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Hindustan Times
20 hours ago
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Auto recap, June 28: Relief for CNG car owners, Nissan Magnite offers, 2025 Suzuki Alto debuts & more…
Here is your quick check on the biggest developments in the world of automobiles. Check Offers The automotive industry is experiencing rapid changes, which make it difficult to stay informed about all the latest advancements. At HT Auto, we are dedicated to delivering the most relevant and current information as it becomes available. Below is a concise overview of the key highlights from Saturday, June 28. CNG cars get relief from latest Delhi govt action against old petrol and diesels The Delhi government is enforcing a strict ban on refuelling and operating End-of-Life (EoL) vehicles, which will mark one of its biggest moves to tackle air pollution in the capital city. Starting July 1, 2025, diesel cars older than 10 years and petrol cars older than 15 years will be denied fuel at all fuel pumps in Delhi and subject to immediate seizure. The government has additionally stated that CNG cars older than 15 years are currently excluded from this ban and will not be denied fuel. Also Read : CNG cars get relief from latest Delhi govt action against old petrol and diesels Nissan Magnite gets offers of up to ₹ 86,000, celebrates 2 lakh sales Nissan Motor India has announced that it will be offering benefits of up to ₹ 86,000 with the Magnite. It is a celebratory offer as the compact SUV recently crossed the 2 lakh sales milestone in India. The newly introduced CNG version, priced at ₹ 6.89 lakh, features a dealer-level retrofit for cleaner fuel, appealing to eco-conscious consumers. To know more information about the offer, the customers would need to visit the authorised dealerships, as they would be able to give out further details. Also Read : Nissan Magnite gets offers of up to ₹ 86,000, celebrates 2 lakh sales 2025 Suzuki Alto revealed, becomes most fuel-efficient car in Japan Suzuki has updated the Japanese-spec Alto hatchback for 2025, bringing a nip and tuck to its looks and the feature list. The Suzuki Alto remains one of the most popular cars in Japan, and is completely different from the model sold in India. The Japanese-spec model falls in the Kei car category in its home market, making it a small yet accessible offering for the masses. Also Read : 2025 Suzuki Alto revealed, becomes most fuel-efficient car in Japan Xiaomi's YU7 SUV launched internationally, gathers over 2,40,000 bookings Xiaomi has expanded its electric vehicle portfolio with the launch of its all-new YU7 electric SUV in China, priced from RMB 253,000 (approximately ₹ 30.26 lakh). Following the success of its debut EV, the SU7 sedan, the YU7 is Xiaomi's second foray into the automotive space and comes loaded with technology, performance, and customisation options. In a strong show of market demand, Xiaomi confirmed that over 240,000 pre-orders were placed within the first 18 hours of launch, reinforcing the brand's growing presence in China's EV segment. The YU7 also arrives with a price advantage, undercutting the Tesla Model Y by nearly 4 per cent in the region. Also Read : Xiaomi's YU7 SUV launched internationally, gathers over 2,40,000 bookings. Check details Get insights into Upcoming Cars In India, Electric Vehicles, Upcoming Bikes in India and cutting-edge technology transforming the automotive landscape. First Published Date: 29 Jun 2025, 08:29 AM IST
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
2025 Suzuki Alto revealed, becomes most fuel-efficient car in Japan
The Suzuki Alto sold in Japan has received an nip and tuck making it more aerodynamic and fuel efficiency Check Offers Suzuki has updated the Japanese-spec Alto hatchback for 2025, bringing a nip and tuck to its looks and the feature list. The Suzuki Alto remains one of the most popular cars in Japan, and is completely different from the model sold in India. The Japanese-spec model falls in the Kei car category in its home market, making it a small yet accessible offering for the masses. 2025 Suzuki Alto facelift launched in Japan: What's New? The 2025 Suzuki Alto facelift gets a light update for the latest model year, since the ninth-generation version went on sale in 2021. The mild facelift arrives with a revised front sporting a new grille, while the lower intakes have been reshaped and match the rounded profile of the bumper in a better way. The rest of the bodywork remains largely unchanged, save for the new roof spoiler at the rear. Also Read : Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 becomes the most affordable car with six airbags. Check details The 2025 Suzuki Alto gets a fuel efficiency of 28.2 kmpl (WLTC) on the hybrid version, making it the most economical car in Japan 2025 Suzuki Alto Facelift: Specifications Suzuki says the subtle changes in the design have helped improve the 2025 Alto facelift's aerodynamics. This, in turn, has improved the fuel economy on the little model. Powering the 2025 Suzuki Alto is the 660 cc three-cylinder engine available in naturally aspirated and mild-hybrid options. The automaker claims a fuel efficiency of 28.2 kmpl (WLTC) on the hybrid, a mild hike over 27.6 kmpl offered on the older model. This makes the new Alto the most fuel-efficient hybrid mini car in Japan. Inside, the Japanese-spec Suzuki Alto facelift continues to be a four-seater with the tallboy design liberating more room. The interior comes with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Suzuki Connect, and remote air conditioning via a smartphone. The hybrid version gets a leather steering wheel and chrome-plated door handles while riding on steel wheels. The 2025 Suzuki Alto gets a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Suzuki Connect, while the compact proportions of the kei car make it a four-seater 2025 Suzuki Alto: Safety Features On the safety front, the Suzuki Alto will come with ADAS safety tech comprising Dual Sensor Brake Support II, Lane Departure Prevention, and a traffic light departure notification system. The 2025 Alto is available in Japan priced at 11,42,900 Yen (approx. ₹ 6.76 lakh) for the naturally aspirated version sending power to the front wheels, while the top-spec hybrid is priced at 16,39,000 Yen (approx. ₹ 9.70 lakh) with four-wheel drive. Maruti Suzuki Alto in India The India-spec Maruti Suzuki Alto is completely different from the Japanese version. The model comes with a 1.0-litre three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine. The hatchback also comes with ABS and EBD, ESP, six airbags, and rear parking sensors. The India-spec Alto returns a fuel efficiency of 24.39 kmpl on the manual, and 24.90 kmpl on the AMT. The automaker also offers a CNG version returning 33.40 km per kg. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2024, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 27 Jun 2025, 15:43 PM IST
