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25 KM Mileage, 6 Airbags, Hybrid Engine! These Cars Make Grand Entry This Month.
- •October 2026 is set to be a special month for the Indian auto market with major car launches before Diwali and the festive season.
- •Honda Elevate Facelift launches on October 6, featuring exterior changes, improved interior features, and the same 1.5-liter petrol engine.
- •Skoda Slavia Facelift also arrives on October 6, with a new front fascia, updated lights, and enhanced cabin features including a new 8-speed automatic gearbox for the 1.0-liter TSI engine.
- •Toyota Glanza Facelift will launch on October 14, featuring a new 1.2-liter petrol engine and potential upgrades like Level-2 ADAS and ventilated front seats.
- •Renault Duster Hybrid is coming on October 17, combining a 1.8-liter petrol engine with two electric motors for 160 bhp and an estimated 22 KMPL mileage.
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The Honda Elevate Facelift is scheduled to launch on October 6, 2026, with a starting ex-showroom price of under ₹12 lakh. It features exterior updates like a new grille and revised bumpers, along with interior additions such as ventilated seats and a 360-degree camera. It retains the 1.5-liter petrol engine producing 119-121 bhp with manual and CVT options.
The Skoda Slavia Facelift, launching on October 6, 2026, features a refreshed front fascia, updated lights, and cabin additions like a 360-degree camera and rear seat massage function. It is priced around ₹12.50 lakh and offers a 1.0-liter TSI engine paired with a new 8-speed automatic gearbox, alongside the existing 1.5-liter TSI with a 7-speed DSG.
The Renault Duster Hybrid is set to launch on October 17, 2026, with an expected starting price around ₹20 lakh. It combines a 1.8-liter petrol engine with two electric motors and a 1.4 kWh battery to deliver 160 bhp and an approximate mileage of 22 KMPL.
