Top 7 Car Launches Early 2026”

The start of 2026 is exciting for car buyers in India! Several big brands are launching new models and updates in the first few months. From electric SUVs to facelifts and all-new cars, here are the top 7 car launches in January 2026:

1. Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara
Maruti Suzuki is entering the electric SUV market with the e-Vitara. Available in Delta, Zeta, and Alpha variants, it comes with two battery options: 49 kWh and 61 kWh, giving a range up to 543 km. It’s front-wheel drive and built for practicality and long-range travel.

2. Skoda Kushaq Facelift 2026
The Skoda Kushaq facelift will get new looks with updated front and rear styling, alloy wheels, and added features like ADAS, 360-degree camera, and maybe a panoramic sunroof. Engine options are expected to stay the same.

3. Tata Punch Facelift

Launching on January 13, the Tata Punch facelift has new LED headlamps, updated bumpers, fresh alloys, and a bigger touchscreen. It may also introduce a turbo-petrol engine, along with features like a 360-degree camera and digital instrument cluster.

4. Toyota Urban Cruiser EV
Toyota’s first electric SUV, the Urban Cruiser EV, launches on January 19. Built on the same platform as Maruti’s e-Vitara, it has 48.8 kWh and 61.1 kWh battery options and a range up to 500 km.

5. Nissan Gravite MPV
The Nissan Gravite, launching on January 21, is a compact family MPV based on the Renault Triber. It comes with a 1.0-litre petrol engine and offers both manual and AMT options.

6. Renault Duster 2026

The new Renault Duster arrives on January 26, based on the CMF-B platform. It will feature a 1.3-litre turbo petrol engine and may get a hybrid option later. The SUV will mostly follow the global design with some India-specific tweaks.

7. Volkswagen Tayron
The VW Tayron is coming to India in Q1 2026 as a 7-seater SUV. Sold in the Tayron R-Line version, it will have a 2.0-litre TSI petrol engine with a DSG gearbox and is positioned above the Tiguan.