TL;DR
India's SUV market is set for an exciting start to 2026 with the launch of the new Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV 7XO, and updated Renault Duster and Tata Punch models.
The first quarter of 2026 will see a series of significant launches in the Indian SUV segment. Kia India has already introduced the second-generation All-New Kia Seltos, priced from Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom), which boasts a larger body and enhanced cabin space.
Mahindra is scheduled to launch the XUV 7XO on January 5, a substantially facelifted version of the popular XUV700, featuring a refreshed design and interior updates. Other notable arrivals include the new generation Renault Duster, expected to debut on January 26 with a 1.3-litre turbocharged petrol engine and ADAS technology, and a facelifted Tata Punch, drawing styling cues from its EV counterpart.
