Highlights
- 2024 Kia Carnival: Modern design with dual 12.3-inch displays, 3-row seating and Level-2 ADAS.
- 2024 Kia EV9: 561 km range, dual electric motors, 99.8 kWh battery and ultra-fast charging.
- Nissan Magnite Facelift: Refreshed exterior, 72hp engine, advanced safety with Level-2 ADAS.
- BYD eMAX 7: 530 km range, 12.8-inch rotating infotainment screen, premium MPV with ADAS suite.
- Maruti Suzuki Dzire Facelift: Refreshed design, new 1.2-litre engine, segment-first electric sunroof.
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB: Advanced MBUX system, superior customization options, first right-hand drive LWB model.
As October begins, begins the festive season!
It is also one of those times of the year when many people upgrade their prized possessions. Cars fall into this category. This whole festive season is the time most people upgrade their vehicles and carmakers also stay prepared understanding this surge in demand.
Recent months have witnessed numerous launches of new models and variants and October promises more of the same. We expect some highly anticipated cars to finally hit the road this month
Here’s what new to expect in the car industry in October 2024.
Nissan Magnite Facelift
Nissan Magnite facelift in India will be available with price starting at Rs 5.99 lakh (ex-showroom). (Image credit – Nissan)
| Launch Date | October |
| Expected Price | Starting at ₹5.99 lakh (ex-showroom) |
| Variants | Visia, Visia Plus, Acenta, N-Connecta, Tekna, and Tekna Plus |
Key Features
- Design: Refreshed exterior with a larger, wider grille, new faux skid plate, integrated fog lamps, redesigned LED DRLs and updated LED tail lamps.
- Interior: Dual-tone copper and black dashboard, door pads, seat upholstery, new 16-inch alloy wheels and a refreshed profile.
- Performance: Carries over the 72hp, 96Nm, 1.0-litre NA petrol and 100hp, 160Nm engine options with a 5-speed manual gearbox and optional 5-speed AMT or CVT.
- Safety: Level-2 ADAS, 8 airbags, and a 360-degree camera.
- Technology: Remote engine start, Nissan Around View Monitor and advanced technological features.
2024 Kia Carnival
Books for the 2024 Kia Carnival started last month. (Image credit – Kia)
| Launch Date | October 3 |
| Expected Price | ₹63.90 lakh (ex-showroom) |
| Variants | Limousine and Limousine Plus |
Key Features
- Design: The 2024 Kia Carnival sports a modern design with a new and larger tiger nose grille, revised front bumper, vertically stacked LED headlamps with L-shaped DRLs and connected LED tail lamps.
- Seating: It offers a 3-row seating layout with captain seats in the second row.
- Displays: Dual 12.3-inch displays for the driver and infotainment system.
- Sunroofs: Dual sunroofs for added light and ventilation.
- Engine: Powered by a 2.2-litre diesel engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
- Safety: Level-2 ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), 8 airbags and a 360-degree camera.
- Comfort: Ventilated front and second-row seats, 12-speaker Bose audio system and a head-up display.
- Exterior: 18-inch alloy wheels, LED rear combination lamps and shark fin antenna.
Kia EV9
Kia EV9 brand’s flagship electric vehicle (EV). (Image credit – Kia)
| Launch Date | October 3 |
| Expected Price | ₹1.3 crore (ex-showroom) |
| Variants | Single fully-loaded GT-line AWD variant |
| Sales Route | Completely Built Unit (CBU) model |
Key Features –
- Exterior: Modern, robust design with a distinctive boxy silhouette, Features sleek LED headlamps, a ‘Digital Tiger Face’ grille, and ‘Star Map’ LED accents.
- Ground Clearance: 200 mm.
- Wheel Sizes: 20 to 22 inches.
- Battery: 8 kWh battery pack
- Power: Dual electric motors producing 384 hp and 700 Nm of torque
- Range: ARAI-certified range of 561 km on a single full charge
- Charging: 10-80% charge in 24 minutes
- Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds
- Seating: Spacious three-row seating arrangement accommodating up to seven passengers
- Infotainment:3-inch dual-screen layout integrating the infotainment system and driver information
- Additional Features: Heated seats, dual sunroofs, advanced safety features and over-the-air software updates
BYD eMAX 7
eMAX 7 will be a new generation of the BYD e6 MPV with significant updates such as a brand new touchscreen. (Image – BYD)
| Launch Date | October 8 |
| Expected Price | ₹30.00 – ₹32.00 lakh (ex-showroom) |
| Variants | Six-seat and seven-seat configurations |
Key Features
- Design: Premium MPV with the signature BYD face, updated grille and new tail lamps.
