Archive · 19 Sep 2026
Auto Week: BMW, Volvo, Hyundai and Kawasaki Updates
Several car and motorcycle companies announced new or updated vehicles this week.
BMW launched refreshed versions of its 7 Series and electric i7 in India.
Volvo showed plug-in hybrid updates for its XC60 and XC90 SUVs, but those versions are not currently sold in India.
Hyundai teased its upcoming Bayon SUV before its festive-season launch.
Kawasaki launched updated Vulcan S and Z650RS motorcycles in India.
TVS added new technology and equipment to some Apache and Ronin models.
Hero introduced a Glamour X 125 variant with single-channel ABS.
These updates give buyers more vehicle choices and features.
BMW launched refreshed 7 Series and i7 models in India, priced from ₹1.80 crore and ₹2.10 crore.
Volvo updated the XC60 and XC90 plug-in hybrids internationally, while India continues with their 48V mild-hybrid versions.
Hyundai teased the Bayon SUV in a new red colour ahead of its expected festive-season launch in India.
Kawasaki introduced updated Vulcan S and Z650RS motorcycles in India on September 15 and 16.
TVS updated its Apache and Ronin motorcycles, while Hero added single-channel ABS to the Glamour X 125 range.
- Who
- BMW, Volvo, Hyundai, Kawasaki, TVS Motor and Hero MotoCorp.
- What
- The companies announced or launched updated cars, SUVs and motorcycles, including the BMW 7 Series, Volvo XC60, Hyundai Bayon and Kawasaki Vulcan S.
- When
- During the third week of September; Kawasaki launched the Vulcan S on September 15 and the Z650RS on September 16.
- Where
- India, with Volvo’s latest plug-in hybrid updates described for markets where those versions are offered.
- Why
- To refresh vehicle line-ups, add technology or equipment, and prepare for the festive-season buying period.
- BMW 7 Series price
- Starts at ₹1.80 crore ex-showroom in India.
- BMW i7 price
- Starts at ₹2.10 crore ex-showroom in India.
- Volvo India powertrain
- The XC60 and XC90 continue with 48V mild-hybrid systems and a 2.0-litre engine producing 250hp and 360Nm.
- Hyundai Bayon positioning
- The SUV will sit between the Venue and Creta in Hyundai’s India line-up.
- Kawasaki Vulcan S
- Priced at ₹8.23 lakh ex-showroom, with a 649cc engine producing 60PS and 62.4Nm.
- Kawasaki Z650RS
- Priced at ₹7.83 lakh ex-showroom, with a 649cc engine producing 68PS and 64Nm.
- Hero Glamour X 125
- The new single-channel ABS variant starts at ₹1.01 lakh ex-showroom.