British luxury car brand Aston Martin has revived its legendary Vanquish nameplate, and introduced the model in India with an ex-showroom price of INR 88.5 million (excluding options). The flagship model crowned Aston Martin’s next-generation sports car lineup is limited to just under 1,000 units annually.

At the heart of the Vanquish lies a new 5.2-litre Twin-Turbo V12 engine, delivering 835PS and 1,000Nm of torque – making it the most powerful V12 in Aston Martin’s core sports car range to date. With a specific power output of 160PS per litre, this engine propels the Vanquish to a top speed of 214mph (344kmph), the highest ever for an Aston Martin series production car. It is enhanced with a strengthened cylinder block, redesigned cylinder heads and high-speed turbochargers, the powertrain achieves unprecedented performance while meeting global emissions standards. A novel Boost Reserve function further sharpens throttle response, storing turbo boost for instant power delivery during overtaking or dynamic driving.

The Vanquish’s chassis is equally impressive, built on a bonded aluminium structure with a 75 percent increase in lateral stiffness over its predecessor, the DBS 770 Ultimate. Featuring Bilstein DTX adaptive dampers and an electronic rear limited-slip differential (e-diff), it offers a seamless blend of grand tourer comfort and supercar agility. The e-diff, integrated with an advanced Electronic Stability Control system, transitions from open to fully locked in just 135 milliseconds, enhancing traction and cornering precision. Paired with a recalibrated ZF 8-speed automatic gearbox and a Carbon Ceramic Brake system, the Vanquish delivers exceptional control, stopping power, and a dynamic bandwidth that adapts to any driving mood.

Visually, the Vanquish exudes contemporary elegance with its extended wheelbase, sculpted carbon fibre bodywork and a rakish teardrop profile. Drawing inspiration from Aston Martin’s motorsport heritage, including Formula 1 and the iconic ‘Project Cars’ of the 1960s, it features F1-inspired bonnet louvres and a Kamm Tail for aerodynamic efficiency. A panoramic glass roof, a first for an Aston Martin V12, floods the cabin with light, while Matrix LED headlights and a bold grille amplify its road presence. The interior, designed for two, combines luxury with driver focus, boasting a 10.25-inch digital dashboard, a pure black touchscreen infotainment system and tactile metal controls. A Bowers & Wilkins 15-speaker audio system comes standard, ensuring an immersive experience.

Lawrence Stroll, Executive Chairman, Aston Martin, said, “With the introduction of Vanquish we have crowned Aston Martin’s next- generation sports car portfolio. A true halo model in every respect, Vanquish makes an emphatic statement. One that further delivers on our mission to create the most potent, most beautiful and most exciting cars in the ultra-luxury sports car market. As such Vanquish is the truest of Aston Martins. Immaculately designed and impeccably engineered it sets extraordinary new standards of performance, style and luxury for a new generation of connoisseurs”.

Marek Reichman, Executive Vice President and Chief Creative Officer, Aston Martin, said, “Vanquish is an iconic halo model for our sports car portfolio and we’re always designing for beyond the expected, rational and thoughtful. We captured the immensity of its performance and the imperiousness of its intended purpose while tempering the drama of Vanquish with a rare and unmistakable sense of elegance. Our team demonstrated bravery and curiosity in their quest to deliver unexpected design ideas throughout. The teardrop exterior features an all-new surface language and amplified front-engine proportions, and the interior environment combines the focus of a true driver’s car with elevated luxury and state-of-the-art technology. There is great passion in creating pure excitement and this new Vanquish is a culmination of fearless creativity and human ingenuity. We have combined next level, ultra-luxury performance with British-cool sports car styling to deliver a crowning Aston Martin V12 flagship for the ages.”

