Here is a list of all significant automobile releases scheduled for May 2023.
4-door Maruti Jimny
With features including a twin-pod analogue gauge cluster and a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connection, the Maruti Jimny will be available in two variants: Zeta and Alpha.
A 1.5-liter gasoline engine powers the Jimny, providing 134.2 Nm of torque and 103 BHP at 6,000 rpm. Suzuki’s AllGrip Pro all-wheel drive system is mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
BMW M2
The first examples of the second-generation BMW M2 have arrived in India prior of its official release. This month, the new M2, which debuted in October of last year, is anticipated to be released in India.
The M3 and M4’s 3.0-liter twin-turbo inline 6-cylinder engines are also used in the M2. To 453 BHP and 550 Nm, it has been significantly detuned. Either an 8-speed automatic transmission or a 6-speed manual transmission is paired with the engine.
Update for Force Gurkha (BS6 Phase-2 compliant)
As soon as the revised Gurkha with an RDE-compliant engine is ready, Force Motors will release it. According to the most recent information, BS6 version manufacturing has been halted. The new Gurkha with a BS6 Phase 2-compliant engine is anticipated to arrive in dealerships by the end of May, according to a Delhi-based dealer.
In terms of the upgraded Gurkha’s details, which the Force Motors dealer has disclosed, the SUV is anticipated to see a major performance improvement. It will be available with bigger touchscreen infotainment and 18-inch wheels. He said that a knob is anticipated to take the place of the traditional lever used to engage 4×4.
BMW X3 M40i
BMW has started taking bookings for the X3 M40i xDrive in India. The SUV will only be offered in a small number of units, and reservations may be made via the BMW Online Shop for a nominal fee of Rs 5 lakh.
Similar to the M340i sedan, the X3 M40i is powered by a 3.0 litre, 6-cylinder turbocharged engine. However, same engine produces 355 BHP and 500 Nm in the X3. The engine is coupled with BMW’s xDrive all-wheel drive technology and an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Hyundai Exter
A computer drawing of Hyundai’s future Exter small crossover has been made available. It is anticipated that it will soon be publicly introduced.
Under the Venue, where it is anticipated to battle with the Tata Punch, will be the Hyundai Exter. The Grand i10 NIOS and Aura’s 1.2-litre gasoline engine may be made available for it.