5 Upcoming Midsize SUVs Launching In India FY27 – Hyundai To Renault

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Here are the five keenly-awaited midsize SUVs from the leading auto brands which are slated to launch in India by March 2027

The mid-size segment enjoys enormous popularity among the masses as it accounts for the majority of the SUV sales in the Indian market. Several leading automakers such as Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Kia, Skoda, MG Motor, Toyota and Mahindra offer mid-size SUVs in our country. Now, we have learnt that more new models will be launched in this segment within this financial year. Hence, in this piece, we will talk in detail about the 5 upcoming midsize SUVs launching in India in FY27.

1. MG Hector Hawk PHEV & EV

The British brand is all set to expand its SUV portfolio by launching the Hector Hawk PHEV on July 16, 2026 in the Indian market. Based on the global-spec Wuling Starlight 560, it is likely to be rolled out in both Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) and Battery Electric Vehicle (EV) versions. The PHEV model will come with a 1.5L naturally aspirated Atkinson-cycle petrol engine with an electric motor and a 20.5 kWh battery. On the other hand, the all-electric SUV will get a 56.7 kWh battery pack with driving range of 500 km on a full charge. Apart from the standard 5-seater version, a 7-seater configuration could also be introduced at a later stage.

2. New-Gen Hyundai Creta

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Internally codenamed SX3, the next-gen Creta will be sitting on the new K3 platform as it is being readied for a market launch around early 2027 in India. Recently, the mid size SUV was spied during the cold-weather high-altitude testing in Manali, Himachal Pradesh. Some of the notable elements in the new-gen model include zero-gravity seat button, multi-link rear suspension and 19-inch alloy wheels among others. Mechanically, it will continue to carry the 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol, 1.5L diesel and 1.5L turbocharged petrol engines. All these engines are likely to be paired with a 6-speed manual transmission as standard.

3. Kia Seltos Hybrid

Kia will debut its first strong hybrid vehicle in the form of the Sorento later this year in the Indian market. And, the same hybrid engine will be borrowed by the Seltos as it prepares for an early 2027. The ongoing model’s naturally-aspirated 1.5L petrol engine will be hybridised with a dual electric motor and battery pack setup. It has been learnt that the Seltos hybrid will offer a fuel efficiency of 25 kmpl. The South-Korean brand is aiming to heavily localize the hybrid engine components to keep the costs down.

4. Renault Duster Hybrid

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Renault Duster will join the bandwagon of strong hybrid SUVs (Maruti Victoris, Grand Vitara and Toyota Hyryder) in India later this year around the festive season of Diwali. It will be rolled out with a naturally-aspirated 1.8L four-cylinder petrol engine, two electric motors, and a 1.4 kWh battery pack. The combined power output stands at 160 hp and 172 Nm. The power will be transmitted to the wheels via a multi-mode automatic gearbox. The design, features and other components will be shared with the regular version of the Duster.

5. Honda Elevate Facelift

The 2026 Elevate facelift was spotted testing last month for the first time. The SUV is expected to get minor visual updates such as redesigned headlamps, tweaked bumpers and refreshed tail-lamp cluster. The cabin could get a fresh upholstery while modern features could make their way in the new SUV like ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera and the latest version of ADAS suite. It could also boast of a bigger touchscreen infotainment system. At the heart, it will house the same 1.5L petrol engine as the outgoing model with 6-speed manual and CVT gearbox options. The power and torque figures will remain unchanged.

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Hyundai To Launch 4 New SUVs In India Within The Next 12-15 Months

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Four new Hyundai SUVs to cover multiple segments from A to D, with one model offering even three-row seating

In October last year, Hyundai announced it had planned 26 launches, including 7 new nameplates, by March 2030. The company has since launched the all-new Venue, the new Verna, the new Exter, and the new Ioniq 5. By next year, it is expected to introduce four SUVs in our market, three of which will be new nameplates:

1. Hyundai Bayon

While the first-gen Hyundai Bayon is a Euro-focused SUV, the second-gen model is being developed keeping in mind the requirements of emerging markets as well and will be launched in India. It will be a new mid-size SUV designed to compete with the Maruti Victoris, positioned below the Hyundai Creta.

The next-gen Bayon will debut Hyundai’s new 1.2-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine in India. The company could also offer a 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine or a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine to keep the entry price low.

