The India launch has taken place almost a year after the model was revealed internationally in June 2022.

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC Booking

The German luxury car maker has started booking the SUV segment car. Buyers can book the SUV at Mercedes-Benz India dealerships across the country as well as on the official website by paying a token money of Rs 1.50 lakh. The company says that the car has received 1500 bookings and its delivery will start on August 10.

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC: What’s New

Mercedes GLC second-generation has several significant modifications as compared to the previous generation car. Talking about exteriors, there is a bigger grille decked with a prominent three-pointed star emblem and a single horizontal slat in place of two, graces its front. The redesigned LED headlights are now seamlessly linked to the grille, while the profile maintains similarities with its predecessor.

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC: Variants And Prices

Variant                                                  Price (Ex-showroom)

GLC 300                                               Rs 73.5 Lakh

GLC 220D                                            Rs 74.5 Lakh

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC: Exterior Design And Dimensions

The company has made a few changes in the dimensions of the second-generation Mercedes-Benz GLC. Its length has been increased by 60mm to 4716. The wheelbase has been increased by 15mm to 2888mm. The width of the car remains the same at 2,075mm, while the height has been reduced by 4mm to 1640mm. After this change, the car has now become even more spacious. Its boot space has also been increased by 70 liters to 620 liters.

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC: Exterior

The front of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC features a radiator grille that houses a large Mercedes-Benz logo. It gets LED headlamps on either side and a chrome finish under the guards. The rear profile gets LED tail lamps in a three-dimensional look, a powered tailgate, and a chrome finish under the guard. The SUV gets 19-inch 5-spoke alloy wheels. Although the 19-inch alloy wheels are retained, they exhibit a fresh design.

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC: Interior

Inside, the new GLC has a design similar to the new C-Class. The new GLC comes with an 11.9-inch portrait-style touchscreen positioned vertically which incorporates Mercedes’ newest telematics offerings and also provides compatibility with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

It also has a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster.

The dashboard trim is inspired by the Maybach S-Class as it gets a pinstripe pattern. The infotainment and HVAC controls are now integrated into the touchscreen. Other features include an air purifier, 360-degree camera, 64-colour ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof and heated front seats with memory function.

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC Variants

2023 Mercedes-Benz GLC is available in both petrol and diesel variants. The GLC 300 gets a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine that produces 258hp and 400Nm of torque, while the GLC 220d gets a 2.0-litre diesel engine that churns out 197hp and 440Nm of torque. Both engines get a 9-speed automatic gearbox and Mercedes’ 4Matic all-wheel-drive system as standard. Also standard is a 48V mild-hybrid system, and an integrated starter generator that helps the GLC produce an additional 23hp and 200Nm.

Safety features include seven airbags, pre-safe, and ADAS tech that includes blind spot assist, active lane keep assist, attention assist, active brake assist, and active parking assist.

The petrol model accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in 6.2 seconds, while the diesel version accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in eight seconds.

The Adventure Editions get an all-black front grille, black 17-inch alloy wheels with red brake calipers and special ‘Adventure’ badges on the fenders. Both SUVs are offered in the new Ranger Khakhi exterior colour, in addition to Abyss Black, Atlas White and Titan Grey shades.

Hyundai Creta and Alcazar Adventure Edition colours

The Creta Adventure Edition will be offered with 4 Monotone (Abyss Black, Atlas White, Titan Grey & new Ranger Khaki) and 2 Dual Tone color options (Atlas White with Abyss Black & new Ranger Khaki with Abyss Black).

Alcazar Adventure Edition will be offered with 4 Monotone (Abyss Black, Atlas White, Titan Grey & new Ranger Khaki) and 3 Dual Tone color options (Atlas White with Abyss Black, new Ranger Khaki with Abyss Black & Titan Grey with Abyss Black).

Hyundai Creta and Alcazar Adventure Edition: Key Specifications

• The Adventure Editions get an all-black front grille, black 17-inch alloy wheels with red brake calipers and special ‘Adventure’ badges on the fenders.
• The Adventure Editions get an all-black interior with Sage Green inserts on the dashboard, special mats and silver pedals.
• The SUVs also get Sage Green piping and stitching on the seats.
• Both models come equipped with a dashcam.
• The Creta Adventure Edition is available with a 1.5-litre petrol engine that makes 113 BHP and 144 Nm.
• The SX variant is offered with a 6-speed manual, while the SX (O) trim gets a CVT.
• The Alcazar Adventure Edition is available with either a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 158 BHP and 253 Nm or a 1.5-litre diesel that puts out 114 BHP and 250 Nm.
• While a 6-speed manual gearbox is standard, the petrol version is available with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic, while the diesel gets a 6-speed automatic option.

