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In the remaining months of 2025, we are set to witness an exciting flood of launches in the Indian car market, ranging from electric SUVs to compact crossovers.
The most anticipated among these will be the Tata Sierra EV, closely followed by the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara and Escudo. The Venue is set to be renewed in a new generation, while VinFast of Vietnam is preparing to enter the Indian market with the VF 6 and VF 7 electric SUVs. All of these new models bring technology, design, and powertrains suited for the times, making them the most hyped launches of the year for Indian buyers. Also Read: Mahindra XUV 3XO REVX Becomes 1st SUV to Feature Dolby Atmos Under Rs 12 Lakh
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
Maruti Suzuki is going to launch its͏ first EV, the e Vitara, on September 3, 2025. This electric SUV is going to be sold with two battery options: 49 kWh and 61 kWh. It will be able to cover the range of nearly 500 kilometres in both FWD and AWD variants. The price would range from Rs 17 lakh to Rs 22.5 lakh, placing it right amid the action in the mid-size electric SUV space.Maruti Suzuki Escudo
Another major highlight is the upcoming Maruti Suzuki Escudo, a compact SUV that will enter the fray for global and Indian markets. Slated to launch on September 3, it will be placed above Brezza in the lineup. The new SUV will debut with mild and strong hybrid variants. Main features are to include high-tech safety gear and a posh design look that steps up its total draw. Maruti Suzuki wishes to bring this model out at a competitive price, making it affordable yet most feature-filled SUV in the market.
Tata Sierra
The legendary Sierra is set to return in a contemporary avatar with electric and ICE variants. The car is expected to be launched by Diwali 2025. The Sierra EV features stunning looks, a triple-screen dashboard as well as engine options of 1.5-litre turbo-petrol, diesel, or an electric powertrain. It will take on hot sellers like the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. The ex-showroom prices are expected to start from Rs 15 lakh, going up to Rs 25 lakh.New Hyundai Venue
The Hyundai Venue is coming up in 2025. It is expected to carry an updated design with sharper creases, big screens, and a new set of bells and whistles like ADAS. Potential engine options are said to include the current 1.2-litre petrol, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol, and 1.5-litre diesel mills with choices of manual and automatic gearboxes on offer. All this to keep the heat on competitors like Kia Sonet and Maruti Suzuki Brezza in the highly contested compact SUV space.Also Read: Tata Safari 2025 Variants Breakdown – Full Features List Inside

Vinfast VF 7, VF 6
Vietnam’s VinFast will debut in India with its VF 6 and VF 7 electric SUVs. The VF 6 is a smaller EV expected to offer about 400–450 km of range while the larger VF 7 plans to woo premium buyers with dual-motor AWD, futuristic looks, and tech-heavy cabin. If placed strategically, these could be game changers for India’s electric SUV market.Do you find this article useful?