June 2026 Car Launches: May 2026 was packed with notable launches, including the updated Tata Tiago and Tiago EV, the Honda City facelift, the MG Majestor, the BMW M440i Convertible, and special editions of the Mercedes-Benz GLE, GLS, and Mini Cooper S. The momentum looks set to continue in June, with several exciting models expected to arrive across segments. Let’s take a look at some of them.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift
Launch date: June 15, 2026
The new S-Class will debut in India on June 15, according to Mercedes-Benz. A new S 450e plug-in hybrid version with a 3.0-liter turbo-petrol inline-six engine, an electric motor, and a 22kWh battery pack is anticipated. The future of the diesel version is still unknown, but a petrol version is anticipated to arrive later.
BMW X6 M60i
Launch date: Expected in June 2026
Bookings for the X6 M60i have already begun to be accepted by BMW, suggesting that the launch is quickly approaching. A 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 mild-hybrid petrol engine with 523 horsepower and 750 Nm powers the sports SUV. All four wheels receive power from an 8-speed automatic transmission. Although the highest speed is electronically restricted to 250 kph, BMW claims a 0-100 kph time of 4.3 seconds.
Honda ZR-V
Launch date: Expected in June 2026
Honda is anticipated to release the ZR-V’s pricing this month after showcasing it in India in May. Delivery of the SUV is planned to start in July as a completely built-up unit (CBU). An e-CVT transmission and a 2.0-liter strong-hybrid gasoline engine with 184 horsepower and 315 Nm are located under the hood.
Skoda Kodiaq RS
Launch date: Expected in June 2026
Skoda is getting ready to launch the Kodiaq RS in India once the Octavia RS returns. It is anticipated to arrive as a CBU import and will be the brand’s first RS-badged SUV in the nation. The 2.0-liter turbo-petrol engine used in the regular Kodiaq is modified for usage in the international-spec variant. It outperforms the standard SUV by 60 horsepower and 80 Nm.
Tata Sierra EV
Launch date: Expected in June 2026
After the upgraded Tiago EV, Tata Motors is anticipated to introduce the Sierra EV this month, making it the company’s next significant electric car. The Sierra EV, which is positioned beneath the Harrier EV, is anticipated to be available with both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations. The SUV is expected to have a real-world driving range of more than 500 kilometers; however, battery specs have not yet been disclosed.
BYD’s first PHEV for India
Launch date: 9 June 2026
For the Indian market, BYD has hinted at its first plug-in hybrid vehicle. The most likely options are the Atto 2 DM-i and the Sealion 6 DM-i, both of which are already offered in foreign markets, even if the corporation has not yet confirmed the name of the vehicle.