Simon Newton, Director of Vehicle Performance, Aston Martin, said, “Vanquish brings another dimension to the revitalised Aston Martin range. The new V12 engine is a larger-than-life character, with immense torque from just above idle combined with a truly ferocious top-end. It really is an extraordinary engine. This sense of boundless propulsion had to be matched by an equal level of control and finesse; something we have achieved by further exploring the tremendous scope of the new Bilstein DTX adaptive dampers, e-diff and latest generation electronics. We’ve also worked closely with Pirelli, developing a bespoke tyre tailored specifically to Vanquish. The resulting blend of dynamic precision, epic performance and luxurious refinement is uniquely special, with a bandwidth that sets a new standard for the marques halo model and is worthy of the Vanquish name”.

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Volkswagen Passenger Cars India has launched the Tayron R-Line SUV at an introductory price of INR 4.69 million (ex-showroom).

The Tayron R-Line features R-Line styling and is manufactured using the brand's design DNA and is part of the company’s strategy to expand its portfolio in the premium segment in India.

The SUV is powered by a 2.0-litre TSI EA888 evo4 engine, producing 204 PS and 320 Nm of torque. It comes with a 7-speed DSG transmission and the 4MOTION All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, which allows drivers to select from six driving profiles.

In terms of dimensions, it is 4792 mm in length, 1866 mm width and 1665 mm height. The wheelbase is 2789 mm features 19-inch Coventry alloys. On the inside, it gets a 38.1 cm infotainment screen and a 26.03 cm digital cockpit. The front seats feature 12-way electric adjustment with memory, ventilation, heating and an 8-mode massage function.

The Tayron R-Line features IQ Light with HD Matrix LED headlamps and illuminated front and rear logos. It is equipped with 11-speaker Harman Kardon sound system with 700 watts output, dual 45W USB-C ports and wireless charging for two devices. Augmented Reality (AR) head-up display and gesture-controlled tailgate.

In terms of safety, the Tayron R-Line is equipped with Level 2 ADAS featuring 14 functions. Standard safety equipment includes 9 airbags, Electronic Stability Control, and Hill Ascent and Descent control.

Nitin Kohli, Brand Director, Volkswagen Passenger Cars India, said, “The Tayron R-Line embodies our vision of aspirational premium cars that add meaningful value to customer lives. It is designed for those who value performance as much as luxury, and who seek a vehicle that reflects their progressive mindset. With the Tayron R-Line, we are reinforcing our commitment to bringing globally admired, performance-led products that elevate the brand’s presence in India.”

The Tayron R-Line SUV can be had in seven colour options: Dolphin Grey Metallic, Oyster Silver Metallic, Ultraviolet Metallic, Cipressino-Green Metallic, Nightshade Blue Metallic, Grenadilla Black Metallic and Oryx White Mother-of-Pearl Effect.

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Skoda Auto Volkswagen India (SAVWIPL) has appointed Nitin Selot as Executive Director for Finance, IT and Legal Affairs. He takes over the role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) as the group manages its operations in India for brands including Skoda, Volkswagen, Audi, Bentley, Lamborghini and Porsche.

Selot comes with over 35 years of experience in financial leadership and will oversee financial strategy and IT transformation at the company’s manufacturing sites in Pune and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.

Prior to joining SAVWIPL, he held senior positions at JCB India, Compass Group India, Shell and Mars Wrigley. He is a member of the Institute of Cost & Management Accountants of India and the Institute of Company Secretaries of India, and holds an MBA from IMT Ghaziabad.

The company states that his expertise includes steering long-term investment and growth; managing legal affairs & compliance and modernising systems to support operational efficiency.

Holger Peters, Board Member for Finance, IT and Legal Affairs, Skoda Auto, said, “We welcome Nitin Selot to Skoda Auto Volkswagen India at a pivotal moment where India is the most important market for Skoda Auto a.s. outside Europe. His appointment comes at a crucial time as we continue to strengthen our financial discipline, enhance governance, and build resilience across our operations in India. Nitin’s vast experience across multiple industries and his proven ability to lead complex financial and IT transformations will be invaluable as we align our long-term strategy with the evolving needs of the Indian market.”

