Weekly Wrap-Up: 4-Wheeler Headlines of the Week, Including Spy Shots and Price Revisions

The last week of October registered several headlines within the automotive sector. From international showcases from top carmakers like Maruti Suzuki and Renault to price revisions from Citroen, car lovers have exciting news to cover for last week. Let’s discuss all these major headlines in a quick brief.

New Generational Maruti Suzuki and eVX Unveiled

Maruti Suzuki unveiled its new Suzuki Swift and eVX electric SUV at the Japan Mobility Show 2023. The automaker showcased these four-wheelers in their near-production design. Indian customers can expect the new generation Maruti Suzuki Swift to be launched by early 2024 and the eVX electric SUV by 2025.

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Citroen C3 Hatchback Price Dropped

The French automaker Citroen reduced the ex-showroom prices for its C3 hatchback car as part of a festive season sale. The customer was able to avail of this limited-time offer from October 17. Despite the cash price drop, Citroen also offered benefits on labor charges and selected accessories and parts.

Next-Gen Renault Duster Debut Confirmed

According to industry reports, the new-gen Renault Duster will be unveiled by the last week of November. The SUV will be based on the CMF-B platform and offer multiple powertrain options to customers, including a hybrid. Moreover, the new Renault Duster SUV can launch in India by 2025.

Renault Kardian Showcased

Renault also held a press conference in Rio de Janeiro, announcing the debut of its newest compact SUV, Kardian. The Kardian will be based on a new modular platform. The report states that the new platform will be localized in India, Latin America, Turkey, and North Africa.

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MG Hector & Hector Plus Price Increased

MG Motor India increased the ex-showroom prices for its MG Hector and Hector Plus, popular SUVs in the Indian market. The increased price will be applicable from next month. As part of the ongoing festive season, the automaker reduced the prices for these SUVs in September 2023.

BYD Car Test by Euro NCAP

BYD Seal electric sedan underwent a Euro NCAP car crash test and secured a 5-star safety rating. BYD’s other car, the Dolphin, also got a 5-star safety rating at the Euro NCAP crash test.

Kia Carnival Facelift Unveiled

Kia Carnival was first showcased at India’s Auto Expo 2023, which featured a refreshed design. The car model has been unveiled and features new “Opposites United” design work. The India-spec Carnival is expected to launch by 2024.

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BMW X4 M40i Made Debut in India

BMW X4 registered its return to the Indian market with the fresh launch of the BMW X4 M40i. The SUV coupe packs a 3-liter inline 6-cylinder turbo petrol engine coupled with 8-speed automated transmission. The M40i SUV can accelerate 0-100 kmph in 4.9 seconds and is considered the sportier version of the X3 M40i.

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