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Tata launches petrol-powered Harrier and Safari SUVs, prices start at Rs 12.89 lakh

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Tata launches petrol-powered Harrier and Safari SUVs, prices start at Rs 12.89 lakh

While the Tata Harrier petrol will rival the MG Hector, the Tata Safari petrol will take on the Mahindra XUV 7XO, MG Hector Plus and Hyundai Alcazar, among others.

Mahindra XUV 3XO EV launched in India at Rs 13.89 lakh, to rival Tata Nexon.ev

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Mahindra XUV 3XO EV launched in India at Rs 13.89 lakh, to rival Tata Nexon.ev

The Mahindra XUV 3XO EV deliveries will start from February 23.

Mahindra XUV 7XO launched in India at Rs 13.66 lakh, deliveries to start from January 14

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Mahindra XUV 7XO launched in India at Rs 13.66 lakh, deliveries to start from January 14

Positioned as a successor to the XUV700, the new Mahindra XUV 7XO introduces multiple segment-first and industry-first technologies in the ICE SUV space.

Tata Punch facelift launch: Micro SUV's most advanced avatar set to enter the market on January 13

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Tata Punch facelift launch: Micro SUV's most advanced avatar set to enter the market on January 13

The Tata Punch is the fastest SUV in India to cross the sales milestone of 6 lakh units.

Mahindra XUV 7XO launch in India today, here is what to expect from Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar, MG Hector-rival

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Mahindra XUV 7XO launch in India today, here is what to expect from Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar, MG Hector-rival

The new Mahindra XUV 7XO has been teased on multiple occasions, showcasing several fresh bells and whistles it has received.

Bajaj Auto rolls out 25-year Pulsar celebration offer with benefits up to Rs 7,000

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Bajaj Auto rolls out 25-year Pulsar celebration offer with benefits up to Rs 7,000

The Bajaj Pulsar range starts at Rs 85,633 and goes up to Rs 1,92,794 (ex-showroom).

Hyundai Creta vs Tata Nexon: The 561-unit finish that decided India's top SUV in 2025

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Hyundai Creta vs Tata Nexon: The 561-unit finish that decided India's top SUV in 2025

Both Creta and Nexon are available in ICE and EV avatars.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno drives ahead of Fronx to become largest-selling car in December, Tata Nexon impresses again

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Maruti Suzuki Baleno drives ahead of Fronx to become largest-selling car in December, Tata Nexon impresses again

Among the top-sellers in December, there were five SUVs, three hatchbacks, one sedan and one MPV.

Kylaq drives Skoda's record India sales as one model reshapes volumes in 25th year

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Kylaq drives Skoda's record India sales as one model reshapes volumes in 25th year

Skoda sold over 45,000 units of the Kylaq compact SUV in India in CY25.

New Kia Seltos launched in India at Rs 10.99 lakh, will rival Tata Sierra, Hyundai Creta

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New Kia Seltos launched in India at Rs 10.99 lakh, will rival Tata Sierra, Hyundai Creta

The Kia Seltos is one of the largest-selling mid-size SUVs in India. In its new avatar, it will rival the Tata Sierra and the Hyundai Creta, among others.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno tops December, Dzire is 2025's best-selling car

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Maruti Suzuki Baleno tops December, Dzire is 2025's best-selling car

Maruti Suzuki sold 22,108 units of the Baleno in December and around 2,14,000 units of the Dzire in CY25.

Car sales stay in fast lane in December as GST 2.0 continues to support demand

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Car sales stay in fast lane in December as GST 2.0 continues to support demand

The PV wholesales rose in December, extending the GST 2.0-led demand momentum seen in October and November.

Maruti Suzuki tops car sales in 2025 as Mahindra, Tata move ahead of Hyundai

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Maruti Suzuki tops car sales in 2025 as Mahindra, Tata move ahead of Hyundai

Mahindra delivered its best-ever annual performance in CY25, surpassing both Tata and Hyundai in domestic PV retail sales.

Tarun Garg takes charge as first Indian MD & CEO of Hyundai Motor India

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Tarun Garg takes charge as first Indian MD & CEO of Hyundai Motor India

Garg has assumed the MD and CEO role at a time when Mahindra and Tata have moved ahead of Hyundai in the domestic PV volumes.

PM E-DRIVE incentives for L5 electric three-wheelers end after targets are met

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PM E-DRIVE incentives for L5 electric three-wheelers end after targets are met

Under the PM E-DRIVE scheme, the L5 electric three-wheeler segment was supported for a maximum of 2,88,809 units, with a dedicated outlay of Rs 857 crore.

Hyundai to increase car prices from January 1

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Hyundai to increase car prices from January 1

The weighted average price hike of Hyundai cars will be around 0.6%.

Hyundai Creta crosses 2 lakh annual sales mark in 2025, averages 550 units a day

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Hyundai Creta crosses 2 lakh annual sales mark in 2025, averages 550 units a day

The Hyundai Creta rivals the likes of the Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Mahindra Thar Roxx, Tata Curvv, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun and MG Astor.

Top car launches of 2025: From Tata Sierra to Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Hyundai Venue, Kia Carens Clavis, Volkswagen Golf GTI

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Top car launches of 2025: From Tata Sierra to Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Hyundai Venue, Kia Carens Clavis, Volkswagen Golf GTI

The Indian car market saw a mix of high-volume SUVs, updated workhorses and limited-run performance models make their debut during calendar year 2025.

2 European SUVs have Rs 3 lakh year-end benefits, both rival Tata Sierra, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos

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2 European SUVs have Rs 3 lakh year-end benefits, both rival Tata Sierra, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos

Both SUVs belong to the Volkswagen Group.

10 largest-selling cars in India in 2025: Dzire at top but SUVs rule overall as Creta, Nexon, Scorpio shine

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10 largest-selling cars in India in 2025: Dzire at top but SUVs rule overall as Creta, Nexon, Scorpio shine

While the Maruti Suzuki Dzire is at the top, it is the only sedan among the 10 best-selling Passenger Vehicles in India in CY25 (January to November).

Creta, Seltos, Grand Vitara, Elevate, Kushaq, Taigun have year-end offers up to Rs 3 lakh. Sierra effect?

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Creta, Seltos, Grand Vitara, Elevate, Kushaq, Taigun have year-end offers up to Rs 3 lakh. Sierra effect?

Major mid-size SUVs including Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and Skoda Kushaq attract year-end discounts of up to Rs 3 lakh ahead of 2026 despatches.

2026 Kia Seltos HTE: Looking to buy the SUV's base variant? Here is what it offers over Tata Sierra

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2026 Kia Seltos HTE: Looking to buy the SUV's base variant? Here is what it offers over Tata Sierra

The Kia Seltos 2026 and the Tata Sierra are direct rivals based in the mid-size SUV segment.

Tata Sierra EV to arrive in India in 2026; new Punch EV launch timeline also revealed

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Tata Sierra EV to arrive in India in 2026; new Punch EV launch timeline also revealed

Tata currently offers electric models like the Tiago.ev, Tigor.ev, Punch.ev, Nexon.ev, Curvv.ev and Harrier.ev.

Kia Seltos 2026 review, first drive: From steady performer to a more complete package

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Kia Seltos 2026 review, first drive: From steady performer to a more complete package

Instead of trying to reinvent a winning formula, the Kia Seltos 2026 has enhanced the offerings in meaningful ways.

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