2. Hyundai HE1i

‘HE1i’ is the codename of Hyundai’s upcoming SUV, which could challenge the Tata Punch.ev. Unlike the Creta Electric, it will be heavily localised, right down to the cell level. The company is likely to offer two battery pack options, both featuring LFP cells sourced from Exide Energy.

Rendering

The Hyundai HE1i will have a squarish exterior for a proper SUV look, along with modern details such as flush-fitted door handles and the brand’s Parametric Pixel light signature. It will likely be launched in Q1 2027.

3. Next-gen Hyundai Creta

The next-gen Hyundai Creta will be a noticeably bigger, more aggressive- and futuristic-looking SUV. Based on an all-new ‘K3’ platform, it will be more spacious and ready to accommodate a hybrid system, expected to be introduced at a later stage.

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Inside, there’d be a new cockpit layout consisting of a 9.9-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Google built-in. Hyundai will likely launch the next-gen Creta in India in mid-2027.

4. Hyundai Ni1i

Global Tucson Hybrid

The Hyundai Ni1i is reportedly the brand’s upcoming Mahindra XUV 7XO rival. Reports say it will be based on the platform of the Tucson long-wheelbase. It will be offered with a hybrid powertrain based on a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, possibly the same one that will debut in the India-made Kia Sorento this year. The new three-row SUV from Hyundai could be launched at the end of 2027.

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Tata Plans Multiple New Launches, Targets 20% Market Share

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Tata Motors to cement its position as one of India’s top three carmakers with a slew of new launches and timely facelifts and refreshes

Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) has significantly expanded its presence in the Indian car market in recent years. From 133,000 cars sold in FY2020, the company reached 640,000 units in FY2026, representing a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of 30%.

By FY2031, TMPV aims to nearly double its annual sales volume to 12 lakh units, which would represent a CAGR of approximately 13.4%. While the growth rate would be much lower, the sheer volume the company is aiming for would significantly increase its position in the Indian car market.

At TMPV’s 81st annual general meeting held on 8 July 2026, Chairman N Chandrasekaran said that the company aims to increase its market share from currently 14.2% to 20% by FY2031. The company plans to introduce six new nameplates and over 20 refreshes and facelifts to support its mid-term goals.

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The larger portfolio will allow TMPV to expand its addressable market to over 80% by FY2031, Managing Director and CEO Shailesh Chandra said at the 81st annual general meeting. The company aims to capture over 25% of market share in every car segment by the end of this period.

TMPV has confirmed that the six new nameplates will include three models in white spaces and three models in high-growth segments. The white space models will comprise two new electric models and one ICE model. The former will likely be based on dedicated EV platforms. The three models in high-growth segments will comprise a mix of ICE and electric models and likely be based on multi-energy platforms.

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Tata Safari EV Rendering

The mid-term strategy involves strengthening emphasis on CNG and electric cars, which TMPV estimates will start having a combined share of over 45% of the Indian car market by 2031. The company expects 47% of its growth between FY2026 and FY2031 to come from electric cars, 35% from CNG cars, and 18% from petrol and diesel cars.

The electric line-up particularly will grow from currently seven to ten models by FY2031. As for the CNG portfolio, TMPV has said that it will expand the range from currently five models but has not stated a specific number.

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Hyundai June 2026 Sales Analysis – Creta, Venue, Exter, Verna, i10, i20

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Supply chain issues severely impact Hyundai’s vehicle production in India in June 2026, particularly its best-selling model, the Creta

Hyundai, one of the largest car manufacturers in India, shipped 39,635 cars to local dealers in June 2026. The company saw a 10% decline in volume over the same month last year (June 2025: 44,024 units). Rather than a drop in demand for its cars, Hyundai’s decline in factory dispatch last month was due to production issues.

A fire at one of its key local suppliers, Mobis, which took place on 31 May, impacted the supply of audio systems and other key components. While Hyundai said it would arrange for an alternative supplier, it noted that production of vehicles would normalise only by 22 June. Hyundai later said that supply chain issues led to a production loss of about 13,900 vehicles in June 2026. Thus, had it not faced the problem, its production volume would have been around 53,500 units, up approximately 22%.

The Hyundai Creta is the brand’s best-selling model in India and typically takes the top spot in dispatches. June 2026 was different, though, with the Hyundai Venue ranking no. 1 with 10,776 units. The sub-compact SUV saw a 57% year-on-year growth. The Hyundai Creta’s volume declined 55% year-on-year, from 15,786 units to 7,168 units, bringing it to the third position.

