New car launches in India 2026: In the Indian car market, many interesting options are coming up for people in 2026. If someone wants an SUV with modern features and better safety, then someone wants to buy a comfortable car for the family on a low budget. Keeping this need in mind, models like Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Tata Aeris and Hyundai Bayon are for different types of people. There is a difference in the price, engine, space and features of these three cars, so it is important to understand their features before buying.
Maruti Suzuki Victoris
The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is a great option for those who want premium features and better safety with the company’s trusted service network. Its starting ex-showroom price is ₹10.50 lakh, while the price of the top variant goes up to ₹19.99 lakh. The 1.5-litre petrol engine on the Victoris is available with both manual and automatic transmission options.
There is also a factory-fitted CNG variant and a strong-hybrid powertrain option. It gets six airbags as standard, while the top variant gets a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, ventilated seats, and ambient lighting. It also comes with Level 2 ADAS.
Tata Aeris
The Tata Aeris has been designed keeping in mind personal use and family needs. Its starting ex-showroom price is ₹5.30 lakh for the petrol variant and ₹6.30 lakh for the iCNG variant. It can attract people who want to buy a good car on a low budget. For powertrains, the Aeris gets petrol and iCNG options. The transmission options include 5-speed manual or AMT.
There are six airbags as standard for safety. Other features include ABS with EBD, driver and co-driver seatbelt reminder, ISOFIX child seat mounts and hill hold control. The higher variants come with ventilated leather seats, a 26.03-centimetre touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, a 360-degree camera and connected-car features.
Hyundai Bayon
The Hyundai Bayon will be launched in India on October 26, 2026. It is placed between the Venue and the Creta in the company’s SUV range. Its starting price is ₹9.99 lakh ex-showroom, while the top automatic variant goes up to ₹18 lakh. The Bayon is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and an iVT automatic.
Hyundai Bayon has some special features in terms of space and technology. It offers a boot space of 505 litres. Its 205 mm ground clearance is better suited for bad and bumpy roads. The cabin features two 12.3-inch displays and Level 2 Pro ADAS.