The automotive market in Pakistan is currently abuzz as multiple cars are either launched or set to hit the market in month of December. The new entrants include both SUVs and Sedans. These new actors have entered the local market under Pakistan’s First Auto Policy (2016-2021). Due to these new actors, the local buyers have an extensive range of choices. In this article, we will briefly tell you that Pakistan is getting these cars in December.
Changan Alsvin:
The first one is Changan Alsvin; a sedan car which will be launched on December 11, 2020. The company will initially launch CBUs in Pakistan. As per reports, the vehicle will have 1480cc engine, with 106hp and 145Nm torque, mated with 5-Speed DCT Auto Transmission. Furthermore, the car would have Height Adjustable Halogen Projector headlamps, with parking sensors, panoramic sunroof and Cruise Control. Reportedly, the sedan would come with 2 airbags and a 7-inch touchscreen. Moreover, the expected price of Alsvin will be around Rs2.5million.
Proton X70:
The Proton X70 was unveiled on December 9, 2020, while it will be digitally launched on December 18. This compact SUV comes with 1500cc Turbocharged engine, producing 177hp and 255Nm Torque, mated with 7-Speed Auto DCT transmission. The company has launched only Front Wheel Drive (FWD) variant in Pakistan, with a capacity of 5 passengers.
Furthermore, the local manufacturing of this Malaysian vehicle will start in April 2021. Meanwhile, the company will reveal its price on its launch on December 18.
Glory 580 Pro:
This compact SUV will hit the local market on December 20. This vehicle comes with 1500cc Turbocharged engine, which produces 150hp and 220Nm Torque, with CVT transmission. The company would launch only FWD variant in the country.
Furthermore, it has LED front lights, electric+heated side view mirrors, 360-degree camera and 18-inch alloy rims. The car has 7-passenger seating capacity and 9-inch infotainment touchscreen. Furthermore, the price of this car is Rs4.4million, which is among the lowest in the crossover SUV segment.
Corolla Cross:
This SUV by Toyota Indus Motors (IMC) would be another addition in this category during the third or fourth week of this month. According to IMC CEO, the company will only launch CBU units in Pakistan because it is a highly sought-after car across the world. As per the company, this SUV will have a 1798cc engine, which produced 168hp and 305Nm Toque and mated with Direct Shift CVT transmission.
Furthermore, it’s top of the line variant has LED headlamps, and DRLs, while low-end variants have halogen lamps. The company will also offer body-coloured door handles, electric+auto fold side view mirrors, and shark fin antenna. Furthermore, it would have 7 airbags, ABS, Hill Starting Assist System and Passenger Seat Sensor.
Additionally, it would have two driving modes, i.e., Sports and Eco. As per the company, the price of Cross variants will start from Rs8.5million.
KIA Carnival:
This Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) has also arrived in Pakistan during this month. As per KIA Lucky Motors, the car comes with 3.5L V6 engine, producing 270hp and 331Nm Torque, mated with 8-speed automatic transmission. The company has launched it in two variants, GLS and GLS+. The MPV has Integrated Memory Seats, Paddle Shifters, Dial Type Gear Shift, Smart Key Entrance and Power Tailgate. Furthermore, the car offers Smart Sliding Doors, Heated+Ventilated Seats, and two-tone interior.
The company has also installed Vehicle Stability Management, Anti-Lock Braking System, Electric Parking Brake, Park Assist Sensors and Rear-View Camera.
As per the company, the price of the GLS variant is Rs8.7million, while GLS+ costs Rs9.6million.
MG HS:
MG HS is maybe the most sought-after vehicles among cars in December in Pakistan. The company has started delivering the compact SUV after creating hype on social and electronic media. The car comes with 1500cc Turbocharged engine, producing 160hp and 250Nm Torque, with a 7-Speed DCT auto transmission. Furthermore, it has Adaptive Cruise Control, 360-degree camera, heated+electric front seats, and 5-people seating capacity.
Also, the SUV has 6 airbags, Anti-Collision System, Lane-Assist System, Paddle Shifters, and Rain Sensors. The price of this SUV is Rs5.5million. Currently, the company is only delivering CBU units to the customers, while it has claimed to start local production in June-July 2021.
The price of this new SUV is Rs5.5million.
