Upcoming sub-4m compact SUVs of 2022: From all-new Maruti Brezza to Hyundai Venue Facelift

Come 2022, and the Indian car market and demand for SUVs are only going to get hotter with the arrival of some SUV offerings in the sub-four metre compact SUV segment. Following are the top five sub-four metre compact SUVs that are going to intensify the already tough competition in the segment:

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

The Vitara Brezza is still selling like hot cakes in the Indian car market. However, the arrival of newer and more feature-rich rivals has made the Vitara Brezza look like a dated proposition. To bring in some much-needed novelty, Maruti Suzuki is all set to launch the second-generation version of the SUV. The new version will drop the ‘Vitara’ suffix and be named only ‘Brezza’. The new Maruti Suzuki Brezza will come with a completely revamped exterior design, with sleeker-looking LED headlamps and tail lamps. There will be some new features on offer too, with the Brezza getting an electric sunroof – a first for Maruti Suzuki. The powertrain, however, is expected to be the same 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with mild-hybrid functionality as standard.

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Citroen C3

The Citroen C3 has already been previewed by the French carmaker and will be the first major volume-oriented product, considering that the C5 Aircross has a limited and niche buying audience. The new C3 is being claimed as a raised hatchback, but it will get the dimensions and stance of a proper sub-compact SUV. The biggest highlight of the Citroen C3 is its funky-looking design, which is going to bring some freshness to the segment. Expect a range of modern features like a touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple Carplay and Android Auto. While there aren’t many details available regarding its mechanicals, the Citroen C3 is expected to get a 1.2-litre four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine for the Indian market.

Hyundai Venue facelift

The Hyundai Venue has been on sale for three years now, and while the sub-compact SUV has been a consistent seller for Hyundai, it too needs a fresh breeze of update. Hyundai has always been quick in bringing in updates for its vehicles, and it will continue the streak by launching the facelifted Venue. A test mule of the Hyundai Venue has already been spied. It indicates that the Venue will retain its squared-off stance, but will get significant tweaks to the front profile and tail lamps, the latter of which will become sleeker in appearance. The cabin is also expected to get a couple of new features. However, the extensive choices of petrol and diesel powertrains with multiple gearbox options will be retained in the new model.

Tata Punch turbo-petrol, CNG and diesel

The Tata Punch has become another mega-seller for Tata Motors, with factors like unique micro-SUV design and stance and a 5-star rating in Global NCAP crash tests backing its popularity. However, one aspect which is the Achilles heel for the Punch is its not-so-energetic 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. To bring in some enthusiasm to the Punch, Tata Motors will be bringing in a turbo-petrol variant for it. The engine is expected the same 1.2-litre 110 PS turbo-petrol engine from the Altroz i-Turbo. In addition, Tata Motors might also pull off a surprise by launching the diesel-powered variants of the Tata Punch, which are also speculated to be launched. Tata will also bring the CNG-powered Punch.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno-based crossover

In a recent dealer meet, Maruti Suzuki, revealed that it will be bringing in another sub-compact SUV offering in the sub-four metre space. This new SUV will have a more crossover-like rounded design and will be based on the Heartect platform of Baleno. The overall design language and powertrain options will be inspired by the Baleno. It will make it a completely different product in comparison to the other sub-four metre SUV from Maruti Suzuki, the Brezza. This new crossover will get either the 1.2-litre petrol from the Baleno or the 1.5-litre petrol from the Brezza.

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