- New facelifts of existing models to be launched in 2023.
- Hyundai, Tata, MG, Honda, and more brands to unveil facelifts.
- To undergo exterior and interior changes with feature updates like ADAS as well.
Who doesn't like a new hairstyle once in a while or a better-looking physique for the New Year? So do our beloved 4-wheeled friends. There are quite a few cars slated for a facelift this year. Facelifts in simple terms are minor or major cosmetic changes on the outside and inside, a new grill, or a renovated cabin. Do you need to wait for the new version or go with the current one? Let's check out the lineup for the facelift arrivals coming your way and you decide.
1. Hyundai Creta
One of the most popular and trusted SUVs in India is the Hyundai Creta. Since its launch in 2015, it became an instant favorite. Creta saw its second-gen update in 2020 and is now ready with the facelift for 2023. The Hyundai Creta facelift has been launched in the international car market for quite some time now and is ready for its Indian rollout. The Auto Expo 2023 will be the showcase ground for its launch.
The Facelift is expected to see some feature updates like the 360-degree camera and the major highlight is the ADAS features inclusion. The front will be visually different with DRLs being integrated into the new Tucson-style grills, blending it with the current design language of Hyundai.
2. MG Hector
MG is ready with its star player MG Hector's facelift update for 2023. It will get a redesigned front grill and some minor changes at the rear as well with a LED strip running across the width of the car. The major changes are, however on the inside, with a 14' massive portrait oriented infotainment screen.
The evolved Hector's cabin will be more luxurious and will offer a host of features like the connected car tech and the ADAS functionality as well, which has made its way to the newly launched SUVs. There are however no mechanical changes in the new transformed version.
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3. Kia Seltos Facelift
The Korean Sister Brand of Hyundai, Kia with its buzzing and most liked compact SUV from its lineup, Kia Seltos is ready with its revamped presence for the Indian launch. Like the Creta, it was already launched in the international market some time back. and is now making its way here.
A bigger grill and tweaked headlight design with DRLs extending into the grill as a thin LED strip can be seen on the newer version. The Facelift will reportedly replace the existing Turbo-petrol 1.4 litre engine with a new 1.5-litre unit. The same engine will be shared with the Hyundai Creta 2023. The new facelift is expected to sport ADAS features as well.
4. Tata Harrier Facelift
The Indian carmaker Tata is ready to show unveil the new iteration of the Tata Harrier in 2023. The test mule of the same was spotted testing some time back in camouflage to disguise the design updates.
The new version will be sporting a new grill design and some upgrades in the headlights setup as well. The rear is not going to get any major updates, just some minor tweaking. The inside of the cabin will reportedly see a new infotainment and instrument cluster. No change in the engine specs is expected for this update.
Following the current trend, The new Harrier will be equipped with a host of ADAS features as well.
5. Honda City Facelift 2023
Keeping the segment of sedans alive, the premium family sedan offering from the Japanese Giant, the Honda City facelift has been spotted on quite a few occasions. The updated Honda City is expected to get a new front bumper and refreshed design. Although no change is expected in the engines already on offer and it would also likely continue with its diesel engine on this version as well.
The interior should get some feature updates to keep it on par with its rivals. Wireless charging, Heads-up Display, and ventilated seats. Also, the ADAS feature would be here, like it has made its way into all the facelifts mentioned above.
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6. Hyundai i10 NIOS Facelift 2023
It's not just SUVs and sedans that will be receiving a renovation. Hyundai is planning a facelift of the Grand i10 NIOS which was also spied with some changes at the front and a few changes at the back. It could get a redesigned front grill, new headlamps, and DRLs. However, there are no structural differences to be seen when compared to the present model.
Grand i10 competes with the likes of Maruti Suzuki Swift and other hatchbacks of the same segment. Premium features are highly unlikely to be included considering the price point that it caters to.
Hyundai Aura is also speculated to see a make-over like its hatch sibling Grand i10 NIOS that follows the same design statement, but it remains speculation as of now.
Summarizing the list of the top facelifts coming this year.
- Hyundai Creta
- Tata Harrier
- Kia Seltos
- MG Hector
- Honda City
- Hyundai i10 Grand NIOS
VERDICT - 2023 is likely to see quite a few facelifts on the current models with fresh launches as well. The Auto Expo 2023 will house some of the major brands looking forward to showcasing their new products and upgrades to their existing portfolios. SUVs, sedans, and even hatchbacks coming with an overhaul will benefit the brands to reinvent their star products and keep the ball rolling in 2023 as well.
