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The second generation of the Hyundai Venue is scheduled to go on sale by the end of 2025; Fronx hybrid is also on the cards for this year
The compact SUV segment is among the most hotly contested segments in the Indian automotive market. The entry point into the SUV space, offering high ground clearance, commanding sitting position, ample cabin space and potent powertrains at an affordable price tag are some of the USPs of the compact SUVs. In this article, we will look at the new compact SUVs spied on test in India.
1. New-Gen Hyundai Venue
Hyundai has been road-testing the upcoming new-gen Venue in India and we have already seen several sets of spy shots in the past few months. Expected to go on sale by the end of 2025, the second-gen Venue will get an all-new exterior design and the front fascia will be inspired by the Creta. The sub-4-meter SUV will sport a connected LED DRL with qual-LED headlamps. Under the hood, the second generation of the compact SUV will continue to be powered by the familiar 1.2-litre petrol, 1.0-litre tGDi petrol and 1.5-litre CRDi diesel engines.
2. Mahindra XUV3XO EV
The Mahindra XUV3XO EV has been spotted testing on multiple occasions and it is expected to be launched later this year. Internally codenamed S240, the electric compact SUV will rival the Tata Nexon EV and the upcoming Kia Syros EV. It will share its design with the ICE XUV3XO, albeit with some electric-specific touches. It is expected to share the battery packs from the XUV400EV, including the 34.5 kWh and 39.4 kWh units, however, nothing can be confirmed as of now. We expect the XUV3XO EV to be priced at around Rs. 15 lakh (ex-showroom).
3. Tata Punch Facelift
The Tata Punch facelift was recently spotted testing in India, however, it is not expected to launch anytime soon. Going by the spy shots, it is clear that the facelifted Punch will share the exterior design with Punch EV, and the same can be said for the interiors. It will also likely get a larger 10.25-inch infotainment system and a fully digital instrument cluster. Mechanically, the Punch Facelift will remain the same with a familiar 1.2-litre petrol engine under the hood, along with the CNG fuel option.
4. Renault Kiger Facelift
Renault has confirmed the launch of the Kiger facelift this year and the test mule was spotted for the first time in February. The updated model will get a slightly tweaked design with new headlamps, bumpers, tail light and a fresh set of alloy wheels amongst others. In addition to this, the brand’s new logo could also be introduced in India with the Kiger facelift. Inside the cabin, expect some minor tweaks to the dashboard layout along with new feature additions. Under the hood, the familiar 1.0-litre NA petrol and 1.0-litre turbo petrol engines will continue to be a part of the package.
5. Maruti Suzuki Fronx Hybrid
Maruti will debut its in-house developed HEV series-hybrid powertrain with the Fronx facelift. Spotted testing earlier this year in India, the updated crossover is expected to debut in the Indian market by the end of 2025. In addition to the new hybrid system, the Fronx facelift could likely feature a revised exterior design, refreshed interiors and more features.
Internally codenamed YTB, the hybrid crossover will employ the familiar 1.2-litre Z12E petrol engine under the hood. The major advantage of this range extender hybrid technology is the improved efficiency, which could be around the 30 kmpl mark in the case of the Fronx Hybrid.
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