Auto this week: BMW X3 M40i, Kia Sonet Aurochs launched in India and more

Hyundai has introduced its new crossover, the Exter, in India, offering two engine and gearbox options. Bookings for the Exter are now open, with a booking amount of Rs 11,000. The crossover will be available in petrol variants and two CNG variants. Its design features include a rugged look, H-shaped LED DRLs, and projector headlamps. The Exter is equipped with a 1.2-litre petrol engine and comes with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT. It will be available in six monotones and three dual-tone colour options. Pricing details are yet to be announced, and the Exter will compete against the Tata Punch and Citroen C3 in the Indian market.

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BMW India has introduced the M Sport Pro variant of the 2 Series Gran Coupe, priced at ₹45.50 lakhs (ex-showroom). Positioned between the 220i M Sport and 220d M Sport trims, the M Sport Pro comes exclusively with a turbo petrol engine. It offers new features such as a head-up display, BMW gesture control, a 205-watt 10-speaker sound system, and M-specific interior enhancements. The 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine delivers 189 bhp and 280 Nm of torque, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. Standard features include a 10.25-inch digital console, touchscreen infotainment system, and comprehensive safety features. The 2 Series Gran Coupe delivers fuel efficiency of 14.82 kmpl (petrol) and 18.64 kmpl (diesel).

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Kia has launched the Sonet Aurochs Edition in India, based on the HTX variant, with prices starting at ₹11.85 lakhs (ex-showroom). The special edition features cosmetic updates on the exterior, including Aurochs skid plates with Tangerine accents, an electric sunroof, and Kia's signature Tiger nose grille. It also sports heartbeat LED tail lamps and crown jewel LED headlamps with DRL. Inside, the Sonet Aurochs Edition offers semi-leatherette seats with Silver stitching in Beige and Black two-tone. It is available in Glacier White Pearl, Sparkling Silver, Gravity Grey, and Aurora Black Pearl colour options. The special edition comes in four trims with different engine options, delivering maximum outputs ranging from 118bhp to 114bhp. The interior features a leatherette-wrapped steering wheel, Silver finish AC vents, and an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support. Safety features include four airbags, ABS with EBD, emergency stop signal, brake assist, ESC, HAC, and VSM.