The year 2013 has seen some car manufacturers struggle hard to get the sales going. However, some car manufacturers such as Ford, Honda and Hyundai have made a big impact by offering clever products in this dwindling market. With the 2014 Auto Expo coming up, the Indian market is expected to see a whole lot of action in the automobile space next year. The premium brands are keen to launch their products in the growing car market of India and the mass market players are ready to fight the stiff competition. So here’s a long list of new and updated cars expected to hit the Indian roads in 2014. All price estimates are ex-showroom, Delhi and are indicative only (actual price may vary).
HATCHBACKS
Bajaj RE60
Expected Price: Rs. 1.2 lakh
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: A Quadricycle that will be launched as a safer alternative to the three-wheeler.
Chevrolet Beat Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 4-6 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Exterior updates with new features.
Datsun GO
Expected Price: Rs. 3.5 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Value for money package with spacious interiors, frugal engine and mature styling.
Fiat Punto Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 5-8 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Updated exteriors, significant interior changes with new features.
Fiat Punto Abarth
Expected Price: Rs. 15 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Powerful 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine, sporty exteriors and interiors.
New Ford Figo
Expected Price: Rs. 4.5-7 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: All new styling, long list of features, 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine, competitive pricing.
New Honda Jazz
Expected Price: Rs. 5.5-7.5 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: New platform, fresh styling, feature loaded cabin, aggressive pricing with high localisation.
Honda Brio Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 4.20-6.20 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Mild cosmetic changes and interior updates.
Hyundai Eon Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 3-4 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Updated Fluidic styling and improved features.
New Hyundai i20
Expected Price: Rs 5-8 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: New platform, latest fluidic design, advanced gadgetry.
New Maruti Hatchback
Expected Price: Rs. 3-4 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Global hatchback intended to replace A-Star and Zen Estilo. Spacious interiors and fresh styling.
Maruti Suzuki Swift Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 4.6-7 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Minimal exterior changes included daytime running lights. Expect more features such as push button start and Bluetooth connectivity.
New MINI Cooper
Expected Price: Rs. 30 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: New UKL platform with increased dimensions, new styling and prominent interior changes.
Tata Nano Twist
Expected Price: Rs. 2.40 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Equipped with power steering.
Tata Nano Diesel
Expected Price: Rs. 3-4 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: 800cc turbo diesel engine, revised styling and openable hatch.
Tata Falcon Hatchback
Expected Price: Rs. 4-6.5 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Tata Vista successor with new sharp styling, more features and new diesel engine likely.
Volkswagen Polo Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 4.5-8 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: New 1.5-litre TDI diesel engine with revised styling and feature updates.
COMPACT SEDANS
Ford Figo Sedan
Expected Price: Rs. 5-7.5 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: New Ford Figo based sedan with fresh exteriors and spacious interiors, will replace the Classic.
Hyundai Compact Sedan
Expected Price: Rs. 5.2-8.2 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Hyundai Grand i10 based sedan to fill in the Accent’s shoes.
Maruti Suzuki Swift DZire Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 5-7.50 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Slight cosmetic updates and new features.
Tata Falcon Compact Sedan
Expected Price: Rs. 5-7.50 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Tata Manza successor, sub-4 metre sedan with new petrol and diesel engine options.
SEDANS
Audi A3
Expected Price: Rs. 22-26 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Entry-level Audi sedan based on the new MQB platform.
Audi A8 Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 95 lakhs to Rs. 1.80 crores
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Mid-life update with new matrix full-LED headlights and more features.
Audi S7
Expected Price: Rs. 1 crore
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Powerful 4.0-litre Bi-turbo V8 engine that develops 420 PS of power with 550 Nm of torque.
BMW 3-Series GT
Expected Price: Rs. 35-45 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: As spacious as a BMW 5-Series.
New BMW M3
Expected Price: Rs. 90 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: 3.0-litre twin turbo engine producing 425 BHP of power with 550 Nm of torque.
Fiat Linea Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 7.5-10 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Updated exteriors, new interiors with more features and 1.6-litre MultiJet diesel engine.
Ford Fiesta Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 7-11 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Significant exterior changes including the new Aston Martin grille, few interior changes.
New Honda Accord
Expected Price: Rs. 20-24 lakhs
Launch: End 2014
What to expect: All new styling with new features and new 2.4-litre direct injection petrol engine producing more power.
New Honda City
Expected Price: Rs. 7.50-11 lakhs
Launch: January 2014
What to expect: New exteriors, spacious interiors, long list of equipment, 1.5-litre diesel engine, competitive pricing.
New Honda Civic
Expected Price: Rs. 12-15 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Generational change, diesel engine option.
Hyundai Elantra Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 13-16 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Mild cosmetic and interior changes with even longer list of features.
Maruti YL1 Sedan
Expected Price: Rs. 7-10 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Sleek styling, spacious interior, good quality levels, premium features.
Mercedes CLA-Class
Expected Price: Rs. 22-28 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Entry-level Mercedes sedan targeted at young audience with sporty styling.
