Skoda Octavia vRS Spotted In Public, Ahead Of Launch

Skoda Octavia vRS Spotted In Public Ahead Of Launch, May Be More Expensive Than The Volkswagen Golf GTI

Skoda Octavia vRS has been spotted in public ahead of its launch. The Czech automaker has been considering launching the high-performance Octavia. Skoda showcased the Octavia vRS at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025.

Styling

The Octavia vRS is finished in mamba green and features sporty enhancements compared to the standard model. Matrix LED headlights, gloss-black inserts, aero-wheels, dual exhausts, and red brake callipers adorn the vehicle.

Engine

A 2.0-litre turbocharged TSI 4-cylinder engine powers the Octavia vRS. The engine produces 261 HP and 370 NM of torque. A 7-speed DSG transmission pairs with the engine.

The engine is the same as in the Volkswagen Golf GTI. However, the engine is in a higher state of tune.

Interior

The interior of the vehicle will include a 13-inch infotainment system, sport seats with red accents, a digital driver’s display, three-zone climate control, wireless charging, and ambient lighting.

Outlook

Enthusiasts are excited by this spotting of the Octavia vRS. Notably, the Octavia vRS gives more performance and a higher boot space due to its fastback bodystyle. However, the Octavia vRS will be more expensive than the Golf GTI, making it a less appealing prospect for those who crave an attainable fast machine.

Source: Car Crazy India

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Royal Enfield May 2025 Sales – Classic, Hunter, Himalayan, Guerrilla, 650s

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Royal Enfield registered a total of 75,820 units in May 2025 up from 63,531 twelve months ago with a YoY volume increase of 19.34 per cent

Royal Enfield ended the month of May 2025 on a high recording a huge volume increase in the domestic market compared to the same month last year. The total sales reached 75,820 units, up from 63,531 twelve months ago – resulting in a year-on-year gain of 19.34 per cent as some of its high-volume models posted good growth.

The Royal Enfield Classic 350 remained the strongest performer in the lineup. The Chennai-based manufacturer dispatched a total of 28,628 units in May, up from 23,779 during the same period twelve months ago. It translated to a 20.39 per cent rise on a YoY basis as the arrival of the updated version last year has helped in upping volume figures.

Just behind it in impact, the Bullet 350 posted a sharp climb of 85.16 per cent with sales jumping from 9,332 units last year to 17,279 units last month. Next in line was the Hunter 350 which registered 15,972 units, slightly above the 15,084 units it managed in the previous May with a notable growth of 5.89 per cent in the local market.

Also Read: Royal Enfield Posts Nearly 90,000 Unit Sales In May 2025

No	Royal Enfield Bikes (YoY)	May 2025	May 2024
1	Royal Enfield Classic 350 (20.39%)	28,628	23,779
2	Royal Enfield Bullet 350 (85.16%)	17,279	9,332
3	Royal Enfield Hunter 350 (5.89%)	15,972	15,084
4	Royal Enfield Meteor 350 (-6.01%)	7,697	8,189
5	Royal Enfield 650 Twins (-7.28%)	2,675	2,885
6	Royal Enfield Himalayan (-55.07%)	1,489	3,314
7	Royal Enfield Guerrilla	1,035	0
8	Royal Enfield Super Meteor (-10.23%)	851	948
9	Royal Enfield Shotgun	194	0
	Total	75,820	63,531

Meanwhile, the Meteor 350 slipped below last year’s figure. It ended May at 7,697 units which was 492 lower than its 2024 tally, resulting in a 6.01 per cent drop. The brand’s twin-cylinder motorcycles did not fare better either. The 650 Twins, Interceptor and Continental GT, fell to 2,675 units in May 2025 – down from 2,885 in the same month last year with a reduction of 7.28 per cent.

The Super Meteor also shrunk in volume – finishing the month at 851 units against 948 a year earlier marking a decline of 10.23 per cent. The most significant drop came from the Himalayan 450 range. The sales of the dual purpose adventure tourer dropped from 3,314 units to 1,489 units, losing more than half its previous volume with a year-on-year fall of 55.07 per cent.

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The Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 reported a total of 1,035 units while the Shotgun clocked only 194 units during the month. Overall, Royal Enfield sold 12,289 more units than it did in May 2024 as the growth was led primarily by the Classic and Bullet which together accounted for nearly two-thirds of the company’s volume gains.

