Auto Roundup | Explore vehicle launches, sales report, bookings, discounts and other noteworthy highlights of the week

Auto Roundup: This week marked a flurry of activity in the automotive realm. Highlights included the unveiling of Tata Motor's Altroz Racer and the special edition release of the Jeep Meridian, alongside enticing discounts and booking announcements, making it a week of significant developments for car enthusiasts.

Here's a summary of this week's key events:

Tata Motors launches high-performance variant of its esteemed hatchback Altroz Racer 

Tata Motors has launched the Altroz Racer, a spirited rendition of its renowned premium hatchback. With a strong emphasis on performance, the Altroz Racer debuts a formidable 1.2 L Turbo petrol engine, delivering a robust power output of 120 Ps @ 5500 rpm and torque of 170 Nm @ 1750 to 4000 rpm.

Read More: Tata Motors launches Altroz Racer; a sporty evolution of the hatchback

Passenger vehicle wholesales witness marginal growth in May amid high base effect, elections

In May, passenger vehicle wholesales in India experienced a slight uptick, attributed to the lingering impact of a high base effect and subdued demand stemming from general elections. Total passenger vehicle dispatches from manufacturers to dealers reached 3,50,257 lakh units last month, compared to 3,35,436 units in the corresponding month last year, marking a modest growth of 4 per cent.

Read More: Passenger vehicle wholesales in slow lane in May due to high base effect, elections

Maruti Suzuki registers 2% decline in May sales, dispatching 1,74,551 units

Maruti Suzuki India recorded a 2 per cent year-on-year decrease in total wholesales, amounting to 1,74,551 units in May 2024. The automaker had delivered a total of 1,78,083 units to its dealers during the same period last year, as stated by Maruti Suzuki India (MSI).

Read More: Maruti Suzuki sales drop 2% to 1,74,551 units in May

Kia India reports 4% increase in May sales, delivering 19,500 units

Kia India announced a 4 per cent year-on-year rise in total wholesales, reaching 19,500 units in May. This marks an increase from the 18,766 units dispatched to dealers in May 2023.

Read More: Kia India sales up 4% in May at 19,500 units

Mahindra & Mahindra records 17% surge in May sales, delivering 71,682 units

Mahindra & Mahindra revealed a substantial 17 per cent year-on-year growth in total wholesales, amounting to 71,682 units in May. The company had dispatched 61,415 units to its dealers in May 2023.

Read More: Mahindra & Mahindra sales rise 17% in May at 71,682 units

Hyundai witnesses 7% sales growth in May, delivering 63,551 units

Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) reported a 7 per cent year-on-year increase in total sales, reaching 63,551 units in May. This surpasses the 59,601 units sold in May 2023, according to HMIL.

Read More: Hyundai sales up 7% at 63,551 units in May

Maruti Suzuki Swift surpasses 40,000 bookings within a month of launch

Maruti Suzuki celebrates a significant milestone with its latest fourth-generation Swift hatchback, which has garnered over 40,000 bookings in India within just one month of its debut. With an enticing starting ex-showroom price of Rs. 6.49 lakh, the Swift offers a choice of five variants.

Read More: Maruti Suzuki Swift hits 40,000 bookings within just one month of launch

Jeep launches Meridian X edition at Rs. 29.49 lakh

Jeep India introduces the Meridian X Edition, the newest addition to its lineup, catering to SUV enthusiasts nationwide. This latest iteration of the esteemed Meridian series meets the demands for an elevated driving experience, blending rugged trail capabilities with urban sophistication.

Read More: Jeep Meridian X edition launched at Rs. 29.49 lakh; Check features, performance

Bajaj Auto reports steady total sales of 3.55 lakh units in May

Bajaj Auto announced that its total sales remained unchanged at 3,55,323 units in May. The Pune-based automaker had sold 3,55,148 vehicles in May 2023, as stated in a regulatory filing.

Read More: Bajaj Auto total sales flat at 3.55 lakh units in May