Hatchbacks have always been the prefered car body type in India. This is mainly due to our crowded cities and the affordable pricing of hatchbacks. The demand for hatchbacks has remained constant even with the onslaught of SUVs. To cater to this demand, manufacturers are also bringing in new options or updating the existing ones. In today’s article, we will see five upcoming hatchbacks in 2022. 

Citroen C3

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Citroen is looking to establish itself in India. Recently it unveiled its next car for India, the C3. Citroen is marketing the C3 as a hatchback with SUV characteristics. The C3 follows Citroen’s quirky design language with a unique french persona. It is expected to come with a 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine. Citroen will also load it with features to take on the established players. 

New-generation Maruti Alto

upcoming hatchbacks 2022

Alto is one of the best selling cars in the Indian market. It is a popular choice among first-time buyers due to its affordable pricing and compact dimensions. Maruti is currently testing the new-generation Alto. The new generation will get a new design, a new platform and a lot of basic features. 

Upcoming hatchbacks 2022- New Maruti Baleno

upcoming hatchbacks 2022

The Baleno is Maruti’s most premium hatchback offering in India. Recently spy shots of the Baleno were leaked, showing major design changes. It is also expected to come with features like a fully digital instrument cluster, an improved MID and a new touch screen infotainment. Considering the spied car looked production-ready, we can expect the car to launch in the upcoming months. 

New-generation Volkswagen Polo

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The Polo has been a very successful hatchback in India. But for some reason, Volkswagen has not updated the Indian Polo for a long time. Outside India, it sells the new-generation of Polo. Considering Volkswagen’s new push in the Indian market, we can mostly expect the new Polo in 2022. The new Polo will get updated interior & exterior design. Volkswagen will also add a lot of new comfort features.   

Upcoming hatchbacks 2022- Tata Altroz EV

upcoming hatchbacks 2022

Tata will be looking to continue its momentum in the EV space. The next Tata car to get the EV treatment will be the Altroz. Tata has already shown prototype versions of the Altroz EV in various auto shows. Specs-wise the Altroz EV will be similar to the Nexon EV. Tata will use its Ziptron motor with an IP67- rated battery. It will most probably get a range of around 300km. Tata will also give it fast charging capabilities. 

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