Skoda Auto India is making waves at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 in New Delhi, held from January 17 to 22. With an impressive showcase of eight models, Skoda’s pavilion in Hall 3-01 at Bharat Mandapam exemplifies its century-old global legacy of innovation, performance and its steadfast commitment to sustainable mobility.

The Skoda Kylaq, the brand’s first-ever sub-4-metre SUV designed specifically for India, is a highlight of the expo. The Kylaq in Olive Gold seamlessly combines contemporary design with cutting-edge engineering. Powered by a reliable 1.0 TSI engine with options for a six-speed manual or automatic transmission, it is available in four variants and seven colours. Its robust safety features, earning it a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, underscore Skoda’s emphasis on passenger protection.

Skoda’s all-new Kodiaq stands as a testament to luxury and versatility. This seven-seater 4x4 SUV combines spacious interiors with refined driving dynamics and off-road capabilities, making it an ideal choice for those seeking comfort and adventure in one package. Equally impressive is the fourth-generation Skoda Superb, a sedan that redefines elegance and sophistication. With its premium features and spacious interiors, the Superb continues to set benchmarks in the executive sedan category.

The facelifted Skoda Octavia vRS, a performance icon, returns to the spotlight with its thrilling agility and dynamic driving experience. Renowned for its speed and precision, it remains a favourite among enthusiasts. Adding to Skoda’s innovative line-up is the Elroq, an entry-level global EV that balances sleek design, practicality and environmental consciousness, positioning itself as a promising addition to Europe’s EV market.

Skoda’s Vision 7S, a futuristic concept car, offers a glimpse into the future of mobility. This vehicle embodies Skoda’s Modern Solid design language and showcases sustainability and advanced technology. It represents the brand’s commitment to driving electric mobility forward with intuitive and eco-friendly innovations.

The Skoda pavilion at the expo is designed to engage visitors through four unique zones. The Safety Zone highlights Skoda’s dedication to passenger protection, a core pillar of its engineering philosophy. The Power Zone celebrates the brand’s racing heritage with simulators and soundscapes, while the Sustainability Zone underscores Skoda’s eco-friendly initiatives and evolving product line-up. Finally, the Luxury Zone showcases Skoda’s craftsmanship, offering a blend of style and superior comfort.

An accessorised version of the Kylaq is also on display, featuring over 30 bespoke additions. From UV-protect sun blinds to premium 7D spill-proof mats, this version sets a new standard for personalisation, catering to the unique preferences of Indian consumers.

As Skoda Auto celebrates 130 years globally and 25 years in India, the brand reinforces its dedication to combining European engineering excellence with the evolving needs of the Indian market. By integrating innovation and sustainability, Škoda continues to pave the way for a greener and more dynamic future in mobility.

Speaking on the company’s participation, Brand Director Petr Janeba said, “The Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 is a remarkable opportunity for us to demonstrate our evolving global and Indian portfolio of ICE and EV vehicles. India is the second leg we stand on globally outside Europe and is a key market for us. From the all-new Kylaq to our insight into the future with the Vision 7S, all our models showcased at Bharat Mobility Expo focus on delivering innovation along with European design and performance for the ever-important Indian market. The technology and design from these products are going to be the key to our further expansion in India and our endeavour to attract newer customers in the Škoda Auto India family.”

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Kia India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has introduced the Model Year 2026 (MY26) edition of the Kia Sonet, increasing the availability of automatic transmissions across its diesel and turbo petrol variants.

The update introduces the 1.5-litre Diesel 6-speed Automatic and the 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol 7-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (7DCT) in lower trim levels, with prices starting from INR 977,900 and INR 989,900, respectively. This move makes the Sonet the first SUV in its segment to offer both automatic technologies at a price point below INR 1 million.

The diesel automatic option has been expanded to the HTE(O), HTK(O), HTK+ and HTK+(O) variants. The turbo petrol 7DCT is now available in HTK(O) and HTK+(O) trims. These additions are intended to address the increasing demand for automatic vehicles in urban traffic conditions. The Sonet portfolio now includes five powertrain options, 70 connected car features and 10 Level 1 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).

Standard safety equipment across the Sonet range includes 15 features. The vehicle recently reached a sales milestone of 5 lakh units in the Indian market since its launch in 2020. Alongside the mechanical updates, Kia has added a new exterior colour option, Magma Red, to the palette. The model continues to feature a cabin equipped with a range of technologies designed for the compact SUV segment.

Atul Sood, Senior Vice-President, Sales & Marketing, Kia India, said, “We have been closely listening to evolving customer needs, particularly the growing preference for the convenience of automatic driving in everyday conditions. With the model year 2026 update, we are expanding our automatic line-up with Diesel Automatic and Turbo Petrol 7DCT options at highly competitive price points, enabling more customers to experience the ease of automatic mobility while further strengthening Sonet’s leadership in the segment.”

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Maruti Suzuki India, the country’s largest passenger vehicle manufacturer, has announced that its Dzire sedan has crossed the 3 million sales milestone. The vehicle was the highest-selling car in India during the 2025 calendar year.

