Top 7 New Car Launches in Early 2026 – The beginning of 2026 is not going to be less than a festive season for the Indian car market. New Year stands in a big launch line one after the other. Electric SUVs, facelifts of popular models and some brand new names will see something special for every kind of buyer in January and early months.
If someone plans to buy a new car, then this time is very important. From budget cars to premium SUVs, there is a stir in almost every segment. So let’s know Early 7 biggest cars to be launched in 2026.
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MARUTI SUZUKI E VITARA
Maruti Suzuki with Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is finally going to step into the electric SUV segment. This SUV has already been showcased and now its official launch is just a short time away.
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e Vitara will be offered in Delta, Zeta and Alpha variants. It will get two battery packs of 49 kWh and 61 kWh, with a clamed range of about 543 km. Built on the Heartect-e platform, this SUV will be front-wheel drive and its focus will be on long range and everyday practice.
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SKODA KUSHAQ FACELIFT 2026
Skoda Kushaq Facelift 2026 is about to knock in the Indian market soon. The exteriors will be slightly sharpened in this facelift. New front, rear design and new alloy wheels will be seen.
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Skoda inside the cabin is focusing more on features this time. Features such as ADAS, 360-degree camera and possibly panoramic sunroof can make it stronger in segments. Engine options are expected to remain the same as the current model, but feature upgrades will make it more value-for-money.
TATA PUNCH FACELIFT
Tata Punch Facelift will be launched on 13 January 2026. This gives the facelift Punch a new and more modern face. New LED headlamps, DRLs, revised bumpers and new alloy wheels give it a fresh look.
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Let me tell you that the interior will get a big touchscreen, digital instrument cluster and new steering wheel. Features such as a 360-degree camera make the Punch stand in a category above micro-SUV. There is news that Tata may also add a new turbo-petrol engine to it, which will also give performance seekers a chance to be happy.
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TOYOTA URBAN CRUISER EV
Toyota Urban Cruiser EV will be launched on 19 January 2026 and will be Toyota’s first fully electric SUV in India. The SUV will be based on Maruti e Vitara and will receive 48.8 kWh and 61.1 kWh battery packs.
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Urban Cruiser EV will compete with companies such as Tata and Hyundai in the mid-size electric SUV segment with a clamed range of around 500 km. Toyota’s trust and EV technology combination make it a strong contender.
NISSAN GRAVITE MPV
Nissan Gravite will be introduced on 21 January 2026. It will be based on the platform of MPV Renault Triber and will specifically target family buyers.
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Gravite, built on the CMF-A+ platform, will see new design and slightly different cabin layout. It is expected to get a 1.0-liter petrol engine, which will come with manual and AMT gearbox options. This can become the right choice for those who need more space in a lower budget.
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RENAULT DUSTER 2026
The return of Renault Duster 2026 is the most discussed in the Indian market. The SUV, to be launched on 26 January, will be based on the new CMF-B platform.
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New Duster is expected to feature a 1.3-liter turbo petrol engine, which will deliver strong performance. Renault may also bring a hybrid version later. The design will be similar to the global model, but some special changes will also be made for Indian customers.
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VOLKSWAGEN TAYRON
Volkswagen Q1 will return to India’s 7-seater SUV segment in 2026 with Volkswagen Tayron. The Tayron will be sold only in the R Line version and will be positioned above the Tiguan.
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This SUV will come to India via CKD route and will get a DSG gearbox with a 2.0-liter TSI petrol engine. Premium features and German driving feel will make Tayron special.