India's car market is going through one of its busiest stretches ever, with EVs, hybrids and full model refreshes landing across almost every price bracket. We've researched and verified the launch windows below so you know what's genuinely imminent versus what's still a year or more away — and which cars have already slipped their original launch date at least once. Prices marked "estimated" are unofficial until the brand confirms them at launch. Looking for what's already on sale instead? See our latest car launches page.
Landing Within Weeks
These have confirmed or near-confirmed dates — the safest bets if you're timing a purchase.
Hilux (Next-Gen)
A ground-up refresh of Toyota's premium pickup with a Land Cruiser-inspired cabin, updated exterior design and a new 48V mild-hybrid diesel engine, while keeping its body-on-frame toughness.
Coming Later in 2026
Dates here are still moving around by a month or two across sources — treat these as "this year, probably H2."
Sorento Hybrid
Kia's first strong-hybrid SUV for India and its most premium three-row product yet, targeting the festive season. Price estimates vary widely across sources (₹25–50 Lakh depending on whether it's imported or locally assembled) — no official pricing confirmed yet.
Elevate EV
Honda's first EV built for the Indian mass market, based on the existing Elevate SUV's body and cabin layout, adapted for a battery-electric powertrain.
Thar.e (Electric Thar)
An electric take on Mahindra's most iconic off-roader, aimed at buyers who want the Thar's boxy, go-anywhere character without a diesel engine.
Bigster
A 7-seat derivative of the new-generation Duster, aimed squarely at the Tata Safari and Mahindra XUV700. A full-hybrid petrol option is expected to follow after the initial petrol launch.
Launch estimates for this one range anywhere from September 2026 to early 2027 depending on the source — genuinely still in flux.
VF3
VinFast's smallest and most affordable EV for India — a compact city car aimed at first-time EV buyers who currently can't stretch to the VF6 or VF7.
Urban Cruiser Hyryder (7-Seat)
A stretched, three-row version of the existing Hyryder, keeping its 1.5-litre strong and mild hybrid engines with an AWD option. Aimed at the Mahindra XUV 7XO and Hyundai Alcazar.
Bigger Launches Expected in Early-Mid 2027
These are further out but worth planning around if you're not in a hurry.
Avinya
Tata's new premium EV sub-brand, positioned above the Harrier EV. Built on a dedicated "born-electric" Gen-3 platform co-developed using JLR's EMA architecture, targeting a 500km+ range.
This one has slipped repeatedly since it was first shown as a concept in 2022 — treat any date as a rough guide, not a promise.
Premium 7-Seater SUV
A three-row SUV built on a stretched version of the Grand Vitara's Global-C platform, expected with a 1.5-litre petrol and a Toyota-sourced strong-hybrid option. Aimed at the Mahindra XUV700 and Hyundai Alcazar.
Fortuner (Next-Gen)
A generational update on an updated IMV ladder-frame platform, with sharper styling and a more premium cabin. Expected to continue with the current 2.7L petrol and 2.8L diesel engines, possibly joined by a hybrid option.
Enyaq iV
Skoda's first EV for India, built on the same MEB platform as the Volkswagen ID.4, with a 77kWh battery and a claimed range approaching 600km on the facelifted version.
Originally promised for 2023, then 2024, then September 2025 — this has one of the longest delay histories of any car on this list. Worth confirming with a dealer before waiting for it.
i20 (Next-Gen)
A ground-up redesign already revealed globally, moving to a new K3 platform with a taller, crossover-like stance, dual 12.3-inch screens and Hyundai's "Art of Steel" design language — the biggest change to the i20 in nearly two decades.
Vision S Compact SUV
A production version of the Vision.S concept, built on Mahindra's new NU_IQ platform. Spy shots suggest both ICE and EV powertrain options, positioned as a sub-4m SUV with a genuinely new design language.
Further Out, But Worth Knowing About
Not a near-term buying consideration, but worth having on your radar.
Land Cruiser FJ
A compact, retro-styled entry point to the Land Cruiser family, sharing its ladder-frame IMV platform with the Fortuner. Expected to be locally manufactured at Toyota's upcoming Maharashtra plant, positioned above the Thar Roxx and Jimny.
Should You Wait or Buy Now?
Buy now if…
Your current car is unreliable or costing you money, festive-season waiting periods would push a fresh booking well into 2027 anyway, or the car you want has been on sale for over a year — discounts tend to be stronger on established models than on anything freshly launched.
Consider waiting if…
You're set on an EV — battery prices keep trending down and ranges keep climbing with each new launch, so today's EV is rarely the best one you'll be able to buy a year from now. Or if the specific model you want has a confirmed generational update within 3 months, since outgoing versions typically see heavy discounts right before an update lands.
The Smart Move Either Way
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