The Punch iCNG is available in three trims – Pure, Adventure and Accomplished – with the latter two also getting the optional packages as is offered with the regular Punch. It will have twin-cylinder CNG tech borrowed from the Altroz CNG.

The Punch CNG sees no exterior design changes, apart from the addition of the ‘iCNG’ badge on the tailgate, like on the other Tata CNG models.

Tata Punch CNG powertrain

The Punch CNG will be powered by a 1.2-litre three-cylinder, NA petrol engine coupled with a factory-fitted CNG kit. The motor, in the CNG mode, is tuned to produce 76bhp and 97Nm of torque while being paired to a five-speed manual gearbox.

Like other models in the carmaker’s CNG line-up, the Punch can also be started directly in CNG mode, a feature is not offered by Maruti or Hyundai.

These two cylinders are tucked under the boot floor, thus, liberating more storage space for the boot.

Tata Punch CNG Features, Interior

The Punch in CNG guise will come loaded with six airbags, projector headlamps, 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, seven-inch infotainment system, automatic climate control, voice-activated electric sunroof,  rain sensing wipers, 7.0-inch touchscreen and digital driver’s display, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, an engine start/stop button, automatic climate control, automatic projector headlamps, and a height-adjustable driver’s seat.

Tata Punch CNG Price list

It also gets additional updates such as the voice-enabled single-pane sunroof, a USB type-C charging port, and front armrests.

Tata Punch iCNG will lock horns with the CNG variants of Hyundai Exter and Maruti Suzuki Swift.

Ebox (EnergyBox) is designed to ensure that users can place the battery in the box and not worry about the charging process. The device is also equipped with the technology to send power back to the home and power appliances, something that Sheru has previously demonstrated at grid scale as well. With time-of-day (ToD) tariffs being rolled out across India, Ebox would help users reduce their electricity bills by powering their homes during higher tariff hours.

“India’s EV journey is markedly different from that of other countries and we need to have tailored solutions to enable this. Our previous technologies such as combining V2G with battery swapping was one such innovation which is being implemented with power utilities. Ebox brings that technology to individual users to safely charge their EV batteries as well as use it to power their homes” said Ankit Mittal, CEO, Sheru.

About Sheru:

Sheru is a leading provider of innovative battery management and energy storage solutions. Their cutting-edge products and services cater to battery manufacturers, financiers, resellers, and distribution companies. Sheru’s expertise in battery management, energy storage, and sustainable mobility is driving the transition towards a cleaner and more efficient future.

The company has been looking for an entry to India, however, the government told the carmaker that there will be no concession given for import taxes. Now, Tesla has expressed an interest in building a factory in India that would produce low-cost electric vehicles (EVs) for the local market and for export, the person said in the Reuters report, adding that the company had indicated that it would be for the new vehicle.

The meeting with the commerce minister would be the highest level discussions between Tesla and the Indian government since June when Elon Musk met India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said he intended to make a significant investment in the country.

The 2 million rupee ($24,000) EV Tesla representatives were said to have described in discussions about a potential Indian plant would be 25 per cent cheaper than its current lowest priced offering, the Model 3 sedan which sells for the equivalent of just over $32,200 in China.

The $24,000 target price for the new Tesla vehicle was reported earlier this month by The Times of India newspaper.

Electric vehicles currently account for less than 2 per cent of total vehicle sales in India, now the world’s third largest auto market.

In May, Tesla executives held talks with Indian officials on establishing a manufacturing base for cars and batteries in India.

The meeting with Union Minister Piyush Goyal is expected to centre around setting up an EV supply chain and discussing land allotment for a factory.

Tesla has aggressively discounted its existing models since the start of the year while Musk has repeatedly said its long-term success will hinge on bringing down the cost of EVs sharply.

