Drop-dead gorgeous cars gearing up for gala launch

The Indian car market has been witnessing a lot of action this year. While a handful of cars have already been launched, as many as 20 more new cars will be launched in India in 2018. Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra, Tata are gearing up to match their targets. Earlier, companies revealed many of their upcoming models at Auto Expo 2018. The new models are expected to get evolutionary designs and come forth with a fresh approach. Here is the list of five drop-dead gorgeous cars gearing up for gala launch soon.

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Hyundai Santro 2018

Hundai Santro 2018 is being actively tested in India ahead of its October 23 launch. According to reports, Hyundai Santro 2018 will get low cost CEAT tyres. Hyundai Santro 2018 will follow the same tall body stance as seen on the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R.  

Hyundai Santro 2018 expected Specifications:

1. Engine: 998 cc
2. Max Torque: 95Nm@3500rpm
3. Engine Description: 1.0-Litre 70bhp 12V
4. Fuel Type: Petrol and CNG
5. Max Power: 70bhp@6200rpm

Hyundai Santro 2018 expected Price: 

Hyundai Santro 2018 in India is expected to be priced at Rs 4 lakhs for the base variant and Rs 6 lakhs for the top model. 

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Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 2018

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 2018 is all set to be launched in India in October. The new Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is the six-speed manual unit MPV having 1.5-litre petrol engine with smart hybrid technology. The car will be the latest seven-seater configuration model by Maruti.

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 2018 expected Specifications:

1. Engine: 1,248 cc
2. Torque: 138Nm 
3. Engine Description: 1.5-litre VVT
4. Fuel Type: Petrol and CNG
5. Transmission: 6-speed MT & AMT/CVT

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga 2018 expected Price:

The base price for the car in India is expected to be set at around Rs 6.5 lakh and the high-end model will be priced at around Rs 11 lakh.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 2018

Maruti Suzuki is working on the seven-seater version of the Wagon R. The car is expected to enter the production phase for the Indian market in September this year. However, there is no official confirmation by Maruti Suzuki about the exact launch date of the Wagon R based MPV. Buyers can expect the car to hit the showrooms across the country in November this year.

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 2018 Key Specs:

1. Engine: 660cc 
2. Max Torque: 50Nm
3. Engine Description: 1.0-litre petrol
4. Fuel Type: Petrol and CNG
5. Max Power: 68bhp

Maruti Suzuki Wagon R 2018 expected Price: 

The base variant of the Wagon R 2018 will be sold for roughly Rs 4.50 lakh and the high-end variant for around Rs 6 lakh.

Mahindra Y400 SUV 2018

Mahindra is gearing up to launch its new flagship model Mahindra Y400 SUV in India. The launch event is likely to take place on October 9. The new seven-seater SUV will sit above Mahindra’s already existing XUV 500 variant. It is also expected to replace the first-gen SsangYong Rexton. 

Mahindra Y400 SUV 2018 Specifications:

1. Engine: Petrol: 2.0-litre GDi Turbo, Diesel: 2.2-litre mHawk Turbodiesel
2. Power: Petrol: 225bhp, Diesel: 184bhp
3. Torque: Petrol: 349Nm, Diesel: 420Nm
4. Gearbox: Petrol: 6-speed MT & 6-speed AT, Diesel: 6-speed MT & 7-speed AT

Mahindra Y400 SUV expected Price:

Mahindra Y400 SUV base model price is expected to be around Rs 22 lakh and for the high-end variant, the price will be around Rs 28 lakh.

Honda CR-V 2018

Honda is all set to launch its new car, CR-V SUV 2018 in the Indian market on October 9. Earlier, Honda showcased the car at Auto Expo 2018. The new Honda CR-V is larger than the outgoing model and will be offered in two engine options. CR-V 2018 will be launched for the first time with a seven-seater configuration.

Honda CR-V 2018 Specifications:

1. Engine: 1,498 cc
2. Max Torque: 179 ft-lb @2000 rpm 
3. Engine Description: 2.0-litre engine puts out 154hp and 189Nm of torque
4. Fuel Type: Petrol and CNG
5. Max Power: 190 hp @5600 rpm

Honda CR-V 2018 expected Price:

Honda CR-V 2018 base model price is expected be around Rs 28 lakh. However, the prices will be higher for the top-end car variant.