In 2024, the Indian market is set to witness the launch of several high-performance sports cars, ranging from exotic convertibles to powerful coupes. Here’s an enhanced overview of the eight upcoming sports cars:
1. New Aston Martin Vantage
- Price: Rs 3.5 crore-4 crore
- Launch: Late 2024
- Engine: 4.0-litre petrol
The forthcoming Aston Martin Vantage is poised to be a comprehensive update, featuring exterior styling tweaks and an all-new interior with Aston’s proprietary infotainment system. The vehicle will be equipped with a Mercedes-AMG-sourced 4.0-litre, twin-turbo V8 engine, although specific power and torque details are yet to be disclosed.
2. Ferrari Roma Spider
- Price: Rs 4.5 crore
- Launch: Early 2024
- Engine: 3.9-litre petrol
Introducing the Roma Spider, Ferrari’s premier front-engined soft-top since 1969. Boasting a five-layered bespoke fabric roof, the Roma Spider shares its chassis and mechanicals with the Roma coupe. Powered by a 620hp, 3.9-litre twin-turbocharged V8, it matches the coupe’s impressive performance figures.
3. Lamborghini Revuelto
- Price: Rs 9.5 crore
- Launch: Mid 2024
- Engine: 6.5-litre petrol
Lamborghini’s Revuelto, the successor to the Aventador, is an electrifying plug-in hybrid flagship V12 supercar. With an 825hp, 6.5-litre V12 engine coupled with three electric motors, it generates a whopping 1,015hp. The design continues Lamborghini’s signature sharp and extravagant aesthetics, complemented by advanced tech and a price tag nearing Rs 10 crore.
4. Lotus Emira
- Price: Rs 2.2 crore-2.5 crore
- Launch: Early 2024
- Engines: 2.0-litre petrol, 3.5-litre petrol
The Lotus Emira epitomizes the classic Lotus sports car—compact, lightweight, and agile. It offers a choice between a 365hp, 2.0-litre four-cylinder AMG-sourced engine and a more potent 406hp, 3.0-litre V6 from Toyota. With modern features and enhanced practicality, the Emira is positioned as a more usable daily driver.
5. McLaren 750S
- Price: Rs 5 crore
- Launch: Mid 2024
- Engine: 4.0-litre petrol
Replacing the 720S, the McLaren 750S stands out as McLaren’s lightest and most powerful series production supercar. Weighing just 1,389kg and featuring a mid-mounted 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8, it produces 750hp and 800Nm of torque, achieving a 0-100kph time of 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 332kph.
6. New Maserati GranTurismo
- Price: Rs 3 crore
- Launch: Late 2024
- Engine: 3.0-litre petrol
The second-generation Maserati GranTurismo, a two-door, four-seater sports car, promises enhanced aesthetics, speed, and comfort. Equipped with a newly developed 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6, it delivers 490hp in the Modena variant and 550hp in Trofeo guise, achieving 0-100kph in 3.9 seconds and 3.5 seconds, respectively.
7. New Mercedes-AMG GT
- Price: Rs 2.5 crore
- Launch: Mid 2024
- Engine: 4.0-litre petrol
Based on the new SL platform, the larger and roomier Mercedes-AMG GT features a two-plus-two seating layout and a more accessible boot. Powered by a twin-turbo 4.0-litre V8, it comes in 476hp and 585hp variants, both driving all four wheels through a 9-speed AMG Speedshift automatic transmission.
8. New Mercedes-Benz CLE
- Price: Rs 1.1 crore
- Launch: Late 2024
- Engines: 2.0-litre petrol, 2.0-litre diesel
The two-door, 2+2 seater Mercedes-Benz CLE, sharing underpinnings with the C-Class and new-gen E-Class, brings a mix of luxury and performance. Featuring a spacious interior, integrated headrests with speakers, and a robust engine lineup, including four- and six-cylinder petrol and diesel options, the CLE offers a compelling package at an estimated price of Rs 1.1 crore.
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