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Hyundai Creta crosses 15 lakh sales milestone

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Hyundai Creta crosses 15 lakh sales milestone
Hyundai Creta

The Hyundai Creta crossed 15 lakh domestic wholesales by the end of September 2026, with cumulative dispatches reaching 15,12,036 units since its launch in July 2015. The SUV accounts for around 15 percent of Hyundai Motor India’s cumulative passenger vehicle sales since the company entered India, and 55 percent of its utility vehicle dispatches since the Creta’s launch. Creta exports reached 2,95,994 units through August 2026, putting the SUV close to the 3 lakh-unit mark.

Hyundai Creta domestic wholesales by fiscal year

Fiscal yearUnitsYoY change
FY201663,836–
FY201796,89952%
FY20181,07,13611%
FY20191,24,30016%
FY202082,074-34%
FY20211,20,03546%
FY20221,18,092-2%
FY20231,50,37227%
FY20241,62,7738%
FY20251,94,87120%
FY20262,01,9214%
FY2027*89,727-10%
Total15,12,036–

Hyundai Creta sales: FY2026 was its best year

The Creta recorded its highest annual wholesales in FY2026, at 2,01,921 units, up 4 percent year on year. Before that, wholesales stood at 1,94,871 units in FY2025, up 20 percent, and 1,62,773 units in FY2024, up 8 percent.

In the first half of FY2027, combined Creta and Creta electric wholesales stood at 89,727 units, down 10 percent from 99,345 units in the same period last year.

The updated Creta, launched in January 2024, and the Creta Electric, launched in January 2025, have together accounted for an estimated 5.3 lakh domestic units through September 2026.

Hyundai Creta exports near 3 lakh units

Creta exports totalled 2,95,994 units through August 2026. Annual exports peaked at 50,820 units in FY2018. They fell to 3,859 units in FY2024 before rising to 4,314 units in FY2025 and 6,496 units in FY2026. Exports in April-August 2026 stood at 2,338 units.

The internal-combustion Creta is available with three engine options: a 115hp 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, a 160hp 1.5-litre direct injection turbo-petrol and a 116hp 1.5-litre diesel. It is offered with four gearbox options across 27 variants. All variants come with six airbags and ABS with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), according to the source report. The Creta has an ARAI-certified mileage of 17.4kpl to 21.8kpl across the range. Prices range from Rs 10.91 lakh to Rs 20.14 lakh, ex-showroom.

The next-generation Hyundai Creta is expected to launch in India sometime in 2027 and is likely to use the K3 platform that underpins the second-generation Kia Seltos.

With inputs from Dhruv Dhaka

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2027 Kawasaki KLX300SM revealed

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2027 Kawasaki KLX300SM revealed
2027 Kawasaki KLX230 SM front right quarter.

If you saw the picture and thought the KLX230 got a new variant, you’re neither alone nor correct. What we have here is the KLX300SM, Kawasaki’s supermotard for the overseas markets, and the Japanese manufacturer has just given it a minor engineering and feature refresh for 2027.

  1. 2027 KLX300SM continues with a 292cc engine but with revised internals
  2. Not expected in India for the foreseeable future

2027 Kawasaki KLX300SM: What’s different from 2026?

The road-biased KLX230 upgrade that’s not in India (yet)

Discussing the changes is a very short affair in the KLX300SM’s case since there are only a few. First, the connecting rod big-end bearing has been changed from a needle bearing to a plain bearing, contributing to improved performance and slightly higher peak power and torque over the previous model. The single-cylinder liquid-cooled mill now makes 26.8hp and 24.9Nm compared to 25hp and 23.9Nm earlier.

Second, unlike in India, ABS is not mandatory in the US, so Kawasaki is adding single-channel ABS to the front 300mm disc for next year; the rear 240mm continues to be lockable by riders, but those who ride the KLX300SM are unlikely to complain about it. To accommodate the new ABS hardware, Kawasaki has switched from the dual radiators to a single, left-mounted radiator. However, Kawasaki says there shouldn’t be a difference in the overall cooling performance. Keeping in line with the times, Kawasaki has also updated the instrumentation and added smartphone connectivity. Through the Kawasaki Rideology app, users can connect their phone to the KLX300 for call/SMS alerts and navigation support.

Rider performing a left leaning turn on the 2027 Kawasaki KLX300 SM.

Supermotards typically offer long travel suspension and a slender build with road-biased tyres, usually 17-inch, at both ends. In the KLX300’s case, it has a USD fork with 230mm travel, adjustable for compression. The monoshock with 206mm travel can be adjusted for preload and rebound. This and the road-biased wheel and tyre setup are what make supermotards a fun package. For context, the KLX230 S – Kawasaki India’s road-focused dual-sport – has 160mm travel at the front and 163mm travel at the rear.