Tesla has said its next-generation vehicle platform will slash production costs by 50% and that multiple models – including an automated “robotaxi” – could be built from it, without detailing what those future models will be or their pricing.

A Tesla plant under construction in Mexico will produce vehicles on that lower-cost, high-volume platform, which the company has said it said it will take to other factories as well.

Tesla currently produces EVs in California and Texas. Outside North America, it has plants in Berlin and Shanghai.

The Shanghai plant is Tesla’s largest, accounting for almost 40% of the automaker’s global capacity. Plans to add additional capacity there are pending regulatory approval.

Audi Q8 e-tron Exterior

The Audi Q8 e-tron will feature a blacked-out redesigned grille extending beneath the headlamps. Audi’s new monochrome logo and a downward-projecting light bar at the front. Furthermore, the electric SUV receives a reprofiled front bumper and large air intakes on both sides.

Audi Q8 e-tron battery, powertrain

The most significant update is the 114 kWh battery pack that will take its range upward of 500 kms per charge. The battery powers the duel-motor set up and the model offers 408 hp and 664 Nm of torgue. The Q8 e-tron also comes with Quattro All-Wheel drive system, according to HT Auto.

The Audi Q8 e-Tron can be charged from 10-80% in 29 minutes and 20-80% in under 20 minutes using DC fast charger.

Audi Q8 e-tron will get a 22 kW AC charger, which can juice up the battery from 0-100% in around six hours.  The vehicle boasts impressive acceleration, capable of reaching 0-100 kilometres per hour in just 5.6 seconds (claimed).

Audi Q8 e-tron interior

A 10.1 inch touchscreen infotainment system, an 8.6-inch screen, a digital instrument cluster. Some other key interior features will be a 360-degree camera, a panoramic sunroof and a Bang and Olufsen 16-speaker sound system.

Audi Q8 e-tron features, specifications

The Audi Q8 e-Tron gets ventilated and heated front seats with massage function, Ambient Lighting package plus, Park Assist plus with 360⁰ Camera, 4-zone climate control.

Starya Mobility recently announced raising $2 million (around Rs 16.4 crore) from Ah! Ventures and Exedy Clutch India and others.

The company was incorporated in July 2018 with a vision to make cutting-edge EV technology affordable to all. “Now that’s a good vision to have but then we need to start somewhere. We need to see what exactly is the market or what is the product and How exactly, at least we can start off?!” CEO Ravikumar Jagannath told Benzinga.

Defining The Product

“What we have developed is India’s most powerful truly indigenized, electric propulsion retrofit kit,” Jagannath said. “It’s a kit that has 6-6.5 kilowatt of power at the peak. The scooter can reach a top speed of almost 85 kilometres per hour and has an acceleration of 0 to 40 in 3.6 seconds and gradeability for almost 17 degrees and mileage of at least 75 to 80 kilometres. So, it is one of the best products that there can be.”

“In the highest mode, the blaze mode – as we call it – you can almost get a torque of 185 Newton meters at the wheel. The highest speed that the system can produce on a flat road with a single rider is almost up to 85 kilometres per hour when the battery voltage is about 51 volts. When it is an eco mode on a flat road with a single rider with speeds below 40 kilometres per hour, we have clocked up to 80 kilometres of mileage”, he told Benzinga.

Starya Mobility holds four patents concerned with different aspects of the technology. The company has also developed an app that helps people keep track of important information about their scooters such as ride history, mileage and power etc.

Hurdles They Faced

Even though the idea put forward by Starya Mobility addresses a major problem, it also poses a lot of questions about the possible challenges in terms of regulations and legalities.

“The most important thing is that our kit has been approved by ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India). We are India’s only electric propulsion kit that has been approved by ARAI whose kilowatt rating is about four kilowatts,” Jagannath said.

“Our electric propulsion kit has been designed in such a way that technically it can fit into almost any gearless scooter,” he added saying that barring a few vehicles like the old Bajaj Chetak or the Honda Kinetic, almost all scooters are compatible with the product.”

Now apart from the technical compatibility, there is also a legal compatibility that needs to be figured out. “In other words, ARAI has to approve every model that you want to put on the road today.,” Jagannath adds.

“As of today, the company has Honda Activa approved and every three months from today, the company will be getting another scooter approved by ARAI.”

