International brands easily outnumber domestic names in India today. Through local production the government offers special duty benefits by making the automotive industry benefit the country. Premium names from these international brands are a plenty, but very few of them have touched upon India. With the rising number of big pocket buyers, big names like Lexus, Infiniti and flagship models like the Mustang are coming to India over the next 3-4 years. Here’s a quick look at this list of big names that will change the game.
Ford Mustang:
Three different engine configurations have been chosen for the iconic release
Easily one of the most iconic names in automotive history, the Mustang has been limited to celebrities like Saif Ali Khan who have imported it. The 2015 Mustang however, will enter more Asian markets including Sri Lanka and India. The 2015 Mustang is available in 3 engine options- a four cylinder EcoBoost, a V6 and a good old fashioned true muscle V8. The EcoBoost is a 2.3-litre mill that generates 305 hp of power and 406 Nm of torque. The V6 is a 3.7-litre mill that generates 300 hp of power and 365 Nm of torque. The big block V8 is a 5.0-litre mill that produces a maximum power output of 420 hp and a peak torque of 528 Nm. The transmissions available are a 6-speed manual or an automatic.
Lexus:
Lexus 2014 Line-up
We see a lot of opportunity in India now. Given that the three German brands are doing well, I feel we need Lexus here.” Words from Naomi Ishii, managing director of Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM). Lexus is Toyota’s luxury marquee and the brand is expected to arrive in India around 2016 and rival the German titan 3( Audi, BMW and Mercedes-Benz). Lexus’s Achilles heel though is a disinterest in diesel engines and a preference for hybrids. Whether or not the Indian market is ready for that, is anyone’s guess.
Infiniti:
Infiniti Motors Line-Up
Nissan’s luxury half too sees potential in India. The brand offers some radical designs with their luxury line up. Models like the G-sedan, Q50 and QX 50 could be the first to arrive in India. Infiniti too will look to bit into the luxury car market and will complete Nissan’s brand family in India. However, Nissan will not sell it through their dealerships as the brand has a level of exclusivity to project.
Abarth 500:
The 500 Abarth is expected to come to India in late 2014
Abarth is the most immediate expected arrival as Fiat Chrysler India has included it in its 4 model launch plan for 2014. The 500 Abarth is a brawnier version of the Fiat 500. It’s petrol-powered 1.4-litre 4-cylinder mill that is tuned to produce either 137PS or 163PS. The India-specific engine configurations have not been revealed yet but the basic 137PS engine is the likely tune India will see. The 163 PS or 193 PS Biposto may be skipped. Prices will be around Rs 24 Lakh before taxes.
Jeep:
The Jeep Grand Cherokee
Jeep is making many motorists scoff as their launch has been delayed repeatedly. The Wrangler Unlimited and Grand Cherokee have been spied in India since early 2013 and while Jeep is confirmed for a launch, there is no word on a fixed date. Jeep will open with the Wrangler in mid 2015 (Price around Rs 30 Lakh) and launch the Grand Cherokee later on (Price around Rs 45 Lakh)
VW Beetle:
2014 VW Beetle Dune Concept
The Volkswagen Beetle had one run in India, but Volkswagen pulled it back out after an average run. The iconic Volkswagen has been confirmed for a return in 2015 and will be priced around the same Rs 25-30 Lakh price bracket. Currently the Beetle range includes the Beetle, Beetle GSR, Beetle Cabriolet and Cabriolet Karman. India is only going to get the standard Beetle.
Nissan GT-R:
SpecV GT-R
The Nissan GT-R is a boy racer’s fantasy. The import tuner will be far from a volume sales model with 2-doors and a price tag of over Rs 70 Lakh. However, Nissan will use it as a halo product in order to improve its image as a car maker. The 370Z was recently pulled out of Nissan India’s line-up along with the X-Trail SUV. The GT-R will reflect well upon Nissan’s passenger car range which primarily focuses on economical vehicles. The expected arrival of the sports car is around mid 2015.
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