Category: Auto Tech

Key Highlights

• 486cc, 51hp, 45Nm parallel twin engine powers MBP M502N
• Similar to Benelli, Keyway, and Zontes, AARI will manage distribution
• Keyway will also introduce its SR250 neo-retro motorcycle at the Auto Expo

The Italian automobile brand MBP, also known as Moto Bologna Passione, is planning to join the Indian market. Adishwar Auto Ride, which already represents a number of other firms in India, including Benelli, Keeway, and others, will also handle the MBP’s services and distributions in the country. MBP will begin its voyage in India with the M502Nwhich is a powerful 500cc twin-cylinder engine naked streetfighter-style motorcycle. Let’s have a look at the important key details:

MBP M502N: Design

The MBP M502N is supported by a twin-spar frame and has a cutting-edge design. The bike’s futuristic characteristics are combined with a naked sports bike-like design. The bike is expected to have many features, including Bluetooth connectivity, LED lights and a digital instrument console.

MBP M502N: Engine And Features

The 486cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin engine that powers the M502N produces 45Nm of torque at 6,750 rpm and 51hp of power at 8,500 rpm. It is mated to a 6-speed transmission. KYB provided the suspension, which included a monoshock and a preload-adjustable fork. J.Juan provides the braking system, which includes dual-channel ABS and twin discs up front and a single disc at the back. The bike features 17-inch alloy wheels anyre type is Pirelli Angel GT. The M502N’s seat height is 790mm, and its kerb weight is 198kg.

MBP M502N: Expected Price

The M502N’s price will be made public by MBP at the upcoming Auto Expo 2023 in January. It is anticipated that the M502N’s cost in India will be around Rs. 5 lakh (ex-showroom). Currently Bajaj Dominar 400, Benelli 502C, Honda CB500X are amongst the trending bikes with a 500CC engine in the Indian market.

We are expecting the MBP M502N to go up against the likes of aforementioned models in the country. We are yet to get the exact details related to the key features and specs, specifically what all features would be borrowed from the international model and what all new updates we get to see. Nevertheless, its just a few weeks for the upcoming Auto Expo 2023 event where we will get all the possible details including thhe spec-sheet and exact India availabilty.

Key Highlights

• Prior to its debut, Kia India teased the EV9 concept on its social media
• Production of the Kia EV9 could begin by the end of the following year
• In around 20 minutes, a battery may charge from 10 to 80 percent

The first sneak peeks at what Kia India will be bringing to the 2023 Auto Expo has been released. The company has provided a glimpse of the EV9 electric concept SUV via a brief teaser video on its social media handles. The teaser video shows a portion of Kia’s iconic “tiger nose” grille in a different light. The Kia EV9 electric concept car has already made its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show in 2021 and is anticipated to go into production globally by the end of 2023.

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Kia EV9 Concept: Design And Dimensions

The Kia EV9 is a concept car that measures 4,929mm in length, 2,055mm in width, and 1,790mm in height. It will share the same Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) as the Kia EV6 currently offered in India .

Individual LED light modules and a Z-shaped headlight cluster are key features of the Kia EV9 combined with a boxy, upright posture, sharp edges, flat surfaces, and a sizable glasshouse. The teaser video further shows vertical LED tail lamps.

Kia EV9 Concept: Battery And Powertrain

The Kia EV9 is expected to have a 77.4kWh capacity. The EV9 is anticipated to feature a range of over 500 kilometers on a single charge. However, Kia hasn’t released the official output data including the battery, engine power, and range.

As per the information available, it will take roughly 20 minutes to rapidly charge the battery from 10-80% using the integrated E-GMP platform that permits quick charging at speeds of up to 350kW.

What Else To Expect From Kia At Auto Expo 2023

Kia will exhibit the EV6 in addition to the EV9 at Auto Expo 2023. On the occasion, Kia is also likely to unveil the second-generation Carnival in India as well as a facelift for the Seltos SUV. The Sorento SUV from Kia’s international lineup is also most likely to be showcased at the Auto Expo 2023.

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Key Highlights

• At the 2023 Auto Expo, Tata Motors is likely to present the Safari facelift SUV
• The Tata Safari is most likely to include the ADAS technology
• Could rival MG Hector Plus , Kia Carens, and Hyundai Alcazar

The Tata Safari will get a mid-life facelift two years after its debut and will be showcased at the upcoming Auto Expo 2023 event in India. Tata Motors is probably going to give the Safari facelift a minor design update along with some new hardware features. A larger touchscreen infotainment system, a 360-degree parking camera, and an enhanced driving aid system are anticipated for the Tata Safari facelift (ADAS). Let’s talk about specifics like the Tata Safari facelift’s anticipated size and engine specifications, anticipated launch date, competitors, and anticipated pricing.