Jagannath also said that the company plans to have approvals for most scooter models including TVS Jupiter, Honda Dio and Suzuki Access within the next 12 to 15 months.

How To Get You Scooter Converted Into An EV

So, how can a customer get their scooter transitioned into an EV through Starya, what would it cost and how does all of that work? Jagnaath explains the two ways people can get this done currently.

“The first way is that you pay Rs 90,000 and you become the complete owner or for a very limited period, maybe for the first 500,000 customers we also have a plan where we say, give me 40% of the money and buy the battery pack and the charger. The propulsion kit, the Bluetooth logger and the app will be on subscription at one rupee per kilometre for the next 50,000 kilometres.”

This way people will end up paying only for the amount of service they use, just like for electricity or a prepaid mobile phone recharge. Once a customer subscribes to the service, they can recharge their scooter through the app with any amount and then travel for that many kilometres. For example, a Rs 30 recharge will let you travel 30 kilometres.

The Hyundai Exter is the company’s latest offering in the affordable, sub-compact SUV market. It starts at an enticing price tag of Rs. 6 lahks (ex-showroom). So here’s our Hyundai Exter review to tell you everything you need to know about this car.

Here are the features of the new Kawasaki Bikes:

Kawasaki KX65

• Kawasaki KX65 is considered to be the smallest
• It is the most affordable among the new Kawasaki bikes.
• It weighs 60kg and comes powered by a 64-cc, liquid-cooled, two-stroke, single-cylinder carbureted engine.
• The bike’s engine comes paired with a six-speed gearbox
• The Kawasaki KX65 features a 14-inch front wheel and a 12-inch rear wheel.
• It is equipped with 33mm telescopic fork along with mono-shock rear suspension and front and rear brakes.
• The Kawasaki KX65 do not get headlights, tail lights, turn indicators and rear-view mirrors like the conventional road-spec motorcycles.

Kawasaki KX112

• Kawasaki KX112 is said to be designed for the mid-level off-road category.
• The motorcycle is priced at ₹4.87 lakh (ex-showroom).
• Offered in Lime Colour options, the bike features a 112cc, 2-stroke, liquid-cooled, mill featuring Exhaust Power Valves (KIPS).
• The engine comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox.
• For suspension duties, the bike offers adjustable 36mm USD forks. Kawasaki KX112 motorcycle rides on 19-inch front and 16-inch rear wheels.
• Do note that the Kawasaki KX112 and Kawasaki KX65 are not road-legal.
• The Kawasaki KX112 do not get headlights, tail lights, turn indicators and rear-view mirrors like the conventional road-spec motorcycles.
• The company has also launched the KLX 230R S with a price tag of ₹5.21 lakh (ex-showroom).

To recall, Kawasaki had launched the 2023 model of the Kawasaki Ninja 300 motorcycle in the country. It is offered in three colour variants- Lime Green, Candy Lime Green and Metallic Moondust Grey. The motorcycle comes with a liquid cooled, four stroke parallel twin 296cc DOHC engine with eight valves.

The Elon Musk-led company is looking forward to establishing its own supply chain ecosystem in India, while the government has asked the company to evaluate the existing auto components supply chain in the country. Even though the discussions are currently at a nascent stage, there is hope for progress, the sources mentioned in the ET report said.

The company has finally initiated talks with the Indian government regarding an investment proposal to establish a car manufacturing plant in India. As per a report on Firstpost, the proposed factory would have the capability to produce up to 500,000 electric vehicles annually, with prices starting at Rs 20 lakh.

Musk-Modi Meet

When Elon Musk met Indian prime minister Narendra Modi last month, the expectations were sky high. Following the meeting, there was a lot of buzz around the launch of Tesla and Starlink in the country. Of course, Musk can’t afford to overlook a big market like India.

While Tesla executives met with Indian officials also inquired about details of possible incentives and tax breaks to the company and its partners for setting up a manufacturing unit in India.

As per a Financial Express report, Tesla had agreed in principle to the Indian government’s proposal to not just assemble its electric vehicles in India, but also to establish a local vendor base.

Tesla officials have also been meeting with Indian industry executives. At a recent meeting of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), Tesla said it wants to bring its own suppliers to India, while SIAM emphasised the availability of mature and established auto players in the country. However, Tesla maintained its preference for a completely in-house approach, citing the need for specific quality standards.

