Porsche India concluded 2024 on a historic high, surpassing the four-figure sales milestone for the first time with 1,006 units sold—a 10 percent year-on-year growth. This achievement highlights the success of new model launches including the Porsche 911, Panamera and the updated Cayenne introduced in late 2023.

Entering 2025, Porsche India’s line-up is fully renewed with the launch of two Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs): the all-new Macan SUV and the updated Taycan sports saloon, marking a significant leap in its commitment to sustainable luxury mobility.

Commenting at the launch at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, Brand Director Manolito Vujicic commented, “After a strong 2023, we are thrilled to have surpassed expectations in 2024, achieving over a thousand sales for the first time. This milestone reflects the appeal of our refreshed portfolio, our expanding dealer network, and our focus on delivering exceptional customer experiences. With new Porsche Centres in Pune and Hyderabad, and upcoming locations in Indore, Jaipur, and Lucknow, we are poised for continued success in 2025 and beyond.”

The newly launched Macan BEV is offered in three variants namely, Macan (INR 12,162,000), Macan 4S (INR 13,862,000) and the 470 kW (639PS) Macan Turbo (INR 16,862,000). The Taycan line-up expands with the Taycan 4S (INR 18,942,000) and Taycan Turbo (INR 25,262,000) with a two-wheel-drive version offering a best-in-class WLTP range of 678 km—35 percent higher than before—set to debut later.

Porsche’s iconic two-door sports cars including the 911, 718 Cayman and Boxster, saw a 95 percent surge in sales with 156 units sold. SUVs remained the dominant segment with 454 Cayennes and 259 Macans accounting for 71 percent of total volume.

“2025 is a landmark year for Porsche India. With an entirely new model range introduced in just 14 months, including the Macan BEV and updated Taycan revealed today, alongside strategic network expansion, we are confident in sustaining this momentum through 2025 and into 2026,” added Vujicic.

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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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Renault India has released the new Kiger, an updated version of its sub-four-meter SUV at prices starting INR 629,000 with prices going upto INR 1.12 million (ex-showroom).

The SUV is an evolution of the previous model, features over 35 updates. It was developed to align with the ‘rethink performance’ philosophy.

The new Kiger has a refreshed exterior and an updated interior. It now includes a multi-view camera system, rain-sensing wipers and automatic headlamps. The Kiger is also equipped with a 20.32 cm touchscreen and a sound system.

The Kiger is available with two engine options: a 100 PS turbocharged engine and a 72 PS naturally aspirated engine. For safety, the new Kiger offers 21 standard safety features across all versions, including six airbags, ESP and Hill Start Assist.

Venkatram Mamillapalle, MD and CEO, Renault India, said, “We are excited to launch the New Kiger in a segment which is growing fastest and contributes 50% to the SUV sales and 31% to the TIV of the country. Kiger has been a unique product in its segment, and with this latest evolution, we are reaffirming our commitment to making expressive design, intelligent engineering, and real-world performance accessible to Indian customers. This marks a pivotal moment in Renault’s India centric transformation journey renault. rethink.”

Francisco Hidalgo, Vice-President, Sales and Marketing, Renault India, said, “Renault Kiger has shaped expectations in the compact SUV segment with its aesthetic design, modern details, and bold stance combined with the lightweight CMFA+ platform. The New Kiger remains highly agile and responsive, giving customers the confidence of SUV DNA with the ease of everyday driving on city roads and highways- ticking all that is required for perfect performance.” 

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Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has introduced ‘PRO’ Pack in its popular compact SUV the Hyundai Exter at starting price of INR 798,390 (ex-showroom).

The new Pro pack features wheel arch cladding, side sill garnish, all-new Titan Grey Matte colour and a Dashcam to make the SUV more safer.

Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, "At HMIL, we are continuously evolving our product offerings to resonate with the aspirations of today's young and progressive customers. The introduction of PRO Pack in Hyundai EXTER is a step further in this direction, combining bold styling, advanced technology and strong safety to create a truly distinctive value proposition. With its refreshed appeal, the PRO Pack in Hyundai EXTER strengthens our commitment to redefining customer delight and making every drive a PRO experience."

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MOL, Suzuki Motor Corporation and TradeWaltz have announced a new partnership to streamline and decarbonise the automobile trade between India and Africa. The three companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) in Yokohama.

This collaboration aims to address current challenges in the trade by leveraging digital solutions and enhancing efficiency. The companies will focus on identifying problems in the supply chain and developing solutions for smoother transportation. A key part of the initiative is also promoting decarbonisation efforts within the logistics process.

The partnership aligns with the ‘Japan-India Cooperation Initiative for Sustainable Economic Development in Africa,’ launched in February 2025. By combining their individual strengths, MOL, Suzuki and TradeWaltz hope to contribute to the economic development of both India and Africa. The companies stated that this MU is the first step toward building a more robust and interconnected automobile supply chain between these two rapidly growing markets.

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