India’s three mainstream OEMs – Tata Motors, Hyundai and Renault – are gearing up to launch updated versions of their popular subcompact SUVs ahead of this year’s Diwali season (i.e. October, 2025). While Tata and Renault will introduce the updated Punch and Kiger, Hyundai will give a generational upgrade to the Venue compact SUV. Let’s take a quick look at the key details of these upcoming compact SUVs.
Tata Punch Facelift – October
The 2025 Tata Punch facelift is expected to witness significant tech upgrades, several of which will be sourced from the Punch EV. The cabin could be upgraded with a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a fully digital instrument cluster and a new two-spoke steering wheel. It might also get a touch-based HVAC control panel and redesigned dashboard.
On the exterior, the updated Punch is likely to feature redesigned front and rear bumpers, new LED DRL signature, slimmer headlamps and new alloys. Under the hood, the compact SUV is likely to retain the 86bhp, 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol and 73.4bhp CNG (retrofitment) powertrains.
Renault Kiger Facelift – Sep or Oct
The Renault Kiger will receive a much-needed update before this festive season. The compact SUV is likely to feature sharper design elements inspired by the globally sold new Kardian SUV. It might carry a redesigned front bumper with a larger central air intake and grille with Renault’s new logo, while the split headlamp setup will remain unchanged.
Inside, the 2025 Renault Kiger might get new upholstery and trims, improved material quality and more soft-touch finishes. For power, the updated Kiger is expected to use the same 100bhp, 1.0L turbo petrol and 72bhp, 1.0L naturally aspirated petrol engines.
New-Gen Hyundai Venue – October
The third-generation Hyundai Venue will come with a sharper design language, while retaining the original compact and boxy stance. Spy images reveal that the SUV will feature a new, wider grille, split LED headlamps with a full-width LED light bar, new LED DRLs, revised bumper with a silver skid plate and new alloys.
One of its test mules was spotted with a radar module fitted on the lower grille, hinting at the addition of Level 2 ADAS suite. Features such as wireless phone charging, a panoramic sunroof, upgraded audio system and ambient lighting might be on offer. The 2025 Hyundai Venue will retain it existing engine setup.