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Get ready to see the ultimate power, high-grade comfort and technological excellence! These are the TOP 3 upcoming luxury SUVs with a Diesel Engine that will change the definition of performance and style on Indian roads. Provocative styling to state-of-the-art interior design - the future of luxury motoring is nearly upon us.
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1. MG Majestor Diesel
MG Majestor is one of the most awaited high-end SUVs to be
launched in India by 2025 2026 and similar to the brand, it will be rather
important in the offering of the diesel variant.
MG Motor India has recently opened up the Majestor that is a
luxury, ladder-based, multi-seat SUV at Bharat Mobility Expo2025. The Majestor
will be placed above the Gloster with a larges, more rugged and modernistic
looks with plentiful luxury features starting at an estimated ₹40-45 lakh. At
this size, equipments and technologies, MG is swinging at this segment leaders
like the Fortuner and Meridian with a lot of confidence.
The MG Majestor Diesel in India is a combination of power,
luxury and practicality. With a competitive price, it can disrupt the
incumbents and become an alternative of choice of th Indian SUV customers
Engine Power :
- MG Gloster diesel engines to be carried forward
- Single-turbo 2.0L diesel : 161-163 ps, 373-375 nm torque, 2wd (RWD) and 8 speed AT.
- Twin-turbo diesel 2.0L : 215 PS - 478 Nm, 218 ps - 480 Nm torque, optional 4x4, 8-speed gearbox
Safety / Driver Assistance :
Level 2 ADAS, 360 degree camera, multiple airbags (6-12),
blind-spot detection, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, emergency
braking, TPMS, esp, and hill-descent control.
Interior & Technology :
The menu also includes a premium cabin with a free-standing
12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrumentation, panoramic
sliding sunroof, front seats with ventilation and heating with movement and
massaging functions ventilation and heating, three-zone climate control, and a
12-speaker sound system. Among some of the speculations are the heads-up
display, wireless charging, gesture-operated tailgate and i-SMART connected
tech.
Expected Launch & Price :
Projected launch in the Late of 2025 (Nov-Dec). It will be exepcted priced between Rs.40-50 lakh.
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2. Hyundai Palisade Diesel
The Hyundai Palisade is one of
the much-anticipated luxury SUVs that are likely to enter the Indian market. It
is now predicted to be launched in Late 20252026 and some reports suggest it
would come as early as May 2026. As the flagship model of the Hyundai brand,
the Palisade is a foray into a luxury full-size SUV segment that Hyundai is
targeting directly with competition being the Toyota Fortuner, MG Gloster, and
the Jeep Meridian. Its release is projected to be around 2025 2026 which is a
key component to the Hyundai portfolio in India.
The Hyundai Palisade is an impressive vehicle that also features an aggressive design, contemporary capabilities, and VIP level comfort to become a decent competitor in the case of luxury SUVs in India. With its debut, Hyundai has plans to disrupt the traditional competitors and provide Indian consumers with a global SUV experience with the pedigree of the value and service that the company has to offer.
Features & Interior :
High-level interior with 7 or 8 seat configuration (with
captain seats), twin 12.3-inch digital displays (infotainment, driver display),
panoramic sunroof, ventilated/heated seats, tri-zone climate control, numerous
USB-C connections, wireless charging, Bose/ Harman Kardon sound, a 360-degree
camera, and LED ambient trim.
Engine Power :
- Engine is 2.2-litre turbocharged diesel (R2.2), with an output of around 193 - 197 PS and 440 - 441 Nm of torque.
- Mated to 8-speed auto transmission, FWD and AWD are available in the market.
- It goes 0 to 100km/h in about 10.2 seconds in reaching its top speed of about 190km/h. A joint fuel consumption is about 14 km / l (7 l/100 km)
Safety and ADAS :
Advanced Hyundai SmartSense package, including the forward collision assist, blind-spot detection, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, rear occupant alert, as well as 6+ airbags, ESC, and ABS, and possibly also dash-camera and digital-key functionalities
Expected Launch & Price :
The car is projected to start at around 40 lakh (ex-showroom) and can* go as high as 50 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top-end trims. It will be on-road priced depending on location.
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3. Hyundai Tucson 2026 (Facelift)
Tucson Diesel To keep the Indian diesel spirit alive
Hyundai is all set to launch its facelifted 2026 Tucson Diesel in India early
next year (feb 2026) with its capable 2.0 litre, 8-speed auto Gear box and AWD
variant. With a more aggressive grille, redesigned bumpers, and alloy wheels,
the exterior itself is more aggressive. The interior is also refreshed with a
new dashboard set up, steering-mounted gearchange, and refined user interface
that enhance the driving experience.
The diesel version still gives up some of the latest technology, such as Level 2 ADAS, adaptive cruise control, panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, ventilated seats, wireless charging, optional ambient lighting, and Blue-Link connectivity.
New Design/Update :
The exterior will receive a subtle yet an elegant update- a
sharpened parametric grille, redesigned bumpers, smoother LED DRLs, and fresh
alloys designs. Its modernized cabin will have updated dashboard layout, a gear
lever with a steering column and all-new more polished HVAC interface.
Engine Power :
- The 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine carries over, makes around 184 bhp and 416 Nm torque
- 8-speed Manual/Automatic Gear Box.
- The premium diesel model will still have an AWD (4WD) Option.
Features/Safety Tech :
The facelift model will retain its top-end characteristics
of Level 2 ADAS, adaptive cruise control, 360-degree surround camera, and
ventilated front seats. Other standard features left in are the panoramic
sunroof and wireless charging, ambient lighting, and the BlueLink connected car
pack.
Expected Launch & Price :
The expected price range of the diesel facelifted/updated
Tucson will begin with around 29 lakh and end around 36 lakh (ex-showroom)
which is relatively competitive with the mid-size premium SUV segment.
