Cars of 2019: Mega list of all upcoming car launches in India
We're a lucky bunch of car-buyers in the new year. The new cars that should be coming to showrooms near you in 2019, reads like a list of automotive buzzwords for the future, including all our all-time favourites. SUVs, Bharat Stage 6, plug-in hybrid, electric, autonomous cars and, in the case of a few anticipated launches on this list, a mix of most of the above combined! Here's your ready reckoner of the top new hatches, sedans, SUVs, hybrids, electric cars and luxury vehicles coming to India in 2019, to help you plan your purchase better.
HATCHBACKS
WagonR
Maruti Suzuki has been tight-lipped about it, but we know it will be based on the Japanese-spec car (in terms of dimensions) with restyled exteriors more in tune with Indian sensibilities. Expect a new, more spacious cabin, the existing engines with an AMT option, and all the premium features you see on larger Marutis.
How much? Rs 4 lakh, expected
When? Jan 2019
New-gen small Honda has hit-or-miss styling and loses the unique glass rear hatch, though it is a size larger than the previous Brio. Good news is the cabin is similar to what's on the new Jazz, so that does move it up a notch in terms of quality and space on offer.
How much? Rs 5 lakh onwards, expected
When? Late 2019
Tata 45X-production version
Premium hatchback from Tata, Maruti Suzuki Baleno and pack the Revotron and Revotorq engines, so expect the same.
How much? Rs 5.5-8 lakh, expected
When? Late 2019
SEDANS
We've seen it and wanted it at the Auto Expo last year, and Honda will do one better – the facelifted tenth gen Civic is what we'll get. Expect the new 1.6-litre diesel as in the CR-V, and the familiar 1.8-litre petrol under the hood.
How much? Rs 16-21 lakh, expected
When? Early-2019
New-gen sedan swaps curves for sharp, angular lines and distinctive triangular headlights. The cabin should be nicer too, with the new 8-inch floating touchscreen taking centre stage, apart from Hyundai's SmartSense passive safety technology making it safer than before.
How much? Rs 15-20 lakh, expected
When? Mid 2019
BMW 3-Series
It's the size of one of the last generation 5-Series, so you're technically getting your money's worth. New-gen car also moves BMW interiors into the future, finally. As to how it drives, head to our first drive review for more.
How much? Rs 45 lakh, expected
When? Mid 2019
SUV based on the
The XUV300, is a sub-4m SsangYong Tivoli, and will likely have the most powerful 1.5-litre diesel in its class, as borrowed from the Marazzo. In its sights will be the likes of Maruti Suzuki's best-selling Vitara Brezza, while the 2020-planned electric version has the future in mind.
How much? Rs 7.5-10 lakh, expected
When? Feb 2019
