Introduced at a starting price of INR 809,000, the new Nexon SUV from Tata Motors marks a significant upgrade over the old one in terms of vehicle attributes.  

Marking a significant progressive uplift in the compact SUV market, the vehicle comes with a stunning modern SUV design and exciting futuristic features as well as advanced tech enhancements. 

Flaunting a modern and premium design language that radiates sophistication and dynamism, the new Nexon comes fully loaded with a spectrum of cutting-edge features and safety enhancements to offer a unique experience. 

Built on an architecture that is known for safety with advanced materials and high strength steel, the new vehicle is powered by either a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine or a 1.5-litre turbo-diesel engine that produce 118.2 bhp and 108.5 bhp respectively. 

Undergoing a modernisation process to meet the stringent GNCAP 2022 safety protocols, incorporating structural enhancements, the new SUV features six airbags, electronic stability control, three-point rear seatbelts with occupant detection, passenger airbag deactivation switch and ISOFIX Child seats. 

There is a high definition 360-degree, surround-view system, front parking sensors and a blind-view monitor, which allows timely alerts, onboard. 

Equipped with an ‘E-call’ feature that triggers round-the-clock assistance in case of an emergency, the new Nexon could be had with either a six-speed MT/AMT transmission or a seven-speed DCA unit. 

Packing convenience and comfort features such as voice assisted electric sunroof, a sleek 10.25-inch Harman infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, 'connected' vehicle technology with ‘iRA 2.0’ that remote starts engine and AC, the new SUV also comes with ‘B-call’ assistance to address a car breakdown.

Other than the petrol and diesel powertrain, the new Nexon is also available with an electric powertrain. Available with an introductory starting price of INR 147,400, the Nexon.ev is innovative, ‘tech-forward’ and aspirational, according to Tata Motors. It consists of a smart digital lighting system, which makes the car's communication seamless and intuitive.

There are the bi-functional LED DRLs coupled with centre position lamp that provides an unmissable distinct identity to the e-SUV. A very important functionality introduced is the smart charging indicator to display SOC level during charging. 

Greeting the occupants with a welcome signature when unlocked and a goodbye when it is locked, the new electric SUV shared the platform with its petrol and diesel brethren.

Packing an advanced and high voltage electric powertrain, the vehicle offers a cinematic visual experience through its 12.3-inch ultra-High Definition (HD) touchscreen infotainment, the largest in its segment. The experience is further enhanced with top-of-the-line Harman ‘AudioworX’ system and nine high quality JBL speakers. The cinematic infotainment screen is complemented with a large 10.25-inch High Definition fully reconfigurable instrument cluster that offers multi dial view.

Featuring an app store called the Arcade.ev, which allow users to enjoy their favorite video, productivity, navigation or games apps (including OTTs, movies and serials), the e-SUV offers conference call facility that enables to attend conference calls while charging the car. 

There are four-voice assistants which can serve the needs of diverse customers. There is also the ‘ZConnect’ connected car technology that has been upgraded to offer over 60 features, including remote control car functions. 

Presenting a higher drive range of 465 km (MIDC Certified), an increase of 12 km, the Nexon e-SUV presents a digital driving experience through multi-mode regen and multi-drive modes. There are paddle shifters for on-the-go multi-mode regeneration. There is also the smart digital shifter for an effortless drive experience. 

With six airbags as standard, the e-SUV has ESP with i-VBAC that is offered as standard across trim levels.  

The other features of the electric Nexon include ‘SOS Call’ to provide emergency assistance service, electronic parking brake with Auto Hold, 360-degree surround view camera system with blind spot view monitor for spatial awareness and ease of parking, V2V (Vehicle to Vehicle charge) and V2L (Vehicle to Load) communication, which enables to charge another compatible EV as well as to power external gadgets such as electrical camping equipment, power tools and a variety of consumer electronics devices. 

Capable of receiving OTA Updates, the e-SUV is set to contribute to the leadership position Tata Motors has earned in the EV space with an estimated market share of over 70 percent. 

Mumbai-based automotive major Mahindra & Mahindra has announced its wholesales for April 2025 at 84,170 vehicles, a growth of 19 percent, including exports.

The auto major sold a total of 52,330 SUVs in the domestic market, which was 28 percent higher than 41,008 SUVs sold for the same period last year. Commercial vehicle sales in the domestic market came at 22,989 units, which was 4 percent YoY. 

Veejay Nakra, President, Automotive Division, Mahindra & Mahindra, said, “Building on the strong momentum of last year's performance, we began the year on a strong note in April by achieving SUV sales of 52,330 units, a growth of 28 percent and total vehicle sales of 84,170 units, a 19 percent growth over the same month last year. These numbers indicate the strength of our portfolio and customer offerings.”

JSW MG Motor India, a leading passenger vehicles manufacturer, has announced its wholesales for April 2025.

The company reported sales of 5,829 units, which was 23 percent higher over April 2024, when it sold 4,725 vehicles.

Interestingly, the automaker's popular offering, the Windsor EV, has continued to be the top-selling electric passenger vehicle for the seventh month in a row.

JSW MG Motor India's Windsor EV has now gone home to over 20,000 customers.

Maruti Suzuki India, the country’s largest carmaker, has reported its wholesales of 179,791 units in April 2025, marking a 7 percent increase compared to 168,089 units sold in April 2024. The growth was primarily propelled by strong performance in utility vehicles and a sharp rise in export volumes.

Domestic sales, including passenger and light commercial vehicles, remained flat with 142,053 units, as compared to 140,448 units in April 2024. Within this, light commercial vehicles (LCVs) like the Super Carry saw a significant jump of 34.2 percent, with sales rising to 3,349 units from 2,496 units last year.

In the passenger vehicle segment, SUVs such as the Brezza, Ertiga, Grand Vitara and others recorded a 4.4 percent increase, selling 59,022 units compared to 56,553 in the previous year. However, sales for Eeco declined by 5.2 percent, while the mini segment (Alto, S-Presso) saw a sharp 45 percent drop, falling to 6,332 units from 11,519 units. The compact segment, which includes high-volume models like the Baleno and Swift, grew by 8.1 percent, reaching 61,591 units.

Sales to Toyota Kirloskar Motor rose sharply by 79.2 percent, from 5,481 units to 9,827 units, indicating a growing demand for cross-badged products.

The standout performer was the export segment, which surged 26 percent to 27,911 units from 22,160 units in April 2024. This strong export growth helped bolster the company’s overall numbers despite weaknesses in domestic sub-segments.

While some product lines such as the mid-size sedan Ciaz (-63 percent) continue to struggle.

Tata Motors reported total wholesales of 72,753 units for April 2025, reflecting a 6 percent year-on-year decline from 77,521 units in April 2024.

The passenger vehicle (PV) segment, including electric vehicles, accounted for 45,532 units, down 5 percent from 47,983 units in the same month last year. Within this, domestic PV sales dropped 6 percent to 45,199 units, while international business (IB) sales rose significantly to 333 units, up from 100 units. Electric vehicle sales (domestic + IB) declined 16 percent year-on-year to 5,318 units.

Commercial vehicle (CV) sales stood at 27,221 units, marking an 8 percent YoY drop from 29,538 units in April 2024. Domestic CV sales contracted 10 percent to 25,764 units, while CV exports (IB) grew 43 percent to 1,457 units. Key sub-segments like Small Commercial Vehicles (SCV) and pickups saw a steep 23 percent decline.

Despite growth in certain categories like ILMCV trucks and passenger carriers, overall sales momentum was tempered across both PV and CV segments.