New Mercedes C-Class
Expected Price: Rs. 30-40 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: New S-Class derived styling, bigger dimensions and new equipment.
New Mercedes S-Class
Expected Price: Rs. 95 lakhs to Rs. 1.25 crores
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Class leading luxury, space and comfort. High-tech gadgetry.
Mercedes E350 CDI
Expected Price: Rs. 55 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine
Nissan Sunny Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 6.50-10 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Nissan Teana inspired exterior changes with mild interior updates.
Renault Fluence Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 13.50-15.50 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Interior and exterior upgrades with new gadgetry.
Rolls-Royce India Edition
Expected Price: Rs. 4 crores
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: India centric Rolls-Royce special edition. Could be based on any models available in India.
Skoda Octavia vRS
Expected Price: Rs. 21 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Powerful petrol and diesel engine options with sporty exterior and interior styling.
New Skoda Rapid
Expected Price: Rs. 8-10 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Euro Spec Skoda Rapid with new Octavia derived styling and features.
Skoda Superb Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 19-25 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Prominent changes in terms of exteriors, interiors and features.
New Toyota Corolla
Expected Price: Rs. 12-17 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: New design language, longer wheelbase, updated engine for more power and fuel efficiency.
Volvo S80 Facelift
Expected Price: Rs 45 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Updated exterior elements with new interiors and high-tech equipment.
SUVs
New Audi Q7
Expected Price: Rs. 60-90 lakhs
Launch: End 2014
What to expect: New styling, based on the latest MLB platform that is significantly lighter.
New BMW X5
Expected Price: Rs. 55-90 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Sporty new design philosophy, lighter body, fresh interiors and improved dynamics.
BMW X4
Expected Price: Rs. 50-60 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Smaller version of the BMW X6 having compact dimensions.
New Hyundai Santa Fe
Expected Price: Rs. 22 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Full-sized 7-seater SUV having sleek fluidic styling and class leading features.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
Expected Price: Rs. 65 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Appealing design, capable off-roader, luxurious, powerful and spacious.
Jeep Wrangler
Expected Price: Rs. 23 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Rugged exterior elements, strong performance and extreme off-roading capabilities.
Land Rover Discovery Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 85 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Subtle styling changes including LED DRLs and revised features.
Mahindra Scorpio Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 8-12 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Prominent styling changes, revised interiors for more space and features. Expect mechanical changes as well.
Maruti Suzuki S-Cross
Expected Price: Rs. 7.5-10 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: A crossover between a sedan and SUV that will come with spacious interiors and high driving position. 1.6-litre Fiat MultiJet engine likely.
Mercedes GLA-Class
Expected Price: Rs. 25-30 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Compact SUV based on the A-Class platform with sporty and masculine styling.
New Nissan X-Trail
Expected Price: Rs. 22-25 lakhs
Launch: End 2014
What to expect: Huge leap over the predecessor in terms of styling, features and pricing.
Porsche Macan
Expected Price: Rs. 55-80 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Audi Q5 based SUV from Porsche, which has a sleek and sporty design. It will be positioned under the full-sized Cayenne.
Range Rover Evoque Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 55-65 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Few styling changes but a new 9-speed ZF automatic transmission that improves fuel efficiency and responsiveness.
Renault Duster Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 8-12 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Exterior and interior tweaks with additional features.
Renault Koleos Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 22 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Revised styling and pricing.
Skoda Yeti Facelift
Expected Price: Rs. 12-16 lakhs
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: New Skoda design language and aggressive pricing via CKD assembly.
New Volvo XC90
Expected Price: Rs. 55-75 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: All new Volvo design language and platform.
MPVs
Datsun GO+
Expected Price: Rs 5.5 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Spacious cabin, frugal engine and competitive pricing.
Force Motors MPV
Expected Price: Rs. 11-14 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Mercedes Viano based Force MPV.
Honda Mobilio MPV
Expected Price: Rs. 6-9 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Spacious cabin, sporty styling, 1.5-litre diesel engine and competitive pricing.
Hyundai MPV
Expected Price: Rs. 9-12 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Full sized MPV, feature loaded cabin, attractive styling and aggressive pricing.
Renault Lodgy
Expected Price: Rs. 8-12 lakhs
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Sizeable MPV with spacious cabin.
SPORTS CARS
Porsche 911 Turbo
Expected Price: Rs. 2 crores
Launch: Early 2014
What to expect: Performance oriented sports car. 0-100 km/hr in 3.1 seconds.
Jaguar F-Type Coupe
Expected Price: Rs. 2 crores
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Exquisite coupe styling and powerful engines.
BMW i8
Expected Price: Rs. 1.5 crores
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: Performance electric car offering both practicality and speed.
Ford Mustang
Expected Price: Rs. 45 lakhs
Launch: Mid 2014
What to expect: A muscle car which not only goes fast in a straight line but also looks fast while standing still.
Lamborghini Huracan
Expected Price: Rs. 3.5 crores
Launch: Late 2014
What to expect: Gallardo replacement which is every inch a raging bull.