The Indian automotive industry is undergoing a massive transformation, with petrol and diesel vehicles falling behind electric vehicles. Although India’s EV industry is in its early stages, the government has pressed automakers to launch electric vehicles and implement EV use in order to reduce pollution.
However, replacing ICE vehicles with EVs, particularly four-wheelers, is an expensive proposition for buyers. An EV costs nearly twice as much as its ICE counterpart, making it less cost effective for car buyers.
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So here are some EV and Hybrid options for you look out for in future:
1. MG Comet EV
In April 2023, MG plans to launch the Comet EV, a compact electric vehicle in India. Prices and battery specifications will also be revealed at that time. This rebadged version of the Chinese Wuling Air will be produced at MG’s plant in India. The battery for the Comet EV is rumoured to be sourced from Tata Autocomp and will use LFP cells. Comet will be the smallest vehicle in MG’s lineup in India, providing customers with a low-cost entry point into the world of EVs.
2. Honda Hybrid SUV
In order to revitalise the brand, Honda is currently developing a mid-size SUV, which is expected to hit the market in 2023. According to reports, Honda’s upcoming SUV will have a hybrid engine and will compete with the recently launched Toyota hyryder, Maruti Grand Vitara, Kia Seltos, and Hyundai Creta.
3. Lexus RX Hybrid
The Lexus RX made its domestic debut in January at the 2023 Auto Expo. When it is released, the fifth-generation luxury SUV will be available in RX 350h Luxury and RX 500h F Sport Performance trim levels. The hybridised engines are the 2.4-litre turbocharged petrol and 2.5-litre turbocharged petrol.
4. Maruti Suzuki C-MPV
In the near future, Maruti Suzuki is expected to launch a premium C-segment MPV based on the Toyota Innova Hycross. It is expected to be styled after the Grand Vitata and to be powered by the 2.0-litre NA petrol and 2.0-litre strong hybrid petrol engines found in its Toyota sibling. It will also most likely be the first Toyota cross-badged for Maruti Suzuki.
5. Next-Gen Maruti Swift and Dzire
The next-generation Maruti Suzuki Swift and Dzire will be introduced in India in 2024, with significant changes both inside and out. They will be powered by a brand-new 1.2-litre three-cylinder hybrid petrol engine, which may be available in high-spec variants. It will have a claimed mileage of 35-40 km/l.
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