In the US, Kawasaki has priced the KLX300SM at USD 6,399 (Rs 6.08 lakh) for its single variant, and it will be available from early December. As for India, we’re only now starting to warm up to niche categories like off-roaders, thanks to the Hero Xpulse series and KLX230 (and the Honda XR series on the horizon), so Kawasaki is unlikely to bring the KLX300SM here anytime soon. That said, it would be nice to have the KLX300SM and its refreshed dual-sport siblings in India, and more variety for the KLX230 series (there’s also a KLX230 SM!).

2027 Kawasaki KLX300 SM right profile.
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BMW F 450 RR Sportbike revealed

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BMW F 450 RR Sportbike revealed
BMW F 450 RR front right quarter.

BMW has revealed the third motorcycle based on its 420cc engine platform, the F 450 RR. This follows the F 450 GS which was revealed last November and the F 450 R, which debuted as recently as two weeks ago. These trio of motorcycles are manufactured by TVS in Hosur.

  1. F 450 RR shares the same 420cc engine and chassis with the other two BMW 450s
  2. Total of three colour options available across four variants
  3. No prices or an Indian launch timeline, just like the F 450 R

BMW F 450 RR: What you should know

A familiar engine and chassis, fine-tuned for track use

BMW’s newest entry to its entry-level motorcycle segment shares its engine and steel tubular chassis that carries said engine as a stressed member, similar to its other two 450s. Its 420cc, twin-cylinder, liquid-cooled mill continues to mete out 48hp at 8,750rpm and 43Nm at 6,750 rpm. Other technical aspects such as the suspension, brakes and kerb weight are closer to its sport-naked sibling, the F 450 R, with sportbike-like design details like winglets and a full fairing, of course.

The F 450 RR has 17-inch tyres at both ends, KYB-supplied 43mm USD fork and monoshock suspension units – the latter offers rebound and preload adjustability as standard. The standard seat height is 790mm and BMW offers two seat options, to either increase it to 810mm, or drop it down to 775mm. Brakes are the same as the R, a 310mm front disc with a Brembo four-piston monobloc caliper and a ByBre 240mm rear disc. The base variant of the F 450 RR has a kerb weight of 177kg.

The F 450 RR has four variants, Base, Exclusive, M Sport and M Sport with Innovation Package. As standard, all four get the exact same rider aids as the R, some of which are, dual-channel and lean-sensitive ABS, a 6.5-inch TFT display with smartphone connectivity, and three ride modes (Rain, Road and Race). The Base gets a single Cosmic Black colour. Stepping up to the Exclusive variant gets you the Racing Red colour, a bi-directional quickshifter and Sport suspension that adds rebound and compression adjustability to the USD fork. The third M Sport variant gives you an additional user-customisable Race Pro ride mode and an Snaefell white/M Motorsport color scheme. The top variant, M Sport with Innovation Package, cinches down the package with ERC (Easy Ride Clutch) – BMW’s take on clutchless riding that we first saw on the F 450 GS.

BMW hasn’t revealed prices for the F 450 RR, or a timeline for an Indian launch, like the F 450 R. For context, the F 450 GS reached our shores six months after its international reveal, which means that the R and the RR could be expected in the first quarter of 2027. Once they get here, we anticipate the F 450 R to be the most affordable option with the F 450 RR sitting between it and the F 450 GS. Currently, the F 450 GS Base starts at Rs 4.95 lakh. BMW has another built-by-TVS sportbike in its line-up, the G 310 RR listed on the BMW Motorrad India website. The G 310 R and G 310 GS were discontinued last year, leaving the future of the G 310 RR uncertain.

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SCOOP! Jeep Gladiator India launch under consideration

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SCOOP! Jeep Gladiator India launch under consideration
jeep gladiator india launch scoop

Stellantis India recently announced a new and much-needed product onslaught comprising seven Citroen and five Jeep models, all due within the next four years. While the conglomerate did not specify what these models would be, it did confirm there would be a premium pickup, which we understand would be the Jeep Gladiator.

The pickup would be one of the earlier arrivals, and the company is likely to bring it in as a CKD, just as it currently does with the Grand Cherokee and the Wrangler – with which the Gladiator shares its platform (JL).

