Next-Gen Kia Seltos To Renault Duster: Top 5 SUVs launching in India in 2026

With five major SUVs arriving within the next 60 days, India’s SUV segment is set for a major shake-up, promising fresh designs, more features, and stronger competition across categories. Read the article given below for full details.

Post Published By: Ayushi Bisht
Updated : 2 December 2025, 5:49 PM IST
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New Delhi: India’s SUV market is gearing up for a busy start to 2026, with several major brands preparing to introduce new-generation models and important facelifts.

From the next-gen Kia Seltos to the long-awaited return of the Renault Duster, here’s a detailed look at the key SUVs expected to arrive in the coming two months.

Next-Generation Kia Seltos: Global Debut First, India Launch Soon After

Kia is preparing to unveil the next-generation Seltos globally on December 10, 2025, in Korea. The India launch is expected shortly after, in early 2026. The new Seltos adopts a design philosophy inspired by the EV9 and Syros, featuring a more upright and premium-looking front fascia.

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Inside the cabin, Kia is expected to introduce a major overhaul, including a larger touchscreen infotainment system and a fully digital instrument cluster.

Features such as ambient lighting, connected car tech, ventilated front seats, six airbags, a panoramic sunroof, and automatic climate control are likely to enhance the overall experience.

Next-Gen Maruti Suzuki Brezza: Familiar Look, Big Tech Upgrades

Maruti Suzuki is also readying the next-generation Brezza, which has been spotted testing multiple times on Indian roads. While the silhouette and basic shape remain familiar, subtle updates are visible in the grille design, bumpers, and rear styling.

The biggest upgrade is expected in the safety and technology department. The new Brezza may receive a Level 2 ADAS suite along with standard safety features such as six airbags, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX mounts, and Hill Hold Assist. These additions should make it one of the most feature-loaded compact SUVs in the segment.

Tata Punch Facelift: Sharper Design, Tech-Loaded Cabin

Tata Motors is preparing to launch the 2026 Punch facelift early next year. Test mules revealed significant design changes inspired by the electric Punch EV. The updated model gets new LED DRLs placed higher on the bonnet and triangular housing for the headlamps, giving the SUV a more modern stance.

Inside, the facelifted Punch is expected to offer features such as front ventilated seats, a redesigned center console, and a free-standing touchscreen system. Tata may also introduce better materials and new interior colour schemes to elevate cabin appeal.

Nissan Tekton: New C-Segment SUV To Strengthen Brand’s India Lineup

Nissan is ready to revamp its India portfolio with an all-new C-segment SUV, likely called the Tekton. The model will share the CMF-B platform with the upcoming Renault Duster.

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While the interior has not been revealed yet, the Tekton is expected to feature a 10.1-inch infotainment display paired with a 7-inch digital driver’s screen. The Tekton will be joined by a new seven-seater MPV and SUV as part of Nissan’s broader India strategy.

Renault Duster: Iconic SUV Returns on January 26

The legendary Renault Duster is making a comeback, with its India launch confirmed for January 26, 2026. Spy shots of the upcoming model reveal a feature-rich cabin with a three-screen layout a 10.1-inch infotainment unit, a 7-inch co-passenger display, and a full-digital instrument cluster.

Renault is also expected to pack the new Duster with advanced safety tech and modern driver assistance systems.

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  • 2 December 2025, 5:49 PM IST

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