November 2024 was a perfect month for the Indian car market, as several manufacturers released new vehicles and some facelifts of their existing vehicles. The manufacturers give customers new options every month as the year-end is filled with festivities, and they want to make their customers happy. So, in this article, we shall see the list of cars launched this month and discuss their prices, features, and important aspects necessary for car ownership.
Following are the cars that were launched in the Indian market in November 2024:Â
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Skoda KylaqÂ
This is a new vehicle launched by the German car manufacturer. It has robust build quality, great features, and bold looks that can lure customers. The car has been introduced in a competitive segment with cars like Hyundai Venue, Maruti Brezza, Tata Nexon, and Kia Sonet.
The car has been priced from Rs. 9.21 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai) and goes up to Rs. 10.59 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai). It is powered by a 1.0-litre TSI Petrol engine, producing 114 BHP and 178 Nm of torque. It has two transmission options: a six-speed manual and a six-speed automatic. It runs on 18-inch tyres, ensuring good ride quality. When observed closely, the car resembles the Skoda Kushaq.
Inside is an electric seat adjustment for both the driver and the co-passenger. The top model also has dual 8.0-inch digital displays and a sunroof. In terms of safety, all car variants will get ABS with EBD and a stability program, along with six airbags. Bookings will open in December 2024, and deliveries are expected to start soon after.
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Maruti Suzuki Dzire
One of the carmaker’s most famous vehicles has been launched in a new avatar. Dzire has been in the market since 2008 and has become a popular choice for private and taxi operators. The car now boasts safety features along with practicality and efficiency.
The vehicle was launched at the beginning of November 2024 and has become the talking point among car enthusiasts. It is priced at Rs. 8.01 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai) and up to Rs. 12.10 lakh (ex-showroom Mumbai). The car comes in 9 variants and is available with petrol or petrol and CNG. Customers can opt for manual or automatic transmissions.
The best thing about this vehicle is that it is the first car from Maruti Suzuki to obtain a 5-star safety rating from GNCAP. This just increases the possibility of the car diminishing its competition. The car is already known for its mileage and reliability, and now it is offered with a 5-star safety rating, making it a complete package.
The vehicle is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine, which is common for both petrol and CNG versions. It produces 80 BHP and 111.7 NM of torque, but these figures are reduced in CNG. The manufacturer has filled this vehicle with features, which is a significant step up from the last update. On the outside, it gets LED headlamps, LED DRLs, a 360-degree camera, blind spot monitoring, and LED tail lights. The vehicle also comes with a 9-inch infotainment display, which has a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS). Bookings and deliveries have already begun for this car.
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Mahindra BE 6eÂ
The Indian car manufacturer has launched two new electric vehicles (EVs) in the Indian car market, both futuristic. The first vehicle is the Mahindra BE 6e, priced ex-showroom at Rs. 18.90 lakh.
The vehicle is offered in only one variant. It has two battery options: 59 and 79 kWh paired to a single electric motor. They have automatic transmission and a claimed driving range of more than 500 kilometres. It has a 175kW charger can recharge your battery from 20 to 80% in merely 20 minutes.
The car has C-shaped LED DRLs, dual-tone alloy wheels, and a sloping roofline. It also comes with a full-length LED light bar on the tailgate. It is offered in four colours: Firestorm Orange, Desert Myst, Everest White, and Tango Red. Further, the power generated will be 281 BHP and 280 NM of torque. In the interior, the vehicle has an illuminated BE logo with touch controls. A similar control was seen in Tata Curvv. The dashboard has a two-screen display with AC vents in the centre. In addition, it features a strap-like door grab handle on the inside, thus adding a very quirky touch to the interior. Other features include a wireless mobile charging pad, drive modes, panoramic sunroof, and a 16-speaker Harman Kardon music system.
The car has essential safety features, such as seven airbags, ABS with EBD, ESP, auto-park assist, and a 360-degree parking camera.
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Mahindra XEV 9e
This is the second vehicle launched by the Indian car manufacturer Mahindra. It is priced at Rs. 21.90 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). This vehicle comes in one variant, and more variants may be available.
It is offered with a 59 kWh battery pack that provides more than 500 kilometres of range when fully charged. The vehicle boasts a very muscular coupe-SUV design, which offers a fabulous road presence. It gets vertical LED DRLs outside; the wheels may be 19 or 20 inches. The car also features heavy flared wheel arches, which enhance its look. Further, it comes with connected tail lamps at the rear.
The interior features a three-screen setup: one in front of the driver, one in front of the co-passenger, and another in the centre. A notable feature is that you can also attend meetings from the camera inside the car. Other features include a panoramic sunroof, Level 2 ADAS, two type-C charging ports, wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto, and a Harman Kardon-sourced 16-speaker music system.
Safety features are also available, including ABS with EBD, traction control, EPB, a 360-degree parking camera, and seven airbags. The car will be offered with over-the-air updates (OTA), ensuring that users receive all the latest updates seamlessly.
In conclusion, November was a great month for the automotive sector as it showcased a variety of new launches catering to diverse customer needs. The cars were launched in competitive segments but with competitive pricing. So, these ought to confuse the consumers, but at the same time, they will offer some great choices to choose from. This, in return, is a boon for the market as the festive season continues.