a grille with chrome inserts flanked by triple-pod headlamps with projectors and integrated V-shaped LED DRLs. The dual-tone bumper houses a pair of fog lamps and a silver scuff plate.

Moving to the side, the SUV has blacked-out A, B and C pillars. It has black cladding around the wheel arches and along the door sills. It also gets dual-tone ORVMs that have integrated turn signals. At the rear, it has wraparound LED tail lamps and a roof spoiler. It comes with a dual-tone rear bumper which has a silver skid plate and reflectors on either side. The XUV300 gets roof rails and rides on dual-tone alloy wheels.

On the inside, it comes with a dual-tone dashboard with a centrally-mounted touchscreen infotainment system. The centre console houses a rotary controller for air-conditioning. There is also a small amber backlit screen. The car comes with a 3-spoke multi-function steering wheel and has a twin-dial instrument cluster with a central MID.

Mahindra hasn't revealed the engine specifications. However, the company has confirmed that the XUV300 will be available in both petrol and diesel versions.

The Mahindra S201 compact SUV was recently spotted with production-spec bodywork. Now, an image of the car's interior has surfaced online.

The spy image suggests that the compact SUV is likely to share its interior with the Ssangyong Tivoli. It has a dual-tone dashboard with silver trim around the centre console, which houses a touchscreen infotainment system. The SUV has a 3-spoke multi-function steering wheel and the seats are wrapped in cream coloured upholstery. It is expected to get features like automatic climate control with rear AC vents, cruise control, sunroof, automatic headlamps, reverse camera, electric ORVMs among others.

On the outside, the S201 gets a grille with vertical slats flanked by wraparound headlamps that have integrated L-shaped LED DRLs. While Mahindra hasn't revealed any technical details, rumours suggest that the S201 could be offered with 1.5-litre diesel and 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine options.

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As part of its India 2.0 project, the Volkswagen Group has planned 4 new models for India, neither of which will get diesel variants.

The first model to be based on the India-specific MQB-A0 IN platform will be a compact SUV under the Skoda badge. It will be launched sometime in 2020 and is expected to be based on the Vision X Concept. Reports suggest that it could be called the Kosmiq. The new SUV will be offered with a 128 BHP 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine. It could get CNG variants, however diesel variants have been ruled out as the current 1.5-litre TDI unit cannot be upgraded to comply with BS-VI regulations and the 2.0-litre TDI unit will be too big for it. 

The Volkswagen T-Cross will share its underpinnings with the Skoda Vision X-based SUV and will be offered with the same powertrain options. 

Around 2021, the VW Group plans to introduce the Virtus sedan in India. It will replace the VW Vento. Skoda will launch its version of the Virtus as well. These cars will also be based on the MQB-A0 IN platform and will use the same powertrains as the SUVs. Reports suggest that there will not be a diesel engine option on the sedans either.

Source: Autocar India