Archive · 13 Sep 2026
BMW i5 LWB Leads Week of New Automotive Launches
Several vehicle companies introduced or updated products this week.
BMW launched an electric i5 sedan made in India.
It can reportedly travel up to 669 km on one charge.
Xiaomi introduced larger SUVs that can carry five or seven people.
The company claims these SUVs can travel up to 1,705 km using their extended-range system.
BGauss and Kinetic added new electric scooters with different battery and range options.
Jawa released a special-looking version of its 42 motorcycle, while Suzuki gave its Gixxer motorcycles new colours.
Jawa deliveries are scheduled to start on September 14.
BMW India launched the locally assembled i5 Long Wheelbase at ₹79.60 lakh, with a claimed range of up to 669 km.
Xiaomi introduced the five-seat SkyNomad N70 and seven-seat N90 extended-range SUVs, offering up to 1,705 km of claimed range.
BGauss launched the C12 MaxR electric scooter at an introductory ₹1.46 lakh with four colour options.
Suzuki refreshed five Gixxer models with new colours and graphics, without changing their engines, chassis or equipment.
Jawa launched the cosmetic-focused 42 All Stars Edition, while Kinetic introduced the 3.1 kWh DX Plus scooter with up to 132 km of range.
- Who
- BMW India, Xiaomi, BGauss, Suzuki Motorcycle India, Classic Legends and Kinetic announced vehicle updates.
- What
- The companies launched or updated electric cars, extended-range SUVs, electric scooters and motorcycles.
- When
- The developments were announced this week; Jawa deliveries are scheduled to begin on September 14.
- Where
- The BMW i5 Long Wheelbase is assembled at BMW Group Plant Chennai, while the other launches are described for the Indian or Chinese markets.
- Why
- The updates target demand for electric mobility, longer range, family-oriented vehicles, special editions and refreshed styling.
- BMW i5 LWB price
- ₹79.60 lakh ex-showroom
- BMW i5 LWB range
- Up to 669 km, claimed
- Xiaomi SkyNomad range
- Up to 1,705 km, claimed
- BGauss C12 MaxR price
- ₹1.46 lakh introductory ex-showroom price
- Kinetic DX Plus range
- Up to 132 km IDC-certified range
- Jawa 42 All Stars deliveries
- Scheduled to begin on September 14
- Suzuki Gixxer range pricing
- ₹1,37,221 to ₹1,98,476 ex-showroom