Gladiator may mark Jeep India’s entry into the premium pickup segment

Currently the American pickup offers a single 3.6 litre V6 petrol and that could be the engine of choice for India too, and as is intrinsic to the brand, a 4×4 powertrain would also likely be offered. Alternatively, given that the Gladiator and Wrangler share a platform, Jeep India could consider utilizing the Wrangler’s 2.0-litre direct-injection four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine under the hood of the Gladiator in India.

In Jeep’s home market, the USA, the Gladiator and the four-door Wrangler are similarly priced, thus expect the Gladiator to be priced at around the Rs 70 lakh mark in India. This would be considerably higher than the Toyota Hilux. However, the Gladiator is larger than the Hilux; at over 5.5 meters in length, the Gladiator stretches the tape past the Hilux, which measures just over 5.3 meters.

The lifestyle pickup segment remains a niche market in India, although interest is gathering, with the new Toyota Hilux recently launched, the Isuzu D-Max V-Cross continuing to be sold here, and Mahindra announcing its Scorpio Lifestyler. Given the higher segment that the Gladiator would occupy however, expect modest sales numbers. Besides, the American auto giant also needs to upgrade its sales and service network, a process it says is already underway. The company says its Stellantis Brand House format would support its expansion into Tier 2 as well as Tier 3/4 markets, where it sees potential.

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Kawasaki KLX300 XPL revealed

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An outdoor shot of the new Kawasaki KLX300 XPL

Kawasaki has launched the KLX300 XPL in America, priced at USD 6,499 (equivalent to Rs 6.17 lakh). This travel-oriented dual-sport motorcycle is based on the base KLX300 but has factory-fitted accessories which include a tall windscreen, handguard and rear carrier. This lineup also comprises the standard KLX300, the KLX300 DF (which adds a hand guard and a rear carrier as standard), and KLX300 SM (supermoto with 17-inch wheels and road-focused tyres).

  1. Powered by a 292cc liquid-cooled engine making 27hp, 25Nm of torque
  2. Gets adjustable suspension both at the front and rear
  3. Uses a 21/18 wheel setup like the KLX230

2027 Kawasaki KLX300 XPL details  

The liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine makes around 27hp and 25Nm of torque

Setting the new KLX300 XPL apart from the rest of the range is a distinct round LED headlight. All four variants are powered by the 292cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine, producing 26.8hp at 8,000rpm and 24.9Nm of torque at 6,800rpm, paired with a 6-speed gearbox. Kawasaki has introduced revised internals like a new connecting rod bearing design across the 2027 range to enhance engine performance and reliability. The twin-radiator setup from the previous model has also given way to a repositioned single unit to accommodate the new ABS hardware.

On the features front, the 2027 updates brings a redesigned LCD instrument cluster with smartphone connectivity through the Kawasaki Rideology app. Kawasaki has also equipped the KLX300 lineup with front-wheel ABS, which can be disabled to tailor braking performance when riding off-road. When the motorcycle is turned off and restarted, ABS automatically returns to its default active setting.

Chassis setup comprises a double cradle frame paired with an aluminum swingarm. Up front, it features a 43mm USD fork with adjustable compression damping, while the rear gets a fully adjustable link-type monoshock. Despite the additional equipment on offer, the KLX300 XPL (142kg) only weighs 3kg more than the KLX230 which is sold in India (139kg).

In theory, the KLX300 would make for a good step up from the KLX230 (Rs 2.19 lakh ex-showroom) sold in India, which has an air-cooled 233cc motor. However, Kawasaki India currently has made no announcement to indicate that the liquid-cooled KLX models will be coming to our shores.

USD-to-INR conversions are based on exchange rates at the time of writing.

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Stellantis lines up 12 Citroen, Jeep launches for India by 2030

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Stellantis lines up 12 Citroen, Jeep launches for India by 2030

Stellantis has confirmed 12 Citroen and Jeep launches for India by 2030 as part of a roadmap dubbed ‘FaSTLAne 2030’. Speaking to Autocar India at the 2026 Paris Motor Show, Tianshu Xin – the head of Stellantis China and Asia-Pacific – confirmed a new investment of Rs 4,000 crore for the Indian market and said, “The plan is to introduce 12 new models in the next three years…seven of them will be new models and five are upgrades.”

Stellantis India lines up a dozen launches across Citroen and Jeep

Multiple SUVs inbound, along with an MPV, an entry-level car, and a premium pickup

The first model under FaSTLAne 2030 is scheduled to go on sale in India by the second quarter of 2027. This influx of new Citroen and Jeep launches will cover the compact, midsize, and premium SUV segments, and include a new MPV, an entry-level car, and a premium pickup truck. Of the 12 launches, seven will be from Citroen and five from Jeep.