- Seating: Three-row seating with a panoramic glass roof.
- Battery and Range:8 kWh battery offering a range of 530 km.
- Performance: 204 bhp and 310 Nm of torque.
- Technology: 12.8-inch rotating infotainment screen, ADAS suite, and other advanced features.
- Interior: Leatherette upholstery, soft-touch dashboard materials, and redesigned centre console with faux wood and aluminium accents.
Maruti Suzuki Dzire
Maruti Suzuki Dzire will enter its 4th generation this year with the upcoming launch. The exact image is not revealed yet.
| Launch Date | Late October – November 4 |
| Expected Price | Starting at ₹7.00 lakh (ex-showroom) |
| Variants | Base, LXi, VXi, VXi+, ZXi, ZXi+, and ZX+ |
Key Features
- Design: Fresh front and rear bumpers, new grille with multiple horizontal slats, LED headlamps with DRLs and fog lights, dual-tone alloy wheels, LED taillights with triangular graphics and shark-fin antenna.
- Interior: Dual-tone black and beige dashboard, new 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control and segment-first electric sunroof.
- Performance: Powered by a new 1.2-litre Z Series petrol engine, delivering improved fuel efficiency and performance.
- Safety: Level-2 ADAS, 8 airbags, blind spot monitor, 360-degree camera and automatic climate control.
- Comfort: Ventilated front seats, rear AC vents, and a spacious cabin with ample legroom and headroom.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class LWB
Caption – E-Class will be available in two variants – E 200 and E 220d. (Image credit – Mercedes-Benz)
| Launch Date | October 9 |
| Expected Price | Starting at around ₹82 lakh (ex-showroom) |
| Variants | E 200 and E 220d. Petrol and diesel engine options |
Key Features
- Design: 6th-generation model with a longer wheelbase, 13mm taller and 14mm longer than its predecessor.
- Interior: Advanced MBUX system, superior safety and digital assistance systems and extensive customization options.
- Performance: Petrol and diesel engine options, with top-of-the-line safety features.
- Unique for India: First right-hand driven market to receive the 6th-gen E-Class LWB.
FAQs
What are the unique features of the 2024 Kia Carnival?
Answer. The 2024 Kia Carnival sports a modern design with a larger tiger nose grille, revised front bumper, vertically stacked LED headlamps, and connected LED tail lamps. It also offers a 3-row seating layout with captain seats, dual 12.3-inch displays, dual sunroofs, a 2.2-litre diesel engine, Level-2 ADAS, and a 12-speaker Bose audio system.
What is the expected battery range and charging time for the 2024 Kia EV9?
Answer. The 2024 Kia EV9 is expected to have a range of 561 km on a single full charge, with the capability to charge from 10-80% in just 24 minutes. It comes with a 99.8 kWh battery pack and dual electric motors producing 384 hp.
What are the key features of the Nissan Magnite Facelift?
Answer. The Nissan Magnite Facelift will feature a refreshed exterior with a larger grille, redesigned LED DRLs, dual-tone copper and black interior, and new 16-inch alloy wheels. It will continue to offer a 72hp 1.0-litre NA petrol engine and will include advanced safety features like Level-2 ADAS and a 360-degree camera.
What makes the BYD eMAX 7 perfect in the electric MPV segment?
Answer. The BYD eMAX 7 boasts a 71.8 kWh battery offering a range of 530 km, a powerful 204 bhp motor, and advanced technology features like a 12.8-inch rotating infotainment screen and ADAS suite. Its luxurious interior includes leatherette upholstery, a panoramic glass roof, and a redesigned center console.
What is new in the 2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire Facelift?
Answer. The 2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire Facelift will feature refreshed front and rear bumpers, LED headlamps with DRLs, dual-tone alloy wheels, and an electric sunroof. The interior will have a new 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system and advanced safety features like Level-2 ADAS, 8 airbags, and a 360-degree camera.
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