Jeep India has unveiled the rugged Trail Editions of its popular SUVs – the Jeep Compass and Jeep Meridian – combining bold styling with exclusive ownership benefits under the new ‘Jeep Trust’ programme. Available from 15 July 2025, these special editions cater to adventure enthusiasts seeking distinctive design and enhanced value.

The Jeep Compass Trail Edition features striking exterior upgrades, including Trail Edition decals, a matte black grille and Neutral Grey accents on key elements like the roof rails, ORVMs and badges. It rides on 18-inch Granite Metallic alloy wheels, while the interior sports black leatherette upholstery with red contrast stitching, a dark camouflage motif and Trail Edition-branded floor mats.

Meanwhile, the Jeep Meridian Trail Edition exudes premium ruggedness with a high-gloss black roof, signature hood decals and Neutral Grey highlights on the grille and cladding. Piano Black accents and red front fascia details complete its bold stance. Inside, it offers a black vinyl cabin with ruby red accents, camouflage appliques and skid plates for an adventurous touch.

The ‘Jeep Trust’ programme enhances ownership with added benefits. Compass Trail buyers receive a 3-year maintenance package, a 5-year warranty and an INR 20,000 cash benefit, while Meridian Trail owners get a complimentary 3-year maintenance plan.

Priced between INR 2,541,000 and INR 3,727,000 (ex-showroom), the Trail Editions are based on the Compass Longitude (O) and Meridian Limited (O) variants, retaining their core features while adding exclusive styling and value-packed ownership perks. Available for a limited time, these models can be booked at Jeep dealerships across India.

Kumar Priyesh, Business Head and Director – Automotive Brands, Stellantis India, said, “The Trail Editions reflect the Jeep brand’s core values of freedom, adventure, authenticity and passion. These bold new editions provide a differentiated ownership experience for customers who want to stand out — both on and off the road. With the addition of the Jeep Trust programme, we are reaffirming our commitment to offering value beyond the drive.”

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JSW MG Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced its wholesales for August.

The company marked a 52 percent growth YoY last month when it sold 6,578 units, as against 4,323 units a year ago.

The OEM attributed the healthy performance to the start of the festive season, which marked the highest deliveries for the automaker this year. The MG Windsor EV and the MG Comet EV saw a 5 percent 21 percent growth over July.

Furthermore, the company has been expanding its dealer network with three new facilities being inaugurated last month. With this the company now has over 543 sales and aftersales touchpoints across 270 cities, which enables to cover 90 percent of India’s geographical footprint.

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BMW India has released the new BMW X5 at prices starting INR 10.03 million (ex-showroom). The cars are produced at the BMW Group Plant in Chennai and come with petrol and diesel engine options.

The ex-showroom prices for the new variants are as follows:

• BMW X5 xDrive30d: INR 10.23 million
• BMW X5 xDrive30d M Sport Pro: 11.5 million
• BMW X5 xDrive40i: INR 10.03 million
• BMW X5 xDrive40i M Sport Pro: INR 11.3 million

The new X5 models include a BMW Widescreen Curved Display, which combines a 12.3-inch information display and a 14.9-inch control display. The cars also feature Comfort Seats with electric adjustments and lumbar support. Standard equipment includes a Harman Kardon Surround Sound System and a 4-zone automatic climate control system.

Both the petrol and diesel engines are equipped with BMW TwinPower Turbo technology. The 3-litre 6-cylinder in-line petrol engine of the X5 xDrive40i produces 381 hp and 520 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 kmph in 5.4 seconds. The 3-litre 6-cylinder in-line diesel engine of the X5 xDrive30d produces 286 hp and 650 Nm of torque, with a 0-100 km/h time of 6.1 seconds. Both engines also feature a 48V electrical motor.

The xOffroad package is now available for the X5, providing four driving modes: xSand, xRocks, xGravel and xSnow. The package also includes reinforced underbody protection.

Safety systems on the new X5 include Parking Assistant Professional with Surround View Camera, Reversing Assistant and Drive Recorder. The cars are also equipped with airbags, Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) and an electronic immobiliser.

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Maruti Suzuki True Value (MSTV), India's leading pre-owned car retail network, has attained a new sales milestone of selling over 6 million cars since its launch in 2001, which includes 492,697 vehicles in FY2024–25 alone.

The milestone, the company shared, highlights the channel's sustained growth and its status as a preferred choice for consumers seeking quality pre-owned vehicles.

Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer of Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India, said, "As we celebrate the 6 million sales milestone, we are deeply grateful to all our valued customers for their trust in True Value cars," he said. "Established over two decades ago, Maruti Suzuki True Value has consistently been a top consideration for a diverse demography of customers as a reliable and safe pre-owned car channel."

Banerjee also noted that MSTV is especially popular with younger buyers, with an average customer age of 31. Eighty-five per cent of True Value customers are first-time car owners. The company's focus on "industry-leading services" is designed to provide customers with "complete peace of mind."

All Maruti Suzuki True Value-certified vehicles undergo a rigorous 376-point quality check and are refurbished with genuine Maruti Suzuki parts. The company stated it verifies each car's service history and documentation before it is offered for sale. To further build customer confidence, certified cars come with a warranty of up to one year and three free services.

At present, the company’s network includes 606 showrooms across 305 cities in India.

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Skoda has released a teaser video offering the first look inside its upcoming Vision O concept car, revealing a new interior design language. The car will be officially unveiled on 8th September in Munich.

The interior showcases the next evolution of the brand’s Modern Solid design philosophy, focusing on a customer-centric and sustainable approach. The design emphasises a spacious layout with clean lines for a harmonious feel.

Oliver Stefani, Head of Skoda Design, said, “The interior design concept of the Vision O showcases our commitment to combining simplicity and sustainability with enhanced comfort. The combination of clean lines and intuitive functionality reflect our efforts to create a harmonious and functional interior. It features materials and design elements that are not only aesthetically an evolution of our Modern Solid design language but also emphasise environmental responsibility.”

The interior features a minimalist, ergonomic design that prioritises practicality and intuitive functionality. It includes unique 3D-printed headrests for a comfortable and airy feel. Following circular economy principles, the materials used throughout the cabin are sustainable, with a focus on plant-based and compostable components to reduce the car’s environmental impact.

The Vision O will be a look at the future of Skoda’s estate segment.

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