There was a flurry of launches today as the Auto Expo–The Motor Show 2016 kicked off at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida.
Major automobile manufacturers showcased products that promise to give a thrust to the Indian automobile industry. The passenger car segment, which has witnessed a healthy growth in the current fiscal, saw major launches.
Country’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki was the first to get off the block early in the morning as it unveiled Vitara Brezza, scheduled for launch in the upcoming weeks.
General Motors announced Chevrolet Essentia and Chevrolet Beat Activ for India. Hyundai unveiled their much-awaited global SUV Tucson and showcased Hyundai N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo.
Isuzu India launched India’s first “Adventure Utility Vehicle” Isuzu D-MAX V-Cross.
Iconic SUV manufacturer Jeep unveiled three models as it made a comeback to the Indian market. Wrangler and Cherokee were unveiled. The Wrangler will be available in 2.4 litre petrol and 3.8 litre diesel engines.
Tata Motors, India's largest vehicle maker, also unveiled three new cars at the Auto Expo.
Compact sedan codenamed Kite 5, compact SUV Nexon and lifestyle SUV Hexa were unveiled by the company.
Volkswagen unveiled their new compact sedan Ameo, which is a made-for-India product. They also unveiled the Volkswagen Tiguan, Volkswagen Passat GTE and the 21st Century Beetle.
Renault Kwid 1.0 litre was also launched at the Auto Expo. Honda Cars India limited unveiled the BR-V for the first time in India while Mercedes-Benz launched the much-awaited SUV GLC and the S-Class Carbiolet.
The opening day also saw the launch of the all-new Innova called "Innova Crysta".
The two-wheeler segment saw unveilings from UM Motorcycles, DSK Benelli, TVS and Suzuki Motorcycles. Hero Motocorp unveiled technology and innovation-driven new product strategy. Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India saw six new models being unveiled at the show which are scheduled for their India launch.
