Overview
- Tata Motors confirmed three EVs for calendar 2026 — Sierra EV, a Punch EV facelift and the first Avinya model — with the Sierra widely reported to arrive early in the year.
- Maruti Suzuki’s eVitara is expected in early 2026 with a claimed 543 km range from a 61 kWh battery and a five‑star Bharat NCAP rating, positioning it as a mass‑market BEV contender.
- Fresh spy shots and reports indicate the Punch EV facelift is on track for 2026 with design and tech updates, while feature upgrades such as a new motor, AVAS and ADAS are being discussed but not confirmed.
- The launch calendar kicks off with announced dates for key ICE and crossover entries: Kia Seltos on January 2, Mahindra XUV7XO on January 5, Skoda Kushaq on January 19, Renault Duster on January 26 and Nissan Tekton in February.
- Kia’s Syros EV is reported for the second half of 2026, as manufacturers also ready multiple facelifts and next‑generation ICE SUVs to sustain volumes through the EV transition.