5 Upcoming MPVs In 2025: Kia Carens Clavis To MG M9
Over the last few years, the demand for seven-seater vehicles in India has increased a lot, and for this reason, major automakers have lined up new models for launch. This year, we will be seeing the launches of five new MPVs in India, of which some will cater to the needs of the budget segment buyers. Meanwhile, some will be for the premium buyers. So, without any further delay, let's jump right into the details of the 5 upcoming MPVs in India.
Kia Carens Clavis
The first MPV on this list is Kia’s Carens facelift, which will be called Carens Clavis. The Clavis will be launched on May 8th and will sit alongside the current-generation Carens. As per the reports, Kia will be adding a new suffix to the Carens badge - Clavis - to differentiate the two siblings. In terms of changes, the new Carens facelift will get a more modern front fascia, including a new grille, new L-shaped LED headlights and DRLs, and a new front bumper.
It will also be getting a set of new alloy wheels, and the rear will also get new connected LED taillights. On the inside, the new Carens is expected to get dual connected 10.25-inch screens, a panoramic sunroof, an updated dashboard design, and ADAS Level 2. Pricing-wise, the new Carens is expected to start at Rs 11 lakh and could go up to Rs 20 lakh. Powertrain options of 1.5-litre NA, 1.5-litre turbo, and 1.5-litre diesel will remain the same.
MG MiFa 9
On the premium end of the MPV launch spectrum is the MG MiFa 9 electric MPV, which will be launched in the next few months. It will be taking on the ICE rivals like the Kia Carnival and the much more premium and expensive Toyota Vellfire luxury MPV. The main highlight of the MG MiFa 9 will be its cabin. It will get features such as captain seats with ottomans, massage, recline, ventilation, and heating features.
MG will also be offering the MiFa 9 with features including dual sunroofs, rear entertainment screens, tri-zone climate control, and others. As for the powertrain, it is expected to get a 90 kWh battery pack offering it a range of 500+ km. The pricing will be around Rs 75–85 lakh. For those who may not remember, this MPV was showcased at the Bharat Mobility Global Auto Expo this year.
Kia Carens EV
Along with the launch of the Kia Carens facelift, the company will also be launching the Carens EV as well. The electrified version of the Carens will most likely be borrowing the electric powertrain from the Hyundai Creta Electric. Currently, the Creta Electric is offered with two battery pack options of 42 kWh and 51.4 kWh. The former offers an ARAI-claimed range of 390 km, meanwhile, the latter offers 473 km of range.
The 42 kWh variant gets a 135 PS-generating electric motor. On the other hand, the 51.4 kWh option comes with a 171 bhp-producing electric motor. The Carens EV is expected to carry a price tag starting from Rs 25 lakh. As for the exterior design, most likely it will be based on the facelifted Carens and will get some EV-specific design elements like a closed-off grille.
Renault Triber Facelift
Renault will finally be giving its affordable MPV Triber a much-needed facelift. The new facelifted Triber has been spotted recently testing on Indian roads. This time around, the Triber will be getting a significant upgrade in terms of design and features. The new model is expected to get new headlights, a new front grille, and a new bumper. It will also be getting a set of new alloy wheels.
In terms of the interior, the new Triber is expected to get a new and updated dashboard layout, a larger touchscreen infotainment system, and overall, the materials used in the cabin will be more premium. The new Triber is expected to retain the same powertrain as the current model, which is a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine. This engine generates 72 bhp and 96 Nm of peak torque.
Nissan Triber-Based MPV
Recently, Nissan has also shared a teaser image of an affordable MPV, which will be based on the Renault Triber. This model will be manufactured alongside the Renault Triber in Chennai and will be launched by the end of this year or early next year, 2026. It will boast a different exterior design than the Triber to differentiate it. Apart from that, it will be exactly the same as the Triber.