In January 2015, three all new cars were launched in the Indian market - Datsun GO+ sub-compact MPV, Tata Bolt hatchback and Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class besides other special editions and facelifts. Now that January is about to end, we bring you the a list of the new and facelifted cars that will be launched in February 2015.
2015 Hyundai Verna Facelift
Already on sale in Russia as Solaris, the updated Verna will finally be launched in India on February 16, 2015. The facelifted Verna looks similar to the updated Sonata, since both the vehicles share the Hyundai's popular 'Fluidic 2.0 design sculpture. The updated model's front fascia features a dual-slat chrome grille, a larger air dam, re-designed head-lamps with projectors, revised bumper with LED daytime running lights and new fog lamps.
The rear-end might receive new reflectors on the bumper and new LEDs. The interior, except for some additional features, might remain the same. That said, the car might get a tuned suspension and steering. Powering the updated Verna continue will be the same engines - 1.4-litre and 1.6-litre petrol and 1.4-litre and 1.6-litre CRDI diesel units.
Launch Date: February 16, 2015
New Volkswagen Jetta
The updated Jetta, first unveiled at the 2014 New York Motor Show, will be launched on February, 17, 2015 in India. The sedan received few exterior and interior updates. It features a new grille, re-designed bumpers and fog lamps and revised headlamps. The alloys wheels are also updated, while the tail lamps seem inspired from the Audi A4.
Interior updates include a touch-screen infotainment system, new upholstery, new music system and three-spoke multi-function steering wheel. The engines will remain unchanged, it will continue to be powered by a 2.0-litre TDI diesel and a 1.4-litre TSI petrol units.
Launch Date: February 17, 2015
BMW i8 Plug-in Hybrid
BMW, the German automaker, will launch the i8 plug-in hybrid sports car on February 18, 2015 in India. The vehicle, first showcased at the 2014 Delhi Auto Expo, has already been imported to the company's Chennai facility.
The i8 will derive its power from a 1.5-litre, in-line 3 petrol and a 7.1kWh lithium-ion battery that are good for 231bhp and 129bhp, respectively. Both the petrol engine and electric motor offer a combined power of 357bhp with 570Nm of torque. The BMW i8 has an electronic speed limit of 250kmph, while in all-electric mode it can achieve a top speed of 120kmph. In Sport mode, the car accelerates 80-120kmph in 2.6 seconds, which is quite impressive.
Launch Date: February 18, 2015
Maruti Swift Dzire facelift
The facelifted Maruti Swift Dzire, which is already in its production phase, is expected to be launched in the third or fourth week of February. The new model will get some exterior updates such as a new front bumper, large air dams, new grille with chrome surrounds, headlamp with different inserts and re-designed fog lamp inserts with a faux brushed aluminum finish.
The top variants will be equipped with rear parking sensors and a new pair of 10-spoke alloy wheels, while the lower variants get newly-designed wheel caps. New color options will also on offer. From inside, the sedan gets a multi-functional steering wheel, a new music system with Bluetooth connectivity, push-button start with smart key access and new upholstery. Mechanically, the new Dzire will continue with the same engines (1.2-litre K-Series and 1.3-litre Multijet), which are slightly tweaked for better fuel efficiency.
Expected Launch: 3rd or 4th week of February
Check: New Car Launches in January 2015
