BMW has launched the X3 M40i in India at a starting price of INR 8.65 million. A CBU import and available in limited numbers, the new X3 model is engineered by M Sport. A sporty iteration of the X3 compact SUV line-up thus, the vehicle presents an elevated experience in terms of performance and luxury without letting go of the intrinsic qualities of the platform that the X3 is based on.
Available in Brooklyn Grey and Black Sapphire colours and featuring an exclusive Sensatec Perforated upholstery in Black, the X3 M340i is powered by a 360 bhp, twin-turbo 3-litre six-cylinder petrol engine mated to an eight-speed automatic Steptronic sport transmission with paddle shifters. Flaunting ‘M High Gloss Shadow Line’ package with extended features such as window graphics, roof rails and a ‘kidney shaped grille finished in a unique shade of black, the SUV gets stylish 20-inch diameter alloys and M Sport braking system (with callipers painted a bright shade of red and having the M logo on them).
Riding on 245/45 R20 tyres at the front and 275/40 R20 tyres at the rear, the vehicle flaunts carbon fibre accents in the cabin to match its sporty exterior. The accents duly highlight the vehicles performance and luxury orientation. The M badged multi-function steering wheel comes with contrast stitching of leather. Equipped with electrically adjusted seat with memory function, exterior mirror package, panoramic sun roof, ‘welcome light’ carpet, ambient lighting (with six dimmable designs) and electroplated controls, the X3 M40i also presents 3-zone automatic climate control and connected vehicle technologies in the form of BMW Gesture Control and wireless Apple CarPlay /Android Auto.
The vehicle’s Live Cockpit Professional system runs on BMW Operating System 7.0 and includes 3D Navigation with a high-resolution 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. The BMW Gesture Control recognises six pre-defined hand movements for control of a number of functions whereas the BMW Head-Up display projects information discreetly in the driver’s field of vision.
Fitted with an adaptive M suspension which ensures interesting balance between ride and sporty handling, the X3 M40i gets variable sport steering that is precise and highly responsive. The BMW Performance Control System increases the stability of the car by targeted breaking of the wheels. The list of driver assistance systems includes Parking Assistance Plus with 360 camera system. It aids parking in tight spaces.
Offering Comfort, Eco Pro, Sport and Sport+ modes, the X3 M40i gets auto start-stop, brake energy regeneration, 50:50 weight distribution and many other innovative technologies to ensure an undiluted sporty driving experience.
On the safety front for a vehicle that can do 0 to 100 kmph acceleration in 4.9 seconds and a top speed of 250 kmph, there’s a list of offerings such as six airbags, ABS with brake assist, Attentiveness Assistance System, DSC, Dynamic Traction Control (DTC), Cornering Brake Control (CBC), electric parking brake with auto hold, ISO-Fix child seat mounting, side-impact protection, electronic vehicle immobiliser and crash sensor, and dynamic braking lights.
MG SELECT Crosses 1,000 Sales And 15 Experience Centres
- By MT Bureau
- December 03, 2025
JSW MG Motor India has announced that its luxury retail channel, MG SELECT, has crossed a triple milestone: reaching 1,000-unit sales, inaugurating its 15th Experience Centre and maintaining the second position in India’s luxury EV market.
The network now encompasses 15 Experience Centres across 14 cities in India, reinforcing the brand's commitment to delivering an exclusive automotive retail journey. The recent inauguration of the 15th store in Jaipur further underscores the brand's ambition to redefine luxury mobility.
The milestone also highlighted sustained market demand for the select portfolio and is a key driver behind the brand’s 32 percent YTD growth in 2025.
The company claimed that the MG Cyberster, India's highest-selling sports car, has a 4–5 month waiting period, and the MG M9 - Presidential Limousine shows strong momentum in the luxury MPV segment. The MG Cyberster is available at an ex-showroom price of INR 7.49 million, while the MG M9 is available at an ex-showroom price of INR 6.99 million.