The dialogue between Tesla and the Indian government indicates a thawing of tensions between the company and the government. The country had previously rejected Tesla’s demand for import duty cuts, leading to the company shelving its plans for an India debut in 2022. However, the recent meeting between Modi and Musk and the government’s proactive approach has reignited expectations for Tesla’s larger plans for India.

Hyundai Exter SUV India Launch Event: Check Latest Updates

Hyundai India will reveal the SUV through an event scheduled for 12 pm on July 10 which will be telecast live via the company’s official YouTube channel @HyundaiIndia.

HERE IS THE LINK TO THE YOUTUBE CHANNEL

Exter SUV will come in six single-tone and three dual-tone color options including Cosmic Blue and Ranger Khaki.

Hyundai Exter SUV bookings are currently open. It can be pre-booked by paying a token amount of Rs 11,000 offline via Hyundai dealerships across the country as well as online via the auto manufacturer’s ‘Click to Buy’ platform.

Hyundai Exter SUV will be offered in 5 trim options: EX, S, SX, SX(O), and SX(O) Connect, equipped with 3 powertrain options 1.2 l Kappa Petrol engine (E20 Fuel Ready) available with 5-speed manual transmission (5MT) and Smart Auto AMT (Automated Manual Transmission) and 1.2 l Bi-fuel Kappa petrol with CNG engine equipped with 5-speed Manual transmission.

As per the teaser, Hyundai Exter will be equipped with an 8-inch HD touchscreen and an advanced digital cluster with 4.2-inch colour TFT MID along with Hyundai Bluelink with an in-built navigation and smartphone connectivity with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

For safety, the SUV will be equipped with ESC (Electronic Stability Control), VSM (Vehicle Stability Management), HAC (Hill Assist Control), 3-Point Seat Belt and seatbelt reminder (all seats), Keyless Entry, ABS with EBD, Rear Parking Sensors, ESS, and Burglar Alarm among other features.

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“The company will introduce its Q8 E-tron with a 114 kWh battery. The company’s current E-tron has been given a 95 kWh battery. The Q8 E-tron will be launched simultaneously across the world including India. The Q8 E-tron will be imported as a Complete Build Unit (CBU). Audi India’s Indian portfolio of electric vehicles includes the E-tron 50, E-tron 55, E-tron Sportback 55, E-tron GT and the RS E-tron GT,” said Audi India chief Balbir Singh Dhillon while talking to a news agency.

DESIGN

The 2023 Q8 E-tron is heavily updated over the current E-tron SUV, which includes cosmetic changes and new hi-tech features. The new teaser shows the front and rear of the car.

The front gets a dual-tone trapezoidal grille, new 2D logo, redesigned front bumper, and updated LED headlamps. LED taillights and bumper have been updated at the rear. The new Q8 E-tron gets ‘AUDI’ badging on the B-pillar, which gives it a premium touch. It also features new alloy wheels.

RANGE AND BATTERY

Internationally, the Audi Q8 E-tron comes with three options: 50, 55, and the top-spec SQ8. The Q8 e-tron 55 variant gets a range of 582 km on a single charge, which is more than the 484 km range of the previous variant. The Sportback has a range of 600 km on a single charge.

It comes with a bigger 95kWh battery pack compared to both variants. The top-spec SQ8 offers a range of 513 KM. An 11 kW charger will be provided with both cars which will fully charge the car in about 9 hours.

PANORAMIC SUNROOF

Both cars can get features like panoramic sunroof, optional 4-zone climate control. It will get dual screen for infotainment system and climate control. Apart from this, the company has recalibrated and fine-tuned the chassis control system to improve the riding handling of the car.

Maruti Suzuki Invicto MPV Price Range

The ex-showroom prices for each variant of the Invicto MPV are different. The Zeta (7 seater) is priced at Rs 24.79 lakh (ex-showroom) whereas the eight-seater Zeta+ model costs Rs 5,000 more. It is priced at Rs 24.84 lakh (ex-showroom). On the other hand, Alpha+ costs Rs 28.42 lakh (ex-showroom).

