SUVs Dominate January 2026 Launches: Tata Punch, Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV 7XO & 3XO EV Enter Market

• January 2026 saw significant SUV launches, including the facelifted Tata Punch, second-generation Kia Seltos, and new Mahindra XUV 7XO and XUV 3XO EV.
• The 2026 Tata Punch, starting at ₹5.59 lakh, features a new 1.2L turbocharged petrol engine, 10.25-inch touchscreen, 360-degree camera, sunroof, and 6 airbags, with a mileage of 26.99 km/kg.
• The new Kia Seltos, priced from ₹10.99 lakh, offers a larger design, new K3 platform, dual-pane panoramic sunroof, multiple engine options, and ADAS Level-2+ safety.
• Mahindra XUV 7XO, a facelift of XUV700 starting at ₹13.66 lakh, boasts a triple 12.3-inch screen dashboard, 540-degree camera, 7 airbags, Level-2 ADAS, and Dolby Vision/Atmos.
• The Mahindra XUV 3XO EV, an electric version replacing XUV400, starts at ₹13.89 lakh, features a 39.4 kWh battery with 285 km range, 360-degree surround view, and Level-2 ADAS.

Why It Matters: January 2026 brought a wave of new SUVs, offering advanced features, improved performance, and diverse options.