Nissan X-Trail Will Be Available In Three Colours And Mild Hybrid Tech
- By MT Bureau
- July 22, 2024
Nissan India has announced that it will offer its premium SUV X-Trail in three colours – Diamond Black, Champagne Silver and Pearl White. Showcasing the vehicle in front of just a few motoring journalists in India recently for reasons better known to it, Nissan India highlighted that the premium SUV will be offered with hybrid technology.
Powering the vehicle is a 163 bhp, 1.5-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine coupled to a 12-volt mild hybrid system. The transmissoon is a CVT unit and the ICE is laced with a variable compression ratio. Distinctive and stylish in its appearance, the premium SUV – following in the footsteps of the earlier model, discontinued in 2014 – is expected to be priced at INR 4,000,000 approximately when it is commercially introduced.
Expected to be launched ahead of the festive season, the X-Trail will be imported as a CBU in India, claimed an industry source. It will be positioned in the same segment as the Skoda Kodiaq and MG Gloster, he informed.
Based on the Renault-Nissan CMF-C platform, the vehicle – to be offered as a five-seater and seven-seater – will be pack sophisticated features such as split LED headlamps, LED taillights, a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Apple Carplay and Android Auto, a three-zone AC, ‘connected’ car tech, wireless phone charging, powered tail gate, powered front seats with memory function, 10-speaker Bose audio, panoramic sunroof, HUD display, ADAS functions and a 360-degree camera set up.
Measuring 4,680 mm in length, 1,840 mm in width and 1,725 mm in height, the new X-Trail has a ground clearance of 210 mm. The wheelbase is 2,705 mm. With the doors opening at an 85-degree angle to provide easy ingress and egress, the premium SUV adds to the company’s single SUV portfolio that contains the Magnite. The Magnite is also the only model that Nissan India is currently offering in the market. In June 2024, the SUV – sharing the platform with the Renault Kiger – sold some 2,107 units in June 2024. In January 2024, 2,863 units of the vehicle were sold, according to the v3cars.com website.
As per the sales chart of the Magnite on the site, the sales numbers have consistently dropped over the months from January 2024 to read 2,107 units in June. As a CBU import, the X-Trail is unlikely to add large numbers to the count of vehicles Nissan India sells every month. It is a premium SUV after all.
Winning the Large SUV by Women’s World Cup of the Year award and the 2022-23 Japan Technology of the Year award, the new X-Trail has been praised in markets like UK for its seven-seater configuration as capable, classy and entertaining. The vehicle also bagged UK’s 4x4 Magazine’s awards for 4x4 of the Year in 2023.
Image courtesy: Nissan
Maruti Suzuki India, AU Small Finance Bank Launch Suhana Safar Initiative
- By MT Bureau
- July 02, 2026
AU Small Finance Bank has partnered with Maruti Suzuki India, the country’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturer, to introduce 'Suhana Safar', a scheme that links Recurring Deposits (RD) to auto loans. The initiative is aimed at first-time car buyers and applies to the Alto K10, S-Presso, Celerio and WagonR models.
Under the programme, customers open an RD account with AU Small Finance Bank and deposit a monthly amount equivalent to the future car EMI for 3 to 6 months. Upon maturity, the accumulated funds, which have earned interest, are used as the down payment for the vehicle, after which the bank provides the auto loan.
The scheme allows customers to save and earn interest while demonstrating repayment capacity before committing to a loan. The bank also uses this process to evaluate creditworthiness.
AU Small Finance Bank offers RD interest rates of 4.75 percent to 7.40 percent per annum for the general public, and 5.25 percent to 7.90 percent per annum for senior citizens.
Skoda Kodiaq RS Launched At INR 6.69 Million In India
- By MT Bureau
- July 02, 2026
Czech automaker Skoda Auto India has introduced the new Kodiaq RS, the first SUV to carry the performance-focused RS badge in the Indian market at INR 6.69 million (ex-showroom).
The company limited the initial release to 50 units, which were sold out within six minutes of launch. This release aligns with the 50th anniversary of the RS badge and the 125th year of the brand’s motorsport history.
Ashish Gupta, Brand Director, Skoda Auto India, said, “The RS badge represents an iconic performance legacy. Bringing it to our flagship 4x4, all-terrain, 7-seater SUV combines luxury, capability and motorsport DNA in one offering. The overwhelming response, with all units sold out in minutes, reflects the strong enthusiasm among customers.”
The Kodiaq RS features a 2.0-litre TSI engine producing 195 kW (265 PS) and 400 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed DSG transmission and all-wheel drive. The vehicle accelerates from zero to 100 kmph in 6.3 seconds, with a top speed of 231 kmph.
The vehicle is equipped with progressive steering and the latest-generation Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) Plus, which allows drivers to adjust damping characteristics. The Driving Mode Select offers multiple settings, including Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport, Individual, Snow and a dedicated Off-Road mode.
The exterior includes black accents on the grille frame, mirrors, window frames, roof rails, and the D-pillar. The front features a bumper with black elements and a horizontal light strip in the grille. The rear includes a full-width reflector, blacked-out lettering, and stainless-steel exhaust tips. The SUV is fitted with 20-inch Elias alloy wheels and is available in Moon White, Magic Black, Velvet Red and Steel Grey.
Honda Cars India Reports 5,243 Unit Wholesales In June 2026
- By MT Bureau
- July 01, 2026
Honda Cars India (HCIL), a leading passenger vehicle manufacturer, has announced wholesales of 8,788 units in June 2026.
In the domestic market, the company sold 5,243 units and 3,545 units for export, which marks 71.5 percent YoY, when the company sold 4,618 units domestically and exported 506 units.
Kunal Behl, Vice-President, Marketing & Sales, Honda Cars India, said, "The launch of new City and India Premiere of global SUV Honda ZR-V has generated strong momentum for our overall sales including Amaze and Elevate during June, driven by healthy customer demand and a positive market response. With Monsoon conditions expected to improve during July, we hope to sustain this positive momentum in the months ahead.
“The deliveries of ZR-V are also scheduled to begin from July. It will draw discerning new customers and prospects into Honda showrooms, enhancing our premium brand appeal and unlocking new growth opportunities,” he added.
Renault India Reports 4,063 Unit Wholesales For June 2026
- By MT Bureau
- July 01, 2026
French automotive company Renault India has recorded 4,063 domestic wholesale units in June 2026, a 55 percent YoY increase compared to the previous year. This also marks the 10th consecutive month of double-digit growth for the company.
Interestingly, for H1 CY2026, the company reported sales of 25,844 units, representing 61 percent YoY growth.
During June, Renault India began exports of the Duster, dispatching 750 units to South Africa. The company stated that this performance reflects customer response to its product strategy and demand across its portfolio.
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