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Maruti, Hyundai & Mahindra To Launch New Compact SUVs In India

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Hyundai is ready to launch the next-gen Venue later this year; Mahindra XUV3XO EV is also in the pipeline

In order to expand their presence in the compact SUV segment, car manufacturers in India are preparing to launch new models in the year 2025-2026. The upcoming compact SUVs will be targeted at ICE, hybrid as well as BEV segments. Hyundai, Mahindra and Maruti are working on multiple new compact SUVs and in this article, we will look at some of the prominent models launching in India in 2025-2026.

1. Hyundai Bayon

The Bayon is confirmed for the Indian market and it will likely go on sale sometime next year i.e. 2026. Hyundai is expected position the upcoming compact SUV alongside the next-gen Venue and it will rival the likes of the Maruti Suzuki Fronx. Reportedly, the Bayon SUV will get a new 1.2 litre turbo petrol engine and the familiar 1.0 litre tGDi engine could also be a part of the package. Transmission options will include a 6-speed manual and a 7-speed DCT automatic.

Also Read: Hyundai Plans A Huge Product Assault For India – All Key Details

2. Maruti Suzuki Fronx Hybrid

Spy Source: TeamBHP

Maruti is expected to launch the Fronx Hybrid by the end of 2025, and it will debut the brand’s in-house developed HEV series-hybrid powertrain. In addition to the new hybrid system, the Fronx facelift could likely feature a revised exterior design, refreshed interiors and more features. Internally codenamed YTB, the hybrid crossover will employ the familiar 1.2-litre Z12E petrol engine under the hood, and the claimed fuel efficiency numbers will be around 30 kmpl.

3. New-Gen Hyundai Venue

Spy Source: 91Wheels

Expected to go on sale around the festive season this year, the second-gen Venue has already been spotted testing in India. The new model will get an all-new exterior design, and the front fascia will be inspired by the Creta. The interior will also be heavily revised with new features like Level 2 ADAS, 360-degree camera, panoramic sunroof and more. Under the hood, the second generation of the compact SUV will continue to be powered by the familiar 1.2-litre petrol, 1.0-litre tGDi petrol and 1.5-litre CRDi diesel engines.

Also Read: 3 New Mahindra ICE SUVs Spied On Test In India – New Bolero To Thar Facelift

4. Mahindra XUV3XO EV

Spy Source: Team-BHP

Mahindra has been testing the XUV3XO EV for a long time now, and it will likely be launched by the end of this year or early 2026. Internally codenamed S240, the electric compact SUV will rival the Tata Nexon EV and the upcoming Kia Syros EV. It will share its design with the ICE XUV3XO, albeit with some electric-specific touches. The battery pack could be borrowed from the XUV400 EV, however, nothing can be confirmed as of now.  We expect the XUV3XO EV to be priced at around Rs. 15 lakh (ex-showroom).

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4 New Kia Cars Launching Within The Next 24 Months In India

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Kia is ready to debut in the mass-market electric vehicle segment with the launch of the Clavis EV; next-gen Seltos is on the cards

Kia is preparing to expand its portfolio in the Indian market by launching multiple new models in the coming years, including EVs and SUVs. The major point of focus will be the mass-market electric vehicle segment, as the Korean carmaker currently has premium EVs in its line-up, the EV6 and EV9. In the article, we will look at four new Kia cars launching in the next two years in India.

1. Kia Clavis EV

Kia will debut in the mass-market EV segment with the launch of Clavis EV, which is slated to go sale next month i.e. July 2025. The electric MPV will share its design with the new Clavis, albeit with some EV-specific changes inside out. The EV has already been spotted testing multiple times in India, and it will likely share its major powertrain components with the Hyundai Creta Electric, including the battery pack and electric motor. We expect a claimed range of over 400 kilometres from the upcoming Carens EV.

Also Read: New-Gen Kia Seltos To Be Introduced In 2026 – Key Details

2. Kia Syros EV

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The launch of the Syros EV is confirmed for the Indian market, and it is expected to debut by the end of this year or early 2026. We expect the Syros EV to get revised bumpers, new aero-efficient alloy wheels and some EV-specific branding. While the battery pack details are under wraps, the Syros is expected to come with a claimed range of around 400 kilometres on a single charge. Once launched, the Kia Syros EV will rival the likes of the Tata Nexon EV and Mahindra XUV400 EV.

