List of Top Upcoming EV Cars in India 2024.1.TATA Harrier EV AWD Variant Spied,Rear Motor Revealed, 2.Citroen C3 Aircross Gets Rs 2.62 Lakh Discount, 3.VinFast VF e34 Spied In India – Creta EV , Curvv EV Rival, 4.MG CUV , 5.KIA Clavis , 6.Renault Austral .
1.TATA Harrier EV AWD Variant Spied,Rear Motor Revealed(Upcoming EV cars in India 2024)
New spy shots of the Tata Harrier EV have surfaced, showing an all-wheel drive version with a rear motor setup. This new model is based on the active platform that supports front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive, and all-wheel drive layouts.
The Tata Harrier EV and Safari EV are expected to launch soon. These models will compete with the upcoming EV version of the XUV700. The recent shots were taken in Ladakh during altitude testing.
Tata Motors is updating its new SUVs with modern designs and next-level features. The Harrier and Safari will have dual motor setups, while the lower variants will come with a single motor and rear-wheel drive.
Previously, images of the Tata Safari, Harrier, and another model surfaced during testing. If priced aggressively, these vehicles could be very popular.
2.Citroen C3 Aircross Gets Rs 2.62 Lakh Discount
Citroën has given a big discount on its C3 Aircross. The price is now reduced by 2,08,000 rupees on its mid-spec variant. This makes it very affordable. In this segment, it’s the only seven-seater available. Other mid-size SUVs don’t offer seven seats.
The C3 Aircross is now more budget-friendly. It’s a decent car for road presence and looks quite good. The interior is feature-loaded and spacious. There’s also a new edition launched at 11,82,000 rupees ex-showroom price.
However, Citroën’s sales have been low recently. If they had reduced the price at launch, it might have received a better response from the start. Now, with this big price cut, it is expected to get a strong response in its segment.
3.VinFast VF e34 Spied In India – Creta EV , Curvv EV Rival
A global brand named VINFAST is about to enter India soon. The VINFAST VF e34 Pro has been spotted in India. This mid-size SUV will compete with the KRETA EV, GURV EV, and MARUTI EVX in the Indian market. It is an electric car and will be sold as a completely built unit (CBU).
The expected price for this car is between 25 to 30 lakh rupees. The car’s dimensions are a length of 4300 mm, a width of 1768 mm, a height of 1615 mm, and a wheelbase of 216 mm.
As for new features or changes for India, we will know more in the coming months. July and August are expected to be busy with many big launches. Stay tuned for the next update.
4.MG CUV
New MG CUV coming soon. It’s called a Cross Over Utility Vehicle, and some pictures from its testing have been released. This will be an electric vehicle.
The car will be about 4.5 meters long, making it spacious. The interior looks very premium and roomy. It will have a 50kWh battery pack, giving it a range of about 500 kilometers. The car will produce 175bhp of power and 280Nm of torque with a single motor setup for front-wheel drive.
MG had said before that they would launch a new car every 3-6 months after their contract with JSW. Another car is also being tested.
5.KIA Clavis
Kia is coming out with a new car called the Kia Clavis. Some images from its testing have been released. Based on these spy shots, a render by Pratyush Routh has been shared on the Rushlane website. This render shows what the car might look like.
Rushlane’s previous renders have been 99% accurate, so this one is likely close to the real thing. The testing images came from both global and Indian markets, and they look very similar to the render.
The Kia Clavis will have a 1-liter turbocharged petrol engine and a 1.5-liter diesel engine option. You can choose between manual and automatic transmission. An electric version of the car will be launched in about 6-8 months.
6.Renault Austral
Renault is introducing a new hybrid SUV called the Austral. We had mentioned it earlier when some pictures surfaced during its testing. Recently, it was spotted in Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu without any camouflage.
Renault might be planning to expand its lineup because their current cars aren’t performing well in the market. Right now, they only have the Kiger SUV, which sells about a thousand units.
The Austral will be a mid-sized SUV with a length of 4.5 meters. It will compete with the Tata Harrier, MG Hector, and XUV700. This SUV will feature a 1.3-liter turbocharged petrol engine paired with a 400-volt hybrid system and a 2 kWh battery system.
7.Hyundai Alcazar Facelift Preview
The facelift version of the Hyundai Alcazar has been seen during testing again. Compared to the Creta, its design is quite different. It will have the same engine options as before.
You’ll find new LED daytime running lights and a completely changed grille design. The grille is larger and has horizontal chrome slots. Unlike the previous Alcazar, which looked similar to the Creta, this one will look very different.
8.New Skoda Kodiaq Spotted
For the first time in India, pictures of the next-generation Skoda Kodiaq being tested have surfaced. The new car features LED headlights, new DRLs, a new grille, and several major changes. There are also significant changes to the rear profile. This new generation Kodiaq will be based on the MQB Evo platform.
The car will have a 2-liter, four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine that produces 190 PS of maximum power and 320 Nm of torque. It will come with a seven-speed DSG transmission. The car will be brought to India through the CBU route.
While a plug-in hybrid version is available in global markets, it is unlikely to come to India.
Upcoming cars in India 2024
This year, several electric vehicles (EVs) will be launched in India. Tata’s Garb E is one of them, offering a range of about 500 kilometers. It has a sporty coupe look and advanced features. If your budget is around 17-18 lakh rupees, you might consider it.
Another EV, the M3 Cloud, will launch in 2024. This is a 5-seater mid-size crossover with plenty of space. It will be priced between 15-20 lakh rupees.
Kia’s EV9 is a 7-seater premium electric SUV expected to arrive by late 2024 or early 2025. It will cost around 80-90 lakh rupees and offer a range of about 541 kilometers.
Mahindra’s XUV-E8, an electric version of the XUV700, will also launch this year. It’s a 5 or 7-seater SUV with a range of 450-550 kilometers. It will have two battery options: 60 kWh and 80 kWh. The price is expected to be around 22-28 lakh rupees.
BMW has started bookings for the BMW 5 Series Long Wheelbase, which will rival the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. The price announcement is set for July 24th.
Lastly, MG’s Cloud EV will launch in September 2024. It features connected LED DRLs, split LED headlamps, a front fender-mounted charging port, flush-fitting door handles like the XUV700, and a panoramic sunroof. Its length is about 4.3 meters and it comes with a 50.
Skoda has made a big update to its cars, the Kushaq and Slavia. The variants have new names now. In the Skoda Slavia, you will find Classic, Signature, and Prestige variants. The Signature variant comes with automatic transmission, while Classic is the base variant. It’s the same for the Kushaq, where Classic is also the base variant.
For the Onyx model, there are updates too. The Onyx now offers the cheapest automatic transmission. You can also get Signature Monte Carlo and Prestige, which is the top variant.
Next, let’s talk about a global market update. Volkswagen has introduced the Tharu XRS EV. It’s similar to the Taigun sold in India but with some changes. The global version from China is 134mm longer and 2mm wider, but 7mm shorter in height compared to the Indian Taigun. Both have similar wheelbases. If a facelift version of the Taigun comes to India, it would likely have a 1.5 turbocharged petrol engine with both manual and DSG transmission options. In the global market, prices range from ₹13.32 lakh to ₹18.23 lakh.
Lastly, Citroen has launched an electric version of the C3 Aircross at ₹24.50 lakh with a range of 300 kilometers. This is a 7-seater electric SUV and it’s different from the one available in India. The European C3 Aircross has major updates like a new front fascia, redesigned alloy wheels, and completely changed rear proportions. Inside, it has new dashboard designs and a brand-new steering wheel along with a large touchscreen instrument cluster.
6 kWh battery.