Escudo – News Analysis India https://newsanalysisindia.com The news you need to know, explained Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Maruti and Renault to Launch New Cars, Set to Shake Up the SUV Segment https://newsanalysisindia.com/auto/maruti-and-renault-to-launch-new-cars-set-to-shake-up-the-suv-segment/ Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/maruti-and-renault-to-launch-new-cars-set-to-shake-up-the-suv-segment/ With the festive season approaching, automotive manufacturers are preparing to capitalize on the upcoming months with new product lineups. Maruti Suzuki and Renault India are set to launch a new mid-size SUV and an updated Kiger on September 3 and August 24, 2025, respectively. These models cater to different SUV categories and hold significance in their respective segments. The upcoming Maruti SUV (Maruti Escudo) will feature several firsts for any Maruti car in India, while the updated Kiger will be among the most affordable subcompact SUVs available in the country. Let’s delve into what these cars will offer. The Renault Kiger subcompact SUV is slated for a mid-life update. Official teasers suggest the updated model will include C-shaped taillamps, a sporty rear bumper, and a shark fin antenna. Reports indicate that the 2025 Renault Kiger will undergo significant changes, including a redesigned front fascia with Renault’s new logo and a new grille design. Some minor interior upgrades are also expected. The Renault Kiger facelift will retain the existing 1.0-liter naturally aspirated and 1.0-liter turbo petrol engines, generating 72PS and 100PS of power, respectively. It will offer both manual and automatic gearboxes. A CNG kit will also be available as a retrofit. Maruti Suzuki has not officially disclosed the name and details of the upcoming model set to hit showrooms on September 3, 2025. However, the new Maruti SUV is known as the Maruti Escudo. This mid-size SUV will feature Dolby Atmos audio technology and Level-2 ADAS. It will be equipped with a 4WD (Four-Wheel Drive) system in its segment. The powertrain, platform, features, and design elements will be based on the Grand Vitara. This means it will come in three engine options – 1.5-liter petrol, 1.5-liter strong hybrid, and a CNG variant. Some minor cosmetic changes are anticipated. Reports suggest the Escudo will be slightly longer than the Grand Vitara and have more boot space.

]]> SUV Segment to Witness a Boom: Maruti and Renault to Launch New Cars https://newsanalysisindia.com/auto/suv-segment-to-witness-a-boom-maruti-and-renault-to-launch-new-cars/ Sat, 16 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/suv-segment-to-witness-a-boom-maruti-and-renault-to-launch-new-cars/ The festive season is just around the corner, and automakers are gearing up to capitalize on it with their new product lineups in the coming months. Maruti Suzuki and Renault India are set to launch a new mid-size SUV and an updated Kiger on September 3rd and August 24th, 2025, respectively.

These models will be entering different SUV categories and will hold significance in their respective segments. The upcoming Maruti SUV (Maruti Escudo) will feature several first-time features for a Maruti car in India, while the updated Kiger will be one of the most affordable subcompact SUVs available in the country. Let’s take a look at what these cars have to offer.

Renault Kiger Facelift
The Renault Kiger subcompact SUV is expected to receive a mid-life update soon. Official teasers suggest that the updated model will have C-shaped taillamps, a sporty rear bumper, and a shark fin antenna. According to media reports, the 2025 Renault Kiger will undergo significant changes, including a front fascia featuring a new grille with Renault’s new logo. Some minor cabin upgrades are also expected.

The Renault Kiger facelift will retain the existing 1.0-liter naturally aspirated and 1.0-liter turbo petrol engines, generating 72PS and 100PS of power, respectively. It will be available with both manual and automatic gearboxes. A CNG kit will also be offered as a retrofit.

Maruti Escudo
Maruti Suzuki has not officially disclosed the name and details of this upcoming model set to hit showrooms on September 3, 2025. However, this new Maruti SUV is known as the Maruti Escudo. This mid-size SUV will feature Dolby Atmos audio technology and Level-2 ADAS. It will also be equipped with a 4WD (Four-Wheel Drive) system in its segment.

Maruti Escudo Based on Grand Vitara
Its powertrain, platform, features, and design elements will be the same as the Grand Vitara. This means it will come in three engine options – 1.5-liter petrol, 1.5-liter strong hybrid, and a CNG. Some minor cosmetic changes are expected. According to media reports, the Escudo will be slightly longer than the Grand Vitara and will have more boot space.

]]> New Hyundai Crossover Incoming: Should You Wait Before Buying an i20? https://newsanalysisindia.com/auto/new-hyundai-crossover-incoming-should-you-wait-before-buying-an-i20/ Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/new-hyundai-crossover-incoming-should-you-wait-before-buying-an-i20/ If you’re in the market for a new hatchback under Rs 10 Lakh, now might be a good time to pause. While immediate needs should be addressed, those who can wait a few months could have more options. Several new vehicles, including facelifts and hatchbacks, are slated to launch soon.

Maruti Suzuki plans to introduce a hybrid version of the Fronx. This could be an appealing alternative to the CNG versions of the Baleno, Fronx, and Swift. Hyundai is also planning new launches, including a compact crossover hybrid model, internally codenamed BC4i (Bayon). It will be powered by a new 1.2-liter Kappa engine, which will serve as a foundation for Hyundai’s hybrid portfolio in India. This engine aims to bridge the gap between the 1.0-liter and 1.5-liter turbo petrol engines.

Maruti Suzuki is also planning a new 5-seater SUV, possibly called the Escudo. Positioned between the Vitara Brezza and Grand Vitara, it will compete with the Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta. It’s designed for buyers wanting a more luxurious SUV than the Vitara Brezza at a lower price than the Grand Vitara. It may feature the existing 1.5cc, four-cylinder engine with hybrid enhancements.

Renault India is working on revamping its lineup. Currently selling the Kwid, Triber, and Kiger, the brand is set to introduce a new Duster and an EV hatchback. The Kwid EV has been spotted testing, and the new model resembles the Dacia Spring EV sold in global markets.

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