The Indian automotive market was buzzing in the mid week of December 2025. There was no dearth of big updates such as new debuts, facelifts reveal, record-breaking bookings and yearend discounts.
The major highlight was the overwhelming response received by the reincarnated Tata Sierra, which got significant bookings on day one. In addition, the developments from MG, Mini, Kia Motors, Maruti Suzuki and Mahindra as well caught the attention of consumers and enthusiasts alike.
This week’s Top India Car News roundup is based on official releases and credible sources, ensuring buyers get all the important updates that are defining the market as 2025 starts to round-up.
Top India Car News of the Week
Tata Sierra Revival Sets A New Record With Over 70,000 Bookings On Day
One of the most discussed topics in Top Indian Car News of The Week was the Tata Sierra’s booking reaction.
Official bookings for the Tata Nano opened on 16 December 2025, and by January 2006 over 70,000 customers had booked a car. More than 1.35 lakh customers also shared their preferred variants and configurations which reflects an even more sustained interest from end users beyond the initial bookings received.
The next-gen Tata Sierra is priced at ₹11.49 lakh onwards to ₹21.29 lakh (ex-showroom) and competes against mid-size SUVs in the market. The enthusiastic response is based largely on nostalgia that matched the original Sierra sold between 1991 and 2003, paired with modern design plus more features and better safety gear. The date for the delivery is set to start on January 15, 2026. But because of popularity, 3-6 months waiting is anticipated for the popular versions.
MG Hector and Hector Plus Facelift Launched
JSW MG Motor India in the list of top india car news to get yet another significant update was that JSW MG Motor India launched hector and Hctor Plus facelift on 15th of December, 2025. The facelift is mainly about fresh visuals and techiness, with a restyled grille, refreshed bumpers and an all-new 14-inch touchscreen infotainment system equipped with gesture controls.
The 5-seater version of the MG Hector is priced from ₹11.99 lakh, while the Hector Plus 7-seater comes with a starting price of ₹17.29 lakh (ex-showroom). Both models are currently offered at launch with a petrol engine and CVT automatic gearbox. Diesel models are planned for 2026.
Mini Cooper S Convertible Makes India Debut
Adding to the premium segment updates in the Top India Car News of the Week, Mini India launched the Cooper S Convertible on December 12, 2025. The car costs ₹58.50 lakh (ex-showroom), is available in a single loaded variant and imported to the country as CBU.
It gets the 2.0-litre turbo-petrol promotes 204 hp and is hooked up to a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. There’s an electric soft-top roof for open air driving, and a 9.4-inch circular OLED touchscreen and premium interior finishes in the cabin.
2026 Seltos – Global Debut and India Expectations
Kia’s global reveal of the second-generation Seltos on December 10, 2025, also featured prominently in the Top India Car News of the Week. The updated model gets new styling, slightly larger dimensions, and new powertrain options, including hybrid technology for select international markets.
The Kia Seltos 2026 India launch is likely to happen early 2026. It will directly rival the upcoming Hyundai Creta facelift, as well as other mid-size SUVs. We do not yet have India bound specifications but I expect a little more on interior quality, features and ADAS.
Other Notable Updates from the Week
Other updates covered in the Top India Car News of the Week include Maruti Suzuki sharing detailed information about the upcoming e Vitara electric SUV. The company confirmed multiple variants, a claimed range of up to 543 km (ARAI), and a January 2026 launch timeline.
End-of-the-year discounts were also very much in evidence. Maruti Suzuki provided benefits of up to ₹2.19 lakh on some models, while Volkswagen, Renault and MG Motors announced similar offers to liquidate 2025 stock.
Mahindra teased the interior of the upcoming XUV 7XO, which is likely to be the facelifted model of XUV700, ahead of its scheduled January 2026 unveiling.
Overall, this Top India Car News of the Week reflects strong customer interest, competitive updates in the SUV segment, and growing attention toward electric and premium vehicles. The Tata Sierra’s booking success stands out as a major development, while updates from MG, Kia, and Maruti Suzuki point to an action-packed start for the Indian auto industry in 2026.
