While there was a time when the demand for hatchbacks i.e. small cars was high in India, in the last two to three years the boom is in sports utility vehicles or SUVs. Experts believe that it will soon overtake the hatchback’s share in the passenger car market. But even in such a situation, the rashvari companies like Maruti Suzuki, Tata Motors, Hyundai are unwilling to give up. Maruti Suzuki is going to launch their new generation Swift in early April this year. Nachhorbanda Tata-O. They are going to come up with the new version of the premium hatchback Altroz. Also Hyundai Motor India is going to bring i20 hatchback with mid-life update. Let’s have a detailed look at the hatchback cars to be launched this year.
All the hatchback cars that could be launched in India in 2024
New-Gen Maruti Swift
Maruti Suzuki will introduce a similar model to the new generation Swift available in the Japanese market in the Indian market. The design is sharper than before. It is inspired by Baleno and Fronx. Inside there is a newly designed dashboard with floating touchscreen, instrument console, steering wheel, HVAC controls and switch gear. 1.2 liter petrol engine with mild hybrid technology to provide driving power. It is coming with promise of low pollution emission and high mileage.
Tata Altroz Racer
Tata Altroz Racer is currently the most awaited hatchback model in the Indian market. It was initially showcased at the 2023 Auto Expo. Later, the car made its debut at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2024. Blacked out roof and bonnet, twin white racing stripes, black finish alloy wheels and front racer badge combine to differentiate it from the standard model. Notable features include a new 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 7-inch digital instrument cluster, wireless charging, ventilated front seats, air purifier and six airbags. The power source is 1.2 liter 3 cylinder turbo petrol engine. It will produce 120 bhp of power and 170 Nm of torque.
Hyundai i20 N Line Facelift
The 2024 Hyundai i20 N Line Facelift was recently unveiled in the international market. There are minor changes in design and features. Like revised grille, new cut and integrated fog lamps. There are also new three-spoke sporting steering wheel, door pads, AC vents, upholstery stitching, and gear knob. The 1.0 liter turbo petrol engine outputs 118 bhp and 172 Nm of torque. The car can be optioned with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission.