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Tata Safari Facelift 2023 Expected Specs

It’s expected that the 2.0L turbo diesel engine will be the driving force in the Tata Safari facelift. This engine is the same as the previous-gen model that can produce 350Nm of torque between 1750 and 2500 rpm and 170PS of power at 3750 rpm. To meet BS6 phase 2 pollution requirements, the 2.0L turbo diesel engine will probably undergo subtle tweaks. The Tata Safari Facelift model will ship along with gearbox choices of a 6-speed torque converter automatic and a 6-speed manual.

Tata Safari Facelift: Rivals

The Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector Plus, Hyundai Alcazar, Kia Carens, and Toyota Innova Crysta are just a few of the D1-segment SUVs that the Safari competes with currently. The same rivals are expected for the facelift versions too. Due to its longer length, Toyota’s most recent model, the new Innova Hycross, is classified as a D2-segment vehicle and could be another prime contender against the Tata Safari SUV In this segment.

Launch and Expected Price

At the 2023 Auto Expo, Tata Motors is set to present the Safari makeover. It’s possible that the updated Safari may debut around the middle of 2023. After the launch of the Safari facelift, we anticipate Tata Motors to introduce the Harrier facelift.

At this time, the Tata Safari costs between Rs. 15.45 lakh and Rs. 23.76 lakh (ex-showroom). For the Safari makeover, Tata Motors would probably levy an additional fee of between Rs. 40,000 and Rs. 80,000. This information is provided by the recent leaks and rumors and not the brand itself. Therefore, the exact pricing would be difficult to speculate.

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Key Highlights

• Tatas’s fourth electric car for the Indian market will be the Tata Punch EV
• Could use the Ziptron powertrain as Tata’s current EV models
• CNG version of the Punch to compete with vehicles like the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso CNG

At the forthcoming Auto Expo in 2023, Tata Motors plans to introduce the Tata Punch SUV in all-electric form. Tata Punch EV production will begin in June 2023, according to online reports. The Tata Punch EV is most likely to be introduced around Diwali in 2023. Here are some of the most key details we currently know about the next electric SUV from Tata.

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Tata Punch Electric SUV Platform

The Tata Punch EV is anticipated to deliver a log riding range on a single battery charge. It is likely to offer a big cabin since it will be based on the company’s Sigma platform. The electric vehicle is also anticipated to have a comparable powertrain to the other available Tata EVs in the market. However, the precise characteristics of the battery pack and power delivery of the car are not yet known. But as is the case with with the company’s recent electric cars, two battery pack alternatives should be available for the Punch EV SUV too.

The Tata Punch EV’s feature set will largely be determined by the ICE version. We can anticipate it to borrow a touchscreen infotainment system, drive modes, a semi-digital instrument cluster, and other key characteristics from the existing model .

Price Expectation

When it comes to the Tata Punch EV’s price, the electric vehicle will likely be more expensive than the ICE model. Consequently, we can anticipate it to be in the range of Rs 9–10 lakh (ex-showroom). Furthermore, given the company’s history of releasing different powertrains for a model, it is likely that the powertrain choices for the Tata Punch will also include a CNG variant.

Considering the expected price range, we can expect the Tata Punch electric SUV to go up against the likes of MG Air City EV, Citreon eC3, and even the brand’s own Nexon EV prime. It would be interesting to see what all other upgrades Tata has in store for the automobile enthusiasts at the Auto Expo 2023 event.

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Key Highlights

• Toyota has officially announced its plans for its Auto Expo 2023
• Displays to include diverse range of green technologies including electrified vehicles as well as SUVs

A variety of electric vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles, fuel cell electric vehicles, flex fuel hybrid electric vehicles, and self-charging strong hybrid electric vehicles are on show at the technological zone of Auto Expo 2023. Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is prepared to participate in the Auto Expo 2023 mega event with its cutting-edge technology and product line-up based on the theme of “The Thrill & Joy of moving together”.

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Glanza Hatchbook

The teaser video and recently released photos of the upcoming Toyota Glaza model appear to show slight alterations to the older model. There are only a few modifications including the addition of a Toyota emblem on the boot and Glanza badging on the left side. The photos of the vehicle refer to it as a “V” variant, which is most likely the rival of the Maruti Suzuki Baleno Alpha variant.

