Top Indian Auto News of the Week: Hyundai i20 Price Drop, MG Majestor’s Worldwide Debut, and Nissan Gravite’s Launch Date
There are design teasers and a confirmed launch date for Nissan's next family-friendly MPV, the Gravite.
Ahead of its India launch, MG's largest SUV to date makes its international debut.
The exact release date for Nissan India's next seven-seater MPV, the Gravite, was finally confirmed this week. Following earlier postponements, the Japanese firm has scheduled the formal debut for February 17, 2026, with showroom deliveries anticipated shortly thereafter.
The Renault Triber platform serves as the foundation for the Gravite, which shares practical engineering elements with its own design elements.
Information made public prior to the launch points to a stylish cabin with adjustable seats, a selection of manual and AMT gears, and a small footprint designed for Indian families.
Additionally, reports allude to a potential CNG version, highlighting Nissan's goal to provide both affordability and usefulness.
By introducing its next flagship SUV, the Majestor, in Kuwait under the moniker MG Rakan 4x4, MG Motor has generated a lot of curiosity. Ahead of the SUV's February 12, 2026, introduction in India, consumers may see its dramatic appearance and luxury positioning in this preview.
With a powerful diesel engine, standard 4x4 capability, and an extensive feature set targeted at competing premium three-row SUVs, the Majestor/Rakan stands out. Its arrival marks MG's entry into the upper echelons of the SUV market in India.
By reintroducing the base "Era" variation and providing reductions on the current Magna and Magna Executive trims, Hyundai has improved the bargain of its well-liked i20 hatchback. These changes increase the i20's affordability for budget-conscious consumers in the cutthroat premium hatch market.
The price change, which can save up to ₹88,000 on some trims, highlights a larger manufacturer strategy to draw in budget-conscious buyers without sacrificing essential features or everyday usage.
Tata's dedication to updated product appeal is demonstrated by the Tata Punch facelift, which continues to be delivered alongside these significant tales.
| Update | Key Details | Expected India Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Nissan Gravite | Launch set for February 17 2026; design and interior teasers released; MPV on Triber-based platform | MPV on Triber-based platform |
| MG Majestor / Rakan | Debuted in Kuwait as Rakan 4×4; India launch; February 12 2026 | Premium flagship SUV with 4×4 and robust diesel powertrain |
| Hyundai i20 Pricing | Base Era re-introduced; price cuts up to ₹88,000 | Increased affordability for the popular hatchback |
| Tata Punch Facelift | Deliveries ongoing; updated design and engine | Supports appeal in compact SUV space |
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