Maruti Suzuki Invicto MPV Features

The Maruti Suzuki Invicto boasts of luxurious interiors. The vehicle comes with a multi-functional steering wheel, adaptive cruise control, Suzuki Connect and a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support. A host of standard features including a large digital instrument cluster, 360-degree camera, head-up display, anti-lock braking system and six airbags have also been provided for a better experience.

While all three rows occupied with seats are fixed, the Invicto’s 239-litre boot area can be expanded up to nearly 600 litres. The biggest change in the vehicle is the grille with crossbars that somewhat resemble the Grand Vitara’s style. The newly introduced model also has a higher front hood.

Maruti Suzuki Invicto Engine

Maruti has introduced Invicto with a dual powertrain. The engine produces power of 112 kWh at 6000 rpm and peak torque of 188Nm at 4400 rpm. The company claims that the Invicto MPV has a mileage of 23.24 km/litre. The fuel tank capacity of the Maruti Suzuki Invicto is 52 litres.

The Speed 400 is a modern-retro street naked motorcycle that borrows its styling cues from the Speed Twin 900. The Speed 400 features eye-catching dual-tone paint schemes, each adorned with a prominent Triumph tank graphic. With color options like Carnival Red, Caspian Blue, and Phantom Black, riders can select a style that suits their taste.

Bajaj-Triumph Scrambler 400 X, on the other hand, has a similar design as that of Scrambler 900. Both bikes come equipped with a digital instrument cluster, full-LED lighting, and dual-channel ABS.

Bajaj-Triumph Speed 400

• Bajaj-Triumph Speed 400 is powered by a 398cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine called TR-series engine.
• The engine can deliver an output of 40hp at 8,000rpm and 37.5Nm at 6,500rpm
• Engine on Bajaj-Triumph Speed 400 comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox.
• Bajaj-Triumph Speed 400 come with a hybrid spine/perimeter frame built from tubular steel.
• The Speed 400 will feature 17-inch alloy wheels and road-going tyre
• Brakes are slightly different, with the Scrambler sporting a slightly larger 320mm front disc compared to the Speed’s 300mm unit.
• Bajaj-Triumph Speed 400 will be up against the likes of the Royal Enfield Hunter 350, Classic 350, and the Honda CB350RS

Scrambler 400 X

• Scrambler 400 X is powered by a 398cc liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine called TR-series engine, which is Euro 5 compliant.
• In terms of power, the engine can deliver an output of 40hp at 8,000rpm and 37.5Nm at 6,500rpm.
• Engine on both bikes comes paired with a 6-speed gearbox.
• Scrambler 400 X come with a hybrid spine/perimeter frame built from tubular steel.
• The Street Scrambler 400X will use a 19-inch front wheel, a long-travel suspension setup, and perhaps even a different sub-frame.
  The Scrambler sporting a slightly larger 320mm front disc compared to the Speed’s 300mm unit.
• Speed 400 are Ride-by-wire throttle, a Torque-assist clutch, a Switchable traction control system, and a convenient USB-C charging socket.
• The motorcycle is equipped with a steering lock and an anti-theft immobilizer.

How to Book Harley-Davidson X440 Bike?

To book the Harley-Davidson X440, customers will have to pay an upfront amount of ₹5,000. The motorcycle comes with a starting price of ₹2,29,000 (ex-showroom). The delivery of Harley-Davidson X440 will begin later this year in October.

Harley-Davidson X440 bike: Colour variants

• Harley-Davidson X440 is offered in three different trims – Denim, Vivid and S.
• The denim colour of the Harley-Davidson X440 is the entry-level trim coming in a Mustard paint colour with spoked wheels.
• The Vivid Edition is offered in two dual-tone paint schemes – Metallic Thick Red
• Metallic Dark Silver. It is offered with alloy wheels.
• Harley-Davidson X440 S is the premium offering that is offered in a Denim Black color tone with 3D branding and premium finishes.
• It is equipped with diamond-cut alloy wheels, a Gold engine and body parts, and machined engine fins.

