Kenichi Ayukawa, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “Mission Green Million is our commitment to bring advanced powertrain technologies for the Indian customers. In this mission, ‘Make in India’ will be our core philosophy. S-CNG and Smart Hybrid technologies on Maruti Suzuki cars have seen huge acceptance by customers. We have complete faith in the future of Indian automotive market and will accelerate our efforts for electrification of powertrains, with a technology agnostic approach. Our endeavor will be to offer realistic solutions for mass acceptance by customers.”
As a part to realize the Mission Green Million, Maruti Suzuki has showcased Concept Futuro-e: A futuristic, dynamic and stylish coupé SUV concept. Concept Futuro-e demonstrates Maruti Suzuki’s perspective on reimagining future green mobility.
On the global preview, Ayukawa said, “Concept Futuro-e is a design study. It presents possibilities of a new global design language for the SUV segment. The segment has recently seen a tremendous surge in popularity. A coupé styled SUV is a first from Maruti Suzuki stable and we are confident customers will like it.”
Conceptualised and designed by Maruti Suzuki designers, Concept Futuro-e envisages a fresh design interpretation for the SUV segment, with a vision to provide enthralling and engaging design experience for India’s young and aspirational youth.
Concept Futuro-e is defined by its distinctive SUV-coupé silhouette and balanced proportions. The crisp geometric surfaces lend a bold yet stylish presence to Concept Futuro-e.
Vitara Brezza BS-VI Petrol
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has unveiled the all-new Vitara Brezza, equipped with the powerful 1.5 Litre K-series BS-VI petrol engine. The latest version of India’s best-selling compact SUV, the Vitara Brezza, offers enhanced sportiness, bolder looks, stronger stance, premium interiors and a host of new features. Offering a complete package of power, convenience, comfort and premiumness, the all-new Vitara Brezza ensures an enhanced driving experience for customers.
Launched in 2016, the Vitara Brezza became an instant hit as it took the market by storm, emerging as the most awarded compact SUV. Its dominance over the segment is evident from the fact that in less than 4 years of its launch the Vitara Brezza has sold over 500,000 units. Vitara Brezza is the fastest to achieve the milestone in the SUV segment.
Conceptualised and designed by the team at Maruti Suzuki, Vitara Brezza redefined the compact SUV segment with its sporty and glamorous design. It established Maruti Suzuki as a leader in Utility Vehicle segment.
Kenichi Ayukawa, Managing Director and CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “Vitara Brezza created a disruption among compact SUVs. Offering a new dual tone design, class leading features, outstanding fuel efficiency and personalisation options, Vitara Brezza quickly emerged as a segment leader. Keeping up with its strong, urban and premium appeal, the new Vitara Brezza is bolder, sportier and more powerful. We are confident that it will continue the legacy with overwhelming customer response.”
The new Vitara Brezza is powered by the bigger and powerful 1.5 Litre K-series BSVI petrol engine. The new engine delivers a peak power of 77KW@6000 rpm with a top end torque of 138Nm@4400rpm leading to deliver a peppy driving experience. The engine will offer superior NVH characteristics, best-in-class fuel efficiency and an improved cooling performance. (MT)
Skoda Teases New Vision O Concept Interior
- By MT Bureau
- August 25, 2025
Skoda has released a teaser video offering the first look inside its upcoming Vision O concept car, revealing a new interior design language. The car will be officially unveiled on 8th September in Munich.
The interior showcases the next evolution of the brand’s Modern Solid design philosophy, focusing on a customer-centric and sustainable approach. The design emphasises a spacious layout with clean lines for a harmonious feel.
Oliver Stefani, Head of Skoda Design, said, “The interior design concept of the Vision O showcases our commitment to combining simplicity and sustainability with enhanced comfort. The combination of clean lines and intuitive functionality reflect our efforts to create a harmonious and functional interior. It features materials and design elements that are not only aesthetically an evolution of our Modern Solid design language but also emphasise environmental responsibility.”
