ET Wealth, in collaboration with Cardekho.com, brings to you some of the vehicles expected to be launched this year. We have categorised five of the top choices in three price ranges: below Rs 7 lakh, between Rs 7 and Rs 15 lakh and between Rs 15 and Rs 40 lakh.
We tell you what to expect in each vehicle and its specifications. Additionally, we have provided the approximate resale value after three years, the monthly running cost you are likely to incur and the loan EMI if you choose to finance the vehicle from a bank. Here are our top picks for the between Rs 15-40 lakh category.
Best cars between Rs 15 lakh & Rs 40 lakh
Price: Rs 15-22 lakh (expected)
Expected launch: 26 Jan, 2021
Running cost (30 km/day per month): Rs 4,524 (Diesel)
Loan EMI (loan for 5 years, 80% financed at 9.25% interest): Rs 24,864
Expected resale (after 3 years): Around Rs 11-17 lakh
Specifications-
Fuel type: Diesel, petrol
Engine capacity: 2.0-litre diesel
Mileage: Up to 15 kmpl
After its 21-year stint ended in 2019, the legendary Safari nameplate is set to make a comeback. Safari is the production name of Gravitas which debuted at the 2020 Auto Expo. It looks similar to Harrier till the C-pillar. After that, it gets a stepped-up roof to make extra headroom for a third row of seats and a more upright rear profile. It also gets mildly updated tail lamps. Tata might also introduce some specific cosmetic updates at the front in order to set it apart from Harrier. Inside, the cabin layout looks similar to Harrier, but gets a black/beige finish instead of the black-brown/all-black finish on Harrier. Safari will resemble Harrier in features, as well as on the engine front. It will get a 2.0-litre diesel engine, with 170 PS and 350 Nm, paired with a 6-speed MT and a 6-speed AT.
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Price: Rs 15-20 lakh (expected)
Expected launch: Mid 2021
Running cost (30 km/day per month): Rs 5,112 (Petrol)
Loan EMI (loan for 5 years, 80% financed at 9.25% interest): Rs 24,864
Expected resale (after 3 years): Around Rs 11-15 lakh
Specifications-
Fuel type: Petrol, diesel
Engine capacity: 2.0-litre turbo petrol; 2.2-litre diesel
Mileage: Up to 15 kmpl
The second-gen XUV500 has been spotted testing and gets an all new design with wraparound headlamps flanking Mahindra’s signature grille, new alloy wheels and wraparound LED tail lights. Inside, it will get a completely redesigned cabin. It gets a Mercedes-like dual-screen setup for the digital instrument cluster and infotainment system. Other expected features are a panoramic sunroof, multiple airbags, multi-zone AC and connected car tech. Mahindra is also expected to offer segment-first level 1 autonomous technology. So, it will get features like autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. It is expected to share its engines with the new Thar, but in a higher state of tune.
Price: Rs 16-27 lakh (expected)
Expected launch: Feb 2021
Running cost (30 km/day per month): Rs 5,112
Loan EMI (loan for 5 years, 80% financed at 10% interest)
: Rs 26,522
Expected resale (after 3 years): Around Rs 12-20 lakh
Specifications-
Fuel type: Petrol, diesel
Engine capacity: 1.4-litre turbo petrol; 2.0-litre diesel engine
Mileage: Up to 15 kmpl
Jeep recently debuted the facelifted Compass in India and is already taking pre-orders. Its test drives are set to begin from the last week of January. It looks similar to the pre-facelift model, but gets mild exterior updates which make it look sharper, while the cabin gets a major overhaul. The main attraction is a large 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Other features include a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, dual-zone AC, 360-degree camera, ventilated front seats, powered tailgate, multiple airbags and a panoramic sunroof. The engines include the 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol and 2.0-litre diesel options. Both get a 6-speed MT as standard with an option of 7-speed DCT with petrol engine, and a 9-speed automatic with the diesel engine.
Price: Rs 30 lakh (expected)
Expected launch: 1 Feb, 2021
Running cost (30 km/day per month): Rs 4,524
Loan EMI (loan for 5 years, 80% financed at 10% interest): Rs 49,728
Expected resale (after 3 years): Around Rs 22 lakh
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Specifications-
Fuel type: Diesel
Engine capacity: 2.0-litre Diesel
Mileage: Up to 15 kmpl
Citroen is all set to unveil the India-spec SUV on 1 February, even though it was expected to debut by September 2020, but was delayed due to the pandemic . The C5 Aircross is a premium mid-sized SUV that will take on the likes of Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace and Skoda Kodiaq petrol. Under the hood, C5 Aircross is expected to have a diesel engine only, possibly a 2.0-litre engine with 176 PS and 400 Nm, mated with an 8-speed automatic. The features may include a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system. In terms of safety, the C5 Aircross could feature multiple airbags, front and rear parking sensors, and electronic stability control.
Price: Rs 35 lakh (expected)
Expected launch: Mid 2021
Running cost (30 km/day per month): Rs 5,112
Loan EMI (loan for 5 years, 80% financed at 9.25% interest): Rs 58,017
Expected resale (after 3 years): Around Rs 25 lakh
Specifications-
Fuel type: Petrol
Engine capacity: 2.0-litre TSI turbo petrol
Mileage: Up to 15 kmpl
Skoda debuted the Kodiaq petrol at the 2020 Auto Expo and was expected to go on sale by April 2020. However, it was delayed due to the pandemic and is now expected to be launched around mid-2021. It will be powered by a 2.0-litre TSI turbo petrol engine, with 190 PS and 320 Nm mated to a 7-speed DSG automatic. Like its diesel counterpart, the Kodiaq petrol will get an AWD system as a standard. It is likely to have similar features as before, such as adaptive LED headlamps, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 12-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, panoramic sunroof, 3-zone climate control and power nap package.
Note: *All prices are expected ex-showroom. Petrol price in Delhi on 19 Jan 2021: Rs 85.2/litre. Diesel price in Delhi on 19 Jan 2021: Rs 75.4/litre. Calculations for running cost and loan EMI are based on expected prices, and are indicative.
