After a tumultuous 2020, which noticed the world grind to a short halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic, carmakers are prepared to come back out all weapons blazing in 2021. For a potential automotive purchaser, there will likely be no scarcity of selection subsequent 12 months, with a barrage of new sedans, SUVs, hatchbacks, MPVs and efficiency vehicles within the pipeline, together with a battery of EVs (pun supposed). Right here’s a take a look at what 2021 has in retailer for us.
New Maruti Suzuki Celerio
Initially set to reach in 2020, the second-generation Celerio will now be launched in early 2021, changing the present automotive. It’s anticipated to sport a special design altogether, which will likely be extra in sync with Maruti Suzuki’s present design philosophy.
The Celerio will even be new on the within. Its cabin format is about to be completely different, and is anticipated to get the most recent SmartPlay Studio infotainment system with a reasonably large touchscreen.
The second-gen Celerio will likely be primarily based on the ‘Heartect’ platform that additionally underpins the Wagon R, Swift, Baleno, Ignis, Dzire, Ertiga and XL6. With a brand new platform, anticipate the Celerio to develop in measurement. It’ll possible have an extended wheelbase, in addition to a wider, extra spacious inside than the present automotive. Just like the Wagon R, Maruti Suzuki will possible provide the brand new Celerio with two petrol engine choices – a 68hp, 1.0- litre, three-cylinder engine, and a extra highly effective 83hp, 1.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine. Gearbox choices are more likely to embrace a 5-speed guide and an automatic guide transmission (AMT).
COMING: February 2021
ENGINES: 1.0 P, 1.2 P
PRICE: Rs 4.5–6.5 lakh
New Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Since its launch in 2015, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno has confirmed to be a success with premium hatchback patrons in India, and has cemented its place within the checklist of highest-selling vehicles within the nation. Six years on, the present Baleno will likely be succeeded by a new-generation mannequin. Maruti Suzuki is more likely to give attention to retaining the present automotive’s strengths and look to offer a plusher, extra premium really feel inside and outside with the brand new Baleno, which will even be made in India for world markets.
COMING Late-2021
ENGINES 1.2 P
PRICE Rs 6–9.5 lakh
Hyundai i20 N Line
Hyundai will give India its first style of the performance-oriented N model with a spiced-up model of the new-gen i20. The i20 N Line, to not be confused with the full-blown 204hp i20 N, will function plenty of new styling parts impressed by Hyundai’s efficiency arm. Adjustments on the surface are anticipated to incorporate a brand new bumper, a black grille with a ‘chequered flag’ sample and a distinguished N Line badge, a brand new rear bumper, triangular fog-light housings, a chrome double-barrel exhaust and 17-inch dual-tone alloy wheels. On the within, anticipate loads of N badging and pink stitching all through, sport entrance seats, a bespoke steering wheel and steel pedals. The engine beneath the hood of the i20 N Line would be the 120hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol. Together with the 7-speed dual-clutch computerized, Hyundai may additionally take a look at offering a correct 6-speed guide possibility with the N Line. Tweaks to the suspension, accelerator response and exhaust be aware are additionally on the playing cards, which is able to assist differentiate the N Line much more from the common i20 1.0 T-GDi.
COMING Mid-2021
ENGINES 1.0 P
PRICE Rs 11–12 lakh
Additionally see:
New vehicles for 2021: SUVs
New vehicles for 2021: Sedans
New Vehicles for 2021: EVs
BMW to debut all-electric M efficiency mannequin in 2021
