Here is a look at all the important car launches expected to take place in November 2023.
Mercedes-Benz GLE Facelift
The new GLE facelift is scheduled to launch on November 2, 2023, alongside the AMG C43. The latest iteration of the GLE gets several changes both on the exterior as well as inside the cabin. The SUV features redesigned LED headlights and tail lights, reworked bumpers and new alloy wheels.
In the global markets, Mercedes offers the GLE with three powertrain options equipped with a 48V mild-hybrid system. These include the base GLE 300d with 265 BHP / 550 Nm, the GLE 450d with 362 BHP / 750 Nm and the GLE 450 powered by a 376 BHP / 500 Nm petrol engine. Mercedes also offers two plug-in hybrid variants: GLE 400e and GLE 350de.
Mercedes-AMG C43
The AMG C43 will go on sale in India on November 2, 2023, alongside the new GLE facelift. The AMG C43 is a sportier version of the C-Class. It will compete with the BMW M340i and the Audi S5 Sportback in the Indian market.
The AMG C43 uses a 2.0-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine paired with an electric turbocharger and a 48V mild-hybrid system. It packs 397 BHP and 500 Nm and is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and the 4Matic all-wheel drive system.
Volkswagen Taigun GT Edge Trail Edition
Volkswagen is gearing up to launch a new variant of the Taigun this month. The ‘Taigun GT Edge Trail’ Edition is likely to go on sale on November 2, 2023, and here are the details.
The Taigun GT Edge Trail Edition will be powered by the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine. This unit puts out 148 BHP and 250 Nm and is paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DSG.
Lexus LM MPV
Lexus India started accepting pre-bookings for the LM luxury MPV in August this year. The carmaker claims to have received over 100 bookings.
The 2024 Lexus LM is based on Toyota’s GA-K platform and features a redesigned exterior with a large, upright grille, sleek LED headlamps and a wraparound LED light bar that extends across the rear fascia. The LM is available in 4 and 7-seater configurations.
While Lexus hasn’t officially revealed the launch date, we expect it could happen soon.
2024 Skoda Superb Global Unveil
Skoda has released design sketches of the next-generation Superb. The sedan will be officially unveiled on November 2, 2023.
The new-gen Superb is longer and taller than its predecessor, which has resulted in improved headroom and luggage space. Skoda also claims better aerodynamic performance over the outgoing model.
The Superb will be offered with two petrol, two diesel and a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
The premium sedan will make its way to India soon.
2024 Renault Duster Global Unveil
According to a media report, we might get our first look at the next-gen Renault Duster next month. It is said that Dacia, Renault’s sister brand, is gearing up to unveil the all-new Duster on November 29 in Portugal.
The next-gen Duster is expected to be launched in India by 2025 as a rival to the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, VW Taigun and Maruti Grand Vitara.
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