Piyush Arora, Managing Director and CEO, SAVWIPL, added, “I am pleased to welcome Nitin Selot as Skoda Auto Volkswagen India enters an exciting new chapter of transformation driven by the collective momentum of our six aspiration brands. We continue to redefine our processes, improving productivity and advancing our local-for-local approach, strengthening the foundation of our India operations. Looking ahead, the robustness of our financial strategy and the agility of our IT systems will be central to sustaining this progress.”

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Kia India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced that its popular Seltos SUV has surpassed 600,000 cumulative sales milestone since its market entry in 2019. The achievement, the company said confirms the model's position in the mid-SUV segment, with top-tier variants contributing 29 percent of total volume.

The Seltos was introduced with a strategy focused on multiple powertrain options, including petrol and diesel engines with automatic transmissions, alongside connected car technology. Over time, Kia has updated the model to include advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and expanded digital interfaces.

Data shows a preference for higher specifications, with nearly a third of buyers selecting top trims. The model's sales have been supported by its appeal to customers upgrading from smaller vehicle categories who seek features such as large-format infotainment and enhanced safety packages.

The new Generation Seltos comes with 4,460 mm of length, 1,830 mm of width and has a wheelbase of 2,690 mm.

The latest generation of the Seltos features increased dimensions and an upgraded safety architecture. Kia India intends for the model to continue anchoring its mid-SUV strategy through a mix of engine and transmission combinations.

Sunhack Park, Chief Sales Officer, Kia India, said, “Crossing 600,000 sales reflects sustained customer preference for a product that delivers strong fundamentals in design, safety, technology and performance. Seltos expanded expectations in the mid-SUV segment by offering features and configurations that were not widely available at the time of its launch. The consistent uptake across variants, including strong demand for top trims, indicates growing customer confidence in advanced safety systems and connected technologies.”

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Nissan Motor India has launched the new Nissan Gravite, a seven-seater MPV at an introductory price starting INR 565,000. The vehicle is the first model released under the company’s new product strategy for the Indian market and is manufactured locally at the alliance plant in Chennai.

The Gravite marks the first of the 3 new model launches for the Japanese carmaker in India, as part of its resurgence strategy to focus on high-potential markets globally.

The MPV for the unversed is a cross-badged Renault Triber and will compete in the mass-market segment, focusing on space and modularity. Nissan is also expanding its dealer network across Tier I and Tier II cities to support the rollout.

The Gravite features C-shaped LED headlamps and tail lamps. It is available in five colour options – Forest Green, Onyx Black, Blade Silver, Storm White and Metallic Grey.

On the inside, it gets plenty of storage, with its modular approach which provides a flexible seating for two to seven occupants. The third-row seats can be removed to increase luggage capacity.

Boot Space Capacity:

• 5-seater mode: 625 litres
• 6-seater mode: 320 litres
• 7-seater mode: 84 litres

The interior includes a cooled centre console, dual glove boxes and air-conditioning vents for all three rows. Seats are finished in suede and leatherette quilting.

The Gravite is equipped with a 20.32 cm floating infotainment screen supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, alongside a 17.78 cm digital instrument cluster.

Safety is addressed through 30 standard features, including:

• 6 Airbags
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Traction Control
• Hill-Start Assist and Brake Assist
• Front and rear parking sensors
• Powertrain Specifications

The Gravite continues to use the same 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine available in the Renault Triber, which can be either had with a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT (EZ-shift) transmission.

Thierry Sabbagh, President, India – Nissan and Infiniti, said, “India is central to Nissan’s global ambitions. Our actions over the past year strengthening operations, expanding the network and embarking on a product offensive demonstrate our long-term commitment to this market. The all-new Nissan Gravite is not just a product launch; it marks the beginning of a sustained growth phase for Nissan in India.”

Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, added, “The all-new Nissan Gravite is inspired by the diversity, scale and ambition of Indian families. Every detail – from its modular seating to its commanding stance reflects how Indian customers live, travel and grow together. For us, Gravite is more than a product introduction. It is a promise that Nissan will continue to design, manufacture and invest in vehicles that truly resonate with India’s mobility aspirations.”

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