Mumbai:
Tata Nexon has been leading the subcompact SUV market, outperforming competitors like Maruti Brezza, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, and Mahindra XUV300.
However, Hyundai, Skoda, and Nissan are gearing up to challenge Tata Nexon’s dominance by launching new models and updating existing ones.
Here are three upcoming SUVs that aim to rival the Tata Nexon.
New-Gen Hyundai Venue
The Hyundai Venue is scheduled for a generational change in early 2025.
While the engine options are expected to remain the same, significant upgrades to the interior and exterior are anticipated.
This new model will be the first to be produced at Hyundai’s Talegaon plant, with an estimated annual production of 1,50,000 units.
The current Hyundai Venue offers three engine choices: a 1.2L petrol (83bhp), a 1.0L turbo petrol (120bhp), and a 1.5L diesel engine (100bhp).
New Skoda Subcompact SUV
Skoda plans to enter the subcompact SUV market with a new model expected to launch in March 2025.
Currently in the testing phase, this model will likely be based on the Volkswagen Group’s MQB AO IN platform, featuring a wheelbase of 2,566mm.
It may come with a 1.0L, 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine (115 bhp and 178 Nm), offering both a 6-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed torque converter automatic.
Additionally, a performance-oriented variant with a 1.5L TSI engine might be available.
Nissan Magnite Facelift
The Nissan Magnite will receive its first mid-life update at the end of this year, featuring minor cosmetic changes and upgrades.
Expected exterior changes include revised front and rear bumpers, new headlamps, taillamps, and newly designed alloy wheels.
To enhance its competitiveness, the updated Magnite might include new features such as an auto-dimming IRVM, ventilated seats, an electric sunroof, and standard six airbags.
The powertrain is expected to remain unchanged.
