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A new SUV from Mahindra always grabs a lot of attention. The XUV700 marks Mahindra's entry into the connected car world and it brings in a host of changes when it comes to vehicle development. It might not be the best looking of the lot especially when you compare it to cars like the Alcazar or the Tata Safari, but the pricing sure makes it an attractive proposition. It certainly holds the potential to blow its competition out of water.

Compared to the two Korean SUVs, the top-spec Nexon misses out on features like wireless charging or ventilated seats. However, these are quite exclusive features anyway so, none of the other SUVs in this segment like - Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza, Toyota Urban Cruiser, or Ford EcoSport offer these as well.

The MG Astor is the petrol counterpart of the now popular ZS EV from the Chinese-British enterprise. It comes with a host of segment first features specially when it comes to safety and infotainment. MG is known to offer more for less and many segment-first features. With aggressive pricing and long feature list, the Astor could make a considerable dent in the ultra-competitive compact SUV segment.

The next-generation Kia Seltos has been spotted testing on Indian roads, following earlier appearances in Kia’s home market – South Korea – and a brief appearance in a recent Hyundai design centre documentary. The camouflaged test mule hints at a significant design overhaul that gels with Kia’s latest design language. 

Though heavily camouflaged, the test mule reveals several design changes over the current model. The front end sports a redesigned split headlamp setup and vertically stacked LED DRLs, which are likely going to be connected on the bonnet line. Notably, these styling cues are also seen on newer Kia models like the Syros and the upcoming Carens Clavis. Other noticeable changes include updated ORVMs and what appears to be an ADAS sensor mounted in the front bumper.

The profile of the compact SUV appears to maintain its upright stance, although it has boxier proportions and a revised window line. The alloy wheels feature a new design, though it remains consistent with the styling we have come to expect from recent Kia models. At the rear, the new-gen model is expected to feature a full-width LED light bar connecting the refreshed taillamps.

The spotted test mule seems to retain the same overall dimensions as the current version. While the interior remains under wraps for now, Kia is expected to introduce updates to refresh the cabin’s appearance and features.

Kia has previously confirmed that the new Seltos will be offered with a hybrid powertrain in the global markets. The company also aims to introduce hybrid models in India, targeting 25% of its sales to come from hybrids by 2030. 

The next-generation Kia Seltos is expected to make its debut later this year, with sales likely to begin in early 2026. First launched in India in August 2019, the Seltos was Kia’s first offering in the market. It received a facelift in July 2023 and has remained one of the brand’s top-selling models in the country.

It has many aspects working for it, and the robust sales only add to it. The nimble handling is more than adequate for daily city usage and is also equipped for a weekend getaway thanks to the ample boot space coupled with the high fuel efficiency figures. Furthermore, priced between ₹ 6.53 lakh to ₹ 9.91 lakh (ex-showroom).

There's lots of things to like about this car. There's lots of things that you might find fault with but it’s the pricing of the C3 that really shines out. At a starting price of Rs. 5.71 lakh Citroen has certainly let a cat amongst the pigeons and yes even with the glaring omission of the automatic, it still stands out

The compact sedan segment in India is undergoing an influx of fresher models with the Skoda Slavia and the hybrid version of the Honda City taking the fight straight to Maruti Suzuki Ciaz and the Hyundai Verna Volkswagen now has brought in the replacement to the VW Vento and yes it looks gorgeous. With a car like the Virtus, that is high on looks, features and two powerful petrol engines, Volkswagen might just hit it out of the park with the pricing.