Upcoming car launches in India: What petrolheads can’t afford to miss in August?

Several EV launches from iconic brands like Tesla, Kia, MG, and Renault electrified the month of July. Now, the month of August is shaping up to be a thrill with all-new car launches in the lineup. Many future concepts or upcoming designs are also to be revealed this year. Let’s take a look at the upcoming cars that are to be launched in August.

Cars to be released in August 2025

The month of August is filled with many promises, ranging from everyday commuting to all-new electrified machines on wheels. Fresh styling, bold interiors, and showstopping looks may create a glimpse of the automotive landscape in India. Check out the list below:

1. Volvo XC60 Facelift

Upcoming Launch Date: August 1

The first car on the list is the all-new Volvo XC60 Facelift that is to be launched in August. The expected launch date is August 1, 2025. The brand’s best-selling variant at the global level is now taking its initial step to land in India. The car might offer complementary exterior changes, including the diagonally styled grille design. The front fascia of the car features signature T-shaped LED headlamps and smoked-out taillights. Inside the cabin, the Volvo might be equipped with an 11.2-inch touchscreen with premium-finish upholstery.

2. Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 Coupe

Upcoming Launch Date: August 12

The all-new Mercedes AMG combines dynamic presence with powerful performance. The new car will be positioned above the CLE 300 Cabriolet. The design of the car has a complementary ethos that combines the sporty appeal of a 4-door coupe with the intense practicality of an SUV. The interior is equipped with AMG sport seats and a racing DNA cockpit. The dashboard offers an 11.9-inch touchscreen, a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel, and an AMG-wrapped sporty steering wheel.

3. VinFast VF7

Upcoming Launch Date: End of August

The upcoming VinFast VF7 is a premium electric SUV that will be the rival to the BYD Sealion 7 and the Hyundai Ioniq 5. The car will be offered with three distinct variants named Earth, Wind, and Sky. VF7 offers subtle design changes, which feature wide LED dynamic headlamps that meet in the center to form a V-shaped signature brand logo. The 70.8 kWh LFP battery pack is housed under the design frame and generates a power range of 204 HP to 350 HP at maximum.

4. VinFast VF6

Upcoming Launch Date: End Of August

Another car on the list from the Vietnamese brand is the upcoming VinFast VF6. The VF6 will be the entry-level car in India that is more of a family-oriented drive. The car is powered by a 59.6 kWh battery pack that revs up 204 HP of power and 310 Nm of maximum torque. The brand claims that the car can cover a distance of 480 km on a single charge.

Conclusion

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