The compact SUV segment has become the fastest growing segment in the Indian auto market. Customers are now liking vehicles which are in the budget, give better mileage and are equipped with features. In the coming time, Maruti, Hyundai and Tata are going to launch their new vehicles in this category. These include Maruti Fronx Hybrid, New Gen Hyundai Venue and Tata punch facelift. Let us know in detail about the features of these cars.

Maruti Fronx Hybrid

• The Hybrid version of Maruti Suzuki’s Fronx may be launched in the end of 2025 or early 2026. It will get a strong hybrid system of the company with a 1.2-liter Z-series petrol engine, which will be based on the series hybrid powertrain. According to reports, this SUV can give more than 35 km/liter mileage. The design will be like the existing fronx, but its performance will be better with hybrid batteries and electric motors. The features may include 6-speed automatic gearbox, LED headlamps, 9-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera, sunroof and standard 6 airbags. Its estimated price can be 8 to 10 lakh rupees.

New gen hyundai venue

• The new generation model of Hyundai Venue will be introduced in the Indian market by the end of 2025. It will get new designs, big grills, sporty bumpers and LED headlamps. In the engine options, 1.2-liter MPI petrol, 1.0-liter turbo petrol and 1.5-liter diesel will remain intact. These engines will be introduced with 5-speed manual and DCT gearbox. The interior will have premium features like 10.25-inch touchscreen, panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, ambient lighting and leather upholstery. For security, 6 airbags, Adas Level-1 and hill hold control will be given. Its estimated price can be between 7 lakh 50 thousand to 10 lakhs.

Tata punch facelift

• The facelift version of Tata Punch will be launched in 2025. This will be the front design update, which will include new headlamps, DRLs and bumpers. The engine will remain the same -1.2-liter petrol unit, which gives 85 HP power and will be connected to a 5-speed manual or AMT gearbox. The interior will now add features like 10.25-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, wireless charging and cruise control. Punch for security has already received a 5-star Global NCAP rating. Esp and rain sensing wipers will be found in the facelift version. Its estimated price can be 6 to 9 rupees lakhs.
• If you are thinking of buying SUV in the budget, then you will have the best option in the coming time. Maruti Fronx Hybrid can be the highest mileage giving SUV, Hyundai Venue 2025 will be equipped with premium features and Adas, while Tata Punch facelift will be perfect for small families with its updated design and 5-star safety package.

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The compact SUV segment in the Indian market is steadily increasing. Many big companies are preparing to launch new models and updated versions in this segment at the rest of the months of the year 2025 and early next year. The most popular among them are Maruti Suzuki Fronx Hybrid, New Hyundai Venue and Tata punch facelift. Let’s know in detail about these trains.

Maruti Suzuki Fronx Hybrid

• India’s largest car manufacturer Maruti Suzuki is going to launch its popular SUV Fronx’s hybrid version in 2025. The car will come in Strong Hybrid Poverty (HEV) with a 1.2-liter Z12e petrol engine, 1.5-2 kwh battery pack and electric motor. Its biggest feature is that it claims to give a mileage of more than 35kmpl, making it the most affordable SUV in the segment.
• Talking about the features, it is expected to get Level 1 Adas, 6 airbags, 360-degree camera and sunroof. Its design will have minor changes, such as new grills, updated headlamps and better cabin layout. Its possible price will be 8 lakh to 13 lakh rupees (ex-showroom).

Hyundai Venue 2025

• Hyundai is planning to launch its new generation model of its popular compact SUV Venue by the end of 2025. It will get a new boxy design with split headlamps, parametric grills and connected LED tail lamps, which will give it a more premium look. The existing engine option (1.2L petrol, 1.0L turbo petrol and 1.5L diesel engine) will remain intact. However, it can add advance features such as Level 2 ADAS, 360-degree camera, ventilated seats and 10.25-inch dual displays. Its cabin will also be re-designed, in which a new dashboard and updated update will be seen. Talking about the price, the price of the new venue can be between 7.5 lakh to 13 lakh rupees (ex-showroom).

Tata punch facelift – ev

• Tata Motors is preparing to launch the facelift model of its best -selling SUV Punch before Diwali. This time Punch will get an inspiration design from the EV version, which will have new LED DRLs, slim headlamps and re-designed bumpers. The interior will have features like two-spoke steering wheel, large touchscreen, digital instrument cluster and touch-based HVAC control. The punch facelift will have the same 1.2L 3-cylinder petrol engine and CNG version in which there will be no mechanical change. Its price is expected to be from 6 lakh to 10 lakh rupees (ex-showroom). This SUV will directly compete with the Hyundai Exter and Maruti Fronx.

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