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Hyundai Creta

Model	June 2026	June 2025	Difference
Hyundai Venue	10,776	6,858	57%
Hyundai Exter	8,154	5,873	39%
Hyundai Creta	7,168	15,786	-55%
Hyundai Aura	5,977	5,413	10%
Hyundai Grand i10	4,865	4,237	15%
Hyundai i20	1,828	3,785	-52%
Hyundai Verna	554	813	-32%
Hyundai Alcazar	304	1,174	-74%
Hyundai Ioniq 5	9	12	-25%
Hyundai Tucson	0	73	–
Total	39,635	44,024	-10%

The Hyundai Exter ranked second, with 8,154 units dispatched. This marked a year-on-year growth of 39% (June 2025: 5,873 units). The Hyundai Aura saw a 10% year-on-year improvement, going up from 5,413 units to 5,977 units. The Hyundai Grand i10’s volume increased by 15%, reaching 4,865 units (June 2025: 4,237 units).

The Hyundai i20’s wholesale figure reduced by 52% year-on-year. Compared to 3,785 units dispatched in June 2025, only 1,828 units were shipped in June 2026. The Hyundai Verna’s volume reduced from 813 units to 554 units, down 32%. The Hyundai Alcazar saw the sharpest, 74% year-on-year decline, going from 1,174 units to 304 units.

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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is the brand’s only imported model in the company’s line-up, although it is assembled locally from knocked-down kits. Hyundai shipped only 9 units of the bespoke EV last month, which marked a 25% year-on-year decline (June 2025: 12 units).

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Mini India H1 2026 Sales Up 70% As Countryman Leads Growth

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Mini recorded over 500 unit sales between January and June 2026 in India and registered a massive 70 per cent YoY surge

Mini India reported a notable performance in the first half of 2026 as the premium hatchback and SUV brand delivered 504 cars between January and June – registering a 70 per cent year-on-year increase. It came on the back of an expanded product portfolio, sold out special editions, growing interest in the Countryman and a expanding retail network across the country.

The company also confirmed that the locally produced Mini Countryman C will play a significant role in its future growth plans. According to the brand, consumer demand remained particularly high for the Countryman while limited-run models such as the Mini Cooper S Victory Edition and Convertible JCW Pack were completely sold out.

The company said these special editions generated high levels of customer interest. The brand is also expanding its retail presence across India under a new initiative. The British manufacturer currently operates 18 sales touchpoints across 17 cities and has outlined plans to enter Jaipur, Jodhpur, Ranchi, Guwahati, Surat, Vijayawada and Lucknow this year.

Existing operations in Mumbai, Pune and Gurugram will also be consolidated too as part of the expansion strategy. Mini says the new retail spaces are created to provide a more immersive and personalised customer interaction while improving accessibility in emerging luxury vehicle markets. Mini expects the locally manufactured Countryman C to widen the brand’s reach by improving affordability and local availability.

The company believes domestic production will enable more customers to enter the Mini ownership ecosystem while supporting the next line of volume growth. Mini also stayed put building engagement through experiential events. The company’s Mini Go-Kart Days programme lured in noticeable participation during the first half of the year.

Commenting on the results, Hardeep Singh Brar, President and CEO, BMW Group India, said “MINI India has had a remarkable start to 2026, growing by +70% in the first half of the year. This momentum reflects the strong connection customers have with MINI’s unmistakable design, spirited performance and vibrant lifestyle appeal. The success of our special editions and the continued popularity of the MINI Countryman show how strongly MINI’s unique character is resonating in India.”

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Toyota Sales Analysis June 2026 – Innova, Fortuner, Glanza, Hyryder, Ebella

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In June 2026, Toyota posted 28,441 units as against 26,453 units with a YoY sales growth of 8 per cent in India

Toyota Kirloskar Motor dispatched 28,441 units in June 2026 by registering an 8 per cent year-on-year increase over 26,453 units sold in June 2025. However, compared to 30,574 units recorded in May 2026, the volumes declined by 7 per cent. The monthly performance was supported by decent growth for the Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Glanza and Rumion while Innova, Fortuner and several premium models witnessed lower volumes.

The Urban Cruiser Hyryder stayed put as Toyota’s best-selling model in June after recording 9,104 units by improving by 22 per cent compared to the same month last year. The midsize SUV also posted a 5 per cent month-on-month gain from 8,664 units in May. The Innova and Innova Hycross duo continued in second position at 7,332 units but dispatches declined 17 per cent year-on-year and 29 per cent compared to the previous month.