Anurag Mehrotra, Managing Director, JSW MG Motor India, said, "Our rise to become the second largest luxury EV brand in the country speaks to a singular belief. True luxury is felt in every touchpoint when precision, ambition and care move together. Through MG SELECT we have crafted an ownership world where innovation meets desire and where every interaction feels intentional. We are shaping the next era of electric mobility for India’s most discerning customers, with a commitment that is both bold and deeply personal.”
The MG SELECT Experience Centres are spaces for the brand's flagship vehicles. These venues provide an immersive, gallery-like setting, ensuring the display of these models is the focal point of the customer interaction. The Jaipur showroom, located at Tonk Road near Sanganer Flyover, exemplifies the MG SELECT philosophy of ‘Reimagining Luxury’, featuring spacious, serene, and technologically advanced environments that elevate the car buying journey.
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara Gets 5-Star Bharat NCAP Safety Rating
- By MT Bureau
- December 02, 2025
Maruti Suzuki India has been awarded a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating for its e Vitara, marking a moment for the company's electric vehicle strategy.
The e Vitara is built on Suzuki’s Heartect-e platform designed for electric vehicles to deliver strength, structural rigidity and advanced high voltage protection. The ‘Made-in-India, Made-for-the-World’ e Vitara is designed and tested for temperature conditions across the world, ensuring performance from as high as 60deg Celsius to as low as -30deg Celsius. The model is offered with 49 kWh and 61 kWh battery options.
Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India, said, “Congratulations to Maruti Suzuki for achieving 5-star Bharat NCAP in both adult and child occupant protection for their e Vitara. I am especially glad that Maruti Suzuki has shown real leadership in providing 7 airbags as a standard across all variants of the e Vitara.”
Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India, said, “The 5-star Bharat NCAP rating for e Vitara, our first Battery Electric Vehicle, is a moment of immense pride for all of us at Maruti Suzuki. Using the Bharat NCAP 5-star rating, we will export the e Vitara to more than 100 countries of the world. Bharat NCAP’s globally benchmarked stringent vehicle test protocols have been a catalyst in empowering customers to make informed decisions. I thank the Minister Gadkari, the officials in his Ministry and test agencies for their rigorous efforts and commitment in shaping India’s journey towards safe mobility.”
The e VITARA’s body structure uses more than 60 percent ultra-high tensile and high-tensile strength steel. Its battery protection system incorporates a structural design with an energy-absorbing battery pack mounting structure.
Key safety features include 7 standard airbags (including the Driver's knee airbag), Level 2 ADAS (Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control), Hill Hold Control, ABS with EBD and Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) and a 360-degree Surround View Camera.
Mahindra Launches First Dealership-Based Ultrafast EV Charger In Anantapur
- By MT Bureau
- December 02, 2025
Mahindra has marked a major milestone in its nationwide electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure expansion with the inauguration of its first dealership-based ultrafast charger – a 180 kW Charge_IN station.
This is the first of many such installations planned across Mahindra dealerships, forming a key pillar of the company’s commitment to building India’s ultrafast charging network.
This initiative scales up Mahindra’s Charge_IN ecosystem, complementing the 250 highway fast-charging stations already announced. The new 180 kW ultrafast chargers will enable EV users to charge quickly and conveniently at strategically located dealerships across the country, with 24x7 on-ground support.
Hyundai Motor India Wholesales Grow 9.1% In November
- By MT Bureau
- December 01, 2025
Hyundai Motor India, one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has reported wholesales of 66,840 units in November 2025, up 9.1 percent YoY as against 61,252 units last year.
This includes domestic sales of 50,340 units, up 4 percent YoY and exports of 16,500 units, up 27 percent YoY.
Tarun Garg, Whole-time Director & Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, “Supported by GST 2.0 reforms, we continue to carry forward sales momentum with a year-on-year growth in our monthly domestic sales in November 2025. Further, our commitment to bolstering India’s role as a global manufacturing hub is further solidified with 26.9% year-on-year growth in monthly exports.”
He further added that the all-new Hyundai Venue SUV, the company's first software-defined vehicle in India, has received more than 32,000 bookings within a month of its launch. The new Venue features ccNC infotainment powered by Nvidia.
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