Overview

• Fresh test shots from Spain show a substantially reworked exterior with new LED lighting, a smaller grille, a cleaner side profile, and redesigned taillights and wheels.
• A visible exhaust on the prototype corroborates that the model retains an internal combustion engine as electrified options expand rather than a switch to a full EV.
• Cabin changes are expected to include a more modern digital cockpit, potentially a curved display setup, with an ADAS suite likely for India-spec models.
• Underpinnings are expected to evolve from the current platform, with reporting indicating commonality with the Bayon and a possible new 1.2-litre turbo-petrol option that is described as hybrid-ready.
• Industry timelines suggest an appearance in mid-2026 and market launch in 2027, with an India-specific sub-4-metre version projected for fiscal 2027–28 after the Bayon’s expected India arrival in mid-2026.