Three new cars this week: updated Maybach S-Class, Honda Elevate and Skoda Slavia

Carmakers are lining up new models ahead of the festive season, and three updated cars arrive in India in the first week of October alone.

The facelifted Mercedes-Maybach S-Class launches on October 5. It gets a larger illuminated grille, redesigned headlamps and star-shaped daytime running lights. Inside, there is a 14.4-inch touchscreen and a separate 12.3-inch display for the front passenger.

The Honda Elevate facelift is expected on October 6. Changes include a revised grille, new bumpers and alloy wheels, ventilated front seats and a 360-degree camera. It keeps the 1.5-litre petrol engine with a manual or CVT automatic.

The Skoda Slavia facelift is also expected around October 6, with prices likely between Rs 10.25 lakh and Rs 19 lakh. It adds a segment-first rear-seat massage function and a new 8-speed torque-converter automatic for the 1.0-litre TSI engine.

Around 11 new cars are expected this month, including the Volvo EX90, Toyota Glanza facelift, the new-generation Audi Q3 and the Renault Duster hybrid. Final prices will be confirmed at each launch.