The SUV craze is increasing in India. The popularity of SUVs is also increasing around the world. Car manufacturers are introducing new models to attract customers.
The compact SUV segment in India is doing well and now manufacturers are experimenting with 7-seater SUVs.
Many 7-seater or three-row SUVs are going to be launched in India this year and next year. Here is the list of all those SUVs:
Hyundai Alcazar Facelift
First on the list is the Alcazar Facelift. Hyundai has officially released pictures and videos of the Alcazar facelift. The SUV will be launched on September 9.
It comes with premium features like ventilated seats, electrically adjustable seats with memory function, a panoramic sunroof, leather latched upholstery, a large touchscreen infotainment system, and more.
The Alcazar will be offered with a 1.5-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine option. Both engines will definitely come with manual and fully automatic transmission options.
Kia Carnival4
Videos and pictures of the Kia Carnival have been doing the rounds on social media for a while now. We know that this premium MPV is coming to India and is expected to launch sometime in October this year.
Like the previous model, Kia is expected to pack the Carnival with premium features and offer it only with a diesel engine.
MG Gloster Facelift
MG’s flagship SUV MG Gloster has been testing in India for a while now and will get significant design changes inspired by the Maxus D90 sold by SAIC abroad. The SUV would be offered with the also same set of single and twin-turbo diesel engine choice.
Kia Carens Facelift
Another Kia model being tested in India is the Carens MPV. The facelifted MPV will receive major feature updates as well as heavily revised front and rear ends, including ADAS.
In terms of the engines, Kia will be continue to offer also the same petrol and diesel choice as the present version. The Kia Carens facelift is likely to be expected to be launched in India in the first quarter of the 2025.
Maruti Grand Vitara 7-seater
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara has been doing well in terms of sales since its launch. Following its success, Maruti is planning to launch a 7-seater version of the SUV in India, which is expected to hit the market sometime in 2025.
Toyota Hyryder 7-seater
Toyota is also planning to announce a 7-seater variant of the Hyryder. The SUV will come with the same engine options as the 5-seater variant.
It remains to be seen whether Toyota will launch its SUV before or after Maruti. The SUV is expected to be launched in 2025.
Toyota Fortuner Mild Hybrid
Toyota recently has launched the best diesel mild hybrid (MHEV) variant of the Fortuner in the region of South African market.
With the Fortuner being a popular model, Toyota is planning to bring this SUV to India as well. The hybrid technology will be paired with the existing 2.8-litre diesel engine.
Volkswagen Tayron 7-Seater
The upcoming Volkswagen Tayron in India has been spotted testing ahead of its international debut.
The SUV will compete with models like the Toyota Fortuner and MG Gloster. The Tayron will be offered as a CKD unit and is expected to launch in 2025.
Tata Safari EV
After the launch of the Curvv.EV, Tata is planning to introduce the Harrier EV, followed by an electric version of the Safari. The Safari EV is expected to launch in the Indian market in the first half of 2025.
Renault Triber 2024
One of the most affordable MUVs in the country, the Triber has not received any major updates since its launch.
Renault is preparing to give the Triber a facelift or generation update. Renault is expected to introduce a turbo petrol engine along with other updates. The new and updated MPV would be launched next year now.
Mahindra XUV e8
Mahindra showcased the XUV e8 concept, an electric version of its current flagship XUV700 SUV, a few years ago. While reports suggested a possible launch by December 2024, it seems like it will be launched in the early or first half of 2025.
Mahindra Scorpio N Facelift
Mahindra could launch an updated version of the Scorpio N next year. The facelift is expected to get minor cosmetic changes and Level 2 ADAS, which is currently missing. It will definitely continue to be powered by the same petrol as well as diesel engine choice.