These Three SUVs Are Going To Get A Hybrid Powertrain Soon

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Renault, Hyundai and Kia are preparing to bring strong-hybrid technology to some of India’s most popular midsize SUVs

The midsize SUV segment is about to get a serious dose of electrification. Renault, Hyundai and Kia are all working on strong-hybrid versions of their SUVs, as manufacturers look for alternatives to diesel and conventional petrol engines ahead of tighter emission regulations. These are the three models that will be hybridised soon.

1. Renault Duster Hybrid

The new Duster is expected to be the first of the three to get its strong-hybrid powertrain. Renault has confirmed that the hybrid version is expected around the Diwali 2026 period. It will use a 1.8-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, paired with a 49 bhp electric motor, a 20 bhp hybrid starter generator and a 1.4 kWh battery pack.

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The combined output is expected to be around 160 bhp and 172 Nm. This should make the Duster Hybrid considerably more interesting than simply being an efficiency-focused version. The larger engine and electric assistance could give it a useful performance advantage over the smaller hybrid systems currently available in this segment.

2. Hyundai Creta Hybrid

Hyundai is also preparing a strong-hybrid powertrain for the Creta, although it is expected to arrive in 2027. Details of the India-spec system are still limited, but the move is part of Hyundai’s broader push towards hybrid technology as it looks to reduce its dependence on diesel engines in the midsize SUV segment.

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The Creta already has a wide range of petrol and diesel powertrains, so a strong hybrid could give Hyundai another option for buyers who want better fuel efficiency without making the jump to a fully electric SUV. The hybrid system is also expected to bring the kind of low-speed electric assistance that makes these powertrains particularly well suited to city driving.

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3. Kia Seltos Hybrid

The Kia Seltos will follow a similar route. The next-generation Seltos is already on sale with petrol and diesel engines, but a strong-hybrid version is expected to join the range in 2027. Kia is likely to share technology with Hyundai, although the final specifications for the Seltos hybrid have not yet been revealed. This could be a particularly important addition to the Seltos range. With buyers becoming increasingly conscious of running costs, a hybrid Seltos would give Kia a direct answer to the efficiency offered by Toyota and Maruti’s established strong-hybrid SUVs.

Unlike a mild hybrid, a self-charging strong hybrid can drive the vehicle using electric power alone for short periods, while the petrol engine takes over when more power is required. The battery is charged through regenerative braking and the engine, so there is no need to plug the vehicle into a charger.For buyers who aren’t ready for an EV, this makes a lot of sense. You get better efficiency in stop-go traffic without having to worry about charging infrastructure or long-distance range.

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