Brand footprints to be expanded in India

Stellantis says these brands will play “distinct but complementary roles” in its line-up – Jeep will bolster its current position in the premium SUV arena, and Citroen will do the same in the mass-market segments. Expanding the customer reach of Citroen and Jeep is crucial, and Stellantis has committed to growing the brands’ retail and service networks, especially in Tier 2, 3, and 4 cities, along with increasing parts availability.

More Stellantis EVs coming, hybrids also confirmed

Additionally, Stellantis has confirmed a new multi-fuel strategy for the Indian market, which will span “efficient internal combustion engines, hybrid, plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and battery-electric (BEV) technologies.” These are already offered by Stellantis brands globally, and it should be interesting to see the specific powertrains that make it to India. As it stands, the majority of Stellantis India’s powertrain offerings are petrol; Citroen and Maserati also offer EVs, while Jeep additionally offers diesel in entry-level models.

Localisation target of 90 percent

According to Xin, the new models under FaSTLAne 2030 will be produced in India, so localisation will play a key role for competitive pricing. In light of that, Stellantis has set a target of 90 percent localisation across Jeep and Citroen, and will bank on its Indian R&D and manufacturing facilities, along with its supplier ecosystem, to achieve this. Moreover, India-developed FaSTLAne 2030 models will be exported to overseas markets.

Stellantis India’s two major brands, Citroen and Jeep, haven’t been very successful at attracting buyers in recent years. Citroen’s cars, despite recent updates, have struggled to gain traction in India due to their rivals being more aspirational and feature-rich. Jeep India, meanwhile, hasn’t launched any new models or facelifts in several years, turning prospective buyers away to more updated offerings. FaSTLAne 2030 is looking to be the shot in the arm that Stellantis India needs to pique buyer interest again.

What about Leapmotor?

Xin also provided an update on the long-overdue India entry of Stellantis’s Chinese EV brand, Leapmotor. Stellantis had planned to bring Leapmotor to India in 2025, but that evidently didn’t pan out. Xin noted that Leapmotor’s India entry is still being studied, and that there has to be enough “volume potential to justify the business case.” Therefore, a decision on Leapmotor entering India will only be made when the business case is ‘proven and solid.’

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Mahindra XUV 3XO crosses 5 lakh sales milestone

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Mahindra XUV 3XO crosses 5 lakh sales milestone
Mahindra XUV 3XO front quarter tracking

The XUV 3XO is the latest model from Mahindra to achieve the 5 lakh domestic market wholesales milestone. This total comprises sales of the XUV300 launched in April 2024, the rebranded model XUV 3XO introduced in April 2024, and the XUV 3XO EV unveiled in January 2026.

Collated sales data for this Mahindra compact SUV from February 2019 to September 2026 shows total domestic market wholesales of 505,590 units. An additional 37,000 units have also been exported.

XUV 3XO Sales Trend: Record Month and the Last 100,000 Units

Mahindra XUV300 / 3XO / 3XO EV Sales

Fiscal

Units

YoY % change

 

FY2019

9,532

 

FY2020

37,576

294%

FY2021

35,965

-4%

FY2022

50,260

40%

FY2023

60,968

21%

FY2024

54,174

-11%

FY2025

1,00,923

86%

FY2026

1,03,341

2%

FY2027*

52,851

19%

Total

5,05,590

 

This Mahindra SUV registered its highest monthly sales in October 2025 (12,237 units) when the 3XO achieved the 4 lakh milestone. This also means that the last 1 lakh 3XOs, comprising both ICE and EV, have been sold in the past 11-odd months. 

The 5,05,590 sales units give the 3XO brand a 17% share of the 30 lakh (30,12,830) SUVs Mahindra has sold from February 2024 till September 2026. FY2026 (103,341 XUV 3XOs), a marginal 2 percent improvement over FY2025 (1,00,923 units), was the best fiscal year yet for this compact SUV. In the first six months of FY2027, the 52,851 units are a 19 percent YoY increase (April-September 2025: 44,400 units) and give the XUV 3XO a 15 percent share of the 3,58,142 SUVs Mahindra dispatched to its dealers. Of the total 5,05,590 units sold, the XUV300 is estimated to account for 2,48,493 units from February 2019 to April 2024. The XUV 3XO, which took over, has sold 2,57,097 units. 

CNG Demand to bring more sales in FY27

Mahindra XUV 3XO CNG

With the addition of a CNG powertrain, the 3XO compact SUV will address a larger target buyer category. Current market trends indicate that CNG-powered vehicles, which typically draw value-conscious buyers keen on lower running costs, now also include buyers in higher-priced vehicle segments. CNG is now a mainstream fuel, particularly in the wake of higher petrol and diesel prices, and Mahindra is looking to tap this growing demand with the arrival of the XUV 3XO CNG. Suffice it to say that FY2027 should see the XUV 3XO (ICE, EV and CNG) achieve its highest-ever fiscal sales of around 1.25 lakh units.

