Volkswagen is preparing an update for the Virtus sedan with improved design and additional safety features

November promises to be a month of significant automotive premieres, including the launch of a new brand in India. Furthermore, Toyota plans to introduce an updated version of the popular vehicle—the Toyota Innova Hycross facelift.

This update is expected to feature a hybrid transmission powertrain and a redesigned exterior. Toyota has announced the launch of this model for November 26. The update will affect both the front body and the interior of the car.

Previously, Toyota showcased a prototype of the Innova Hycross based on a smooth hybrid transmission system utilizing Flex Fuel. This prototype is equipped with a modified 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine that operates with electric assistance. The vehicle is capable of running on E85 gasoline, which is a good option for those concerned about future fuel sources.

The displayed prototype utilized updated spark plugs and piston rings. Additionally, an ethanol sensor, a modernized fuel pump and filter were integrated, and materials compatible with ethanol were used in the fuel tank.

Some secretly taken photos of the car indicate major changes to the front end. The updated design may feature slimmer headlights, and the company might also provide a new grille design, giving the Hycross a fresh look. The company aims to give the Hycross a look similar to an SUV rather than an MPV.

No changes are expected to the side body panels; the overall silhouette will remain the same. However, new wheels might appear. Major differences in the rear bumper and taillights are also not predicted. The updated Innova Hycross can be expected to have a new interior.

The company may equip the vehicle with a raised center console, an automatic gear selector, and adjustment controls located on the door panels, while maintaining a dashboard design similar to the previous version. Toyota will also add an improved screen and new trim and upholstery elements to this model. The price of the current Innova Hycross model starts from 19.53 lakh rupees.

Maruti Suzuki continues to update its range of vehicles. Recently, the updated Baleno Facelift was introduced, and now the company is preparing to release the updated Maruti Fronx model. Work on the phased version of this car is underway, and its test samples have been spotted on the roads multiple times.

The new version of the Maruti Fronx has been spotted again, with the car completely covered in camouflage. Nevertheless, some design elements are visible even under this camouflage. The car will feature elements such as dual-function LED daytime running lights (DRLs), split headlights with black internal elements, and a large front grille.

Changes are expected in the front grille of the updated Fronx. Protective skid plates may be added to give the crossover a bolder appearance. The car has also been seen with existing alloy wheels.

The overall exterior look of the updated version will remain similar to the current Fronx, with significant changes focusing specifically on the front end. The rear section is not expected to undergo radical changes. The new Fronx will be equipped with a range of new features, including Level 2 ADAS, which was previously implemented in the Baleno Facelift.

Level 2 ADAS features will include automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high beam assist. In the cabin, the company plans minimal changes, but options such as keyless start, automatic climate control, six airbags, a 360-degree camera, a Head-Up Display, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support will be available.

The car will retain characteristics such as electrically adjustable rearview mirrors, cruise control, leather-wrapped steering wheel, 16-inch alloy wheels, wireless phone charging, a 9-inch touchscreen system, ventilated seats, and other conveniences.

The main change might occur in the engine. The new Fronx may be fitted with a 1.2-liter three-cylinder Z12E engine, used in the company's latest models such as Baleno, Dzire, and Swift. According to available data, Maruti is also working on an economical hybrid system that could potentially appear in the Fronx, although its release is not expected anytime soon.

Currently, the car is available at a starting price from 6.90 lakh rupees for the exterior. When used in CNG mode, fuel consumption is 28.51 kilometers per kilogram.

The Volkswagen Taigun has celebrated its five-year anniversary in the Indian market. The company first introduced this model in September 2021. Over the past five years, one hundred thousand units of this crossover have been sold in India. Data on this mid-sized SUV was published by the SIAM organization.

According to SIAM data, 99,095 units of this mid-sized crossover were sold by the end of September 2026. To exceed the one hundred thousand mark, the vehicle needs to sell only 905 units in October. By September, the company had exported 52,751 units of the Taigun.

Thus, the total number of Taigun units sold, including domestic sales and exports, reached 151,846. Sales of this car began in the 2022 fiscal year. In the first year of sales, 16,889 units were sold. In the 2023 fiscal year, the SUV showed a growth of 28.69%, selling 21,738 units.

In the 2024 fiscal year, the company sold 20,485 units, after which sales began to decline. In the 2025 fiscal year, Volkswagen sold 19,910 units, and in the 2026 fiscal year, with a drop of 35.14%, 12,912 units were sold. To date, in the 2027 fiscal year, another 7,163 units have been sold, totaling 99,095 Volkswagen Taiguns in the Indian market.

Despite the fact that the sales of this SUV lag behind competitors in its segment, the company released an updated version of the Taigun this year. Sales data analysis shows a growth of approximately 4% year-on-year. In the updated version, the company added an automatic transmission along with an expanded set of features. The starting price of this vehicle is 10.99 lakh rupees, including all charges.

The Volkswagen Taigun is the brand's first SUV and was developed on the MQB A0 IN platform. This car became the first product of the company's India 2.0 project. On the same platform, the Skoda Kushaq was launched in India in June 2021 (previously). A total of 104,863 units of this SUV have been sold to date.