Find out the top 5 upcoming SUV launches in India 2025 this festive season from Maruti, Hyundai, Mahindra, and Tata. Contrast the anticipated features, engines, design changes, and launch schedules.
Festive Season SUV Launches 2025 – What to Expect?
Carmakers know that the Indian festive season is the hottest period to launch new models and 2025 is not an exception. The buyer sentiment is healthy and the demand for feature-rich, fuel-efficient, and stylish SUVs is high, so the leading automakers are preparing to launch their much-anticipated models.
Five new SUVs will also ensure that Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Mahindra, and Tata Motors will make the festive season even more interesting this year with new designs, improved features, and better performances. Here’s a detailed look:
1. Maruti Suzuki Escudo (New Midsize SUV)
- Positioning: Under the Grand Vitara, sold through local stores – Arena
- Engines: 1.5L mild-hybrid & 1.5L strong-hybrid petrol (same as Grand Vitara)
Expected Features:
- Large touchscreen infotainment system
- Wireless charger
- Automatic climate control
- Six airbags (standard)
Design: The design is based on the upcoming e-Vitara and Grand Vitara, which would be a little bigger than the Grand Vitara.
Strength: Low-price hybrid system that makes it a family SUV with high fuel efficiency.
2. Next-Gen Hyundai Venue (2025 Model)
The Hyundai Venue 3rd generation is among the highly anticipated launches this year.
- Engines: 1.2L NA petrol, 1.0L turbo-petrol, 1.5L turbo-diesel
Major Upgrades:
- Daring new design based on bigger Hyundai SUVs
- Wholesomely modernized cabin layout
- Panoramic sunroof
- ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) Level 2 – a big plus for safety enthusiasts
Why Exciting? Venue is already a best-selling compact SUV in India and the next-generation model is meant to boost the standard once more.
3. Mahindra Thar 3-Door Facelift
- Inspiration: Based on the rugged Thar Roxx
- Engines (unchanged):
- 1.5L diesel
- 2.0L petrol
- 2.2L diesel
Expected Upgrades:
- High-end interior elements borrowed from the 5-door Thar
- Better infotainment system and off-road technology
Key Feature: Still a ladder-frame SUV with hardcore off-roading DNA, but now upgraded to appeal to urban buyers.
4. Tata Punch Facelift (ICE Version)
The Tata Punch is one of the top-selling micro-SUVs with very few changes since its launch in 2021. But in 2025, everything is about to change.
Design Refresh: Styling inspired by the Punch EV for a modern look.
Cabin Update:
- Bigger infotainment screen
- Digital instrument cluster
- Advanced safety features
Highlight: Remains the lowest-priced SUV in Tata’s lineup, but now offers premium features to attract first-time SUV buyers.
5. Tata Curvv ICE
The Tata Curvv ICE model will splash in 2025 and be a cool coupe-SUV alternative to the traditional models. It will be sold between the Nexon and Harrier with 1.2L turbo-petrol and 1.5L-diesel engines. Based on the Curvv EV, it has a bold coupe design, sleek interior, advanced safety equipment, and connected functionality- aimed at young consumers that seek high-end style and fuel-efficient performance.
Why Festive Season SUV Launches 2025 Are Special?
- Automakers offer special discounts & festive finance schemes
- Strong buyer demand makes festive launches best-selling models instantly
- New SUVs come with better hybrid, safety, and connected features to match Indian buyers’ growing expectations
The upcoming SUV launches in India 2025 promise an exciting mix of affordable hybrids, feature-packed compact SUVs, rugged off-roaders, and stylish urban crossovers.