XUV 3XO powertrain options and price

The XUV 3XO is Mahindra’s most affordable model and competes in the compact SUV space. Priced from Rs 7.79 lakh to Rs 15.04 lakh, it is offered with a 111hp, 200Nm 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine that can also be paired with a factory-fitted CNG kit, a 131hp, 230Nm, turbo-petrol engine, and a 117hp, 300Nm, 1.5-litre turbo-diesel engine. All-electric versions range from Rs 13.89 lakh to Rs 14.96 lakh, and utilise a 39.4kWh battery pack paired with a front-mounted motor that produces 150hp and 310Nm and gets a claimed range of 351km.

All prices are ex-showroom, India

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TVS Raider 125 gets traction control

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TVS Raider 125 gets traction control
TVS Raider TFT DD in Blue and SXC DD in Red colour, front right quarter and front left quarter respectively.

It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say the TVS Raider 125 played a part in rejuvenating the sporty 125 segment in 2021. It garnered such a positive reception and sales that manufacturers like Hero, Honda and Bajaj responded with options of their own. TVS evidently keeps a close eye on the Raider, as it has just given it a new set of features.

  1. Feature additions are limited to the top two variants: SXC DD and TFT DD
  2. Rear tyre is one section larger than before, at 120/70-17

TVS Raider 125 gets four new features

No changes to the design or engine

TVS hasn’t made any changes to the Raider’s design or its 124.8cc engine; neither are there any updates to the looks of the SXC DD and TFT DD variants. The new features added to these two variants are traction control, emergency brake warning and a 27W USB-C charger.  

The Raider is the first in the 125cc segment to get traction control. For the uninitiated, traction control reduces rear-wheel slip, so both wheels offer enough grip over loose surfaces; think gravel-ridden and/or uneven roads. The wider 120/70-17 rear tyre (previously 110/80-17) should also help with grip and stability. The emergency brake gives an earlier heads-up to those behind during sudden braking by triggering the hazard lights. As a convenience addition, TVS has now added a 27W USB-C charger (versus a 12W USB-A charger before), which should help charge your devices much faster.

Apart from these additions, the Raider remains where it was earlier, which means its engine still puts out 11.2hp and 11.75Nm, of which 0.55Nm is supplied by its integrated starter-motor-generator. The dual-disc brakes with single-channel ABS also remain exclusive to the top two variants. With these updates, the Raider TFT DD variant costs Rs 1,03,170, and the SXC DD variant costs Rs 1,00,330. TVS says the updated versions will be available at its dealerships across the country.

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BSA Gold Star 650 gets two new colours

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BSA Gold Star 650 gets two new colours
An indoor render showing the BSA Gold Star 650 in its new Birmingham Blue colour

BSA Motorcycles has introduced two new colour schemes to the Gold Star 650 in India. Now the price of the motorcycle ranges from Rs 3.42 lakh for the Insignia Red to Rs 3.65 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) for the new range topping Brooklands Black Legacy Edition.

  1. Two new colours: Birmingham Blue and Brooklands Black Legacy Edition
  2. No mechanical changes
  3. Powered by the 652cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine

BSA Gold Star 650 details  

The large 652cc single makes 45hp and 55Nm of torque

The new Birmingham Blue is priced at Rs 3.56 lakh and the new Brooklands Black Legacy Edition at Rs 3.65 lakh. Other colour options along with this includes Insignia Red (Rs 3.42 lakh), Midnight Black (Rs 3.45 lakh) and Sheen Silver (Rs 3.60 lakh).

As aforementioned, the motorcycle remains mechanically the same as the outgoing model. It is still powered by the 652cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder engine, delivering 45hp and 55Nm of torque paired with a 5-speed gearbox. BSA also offers accessories like windshield, rear rack and knee pads for the Gold Star.

In the 650cc retro-roadster segment, the chief rival for the BSA Gold Star 650 is the Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 (Rs 3.38 lakh to Rs 3.69 lakh ex-showroom, Chennai). The core difference between them comes down to the engine architecture, a big-bore single-cylinder or a smooth torquey parallel-twin. The Interceptor brings in parallel-twin refinement for effortless highway riding, while the Gold Star appeals to riders seeking old-school big-single-thump with modern liquid-cooling.

All prices are ex-showroom.