New Sedans Launching In 2025
In the Indian automotive landscape, the market winds favour SUVs. However, there are still people who prefer sedans and cherish the experience they provide. The Bharat Mobility Expo 2025 was proof of this, as it showcased a bunch of new sedans that could potentially be launched in India. Here are 6 sedan cars that are expected to launch in India, in 2025.
Slavia Facelift
Skoda India could launch a facelifted Slavia this year, during the festive season. It would slot in as a mid-life update to the sedan that enjoys decent popularity among Indian buyers. The facelift is expected to come with notable design enhancements. It could have sharper headlamps, an updated grille, redesigned front and rear bumpers, and a new set of alloy wheels. Some rumours also say that Skoda might also add connected full-width DRLs as well.
The facelifted Slavia will also come with more technology and features inside. Finer details of the same are unclear as we speak. The sedan could even get ADAS with the update. The powertrains are expected to remain unchanged. The facelift would also be powered by the 1.0 TSI and 1.5 TSI turbocharged petrol engines, offering manual, AT and DSG transmissions.
Virtus Facelift
The Virtus is Volkswagen’s version of the Slavia. It could also get a facelift in 2025. The Volkswagen Virtus facelift could be out by mid-2025. Like the Skoda sedan, this too will have styling changes and feature additions.
Octavia RS
Skoda will bring the all-new Octavia RS performance sedan to the Indian market, in 2025. It will be brought as CBU. Skoda recently showcased the car at the Bharat Mobility Global Auto Expo 2025. The Octavia RS would come with a 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine making 264 bhp and 370 Nm. The transmission on offer is a 7-speed DSG gearbox.
Skoda Superb Diesel
Skoda is known to bring the Superb sedan back to the Indian shores. Skoda Superb has been a popular model in the Indian market. Upon its return, the Superb will be brought as CBU. Diesel engines will make a return on Skoda cars through the new Superb. Likely to be priced at around 55 lakh, ex-showroom, the new Superb will have major restyling gone into it. Both the exterior and interior will have major tweaks. The upcoming Superb will have a 2.0-litre diesel engine that is expected to produce 188 bhp and 320 Nm. This engine will later make its way into the Kodiaq as well.
Octavia 1.5
Skoda is also known to be working on introducing the Octavia with the Slavia’s 1.5 TSI turbocharged petrol engine. This powerhouse generates 150 hp and 250 Nm on the Slavia. Even with the same tune, it could make for a good fit on the Octavia. To maximise fuel efficiency, this engine comes with Active Cylinder Deactivation technology. Globally, the Octavia is available with the 1.5-litre EA211 EVO2 engine producing 150 Bhp- quite similar to the engine found on the Slavia 1.5. We are yet to get clarity on the actual launch plans or timelines of this product.
Tigor Facelift
The Tigor is a popular sedan based on the Tata Tigor hatchback. It’s been on sale for quite some time. Tata Motors is expected to roll out a facelift for the Tigor sometime this year. Changes on the facelifted car will mostly be cosmetic. The sedan will likely get revised front and rear ends. New headlamps, tail lamps, bumpers etc are to be expected. The cabin will see the addition of new features and improved upholstery. Powertrains will likely remain untouched.