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In the next 2-3 years, the Indian auto industry will witness the launch of at least five new compact SUV models by Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors
The compact SUV segment is growing by multiple folds in the Indian market as more and more auto brands are foraying in this section with their new range of models. Now, We have learnt that two of the country’s biggest auto companies, Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors, will introduce several new compact SUVs in the domestic market. In this piece, we will talk about the upcoming Maruti and Tata compact SUVs in detail.
1. Tata Scarlet
Tata Motors is reportedly working on an all-new compact SUV which has been internally codenamed as the Scarlet. It will be Tata’s second compact SUV after the Nexon while flaunting a Sierra-like boxy design. Tata Scarlet will be underpinning a monocoque chassis while introduced in both ICE and EV versions. The engine options are likely to be shared with the Nexon while the all-electric model could come with dual-motor setup with AWD tech.
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2. Maruti Y43
The country’s biggest auto brand is readying an all-new SUV to rival the likes of Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter in the domestic market. To be positioned below the Fronx in Maruti’s portfolio, it could be sold via the NEXA range of dealerships. It is also being rumoured that the Maruti Y43 will be the spiritual successor to the Ignis. The Y43 will be offered with the tried-and-trusted 1.2L 3-cylinder petrol engine as standard. There could be hybrid variants as well but nothing confirmed yet.
3. Maruti Fronx Hybrid
The 2026 Fronx facelift will debut Maruti’s self-developed strong hybrid system in the Indian market. The series hybrid system will comprise of the 1.2L 3-cylinder Z12E petrol engine and electric motor while claimed to return a flabbergasting mileage of 35+ kmpl. The styling and features will be carried over from the current model, except for the’ hybrid’ badging. The higher variants might get ADAS tech as the test mules were recently spotted with sensors, radars and cameras at the front.
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4. Tata Punch Facelift
The 2025 Punch facelift finally has a launch timeline. It has been confirmed that the new Tata Punch will go on sale in Oct 2025 in the Indian market. It will boast of several visual updates, inspired by the ongoing Punch EV. The cabin will also feature several new elements such as the 2-spoke steering wheel, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and all-digital instrument cluster. However, the mechanicals are likely to be untouched with the same naturally-aspirated 1.2L petrol engine at the helm of affairs.
5. New-Gen Tata Nexon
The new-gen Tata Nexon will be launched by the end of 2026 or early 2027 in the Indian market. Codenamed as Garud, it will sit on a heavily reworked version of the X1 architecture, which underpins the present model. It is expected to receive a radical cosmetic makeover while the cabin is also likely to get a complete overhaul. Mechanically, the new-gen Nexon will continue to carry the existing set of petrol and diesel engines. The CNG variants will also be continued with the same setup.
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