Patrons are waiting for more
options in the market. New cars mean an array of options in terms of body style
and alternate fuel type. Considering the trend, people are looking forward to
EVs and SUVs, whether they’re compact or sub-compact. However, there are upcoming cars in India that are mostly expected in mid-2022. Here are a few of the
most awaited cars of 2022.
The Skoda Slavia’s
sibling, the Volkswagen Virtus, is one of the most awaited cars in 2022. It
will be the longest car in its class and is 20mm longer than the Skoda Slavia.
As per reports, it will be offered in two trims: Dynamic Line and Performance
Line. The Volkswagen Virtus will get two petrol engines on offer: a 1.0-litre
TSI engine as well as a 1.5-litre TSI engine. VW Group has confirmed its launch
on June 9th, 2022. It is expected to have a starting price of around ₹10
Lakhs (ex-showroom).
HYUNDAI TUCSON
The fourth generation
of the Hyundai Tucson is expected to be seen on Indian roads. In India, there
are limited options in the premium SUV market. The Hyundai Tucson
will compete against the Jeep Compass, Citroen C5 Aircross, and the Volkswagen
T-Roc. It is expected to be powered by the same powertrain as the outgoing
model. However, there are no reports on its launch date, but it’s expected
within this year. The Hyundai Tucson is expected to cost around ₹25 Lakhs
(ex-showroom).
CITROEN C3
Citroen will make a
foray into the sub-4m segment by launching the Citroen C3. It will compete with
the Tata Punch, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, and Maruti Suzuki Ignis. As per
reports, there will be no diesel engine on offer. The Citroen C3 could be priced
similarly to its competitors. Patrons can expect the car to be launched in
mid-2022.
TATA ALTROZ EV
One of the
most anticipated upcoming cars to date. The electric hatchback may be launched
in August 2022. The Tata Altroz EV will fall between the Tata Tigor EV and the Tata Nexon EV. The
expected starting price will be at least ₹10 Lakhs, ex-showroom.
VITARA BREZZA
The Maruti
Vitara Brezza might be rebadged as the Brezza in the upcoming generation. Since
it will be of a new generation, the sub-4m will receive a complete makeover. As
per reports on the web, the new Brezza might get a coveted sunroof, which would
be offered for the first time by Maruti Suzuki. It is expected to be seen in
August 2022. The expected starting price is around ₹8 Lakhs, ex-showroom.
Above were
the few most anticipated car launches of 2022. For more information on the
upcoming cars in India 2022, prices, and comparisons, check out autoX.
