Overview
- A heavily camouflaged prototype shows a stretched rear section and longer overhang consistent with integrating a third row of seats.
- Spotters noted rear axle shafts on the test car, indicating AllGrip AWD evaluation that mirrors the five-seat model’s setup offered only with the 1.5‑litre mild‑hybrid and a manual gearbox.
- Reports suggest powertrains will carry over, including the 1.5‑litre mild‑hybrid and the 1.5‑litre strong‑hybrid (e‑CVT), with a possible CNG option also mentioned.
- Design and feature changes under consideration include a revised rear profile with connected LED tail-lamps, larger wheels, Level‑2 ADAS, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats and an updated infotainment suite.
- Coverage indicates the project, previously thought paused, is now testing on public roads with a positioning above the five-seat Hyryder and a potential late‑2026 launch timeframe to target rivals such as the Hyundai Alcazar, Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV7XO and MG Hector.