As for the Toyota Glanza’s engine specifications, just the petrol engine will be available which will be the freshly released 1.2-liter petrol unit. Speaking of the transmission responsibilities, they will be handled by a CVT and the same 5-speed manual transmission.

Urban Cruiser Hyryder

The Urban Cruiser Hyryder SUV features a distinctive crystal acrylic grille and dual LED DRLs on either side. A large trapezoidal grille, LED projector headlamps, and a skid plate are all housed in the bumper. It has a set of stylish LED tail lamps in the back and wide, dual-tone 17-inch alloy wheels on the front. Toyota offers the Urban Cruiser Hyryder in seven monochromatic and four dual-tone color schemes with a black roof, giving buyers a wide range of color options.

Two different powertrain options will be available for this new SUV including the 1.5-liter gasoline model with a powerful hybrid system and peak output of 91 bhp and 122 nm (power and torque respectively), while the electric motor will offer 79 bhp oeak power and 141 nm torque. The engine and motor work together to produce 114 horsepower at their maximum output.

The second option available will be a 1.5-liter K-series petrol engine with an Integrated Starter Generator (ISG). The engine has a maximum output of 135Nm of torque and 100bhp of power. This engine will feature an all-wheel-drive (AWD) system along with either a 6-speed automatic or a 5-speed manual gearbox.

Innova Hycross

The Toyota Innova Hycross MPV’s hybrid drivetrain will ship with a 2.0L hybrid petrol engine with a stated fuel economy of 21.1kmpl in addition to the standard 2.0L petrol engine.

There are two engine choices for the Toyota Innova Hycross including a 2.0L standard gasoline engine and a 2.0L powerful hybrid gasoline engine. The 2.0L regular gasoline engine will deliver 204Nm of torque between 4500 and 4900 rpm and 174PS of power at 6600 rpm. The 2.0L petrol hybrid engine generates 206Nm of torque between 4400 and 5200 rpm and 186PS of output at 6600 rpm. A CVT transmission option is available for both variants.

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Key Highlights

• India will receive the BYD Atto 3 as a CBU import
• Atto 3 to be priced about Rs 30 lakh
• Atto 3 to employ proprietary Blade Battery Technology

On November 11, 2022, BYD introduced the Atto 3 electric crossover in the Indian market. At the 2023 Auto Expo, we anticipate the Chinese automaker to display the Atto 3 electric SUV that will go up against the likes of the MG ZS EV, Hyundai Ioniq 6, and others. What all features can we expect from the ATTO Electric 3 SUV and how much would be its price? Read on here:

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BYD ATTO 3 Electric Car Design, Key Features

BYD made its commercial debut in India in 2017 with electric buses and in November 2021, the brand launched an all-electric MPV called the e6. Now, the Atto 3 would be BYD’s latest bet in the electric car market. The Atto 3 has a wheelbase of 2,720mm, a length of 4,455mm, and a width of 1,875mm.

The BYD Atto 3 electric SUV will use a permanent magnet synchronous motor that will generate around 204 horsepower and 310 Nm of maximum torque. This SUV has a kerb weight of 1,680 and 1,750kg and as per BYD, the mises a 0-100kph time of under 7.3 seconds.

The Atto 3 would possibly come with a choice of two battery packs with WLTP ranges of 320 km and 420 km, respectively. The company’s unique Blade Battery Technology used in the Atto 3 is said to be more reliable in harsh environments than conventional battery technologies used by current-generation electric cars.

The BYD Atto 3 electric SUV supports up to 80kW DC rapid charging which is supposed to recharge the battery pack in under an hour. Charging choices will possibly include a 3-pin AC or a Type-2 AC charger.

The international version comes well-equipped with ambient lighting, LED headlamps, 18-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, power front seats, a digital instrument cluster, and a 12.8-inch rotatable touchscreen. The same is expected in the Indian Atto 3 electric SUB variant.

Additional features will include seven airbags, ESP, hill descent control, a 360-degree camera, and a tire pressure monitoring system will be offered as safety features. Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), fully adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, collision warning (front and rear), lane departure warning, lane-keeping assist, blind spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear cross-traffic braking features will also be added.

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Price

The Chinese automaker will enter the personal EV market in India with an ATTO 3 electric SUV. The price expected is around 30 lakh which (ex-showroom).