First introduced in 2008, the Dzire has evolved through four generations, transitioning from its initial launch to its current iteration. The fourth-generation model is equipped with a Z-Series engine and features an electric sunroof, a 360-degree camera, and a 22.86 cm infotainment system with wireless connectivity. Safety specifications include six airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill Hold Assist, and ISOFIX child seat anchorages. The vehicle has received 5-star safety ratings from both Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP.

According to the company, first-time buyers represent approximately 50 percent of the customer base for the current model. Over its history, the Dzire has introduced various technologies to the segment, including automatic transmissions, climate control and LED projector headlamps. The current version integrates smartwatch connectivity and remote vehicle monitoring through Suzuki Connect.

Partho Banerjee, Senior Executive Officer, Marketing & Sales, Maruti Suzuki India, said, “I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude towards all 3 million Dzire customers on this incredible milestone. The fourth-generation Dzire has well and truly reignited the sedan segment with its refined and sophisticated appeal, ensuring it finds strong preference among young first-time buyers, this demographic in fact represents nearly 50% of customers. A wide range of comfort and convenience features alongside 5-star safety ratings ensure the Dzire caters to every preference of today’s evolving customers.”

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Lamborghini India is witnessing a strong demand for its super cars from all regions of India – North, South, East and West. It is seeing new customers arrive with an ability to increasingly embrace the Italian brand’s Ad Personam personalisation programme, which helps create highly individual, statement-making configurations. The trend is exemplified through some of the recent Lamborghini Revuelto deliveries across the country, each uniquely specified and reflective of the customer’s personal style, performance preferences and ownership journey. 

North India: A Record -Spec for Revuelto in Azzurro Thetys 
The North India delivery features a Lamborghini Revuelto finished in Azzurro Thetys, an exclusive Ad Personam palette colour. The exterior is defined by upper and lower carbon fibre packages, carbon -fibre roof and A -pillars, and matt -black detailing, creating a refined yet performance -focused presence. Inside, the Classica Ad Personam interior is finished in Blu Delphinus with Bianco Polar accents, complemented by inverted stitching, embroidered Lamborghini shields, carbon - fibre interior elements, a carbon-fibre steering wheel with Corsa Tex, ambient RGB lighting and the High Premium Sonus faber audio system.

East India: First Revuelto in the region with high-specs
The first Revuelto delivery in East India is finished in bold Giallo Auge and underlines the growing preference for vibrant, high-impact specifications. The interior is finished in Nero Ade with Giallo Taurus contrast elements, featuring inverted stitching, fully electric and heated comfort seats, carbon -fibre kickplates with a backlit Revuelto logo, ambient lighting, passenger display and the Sonus faber audio system.

West India: The most comprehensive-spec carbon-fibre Revuelto in the country
Lamborghini India has delivered a highly bespoke Revuelto featuring full exterior and interior Ad Personam carbon-fibre packages in Mumbai. The supercar is finished in Verde Metallic and highlighted with Bronzo Oreadi accents, including a livery stripe on the rear diffuser, The 21/22-inch Diamond Cut Altanero forged wheels combo is in bronze. Extensive carbon-fibre detailing, including aerodynamic door fins, makes this car one of the most comprehensively specced Revueltos in the country. The Classica Ad Personam interior features Nero Ade upholstery with Terra Emilia accents, inverted stitching, embroidered Lamborghini shields and a carbon-fibre steering wheel, paired with fully electric and heated comfort seats for a balance of luxury and performance. 

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Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has announced that bookings for the Hyundai Venue have exceeded 100,000 units. To mark this milestone, the company has introduced the HX8 Diesel Automatic (AT) variant, priced at INR 1.36 million.

The new variant is powered by a 1.5L CRDi diesel engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. This addition expands the Venue line-up, providing a diesel torque-on-demand option with an automatic gearbox for the compact SUV segment.

The HX8 variant includes several updates to the vehicle's interior, safety and mechanical systems. Notable mechanical additions include rear disc brakes and an electric parking brake with an auto-hold function.

The technical and convenience suite includes – paddle shifters, drive modes (Eco, Normal, Sport) and traction control modes (Sand, Mud, Snow). The cabin also gets front row ventilated seats, 4-way electric driver seat adjustment and ambient lighting. Over-the-Air (OTA) vehicle updates and Hyundai Bluelink connected car systems.

On the inside, it features a dual-tone leatherette seats featuring Venue branding.

The introduction of the diesel automatic transmission targets customers seeking fuel efficiency combined with the convenience of an automated gear shift. The Venue competes in the compact SUV category, supported by Hyundai’s existing sales and service network across India.

Tarun Garg, Managing Director & CEO, Hyundai Motor India, said, “We are delighted that the new Hyundai Venue has crossed 100,000 bookings, reaffirming the strong trust Indian customers place in our brand. This milestone reflects the growing aspiration for smart, connected and feature-rich mobility solutions that enhance everyday driving. The introduction of the new HX8 Diesel Automatic variant further strengthens the Venue lineup, offering customers the perfect blend of diesel efficiency, torque-rich performance and effortless convenience. It underscores our commitment to providing meaningful choices backed by advanced technology and superior value. At Hyundai, we remain focused on delivering future-ready products that resonate with evolving customer expectations and drive the next phase of mobility in India.”

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