3. New-Gen Kia Seltos

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The next-gen Seltos is set to debut globally by the end of 2025 and we expect it to arrive on Indian shores sometime next year, i.e. 2026. The new model is in the final stages of development, and spy shots of the test prototype have already been leaked online. Internally codenamed SP3i, the Korean carmaker will introduce a new strong-hybrid powertrain, along with the familiar petrol and diesel engine options. The hybrid Seltos is expected to use the familiar 1.5-litre four-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with the strong hybrid setup but it may take more time to arrive.

Also Read: 10+ Upcoming Hybrid SUVs In India – Hyundai To Kia

4. Kia 7-Seater Hybrid SUV

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Kia is working on the development of an all-new 7-seater hybrid SUV for the Indian market. Internally codenamed MQ4i, it will be based on the Sorento SUV sold in overseas markets and is scheduled for a launch in the year 2027. As per the reports, the Kia hybrid SUV is expected to use a 1.5-litre petrol engine paired with a strong hybrid setup, which will be shared with the next-gen Seltos. The upcoming 7-seater hybrid SUV will be positioned above the Seltos in the brand’s line-up, rivalling the likes of Mahindra XUV700 and Tata Safari.

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3 New Mahindra ICE SUVs Spied On Test In India – New Bolero To Thar Facelift

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The next-gen Bolero will likely be launched in 2026; Thar facelift and XUV700 facelift are also on the cards for next year

Mahindra & Mahindra is currently one of the most popular car manufacturers in India with multiple high-selling models in its portfolio, including Scorpio, Thar and XUV700. In order to continue the momentum, the Indian SUV manufacturer is preparing to refresh its line-up with facelifts as well as new generation models. In this article, we will look at the 3 new Mahindra ICE SUVs spied on test in India.

1. Mahindra Thar Facelift

Mahindra is currently working on the mid-cycle update of the Thar 3-Door, and the test mule was recently spotted in the country. Scheduled for a launch sometime next year, i.e. 2026, the Thar facelift will borrow the design elements from the Thar Roxx, including the grille, bumpers, headlights and tail lamps.

Source: Twitter/MotorBeam

Inside the cabin, the spy shots highlight familiarity with the Roxx, like the steering wheels, infotainment system and more. The Mahindra Thar facelift will continue to be powered by the familiar 1.5-litre diesel, 2.2-litre diesel and 2.0-litre turbo petrol engines.

Also Read: Mahindra Prepares A Major Product Push – NEW MODELS INCOMING!

2. New-Gen Mahindra Bolero

Slated for a launch in the Indian market next year, i.e. 2026, the next-gen Bolero was recently spotted testing in a heavily camouflaged guise. It will be based on the New Flexible Architecture (NFA) platform, which will be officially unveiled on August 15 this year. The new Bolero will retain the boxy design elements, albeit in a much more modern avatar with round headlights, rugged bumpers, tailgate-mounted spare wheel and updated rear profile.

Rendering

The interiors are expected to be more modern and upmarket with a new dashboard layout, sunroof, larger infotainment system and more. The SUV could get an updated powertrain, however, nothing can be confirmed as of now.

Also Read: 2026 Mahindra XUV 7OO Facelift Interior Leaked – Triple Screen Setup

3. Mahindra XUV700 Facelift

The Mahindra XUV700 facelift is due for a launch next year, i.e. 2026, and the fully camouflaged test mule was recently spotted testing in India. The updated SUV will get an all-new front grille, redesigned headlamps and tweaked bumpers, along with a fresh set of alloy wheels. Inside the cabin, the triple-screen layout is confirmed via spy shots.

Image Source: TamilMotors360

Under the hood, the familiar 2.2-litre mHawk diesel and 2.0-litre mStallion petrol engines will continue to power the XUV700 facelift, mated to the option of a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox.

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Top 10 Scooters Sold In May 2025 – Activa, Jupiter, Access, iQube, Chetak, Ola

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Honda Activa continued to lead the way ahead of TVS Jupiter and Suzuki Access in May 2025 but with a YoY drop of 11.85 per cent

The sales numbers in the scooter segment for the month of May 2025 have drawn a sharp line between gainers and stragglers with familiar names holding their ground but not without showing some wear. At the very top, Honda’s Activa – still the best-selling scooter in the country – posted a YoY drop of 11.85 per cent, falling to 1,90,713 units compared to 2,16,352 last May.

