2021 goes to start out off busy for the automotive sector with a slew of launches and unveils confirmed for January, and even more expected. Here’s a run through of all the cars to observe out for next month:
New Audi A4
Expected prices: Rs 40 lakh onwards
Rivals: BMW 3 Series, Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Jaguar XE and Volvo S60
The latest generation of the Audi A4 is thanks to return to India with sportier looks, a replacement turbo-petrol engine and updated tech inside the cabin. it’s scheduled to launch on January 5 and can once more become Audi’s entry-level sedan offering in India. Bookings have already been open for a deposit of Rs 2 lakh and therefore the carmaker is additionally including a 4-year comprehensive package for those that pre-order.
Tata Altroz Turbo
Expected prices: Rs 8 lakh onwards
Rivals: Hyundai i20 Turbo, Volkswagen Polo TSI
Tata will finally launch the choice of a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine for the Altroz on January 13. The premium hatchback’s new engine option are going to be its most powerful one yet, with an expected output of 110PS. it might be the primary automatic option for the Altroz because the turbo-petrol unit will likely get the selection of a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic drive . The new engine option is predicted to charge a premium of around Rs 1 lakh over the present petrol variants.
Toyota Fortuner Facelift
Expected prices: Rs 29 lakh onwards
Rivals: Ford Endeavour, MG Gloster
The facelifted Toyota Fortuner will finally be launched in India in 2021 on Epiphany . The 2021 Fortuner is predicted to urge the sportier Legender variant also , which features Lexus-like sporty styling. The regular variants of the updated SUV sports mild cosmetic updates to the front fascia along side a couple of additional features.
MG Hector Facelift & Hector Plus 7-Seater
Expected prices: Rs 12.99 lakh onwards
Rivals: Tata Harrier, Jeep Compass, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos/ Mahindra XUV500 (Hector Plus)
The MG Hector has been within the marketplace for but 2 years and therefore the carmaker is already giving it a light facelift. it’ll likely be launched alongside the 7-seater version of the Hector Plus which is predicted to be cheaper than the present 6-seater version that gives captain seats within the middle row.
BMW 3 Series Gran Limo
Expected prices: Rs 50 lakh onwards
Rivals: Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Jaguar XE, Audi A4
The latest generation of the BMW 3 Series was launched in India in 2019. Its long wheelbase version is scheduled to launch here on January 21 because the Gran Limousine variant. the three Series GL offers extra legroom for rear passengers because of the longer wheelbase, while the feature set and engine options are expected to be an equivalent because the regular sedan.