Launch Announcements: Triumph Thruxton 400 Cafe Racer, Hyundai India's Product Plans, and Debut of Nissan Magnite Kuro
The automotive industry is buzzing with excitement as two new vehicles have been unveiled: the Triumph Thruxton 400 and the Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition.
Triumph Thruxton 400: A Modern Café Racer
Triumph Motorcycles India has launched the new Thruxton 400, a café racer-style motorcycle that brings classic aesthetics and modern performance to the table. The bike is powered by a 399cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled TR-series engine, delivering approximately 41.4 bhp and 37.5 Nm torque.
The Thruxton 400 boasts features such as clip-on handlebars, sculpted fuel tank, bar-end mirrors, LED round headlamps, and a raked windscreen. It shares its frame and core mechanicals with other Triumph 400cc models but has a unique engine tune for a more engaging top-end power delivery.
The Thruxton 400 is expected to be priced around ₹2.5 to ₹2.6 lakh (ex-showroom, India), positioning it slightly above the Scrambler 400 X. This places it in the mid to upper range of Triumph’s Indian 400cc lineup.
| Model | Engine Output (bhp) | Torque (Nm) | Features | Price (₹ lakhs, approx.) | Key Points | |-----------------|---------------------|-------------|----------------------------------------|--------------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------| | Thruxton 400 | 41.4 | 37.5 | Café racer styling, clip-ons, LED lights, ABS, traction control, semi-digital display, USD forks | 2.5 – 2.6 | Sportier, top-end focused tune, premium styling | | Speed 400 | 40 | 37.5 | Modern street styling, USD forks, ride-by-wire, traction control, ABS | ~2.50 | Balanced mid-range between sporty and practical | | Speed T4 | 31 | 36 | Conventional forks, lower-spec brakes, no traction control, no ride-by-wire | <2.0 | Entry-level, budget-oriented with cost-cutting features | | Scrambler 400 X/400 XC | 39.5 | 37.5 | Retro scrambler styling, LED lights, ABS, traction control, semi-digital display | Slightly below Thruxton | Rugged, off-road capable styling, versatile on-road/off-road |
The Thruxton 400 appeals to riders seeking a classic café racer look combined with modern tech and slightly higher peak power than its siblings, especially compared to the Scrambler 400 X or the Speed T4, which focus more on either utility or value.
Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition: An All-Black Themed SUV
Nissan Motor India has launched the 2025 Magnite Kuro Special Edition, an all-black themed variant of the subcompact SUV. The new Magnite Kuro Edition will be available across all engine and transmission options.
Bookings for the 2025 Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition are open at authorized dealerships across India for a token of ₹11,000. The new Magnite Kuro Edition is priced at ₹8.30 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
Hyundai Motor India Limited's Expansion Plans
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) is intensifying its rural commitment, premium ambitions, and manufacturing expansion. HMIL plans to introduce 26 new models by 2030, aiming for volume, value, and future-led mobility. The company will employ a multi-pronged strategy for the next stage of growth, focusing on rural growth and electric vehicle push.
Mercedes-Benz's Global Product Offensive
Mercedes-Benz aims to introduce 30 new models globally by 2026-27 as part of its global product offensive strategy, calling it "the biggest product launch program in the history of Mercedes-Benz." This ambitious plan includes a wide range of vehicles, positioning Mercedes-Benz for continued success in the global automotive market.
Each of these new vehicles represents a significant step forward in their respective segments, offering customers innovative designs, advanced technology, and unparalleled performance.
- The unveiling of the Thruxton 400 and the Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition has created excitement in both the automotive industry and lifestyle, as these new vehicles bring modern technology and unique designs to the table.
- The recent expansion plans of Hyundai Motor India Limited show a focus on rural growth, premium ambitions, and manufacturing expansion, with plans to introduce 26 new models by 2030. Meanwhile, Mercedes-Benz aims to counter this competition with a global product offensive strategy, launching 30 new models by 2026-27 to maintain its success in the global automotive market. In the realm of finance, this aggressive product launch will have significant implications for the entire industry.