While the numbers still dwarf competition, it underlines a slowing pace for the once unstoppable nameplate. The real story of momentum belongs to the TVS Jupiter which surged 28.70 per cent to reach 97,606 units comfortably strengthening its hold on the second spot. The Suzuki Access followed suit as it continued its upward trajectory with a 16.92 per cent increase.

Its domestic sales tally last month stood at 75,778 units. Among outliers, TVS XL moped sales dipped 7.75 per cent, coming in at 37,264 units. However, the brand had better luck elsewhere – its electric offering, the iQube, grew handsomely with a YoY bump of over 60 per cent, touching 27,642 units. The iQube now outsells several established petrol-powered rivals.

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No	Scooter	May 2025	May 2024
1	Honda Activa (-11.85%)	1,90,713	2,16,352
2	TVS Jupiter (28.70%)	97,606	75,838
3	Suzuki Access (16.92%)	75,778	64,812
4	TVS XL (-7.75%)	37,264	40,394
5	TVS iQube (60.43%)	27,642	17,230
6	Honda Dio (-9.71%)	26,220	29,041
7	Bajaj Chetak (95.83%)	25,540	13,042
8	TVS Ntorq (-13.84%)	25,205	29,253
9	Suzuki Burgman (26.46%)	24,688	19,523
10	Ola S1 (Retail) (-50.52%)	18,501	37,389

In just over a year, the volume figures of the iQube have grown tremendously as over three lakh units have been sold. On the opposite end, Honda’s Dio struggled, losing nearly 10 per cent year-on-year and closing May at 26,220 units. Bajaj Auto, meanwhile, doubled down on electrification with the Chetak posting a staggering 95.83 per cent rise.

It touched 25,540 units versus just over 13,000 units during the same month last year. Recently, Bajaj introduced the more affordable entry-level variant of the Chetak for just under one lakh in India to further capitalise on the nameplate’s good reception. TVS Ntorq, once a consistent player among younger riders, saw a 13.84 per cent drop as it managed 25,205 units.

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Suzuki’s Burgman held up better, growing 26.46 per cent YoY to reach 24,688 units. But perhaps the most glaring fall came from Ola Electric’s retail numbers – down over 50 per cent year-on-year – ending the month with 18,501 units.

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Tata To Expand SUV & Electric Portfolios With New Launches In India

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Tata intends to nearly double its current offering as it focusses on bringing in 30 new electric and ICE offerings by 2030

During its recent Investors Day presentation, Tata Motors laid out a forward-looking roadmap featuring a substantial expansion of its passenger vehicle lineup. The company has committed to delivering 30 new vehicles by the end of this decade, spanning mid-cycle updates and facelifts as well as brand new entries across different segments.

Of these, seven will be entirely new nameplates. The homegrown automaker intends to nearly double its current offering as it focusses on bringing in new electric and ICE offerings. The race for number two in the overall passenger car sales is certainly heating up as Hyundai and Mahindra are also planning to introduce several new models over the next five years.

Recently, Tata launched the Harrier EV and updated Altroz while the Sierra nameplate will make a comeback in its new avatar in electric and ICE guises this FY as part of the new product onslaught. It will be followed by the more premium Avinya range. The third generation Nexon and updated Punch will be part of the 23 new ICE offerings waiting in the pipeline.

Also Read: Tata’s Next Big SUV Launch In India Is The New-Gen Sierra

Tata Motors also confirmed an investment outlay of up to Rs 35,000 crore earmarked for its passenger vehicle operations over the FY2026 to FY2030 period. This capital will also be channelled for developing next generation powertrain and electronics as well as software. The Harrier and Safari will receive a new petrol engine before the end of this FY.

The all-new 1.5L turbocharged petrol engine will be good enough to produce 168 PS and 280 Nm of peak torque and bear in mind that Tata has gained rights to modify the 2.0L FCA-sourced turbo Multijet diesel engine which is currently in use. It could get a power bumper and technology additions down the line, helping the brand to appeal to a wide base of customers.

Also Read: Tata Harrier & Safari Petrol Launch Later This FY In India

Being an early mover in the EV space, Tata dominated over three fourth of the total market share. But the increased competition from Mahindra, MG and Hyundai is far more noticeable in recent times and more manufacturers are stepping in to grab a pie, especially in the midsize segment.

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