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The automobile industry is all buckled up for the upcoming Auto Expo 2023 car show. Following almost a three-year of break, the biggest automobile event is happening in India. This time the automakers will head to the Auto Expo 2023 centerstage to unveil their new cars and bikes. The event commences on January 13 and will go on until January 18 2023 at Indo Expo Mart in Greater Noida Uttar Pradesh. Popular automobile giants such as Hyundai, Maruti, Toyota, Kia, and MG Motors have already confirmed their presence at the Auto Expo 2023. We are doing a quick wrap-up of the top expected cars including SUVs and electric cars that will be showcased duringthe car show:

Car Models At Auto Expo 2023	Expected Price
Maruti Jimny 5 Door	Rs. 10 Lakh (ex showroom)
Hyundai Ioniq electric	Rs. 45 Lakh (ex showroom)
MG Air City	Rs. 10 lakh (ex showroom)
Tata Punch EV	Rs. 14 lakh (ex showroom)

Maruti Jimny 5 SUV At Auto Expo 2023

One of the most hyped SUVs that is expected to be unveiled at the Auto Expo 2023 is the Maruti Suzuki Jimny 5-Door. One of the true competitors of the Mahindra Thar 5-Door will probably be the eye candy of the Auto Expo 2023. Maruti is expected to launch the Jimny 5-Door SUV with a 1.5-liter K-15B engine combined with Suzuki AllGrop 4WD manual gearbox. The expected price range of Jimny 5-Door in India is likely to start at Rs. 10 Lakh (Ex-Showroom).

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 Electric Car At Auto Expo 2023

 Hyundai is all set to storm the Auto Expo 2023 centerstage with its futuristic electric car called Ioniq 5. Debuting as Hyundai’s first Electric-Global Modular platform-based electric car, the Ioniq 5 got recently unwrapped with a 72.6kWh battery capacity generating around 214bhp peak power and 350Nm torque. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 will be available in the premium category starting at Rs. 45 lakh (ex-showroom).

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MG Air City EV Auto Expo 2023

MG is also taking to the Auto Expo 2023 centerstage to launch a new range of electric cars. The Air City EV will be an electric car from MG that will be introduced during the upcoming automobile event. The MG Air City EV 4 will be announced with a 20kWh to 25kWh battery capacity delivering up to 150km range. Furthermore, the MG Air City EV could likely produce around 40hp peak power using a single motor and priced starting around Rs. 10 lahks (ex-showroom).

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Tata Punch Electric SUV At Auto Expo 2023

Tata like other prominent automobile brands is also rumored to add a new electric car to its portfolio. The Tata Punch EV is one of Tata’s anticipated electric cars that could be the first Alfa architecture-based Electric SUV. The Tata Punch EV is also said to use the Ziptron powertrain drivetrain similar to the remaining Tata electric cars. The Tata Punch EV could be priced starting at Rs. 14 lakh in India (ex-showroom).

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Key Highlights

• The test mule for the upcoming Hyundai Verna has been spotted numerous times.
• The 2023 Auto Expo is where it is anticipated to make its public premiere.
• The forthcoming Verna for 2023 will probably be an improvement over the current model in terms of exterior and interior upgrades.

The newest version of Hyundai India’s Verna sedan is anticipated to be unveiled during the Delhi Auto Expo in 2023. The popular offering from Hyundai is guaranteed to attract a lot of attention when it eventually comes. Camouflaged test mules of the upcoming Verna have already been sighted throughout Delhi and Chennai. Here is what we may anticipate for the 2023 Verna based on reports and Hyundai’s global product road map.

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Design

The newest telematics and infotainment systems might be available in the new Hyundai Verna. Additionally, a fully digital instrument panel and extras like ventilated driver and front passenger seats are likely to be included. Additionally, it’s expected that the manufacturer will provide a variety of safety features, such as a 360-degree camera, air purification system, front and rear parking sensors, etc. We’re waiting for further interiors information.

Engine

The powertrain choices for the 2023 Hyundai Verna are most likely to remain. One of these is a 1.5-liter gasoline engine with naturally aspirated fuel. two engines: a 1.5-liter turbo-diesel engine and a 1-liter turbo-petrol engine. To fulfil the impending pollution standards, the engines will likely need to be modified, which means they may have mild hybrid technology, automatic start/stop, and brake energy regeneration.

Expected Price

Hyundai is anticipated to charge between Rs. 10.0 lakh and Rs. 15.0 lakh for the new Verna.

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