{"id":510474,"date":"2023-06-02T13:07:38","date_gmt":"2023-06-02T07:37:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.spinny.com\/blog\/?p=510474"},"modified":"2025-02-14T12:19:20","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T06:49:20","slug":"spinny-post-may","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.spinny.com\/blog\/spinny-post-may\/","title":{"rendered":"Spinny Post May Wrap-Up: Car Launches"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We\u2019re stoked to introduce your friendly fortnightly digest on all things cars<\/strong>. If you want to keep abreast of all the important stuff that\u2019s brewing in the automotive world, well, all you’ve got to do is stay tuned to the Spinny Post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In our first feature, we present exciting launches that kept the industry buzzing in May. With summer in full swing, renowned brands are gearing up to add cool new additions to their lineups. The upcoming months will witness a surge in SUV launches from leading manufacturers such as Honda, Maruti and Hyundai. From Honda’s breakthrough into the compact SUV segment to Maruti’s long-awaited 4X4 SUV, we\u2019ve got all the information served to you right here.<\/p>\n\n\n

Maruti Fronx: A True-Blue Crossover Based on the Baleno <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Launched on April 24th, at an attractive starting price of Rs. 7.46 lakh, the Maruti Fronx is a Baleno-based SUV-coupe<\/strong> with sharp and attractive styling that borrows elements from the Baleno hatchback and the Grand Vitara SUV. It\u2019s the brand\u2019s latest entrant into the burgeoning compact SUV segment and also marks the return of the 1.0 litre 3-cylinder Boosterjet turbo-petrol engine<\/strong> that powered the Baleno before being discontinued. The entry-level SUV slots in well to fit the sweet spot between the Baleno and the Brezza, giving those who were looking for something more than Maruti\u2019s premium hatchback but not ready for the price range of the Brezza, an exciting option to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Honda Elevate: Filling the Mid-Size SUV Gap this June <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Honda has been missing from the hotly contested mid-size SUV segment (or the Creta segment), losing out on crucial sales and failing to meet evolving customer demands. The launch of the Honda Elevate on June 6th will be its attempt to fill this gap, bringing their premium Japanese feel to the segment. The Elevate is expected to come equipped with Honda’s renowned i-VTEC engine<\/strong> and an interior that feels more premium<\/strong> than the competition to help the Japanese carmaker Honda regain its foothold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Get Ready for Adventure: Maruti Jimny arrives on June 7th<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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Thrill-seekers<\/strong> and off-road enthusiasts <\/strong>can now rejoice as the highly anticipated Jimny 4×4 SUV will go on sale in India. Since the iconic Gypsy, Maruti and Suzuki have tantalized the Indian market with the allure of the Jimny, finally bringing an end to the wait in 2023. Maruti will launch the current generation Jimny in a 5-door form with the off-road capabilities remaining intact. Could it entice the Thar\u2019s off-road audience? Only time will tell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n