Indian car industry is crowded with a number of SUVs, the demand of which is gradually increasing among car consumers. SUVs have come a long way from the traditional Jeep to the stylish and high-tech Honda CR-V, Volvo XC90, and Nissan X-Trail.
Here are among the top 5 SUVs in India:
Tata Safari Dicor
The Tata Safari is one of the oldest and most successful SUVs in the Indian car market. The car with its excellent styling and comfortable interiors have become a hot favourite among the youth. Among the range of Safari on Indian roads, Tata Safari Dicor is the most appreciated SUV that has been introduced with a fresh look and an indigenously developed advanced engine, christened as Direct Injection Common Rail (DICOR) engine. This advanced version of the Safari comes with two engine options, a 2.2L VTT diesel and 2.0L MPFI petrol.
Talking about the car interiors, it is adorned with power windows, video screens in the headrest, climate control system, height-adjustable driver's seat, and a host of car safety technologies. This SUV with its excellent engine technology and high power output delivers a fuel efficiency of about 9 km/l in city and about 12 km/l on highways.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Maruti Suzuki is always known as the leader in manufacturing small cars but now the company has spread its wing in other car segments as well. The entry in the SUV market was made with the launch of Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. The car is powered by a 2.0L VIS Inline-4 petrol engine mated with efficient 5-speed manual transmission. It also has an optional 4-speed automatic transmission.
The excellent styling with contemporary design cues with impressive headlamps and wide body coloured front grille makes the car stand out in the traffic. It is also adorned with attractive and functional interiors along with a pack of safety features to deliver a safe and comfortable driving experience. This SUV delivers 16 km/l in city and about 22 km/l on highways.
Mahindra Scorpio
Mahindra Scorpio is a big hit on Indian roads. This SUV from Mahindra at the time of its launch had created a wave of enthusiasm among young car consumers. Though today there are many other SUVs against the successful Mahindra Scorpio, the car has been successful in maintaining its worth and significance in the car market.
Mahindra Scorpio is powered with a 2.6L turbocharged Inline-4 diesel engine and the recently launched automatic Scorpio is powered by a 2.2L mHawk aluminium CRDe Inline-4 engine that generates 120 bhp. This SUV has its own style and elegance both in the exterior and the interior. It gives an impressive mileage of about 9 km/l in city and about 14 km/l on highways.
Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V is the only SUV by the premium car manufacturer, Honda. Being one of the best selling SUVs in the present era, the car delivers a blend of power, performance, and sophistication. The car is designed with elegance and creativity, fulfilling the promise of providing fascinating comforts to all its owners. The real-time all-wheel-drive (AWD) system and the advanced 2.4L i-VTEC Inline-4 engine offers excellent stability, handling, and driving experience. This SUV is also available with an engine option of automatic transmission.
In the interiors, this SUV has an expressive cabin adorned with dual climate control, adjustable tilt-telescopic steering, an ultra-silent cabin, and multi-info display. The estimated fuel efficiency of the SUV is about 9 km/l in city and about 16 km/l on highways.
Mitsubishi Outlander
Mitsubishi Outlander is a recent addition in the list of SUVs but has won many appreciations in a short span of time. The car is powered by a 2.4L MIVEC I4 engine that generates168 bhp of power. Mated with a 6-speed INVECS-III CVT and a 6-speed manual mode, the car offers excellent performance, handling, and stability.
This SUV carries elegance and style with its impressive exterior adorned with stylish headlamps, integrated fog lamps, LED tail lamps, colour keyed power door mirrors, and chrome plated door handles. In the interiors, the car has fulfilled company's promise of providing comfort and convenience.
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I agree with the comments on the new Mighty Muscular Scorpio. I own the 2009 SLE, since May 09. The engine is highly responsive and refined to near perfection. Mahindra's agressive pricing, especially for SLE model with ABS, Fog lamps, ERVM at 9.5L on road is true value for money, for those looking for a compact SUV within 10L. It's good to drive in city as well as highways giving 10/14 KMPL respectively. This is the best so far for an indian SUV, in terms of price and performance. But, it still gives a bumpy ride and not great for off roading. Don't expect the comfort of a sedan here. Though there are no issues while parking it on city roads, malls, Mahindra should really think about cutting down the height of the vehicle especially on the backside. The backside is too wide, flat and tall with the upward projection. Little slimming here would do a world of good for this car. I still wonder when do we get a compact 5 seater SUV or cross over with good ground clearance in India within 10L. All the SUV's mentioned above are huge in Size and high on price. Anyone has inputs on Skoda Yeti..? Cheers,
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