- In the Indian market, SUVs have experienced tremendous growth
- In 2022, new SUVs were introduced by manufacturers like Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Mahindra, Jeep, and others
- Mahindra Scorpio N, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Jeep Meridian and others are some of the SUVs launched in 2022
Over the past few years, SUVs have become more and more popular in India. 2022 has been a fruitful year for the automobile industry, with a number of new cars being introduced. Customers were surprised by certain launches' offerings, while some were crowd-pleasers. Since 2022 saw a number of new SUV launches in the SUV market and 2023 is nearing, this article will focus on the top 7 SUVs launched in 2022.
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Maruti Suzuki Brezza
Maruti Suzuki, the largest automaker in India, has introduced the upgraded Vitara Brezza this year. With the facelift, the company has dropped the Vitara name and just introduced the Brezza. The 2022 Brezza has a completely new look and a fresh set of features. A 1.5-liter petrol engine with 137 Nm of torque and 102 bhp of power powers the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. Both a 6-speed automatic transmission and a 5-speed manual transmission are available for the engine. The 2022 Brezza has technologies including a 360-degree camera, a head-up display, and a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, among others.
Hyundai Venue
In the middle of 2022, Hyundai launched the Venue with a fresh design and set of amenities. The brand has improved the design language and added more features to the vehicle. The Venue's engine choices remain the same; they are a 1.2-litre non-turbo petrol, 1.0-litreturbo petrol, and 1.5-litre diesel powertrain. An 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, automatic climate control, a powered driver's seat, an automated air purifier, cruise control, a 2-step rear reclining seat, puddle lamps, and other features are included in the new Venue.
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Mahindra Scorpio N
One of the most significant SUV launches of 2022 was Mahindra's Scorpio N. In June 2022, Mahindra released the Scorpio N, and buyers have welcomed the SUV with great enthusiasm. The Scorpio N boasts of having the longest wait time in India. The Scorpio N has a tough exterior and powerful diesel and petrol engines paired with manual and automatic transmissions. Mahindra's Scorpio N is a newly enhanced and thoughtfully designed product. It gets a good number of safety and convenience features.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara / Toyota Hyryder
The Grand Vitara and Hyryder SUVs were introduced in 2022 by Maruti Suzuki and Toyota. The architecture, features, and engines of both SUVs are identical. The Maruti Suzuki and Toyota agreement to produce and share vehicles led to the development of the Grand Vitara and Hyryder. A 1.5-liter petrol engine with mild hybrid technology and a 1.5-liter petrol engine with strong hybrid technology is available in the Grand Vitara & Hyryder. Toyota Hyryder is currently one of the most affordable hybrid vehicle in India.
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Jeep Meridian
In 2022, Jeep released the seven-seat Meridian SUV. A 2.0-liter, four-cylinder, turbocharged diesel engine powers the Jeep Meridian. The Compass also uses this engine, therefore they are similar. It has a maximum torque of 350 Nm and a maximum power output of 168 bhp. A 6-speed manual transmission is the default gearbox for this engine, and a 9-speed torque converter automatic transmission is an option. The SUV is equipped with a tonne of safety and convenience features.
Hyundai Tucson
The fourth-generation Hyundai Tucson was introduced in India by Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) in August. The 2022 Tucson SUV offers a tonne of convenience and safety features is based on Hyundai's most recent "Sensuous Sportiness" design language. A 2.0-liter diesel engine and a 2.0-liter petrol engine are the two different powertrain options available for Tucson. While the latter produces 154 bhp and 192 Nm of peak torque, the former produces 184 bhp and 416 Nm. The petrol engine comes with a 6-speed torque converter, whereas the diesel engine is available with an 8-speed torque converter automatic transmission. The Tucson is also equipped with ADAS.
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Mahindra XUV300 Turbo Sport
In October, Mahindra unveiled the XUV300 compact SUV's turbo sport variant. The Mahindra XUV300 Turbo Sport variant is one of the most potent SUVs in its class thanks to its turbocharged gasoline engine. A 1.2-liter, three-cylinder, turbocharged petrol engine and the new model were both released. It has a maximum power output of 128 bhp and a peak torque of 230 Nm. Compared to competitors on the market, the peak torque is 35% higher. Additionally, it has a transient over boost function that increases power to 250 Nm for a thrilling driving experience. The Mahindra XUV300 is one of India's safest small SUVs.
Verdict: With the launch of several SUVs, customers now have a variety of alternatives. Other SUVs are also being developed by the major automakers, such the Mahindra Thar 5-Door, Maruti Suzuki Jimny, Hyundai Creta Facelift, and others which are scheduled to make debut in 2023.