The Glanza hatchback recorded another good month as volumes climbed to 3,512 units – registering 20 per cent annual growth and a 10 per cent improvement over May. The Fortuner was the leader in the full-size SUV space again with 2,514 units but dispatches slipped 8 per cent year-on-year and 13 per cent month-on-month.

Model	June 2026	YoY Growth	MoM Growth
Hyryder	9,104	22%	5%
Innova	7,332	-17%	-29%
Glanza	3,512	20%	10%
Fortuner	2,514	-8%	-13%
Taisor	2,483	3%	-1%
Rumion	2,376	68%	12%
Ebella	459	–	–
Hilux	289	4%	-30%
Camry	191	6%	-1%
Vellfire	140	-10%	-15%
LC300	41	-41%	-58%
Total	28,441	8%	-7%

The Taisor crossover maintained stable performance after posting 2,483 units by recording a modest 3 per cent annual increase while remaining almost unchanged compared to May. The Rumion emerged as Toyota’s fastest growing mainstream model in June. Dispatches surged 68 per cent to 2,376 units from 1,415 units a year earlier while also improving 12 per cent over May.

Toyota also commenced dispatches of the newly introduced Ebella recently which contributed 459 units during its first full month in the market and added another product to the brand’s expanding passenger vehicle portfolio. At the premium end, the Hilux pickup improved marginally by 4 per cent to 289 units but monthly volumes dropped 30 per cent.

Existing Fortuner

The ninth generation global Hilux is waiting to be launched in India this month. The Camry sedan registered 191 units by improving 6 per cent year-on-year. Meanwhile, the Vellfire luxury MPV declined 10 per cent to 140 units while the flagship Land Cruiser 300 ended the month at 41 units – down 41 per cent from June 2025 and 58 per cent lower than May 2026.

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Tata Harrier & Safari Stealth Edition Launched, Price Starts From Rs. 23.43 Lakh

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New Tata Harrier and Tata Safari special edition models aimed at fans of blacked-out cars and offered exclusively in fully-loaded trims

Tata Motors has launched a Stealth Edition of the Harrier and Safari in India, targeting customers who prefer dark-themed vehicles with a more aggressive appearance. The Tata Harrier Stealth Edition has been priced from Rs. 23.43 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Tata Safari Stealth Edition’s prices start at Rs. 24.04 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Tata Harrier Stealth Edition is based on the top-of-the-line Fearless Ultra trim. Similarly, the Tata Safari Stealth Edition is based on the high-end Accomplished Ultra trim. Thus, both Stealth Edition SUVs come loaded to the brim with premium styling, comfort and convenience, and safety and driver assistance features.

What sets the Stealth Edition apart from the regular trims is the colour scheme. On the outside, the Tata Harrier Stealth Edition and Tata Safari Stealth Edition feature a matte black paint, along with 19-inch alloy wheels in a matching finish. They also have a “Stealth” badge on the front quarter panels.

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Inside, both Stealth Edition models feature a Carbon Noir theme. This means the entire cabin is in black, in line with the darkened exterior. The design is identical to the regular Tata Harrier and Tata Safari, and there’s no “Stealth” branding anywhere either.

Tata Motors offers the Harrier Stealth Edition and Safari Stealth Edition with two engine options and a choice of two transmissions. Customers can choose between a 1.5-litre turbocharged direct injection petrol engine and a 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel engine. The petrol engine produces 168 hp and 280 Nm of torque, while the diesel engine develops 168 hp and 350 Nm of torque. Both can be had with either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission.

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The Tata Harrier Stealth Edition is available in four configurations: petrol-MT, petrol-AT, diesel-MT, and diesel-AT, priced at Rs. 23.43 lakh, Rs. 24.85 lakh, Rs. 24.56 lakh, and Rs. 26.01 lakh, respectively, all ex-showroom. The Tata Safari Stealth Edition is available in six configurations: petrol-MT (7-seat), petrol-AT (7-seat), petrol-AT (6-seat), diesel-MT (7-seat), diesel-AT (7-seat), and diesel-AT (6-seat), priced at Rs. 24.04 lakh, Rs. 25.46 lakh, Rs. 25.56 lakh, Rs. 25.21 lakh, Rs. 26.66 lakh, and Rs. 26.76 lakh, respectively, all ex-showroom.

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