The interior features a minimalist, ergonomic design that prioritises practicality and intuitive functionality. It includes unique 3D-printed headrests for a comfortable and airy feel. Following circular economy principles, the materials used throughout the cabin are sustainable, with a focus on plant-based and compostable components to reduce the car’s environmental impact.
The Vision O will be a look at the future of Skoda’s estate segment.
Renault Launches New Kiger SUV At INR 629,000
- By MT Bureau
- August 24, 2025
Renault India has released the new Kiger, an updated version of its sub-four-meter SUV at prices starting INR 629,000 with prices going upto INR 1.12 million (ex-showroom).
The SUV is an evolution of the previous model, features over 35 updates. It was developed to align with the ‘rethink performance’ philosophy.
The new Kiger has a refreshed exterior and an updated interior. It now includes a multi-view camera system, rain-sensing wipers and automatic headlamps. The Kiger is also equipped with a 20.32 cm touchscreen and a sound system.
The Kiger is available with two engine options: a 100 PS turbocharged engine and a 72 PS naturally aspirated engine. For safety, the new Kiger offers 21 standard safety features across all versions, including six airbags, ESP and Hill Start Assist.
Venkatram Mamillapalle, MD and CEO, Renault India, said, “We are excited to launch the New Kiger in a segment which is growing fastest and contributes 50% to the SUV sales and 31% to the TIV of the country. Kiger has been a unique product in its segment, and with this latest evolution, we are reaffirming our commitment to making expressive design, intelligent engineering, and real-world performance accessible to Indian customers. This marks a pivotal moment in Renault’s India centric transformation journey renault. rethink.”
Francisco Hidalgo, Vice-President, Sales and Marketing, Renault India, said, “Renault Kiger has shaped expectations in the compact SUV segment with its aesthetic design, modern details, and bold stance combined with the lightweight CMFA+ platform. The New Kiger remains highly agile and responsive, giving customers the confidence of SUV DNA with the ease of everyday driving on city roads and highways- ticking all that is required for perfect performance.”
Hyundai Exter Gets New Pro Pack, New Colour Options & Features
- By MT Bureau
- August 22, 2025
Hyundai Motor India (HMIL), one of the leading passenger vehicle manufacturers, has introduced ‘PRO’ Pack in its popular compact SUV the Hyundai Exter at starting price of INR 798,390 (ex-showroom).
The new Pro pack features wheel arch cladding, side sill garnish, all-new Titan Grey Matte colour and a Dashcam to make the SUV more safer.
Tarun Garg, Whole-Time Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hyundai Motor India, said, "At HMIL, we are continuously evolving our product offerings to resonate with the aspirations of today's young and progressive customers. The introduction of PRO Pack in Hyundai EXTER is a step further in this direction, combining bold styling, advanced technology and strong safety to create a truly distinctive value proposition. With its refreshed appeal, the PRO Pack in Hyundai EXTER strengthens our commitment to redefining customer delight and making every drive a PRO experience."
MOL, Suzuki Motor Corporation And TradeWaltz Join Forces To Decarbonise Automobile Trade Between India & Africa
- By MT Bureau
- August 22, 2025
MOL, Suzuki Motor Corporation and TradeWaltz have announced a new partnership to streamline and decarbonise the automobile trade between India and Africa. The three companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) at the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) in Yokohama.
This collaboration aims to address current challenges in the trade by leveraging digital solutions and enhancing efficiency. The companies will focus on identifying problems in the supply chain and developing solutions for smoother transportation. A key part of the initiative is also promoting decarbonisation efforts within the logistics process.
The partnership aligns with the ‘Japan-India Cooperation Initiative for Sustainable Economic Development in Africa,’ launched in February 2025. By combining their individual strengths, MOL, Suzuki and TradeWaltz hope to contribute to the economic development of both India and Africa. The companies stated that this MU is the first step toward building a more robust and interconnected automobile supply chain between these two rapidly growing markets.
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