Looking to buy a new car this festive season? Hold on a little—several exciting models are about to hit the Indian market.
With recent GST rate cuts boosting consumer sentiment, October promises to be a special month for car enthusiasts, with multiple new and updated vehicles launching.
1. Mahindra Thar Facelift (2025)
Expected Launch: First week of October
Expected Price: Starting at ₹11 lakh
Mahindra’s iconic 3-door off-roader, the Thar, is getting its first mid-life update. Ahead of the launch, videos and images have gone viral on social media, showing the car’s new features and design.
Key Changes:
Exterior: New grille with double stacked slots, C-shaped LED DRLs, new alloy wheels, and two new color options.
Interior: Premium cabin with a Scorpio-N style steering wheel, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless charger, front armrest, and reverse parking camera.
Engine: Same 2.0-litre turbo-petrol and 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engines, with manual and automatic transmission options.
2. Mahindra Bolero Neo Facelift (2025)
Expected Launch: October 6, 2025
Expected Price: Starting at ₹9 lakh
Mahindra is updating its compact SUV, the Bolero Neo, which has been spotted testing multiple times recently.
Key Changes:
Exterior: New grille, tweaked bumpers, and updated alloy wheels for a fresh look.
Interior: Black and brown theme, 10.25-inch touchscreen, new fabric upholstery, and wireless smartphone connectivity.
Engine: Retains the existing 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder mHawk diesel engine (100 bhp, 260 Nm torque).
3. Skoda Octavia RS
Bookings Open: October 6, 2025
Price Announcement: October 17, 2025
Skoda is relaunching its performance sedan, the Octavia RS, in India.
Highlights:
Limited Units: Only 100 units imported as fully built units (FBU).
Engine: 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine producing 261 bhp and 370 Nm torque, paired with a 7-speed DSG automatic gearbox.
4. Mini Countryman JCW
Price Announced: October 14, 2025
Mini, a BMW brand, is launching its performance SUV, the Countryman JCW (John Cooper Works). Bookings are already open. This SUV combines luxury with racetrack-style performance.
5. Citroën Aircross X
Expected Launch: October 2025
French carmaker Citroën is set to launch the new ‘X’ version of its Aircross SUV. A recent teaser revealed a new attractive green paint option and several upgraded features to distinguish it from the current model.
