Upcoming Cars in March 2026

The Indian car market is gearing up for an exciting month ahead, with a diverse lineup of launches spanning affordable SUVs, premium performance models, luxury MPVs, and electric vehicles.

Confirmed models include the much-awaited Renault Duster and the powerful Audi SQ8, while the Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella, Skoda Kushaq facelift, and diesel variants of the MG Hector and Hector Plus are also expected.

Confirmed Launches

Renault Duster (March 17)

The new Renault Duster makes a strong comeback with bold styling, rugged looks, and modern tech. It stands out with a muscular design, LED lights, and alloy wheels up to 18 inches. Renault has confirmed March 17 as its launch date.

Powertrain options include a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine making 99 hp and 160 Nm with a 6-speed manual, and a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol delivering 156 hp and 250 Nm with CVT or manual choices.

Inside, it has a dual-screen setup with a 10.1-inch touchscreen and digital cluster, soft-touch materials, wireless charging, and ambient lighting.

Safety features cover 6 airbags, 360-degree camera, electronic stability control, ABS with EBD, hill start assist, and Level 2 ADAS like adaptive cruise and lane keep.

Audi SQ8 (March 17)

The Audi SQ8 blends luxury with high performance, sitting between the Q8 and RS Q8. It boasts sporty styling with a black grille, matrix LED lamps, and quad exhausts.

It is powered by a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine producing 507 hp and 770 Nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive for 0-100 kmph in 4.1 seconds.

The cabin features dual 12.3-inch screens for infotainment and cluster, Bang & Olufsen sound system, panoramic sunroof, S-line seats with heating, ventilation, and massage.

Safety includes multiple airbags, ABS, electronic stability control, 360-degree camera, tyre pressure monitoring, and ADAS such as adaptive cruise, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-keeping assist.

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Mercedes-Benz V-Class (Launched)

Mercedes-Benz has relaunched the V-Class has returned with updated luxury and space for 6 to 8 people. It has a boxy shape with a large grille, LED headlamps, and sliding doors.

Its 2.0-litre diesel engine makes 233 hp and 500 Nm, while the 2.0-litre petrol with mild-hybrid boost produces 228 hp plus 20 hp. Both are paired with a 9-speed automatic and optional all-wheel drive.

The interior includes dual 12.3-inch screens, Burmester audio, ventilated massage seats, ambient lighting, and four-zone climate control.

Safety suite is solid, with 7 airbags, 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise, blind-spot assist, lane assist, electronic stability program, and driver attention monitoring.

Expected Launches

Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella

The Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella is an upcoming, new electric SUV. It is a badge-engineered Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, which was launched in February.

It features sleek LED lights, alloy wheels, and a modern design. Powertrain options are a 49 kWh battery with 144 hp and 193 Nm for a 440 km range, or 61 kWh with 174 hp and 193 Nm for 543 km, both front-wheel drive.

The cabin has a dual-tone theme, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, a 10.1-inch digital cluster, JBL audio, ventilated seats, and wireless charging.

Safety includes 7 airbags, Level 2 ADAS with adaptive cruise and blind-spot monitoring, 360-degree camera, ABS, electronic stability control, and hill-hold.

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Skoda Kushaq Facelift

The Skoda Kushaq Facelift was unveiled in January 2026, with fresh updates for better style and comfort in the compact SUV space. It gets revised LED lights, a new grille, and alloy wheels. Skoda is expected to reveal the prices of this SUV soon.

Powertrain remains a 1.0-litre TSI with 115 hp (6-speed manual or 8-speed automatic) and 1.5-litre TSI with 150 hp (DSG automatic).

Inside, it offers a 10.1-inch touchscreen, 10.25-inch digital cluster, panoramic sunroof, rear massage seats, and ambient lighting.

Safety features include 6 airbags, electronic stability control, hill start assist, tyre pressure monitoring, ISOFIX, and possible ADAS like lane assist and emergency braking.

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MG Hector and Hector Plus Diesel

The MG Hector and Hector Plus Diesel add efficient diesel power to their facelifted lineup, ideal for families with 5, 6, or 7 seats.

Both SUVs carry over unchanged from their petrol counterparts in terms of design. They will use a 2.0-litre diesel engine delivering 170 hp and 350 Nm, paired to a 6-speed manual.

Interior highlights include a 14-inch touchscreen, dual-tone themes, powered seats, and a 360-degree camera.

Safety covers 6 airbags, Level 2 ADAS, all-disc brakes, electronic stability control, traction control, and hill-hold.

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