Harley-Davidson X440 bike: Features

• The new Harley-Davidson X440’s engine is developed to offer strong torque in the low and mid-range.
• The top-spec version gets diamond cut alloy wheels, connectivity features, gear indicator, vehicle health, navigation, phone connectivity, and more.
• Harley-Davidson X440 has an air-oil cooled engine with a 440 cc capacity
• The bike has redlining at 8,000 RPM, indicating a potential long-stroke engine design based on early visual previews.
• The all-new Harley-Davidson bike has a classic teardrop-shaped fuel tank with iconic badging.
• It is offered in a variety of color schemes including striking matte finishes.
• Harley-Davidson X440 sports design similar to the modern small Roadster infused with classic inspiration, blending timeless elements from earlier Harley-Davidson models.
• It is equipped with advanced LED lighting with premium switchgear.
• Harley-Davidson X440’s seat is a single piece that smoothly transitions into the pillion section.
• The X440 model has a tubular frame construction and comes with twin shock absorbers that can be adjusted for preload.
• The bike has sturdy grab rails on each side and a simple-looking exhaust system.

The automaker said that the Kia Seltos Facelift 2023 will come in the market in three trims: X-Line, GT Line, and Tech Line, providing a variety of ranges of options for customers to select from.

Giving details, Kia India’s Sales and Marketing National Head Hardeep Singh Brar said the new Kia Seltos has the power of automation with the most advanced ADAS 2.0 with as many as 17 features. The new SUV has 15 additional standard safety features.

Kia Seltos Facelift 2023: Check New Features

In the new SUV, there will be three engine options and five transmission options and there will also be three trim lines — X-Line, GT Line and Tech Line. Moreover, the new SUV will come eight colour options.

Interestingly, Kia Seltos 2023 has ADAS 2.0, which is available in Kia’s premium product like the EV6.

Kia Seltos Facelift 2023 comes with a heavily updated cabin and there will be a new touchscreen infotainment for the customers. The HVAC unit in Kia Seltos Facelift 2023 has been refurbished and there will be a new dual-zone climate control system. Kia Seltos Facelift 2023 will come with a panoramic sunroof.

The taillamps of the Kia Seltos facelift will have LED units just like other versions, but these lights have been refurbished and extend towards the centre from both sides, like the front LED DRLs. Even the rear bumper has been tweaked.

Kia Seltos Facelift 2023: Check Price

The automaker said the outgoing Seltos was priced between Rs 10.89 lakh and Rs 19.65 lakh (ex-showroom) and the new Kia Seltos Facelift 2023 is expected to be priced at Rs 11 lakh and go up to Rs 21 lakh (ex-showroom).

Kia Seltos Facelift 2023: Exteriors

The exterior of the Kia Seltos Facelift 2023 is simply mazing with new features including LED headlights and LED daytime running lights (DRLs). The rear of the vehicle has a new set of LED taillights, and even the alloy wheels have been refreshed with 18-inch units.

The new Kia Seltos Facelift 2023 will be at par with its rivals such as Creta in terms of sunroof.

Kia Seltos Facelift 2023: Interiors

The interiors of Kia Seltos Facelift 2023 include a new centre console layout, an updated touchscreen infotainment system, and automatic climate control with dual-zone functionality.

Price Range Of The Car

The anticipated pricing range for the 2023 Kia Seltos facelift is between Rs 11 lakh and Rs 21 lakh (ex-showroom). For reference, the current model is available for between Rs 10.89 lakh and Rs 19.65 lakh (ex-showroom), as per India Today.

Features Of The 2023 Seltos

The 2023 Seltos has new LED headlights and LED daytime running lights. Backward-facing LED taillights have been redesigned. Don’t be surprised to find 18-inch variants at the moment because even the alloy wheels are brand-new.

The upcoming Kia Seltos will get modified bumpers, revamped LED headlights with DRLs, new alloy wheels, altered taillights, and other stylistic changes. Seltos will receive a variety of new improvements on the inside of the facelifted models. A 10.25-inch touchscreen display with linked car technology, a digital instrument cluster, dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), and other features will be available, as per Financial Express.

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India.com will be running a liveblog of the launch. You can also tune into the blog to catch the latest updates as the company launches Harley-Davidson X440

The price hike is meant to offset the residual impact of past input costs, the company said in a statement.

Tata Motors had announced price hikes of 1.2% in January and 0.6% in April, citing increased input costs and regulatory changes, respectively.

The company’s total expenses for the quarter that ended March 31 climbed nearly 30% from a year earlier on an increase in the cost of materials consumed.

Vehicle prices across segments have increased in India after the government mandated automakers to fit them with a device to monitor emissions, sparking an increase in cost.