August 9th Highlights: New Honda Amaze offers, increased pricing for Isuzu V-Cross, introduction of Zelo Knight+, and more updates in the automotive sector...
The second-generation Honda Amaze is now available in India, but with a twist - it's only offered in a single mid-spec "S" variant. This move comes after Honda discontinued all other variants like E and VX [2][5].
Pricing for the second-gen Amaze S variant is as follows: - S Manual (MT): ₹7.63 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India) - S CVT (Automatic): ₹8.53 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India)
These prices have remained stable despite the discontinuation of other trims [2][5]. The new-generation Amaze facelift, which launched in December 2024, starts at around ₹8.09 lakh (manual) and goes up to ₹11.19 lakh (top-spec CVT ZX variant) [1]. This newer model comes with updated design and features, including Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) [1].
Meanwhile, the Isuzu V-Cross pick-up range has seen a price hike of up to ₹1.25 lakh. This puts it in competition with the Toyota Hilux in the lifestyle pick-up segment [6]. The price hike affects select variants, including the Z 4WD MT, Z Prestige 4WD MT, V-Cross Z4 Prestige 4WD AT, and Z 2WD AT [6].
KTM has also announced the upcoming launch of the 160 Duke motorcycle for the Indian market, set to take over from the 125 Duke, which KTM discontinued earlier this year. The 160 Duke is expected to offer a more powerful entry point into KTM's Duke family [3].
In a bid to cater to the growing demand for electric vehicles, Zelo Electric has launched the Knight+ electric scooter priced at ₹59,990 (ex-showroom). This scooter is designed for daily commuters, especially in urban and semi-urban settings. It comes with a removable battery, allowing users to charge it at home or work [4]. Paired with a 1.5 kW motor, the Knight+ can reach speeds of up to 55 km/h and offers a real-world range of around 100 km on a full charge [4]. The Knight+ electric scooter is one of the most affordable EV scooters in India [4].
- The automotive industry saw a shift in the Honda Amaze's offerings, as the second-generation model is now available only in the mid-spec "S" variant, discontinuing earlier trims like the E and VX.
- The finance sector has remained stable for the second-gen Amaze, with the S variant's prices remaining the same, despite the discontinuation of other trims.
- In the transportation realm, the Isuzu V-Cross pick-up range witnessed a price hike, placing it in competition with the Toyota Hilux in the lifestyle pick-up segment.
- The technology sector is evolving with the rise of electric vehicles, as Zelo Electric launched the Knight+ electric scooter at an affordable price of ₹59,990, catering to daily commuters in urban and semi-urban settings.
