Diwali shopping usually means clothes, gadgets and gold. This year, add a new car to that list, because October 2026 is one of the busiest launch months the Indian market has seen in a while.
Here's the full lineup, broken down by segment.
At a glance
| Model | Launch date | Expected Price (ex-showroom) |
|---|---|---|
| Honda Elevate (facelift) | October 6 | ₹11.80 Lakh |
| Volvo EX90 | October 12 | ₹1.20 Crore |
| Volvo ES90 | October 12 | ₹1.10 Crore |
| Toyota Glanza (facelift) | October 14 | ₹6.45 Lakh to ₹ 9.99 Lakh |
| Hyundai Bayon | October 15 | ₹10 Lakh to ₹12.5 Lakh |
| Audi Q3 (3rd gen) | October 16 | ₹46 Lakh to ₹52 Lakh |
\Prices and dates are media-reported estimates as of September 2026 and can shift closer to launch.*
Flagship Cars
The Volvo EX90 and ES90 land on October 12 at an estimated ₹1.20 Crore and ₹1.10 Crore, while the redesigned Audi Q3 arrives October 16 around ₹46 Lakh to ₹52 Lakh with all-wheel drive as standard.
Volvo EX90 and ES90: These are Volvo's two most important electric models yet. The EX90 is a seven-seat electric SUV, and the ES90 marks Volvo's return to the luxury sedan segment. Both use the new SPA2 platform with an 800-volt architecture, supporting up to 350 kW DC fast charging, enough for a 10 to 80 percent top-up in around 22 minutes.
Audi Q3 third generation: A ground-up redesign, not a facelift. It packs a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine making around 204 hp and 320 Nm, sent through a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox to all four wheels via standard Quattro drive, which should make it noticeably quicker than most rivals here. Inside, an 11.9-inch digital cluster sits beside a 12.8-inch touchscreen in a curved display setup. Some early estimates place the entry variant closer to ₹45 lakh.
Mainstream SUVs and Hatchbacks
Budget-conscious buyers get three launches: the Honda Elevate facelift on October 6 from ₹11.80 lakh, the Toyota Glanza facelift on October 14 from ₹6.45 lakh, and the Hyundai Bayon on October 15 between ₹10 lakh and ₹12.5 lakh (ex-showroom).
Honda Elevate: Sticks with the familiar 1.5-litre petrol engine (around 121 hp, 145 Nm), paired with a six-speed manual or CVT. The bigger story is equipment: ventilated front seats, a factory-fitted 360-degree camera and a larger touchscreen, useful if you've ever squeezed this SUV into a tight parking spot.
Toyota Glanza: The current 1.2-litre four-cylinder engine gives way to a new Z12E 1.2-litre three-cylinder unit making around 83 hp, alongside a 70 hp CNG variant for high-mileage buyers watching running costs. Current pricing runs ₹6.45 lakh to ₹9.99 lakh (ex-showroom), and the facelift will likely push that slightly higher.
Hyundai Bayon: Slots between the Venue and Creta at roughly 4.2 metres long, for buyers who find one too small and the other too pricey. It gets a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, dual 10.25-inch screens, and a generative AI voice assistant for hands-free navigation and cabin controls. Bookings are open at ₹11,000.
A Final Word
Before booking anything, check the on-road price against the ex-showroom figure in your state, since RTO registration, insurance and cess can add a meaningful chunk, especially on the luxury models here. And if you're financing the purchase, compare loan offers before the festive rush pushes dealers to bundle rates you haven't actually checked.
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