Archive · 29 Aug 2026
Indian Auto Market Sees MG, Yamaha and Electric Scooter Launches
Several vehicle companies introduced new products in India this week.
MG Motor launched an electric and a plug-in hybrid version of the Hector Tomahawk SUV.
The electric version can travel a claimed 517km on one charge.
The hybrid version uses both petrol and electricity and claims more than 1,100km of total range.
Yamaha launched a new performance motorcycle called the YZF-R2.
Honda introduced the ADV160, which can use a special E85 fuel blend.
Ather and Ola launched new electric scooters with different prices, battery options and claimed ranges.
Bajaj also updated its long-running Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 motorcycles.
MG Motor launched the Hector Tomahawk EV at ₹19.49 lakh with a claimed 517km MIDC range.
The Hector Tomahawk plug-in hybrid combines a 1.5-litre petrol engine with a 20.5kWh battery and claims over 1,100km of range.
Yamaha introduced the YZF-R2 at ₹2.30 lakh with a 204cc engine producing around 26.5hp.
Honda launched the ADV160 adventure scooter at ₹1.70 lakh, featuring E85 flex-fuel capability and 27 litres of storage.
Ather launched the Konarc from ₹99,999, while Ola introduced the S1Z from ₹79,999 with two claimed range options.
- Who
- MG Motor, Yamaha, Honda, Bajaj, Ather and Ola were among the companies making announcements.
- What
- The companies launched or updated SUVs, motorcycles and electric scooters in India.
- When
- During the reported week, including launches on Friday and Saturday.
- Where
- India.
- Why
- MG cited its electrification strategy, while Ather emphasized everyday usability and lower ownership costs for the Konarc.
- MG Hector Tomahawk EV
- Starts at ₹19.49 lakh; uses a 69.2kWh battery and claims a 517km MIDC range.
- MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV
- Combines a 1.5-litre petrol engine with a 20.5kWh battery and claims more than 1,100km of overall range.
- Yamaha YZF-R2
- Priced at ₹2.30 lakh; has a 204cc engine producing around 26.5hp.
- Honda ADV160
- Priced at ₹1.70 lakh; offers E85 flex-fuel capability, 27 litres of under-seat storage and traction control.
- Ather Konarc
- Starts at ₹99,999; select versions claim up to 161km of range and include a highlighted 10-year battery warranty.
- Ola S1Z
- Starts at ₹79,999; offers claimed IDC ranges of 179km and 301km depending on the battery option.
- Bajaj Pulsar update
- The new-generation Pulsar 125 and Pulsar 150 received engine, gearbox and chassis changes.