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SUVs coming to India in the 2015 festive season

The Renault Kwid, Maruti Suzuki S-Cross, Tata Hexa and many other SUVs are headed our way

Overdrive|Jun 05, 2015, 00:00:16 IST

The festive season, between July and November in India, is an important time for the car buyer, what with new models, variants, goodies and discounts raining everywhere. And since the SUV segment seems to be catching up quite rapidly in this market, we have compiled a list of everything from hatchback-based pseudo-crossovers to full-size luxury SUVs that are set to hit showrooms in this auspicious period. Scroll down to check out all the options that'll be opening up in a few months' time.

Renault Kwid

When: September - November

Price: Rs 3-5 lakh

What to expect: After trying their hand at selling a rebadged Nissan Micra, Renault are now ready to launch their first indigenously developed hatchback, the Kwid. It will compete in the A1 bracket but unlike the Alto, Eon and the Go, ...Continue Reading...

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SUVs coming to India in the 2015 festive season

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Tesla's Cybercab to feature built-in Starlink antenna, bringing satellite internet to robotaxis

US rejects Tesla bid to avoid recall of nearly 20,000 vehicles over headlight issue

IIT Kanpur study finds no evidence E20 petrol damages engines, says mileage impact is minimal

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Volkswagen layoffs could hit 1 lakh as CEO warns of deeper cost overhaul