The new Swift is expected to be offered in five trims – LXI, VXI, VXI (O), ZXI, and ZXI+.

Maruti Suzuki is all set to launch the next-gen Swift in India soon. Over the last few days, the car has been spotted at multiple stockyards across India.  The latest images reveal the mid-spec variant of the Swift.

According to reports, the new Swift will be offered in five trims – LXI, VXI, VXI (O), ZXI, and ZXI+. The car seen in these images appears to be the VXI variant. 

The Swift VXI gets projector headlamps with L-shaped LED DRLs and LED taillights. It has blacked-out A, B, and C-pillars, while the mirrors and door handles are finished in body colour. This variant gets electrically adjustable ORVMs with integrated turn signals but misses out on a rear wiper.

Inside, the mid-spec VXI and VXI (O) trims are likely to get features like a 7-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, steering-mounted control, and a height-adjustable driver seat. The VXI (O) will get additional features like telematics, keyless entry with engine start/stop button, and power-folding ORVMs.

The 2024 Swift will be offered with a 1.2-litre 3-cylinder mild-hybrid petrol engine that produces 80 BHP @ 5,700 rpm and 112 Nm @ 4,300 rpm. The engine is expected to be paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox and an AMT.

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The Thar 5-door will be offered with the same engine options as the 3-door version.

Having launched the XUV 3XO, Mahindra is now gearing up for the next big launch scheduled for August 15 – the Thar 5-door.

The Thar 5-door will be positioned as a more practical alternative to the 3-door version. To achieve this, Mahindra has extended the wheelbase and added a pair of doors. The latest spy images provide a better idea of the rear seat legroom in the Thar 5-door. As you can see, there is enough space between the front and rear seats for a large jerry can.

The other image shows the boot space. The Thar 5-door has quite a spacious boot with a flat floor. It appears to have enough space for a few large suitcases. The wheel arches do take up some space though.

Being a family SUV, the Thar 5-door will be equipped with several comfort and convenience features. The SUV is expected to get electrically adjustable and ventilated front seats, automatic climate control with rear AC vents, reading lamps for rear passengers, a 10.25-inch touchscreen paired with a 9-speaker Harman-Kardon audio system, a digital instrument cluster and an auto-dimming IRVM.

The Thar 5-door will be offered with the same engine options as the 3-door version. These include a 2.2-litre diesel producing 130 BHP and 300 Nm and a 2.0-litre petrol that makes 150 BHP and 300-320 Nm. Both engines are likely to be offered with 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmissions.

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The Kawasaki KLX 230 S is expected to rival the Hero XPulse 200 4V.

Kawasaki seems to be working on the KLX 230 S dual-sport bike for the Indian market. It is expected to be locally manufactured alongside the Versys-X 300.

The KLX 230 S is currently sold in several overseas markets. Kawasaki has made a few modifications to the Indian version though. The test bike is equipped with a saree guard and a front number plate, which is required by law. This also means that the bike will be road-legal.

The KLX 230 S is based on a steel perimeter frame suspended by a long travel fork at the front and a mono-shock at the rear. The bike rides on 21-inch and 18-inch wire-spoke wheels at the front and rear, respectively. It offers a ground clearance of 210 mm and the seat height is 830 mm.

The KLX 230 S is powered by a 233cc single-cylinder air-cooled engine. On the non-road-legal version, this unit puts out 19 BHP @ 8,000 rpm and 20.6 Nm @ 6,000 rpm.

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The Bajaj Pulsar NS400 will be officially revealed on May 3, 2024.

The first images of the Bajaj Pulsar NS400 have leaked online. The latest images reveal some interesting details of what is said to be the “Biggest Pulsar Ever”.

The images seem to have been captured in Bajaj’s own yard inside the factory. Fresh off the assembly line, the Pulsar NS400s featured in these images have been wrapped in bubble wrap, ready to be transported to dealerships across India.

The images reveal an aggressive design with lightning bolt-style LED DRLs and a single projector headlamp. Tucked behind the headlamp cowl is a digital instrument console and an almost flat handlebar. The bike is also equipped with a USD fork finished in gold.

The Pulsar NS400 is expected to use the same 373.3cc single-cylinder engine that powers the Dominar 400 and KTM RC 390, making it the biggest Pulsar ever. It will be paired with a 6-speed gearbox via a slip-and-assist clutch.

The Bajaj Pulsar NS400 will be officially revealed on May 3, 2024.

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Production of the upcoming Kia EV2 is expected to begin sometime in 2025.

As per reports, Kia is preparing to introduce several low-cost EVs in its global lineup. Kia recently unveiled the EV3, EV4 and EV5, now the carmaker is said to be working on a much smaller & affordable EV in the form of the 'EV2'.

The upcoming Kia EV2, as the name suggests, will be positioned as the brand's most affordable electric vehicle, with an estimated starting price of $14,500. Now, ahead of its unveiling, the Kia EV2 has been spied testing for the first time.

