Launch Radar

From Tata motors returning to familiar territory, and a flood of special editions, to a wide variety of motorcycles, automakers have welcomed the rains with equally capable offerings

- By Kanaad Chatterjee

As the mercury dipped, the launches only got hotter — from global unveilings making their way to our shores to long-awaited nameplates staging their return in refreshed avatars. Whether it was performance, practicality, or sheer nostalgia, this season catered to every kind of enthusiast, keeping showrooms buzzing and social feeds full.

CARS

JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SIGNATURE EDITION

Price: Rs 69.04 Lakh

Based on the Limited (O) variant of the Jeep Grand Cherokee, the Signature Edition commands a premium of Rs 1.54 lakh. For the premium, you get a few cosmetic enhancements and a couple of extra features, while the mechanicals remain unchanged. So you still get the 2.0-litre turbo petrol that’s good for 272PS and 400 Nm, paired with the same 8-speed torque converter automatic. Jeep hasn't tweaked the exterior or interior design either, but eagle-eyed enthusiasts would spot motorised side steps that make ingress and egress easier, and rear passengers also get entertainment screens mounted on the back of front seat headrests. The Signature Edition will be available in limited quantities. So, if you have your eyes on one, better act quickly.

MERCEDES-BENZ G 63 COLLECTOR'S EDITION

Price: Rs. 4.30 crore