6 New Affordable Seven Seater Cars Lined Up For India
The number of car buyers with larger families is increasing in India. As a result of this, major automakers are now gearing up for the launch of new and more affordable seven-seater vehicles in India. Today, we have a list of six new affordable MPVs with seven seats that have been lined up for the Indian market. So, without any delay, let's jump right into the details.
Kia Carens facelift
The first MPV on this list is the popular seven-seater model from Kia, which is the Carens. As per the reports, Kia will be launching the new Carens facelift in India in the second week of May. In addition to this, the company has confirmed that it will not be replacing the current model. Rather, it will be sold alongside it with an added suffix to its name.
Kia will be offering this new and updated iteration of the Carens with new styling elements, along with features like Level 2 ADAS, a panoramic sunroof, and more. Powertrain options will remain the same — a 1.5-liter turbocharged petrol engine and a 1.5-liter turbocharged diesel engine.
Kia Carens EV
In addition to the new and updated Carens, the company will also be launching the electrified version of the Carens. The new Carens EV is expected to launch in May or June of this year. The main highlight of the Carens EV will be its electric drivetrain, which most likely will be the same as the Hyundai Creta Electric.
This means that the Carens EV will get a 51.4 kWh battery, offering a range of around 473 km. It will also get a front-axle-mounted electric motor making 135 PS. Pricing will be around Rs 25 lakh.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 7-seater
Maruti Suzuki is also working on the development of the 7-seater version of its popular mid-size SUV, the Grand Vitara. This SUV will be taking on the likes of the Mahindra XUV700, Tata Safari, Hyundai Alcazar, and others. This new three-row SUV from the brand will be making its debut in the coming months. It will boast a redesigned exterior and an updated interior. As for the powertrain, it will most likely get the same 1.5-litre three-cylinder strong hybrid drivetrain, which will generate around 115 bhp.
Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder 7-seater
In addition to Maruti Suzuki, its strategic partner Toyota is also planning to launch the 7-seater variant of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder, which will be based on the Grand Vitara 7-seater. In terms of the underpinnings, it will be exactly the same as the Grand Vitara.
However, the main difference will be on the exterior. The new model will get a different front fascia, new front and rear bumpers, and other aesthetic updates which will make it look more unique. Launch is expected sometime later this year.
Renault Triber facelift
In the budget 7-seater MPV segment, the Renault Triber is presently a very popular vehicle. Now, in order to increase its demand, the company is working on the development of a facelifted version of this budget MPV. The Triber facelift will feature several exterior design updates, including revised headlamps, a new grille, and possibly a redesigned set of wheels.
Currently, the Triber is only available with a 1.0-liter naturally aspirated engine. However, there are reports that the company could be offering a 1.0-litre turbocharged engine to mitigate the low power complaint of customers. Expect to see the new Triber in the market around June of this year.
Nissan compact MPV
The Japanese carmaker Nissan, who is a strategic partner of Renault, will soon be launching an affordable 7-seater MPV based on the Renault Triber. So far, the company has shared a few teaser pictures of this budget MPV. The exact launch date has not been revealed; however, it is believed that it could be arriving later this year.
In terms of design, it will boast a similar silhouette as the Triber. However, it will be different in terms of design to create a distinction between the two models. Powertrain options will also remain the same as the Renault Triber.