As seen from the spy video, the EV2 will feature a crossover body style. It will carry forward the brand's boxy design language seen on other models such as the EV3, EV5 and even the flagship EV9. The EV2 is also said to feature Kia's new 'Tiger Face' grille.

Production of the upcoming Kia EV2 is expected to begin sometime in 2025.

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BYD could offer the pickup truck with both plug-in hybrid and electric powertrain options.

BYD will soon be expanding its product lineup with its first pickup truck.

The new BYD pickup truck is yet to be named, but it's reportedly aimed as a direct rival to the Ford Ranger and the Toyota Hilux. Now, ahead of its global unveil, the pickup truck has been spotted undergoing testing in Mexico.

In the spy images, the BYD pickup truck can be seen without any camouflage, revealing most of its exterior design & styling details. This includes the massive BYD logo on the grille, flanked by C-shaped LED headlights on either end connected by a DRL bar. The rear also gets C-shaped LED lights connected by a light bar. Other details include large wheel arches with plastic cladding, a side step, usable roof rails, a roll cage and a medium-sized cargo bed.

While pictures of the interiors are not available, reports suggest that the pickup truck could get a 15.6-inch rotating touchscreen infotainment system as seen on the Seal sedan, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

BYD could offer the pickup truck with both plug-in hybrid and electric powertrain options. Technical details, though, will be revealed closer to its launch, which is expected sometime later this year.

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Kia is rumoured to launch the Clavis in India by the end of this year.

The upcoming Kia Clavis has been spotted testing in India once again. The latest spy images reveal some interesting features that will be offered on the new compact SUV.

The Kia Clavis will bridge the gap between the Sonet and the Seltos. Spy images suggest that it is likely to get features like ADAS and front parking sensors. These could be offered on the top variant.

The Clavis will also get a digital instrument cluster and a touchscreen infotainment system, while top-spec models could get a panoramic sunroof, automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera and more.

Reports suggest that the Kia Clavis could be offered with conventional petrol and pure-electric powertrains. While details are scarce, it is said that the Clavis will be front-wheel drive only. Kia might also offer a hybrid powertrain.

Kia is rumoured to launch the Clavis in India by the end of this year.

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The Citroen Basalt will use the same 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine which powers the C3 and C3 Aircross.

The Citroen Basalt has been caught testing once again. However, this time, the car was spotted with no camouflage whatsoever. 

The Citroen Basalt is a coupe SUV that shares its underpinnings with the C3 Aircross, which is already on sale in India. It looks rather good as a stylish coupe. 

The Basalt has a notchback design with a sloping roof line, a short tail section with an integrated spoiler and wraparound taillamps. The car features black plastic cladding around the wheel arches, giving it a slightly rugged look and flap-type door handles.

Inside, the Basalt is likely to get a large touchscreen infotainment system in the centre and a digital instrument cluster, along with features such as automatic climate control, 6 airbags, front parking sensors and more.

In India, the Citroen Basalt will use the same 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine which powers the C3 and C3 Aircross. It develops 108 BHP and 189 Nm and could be offered with manual and automatic transmissions.

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Suzuki is likely to retain the same 124cc single-cylinder engine as the current model.

Suzuki Motorcycles is working on a new Access 125. As the latest spy images suggest, the scooter is likely to get a major update.

The test mule of the updated Suzuki Access 125 was recently spotted testing. While the overall design of the scooter looks familiar, we can expect subtle changes to the bodywork and a reprofiled headlamp.

Other changes we’ve noted on this prototype are the new rear mudguard and exhaust heat shield. The Access 125 might also get hazard lights in addition to features like a USB charging port and an external fuel filler.

Suzuki is likely to retain the same 124cc single-cylinder engine as the current model. It produces 8.5 BHP and 10 Nm and is paired with a CVT.

The Creta EV will share its electric powertrain with the entry-level Kona EV.

The Hyundai Creta EV has been spotted testing yet again. This time, the spy images reveal the electric SUV’s interior.

While the exterior of the Creta EV will be based on the ICE version, the interior will sport a few unique touches. Spy images reveal a 2-spoke steering wheel with a circular hub and a drive mode selector stalk mounted on the steering column. 

The dashboard design looks similar to the ICE-powered Creta though. It will get a dual-screen setup with a touchscreen infotainment system in the centre and a digital instrument cluster. The Creta EV is also expected to get features such as dual-zone automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS.

The exterior design of the EV also looks similar to the ICE version. It has the same L-shaped LED DRLs but is likely to get a blanked-out grille and aero-optimised dual-tone alloy wheels.

Reports suggest that the Creta EV will share its electric powertrain with the entry-level Kona EV. It is likely to be powered by a front-mounted electric motor and a 45 kWh battery pack. 

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