In the Indian car market, SUVs have made a special place among the customers. Here, SUV means a strong and powerful big car, which has the ability to cross the path of every kind. Almost every company has launched its car in this segment. If you are planning to buy an SUV on this Diwali, here we are going to tell you about 7 best SUVs options.
According to auto expert, the craze of SUV is being seen in India for a long time. In addition to big SUV, now compact SUVs have come too. Maruti Suzuki’s Vitara Brezza, Hyundai’s Creta, Mahindra’s SUVs, Honda’s WR-V and Renault Duster have performed well and recently, Tata has given a big challenge to this segment by launching the Nexon at a lower price.
Now you have to think which type of car, you have to buy. Because always buy the car according to your need. Here, we are going to tell you about 7 best SUVs options. You can choose one of them
1- Tata Nexon
Price: Starting from Rs 5.85 lakh
Recently launched, the Tata Nexon has earned a good reputation because of its low cost and sporty looks. Its design is quite different in compact SUV segment. It will be available in petrol and diesel engines, its petrol model starts from Rs 5.85 lakh. While the diesel model costs Rs 6.85 lakh.
A 6.5- inch touchscreen infotainment system has been given in the Tata Nexon, which will support Android Auto, Apple Carplay, navigation, USB, Bluetooth and AUX connectivity.
As far as engine is concerned, the petrol variant of Tata Nexon comes fitted with the 1.2- litre Revotron petrol engine which produces 110 PS of power and 170 Nm of torque. While, the diesel variant comes equipped with the 1.5- litre, four- cylinder Revotorq diesel engine that generates 109 PS of power and 260 Nm of torque.
Both engines are paired to a six-speed manual gearbox transmission. On the safety front, dual airbags, ABS and EBD have been provided as standard features.
2- Honda WR-V
Price: Starting from Rs 7.75 lakh
Honda’s compact SUV WR-V has strengthened the position of Honda, and sale of this vehicle very good. Customers like this car thanks to its stylish and sporty looks. The Honda WR-V is available in both petrol and diesel engine options.
As far as price is concerned, the price of petrol variant of WR-V starts from Rs 7.75 lakh, while its diesel version costs Rs 8.79 lakh.
Honda has made the WR-V on the Jazz platform, which is the premium hatchback of the company. However, despite a clear glimpse of the Jazz in the WR-V, there are several changes in it to look different.
The petrol version of WR-V has a 1.2 L i-VTEC petrol engine that produces 90 PS of power and 110 Nm of torque. It has 5- speed manual gearbox and this car gives a mileage of 17.5 kmpl.
On the other hand, the diesel variant has a 1.5 L i-DTEC diesel engine which generates 100 PS of power and 200 Nm of peak torque. And, it is linked to 6- Speed MT. It returns a mileage of 25.5 kmpl.
3- Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza
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Price: Starting from Rs 7.19 lakh
The Vitara Brezza is the new entry in the compact SUV segment. The Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is being liked very much by the customers because of its attractive design and decent features. There is a waiting period of more than 6 months on some variants of Vitara Brezza.
The Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is available only in diesel engine, and comes fitted with the 1.3- liter DDiS diesel engine that generates 88.5 bhp of power @ 4000 rpm and 200 Nm of maximum torque @ 1750 rpm.
The engine is mated to a 5- speed manual transmission. However, it has yet not got automatic transmission facility. The Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza delivers a mileage of 24.30 kmpl.
4- Hyundai Creta
Price: Starting from Rs 9.26 lakh
The Hyundai Creta holds a good position in compact SUV segment. It is available in petrol and diesel engines. The ex- showroom price of petrol Hyundai Creta in Delhi starts at Rs 9.26 lakh, while the price of diesel Creta begins from Rs 10.09 lakh.
The Hyundai Creta has spacious cabin and 5 people can comfortably travel in this car.
As far as engine is concerned, the 1.4- liter diesel engine of Creta produces 90 PS of power and 22.4kgm of torque. And, it is available with 6- speed manual gearbox. In addition, Creta has a 1.6- liter dual VTVT petrol engine which generates 123 PS of power and 15.4kgm of torque. It also features 6 speed manual / automatic gearbox.
And, the 1.6- diesel engine of Creta produces 128 PS of power and 26.5kgm of torque and comes with 6 speed manual / automatic gearbox.
5- Renault Duster
Price: Starting from Rs 7.19 lakh
This compact SUV gave French car company Renault a strong position in India. In point of fact, the trend of compact and small SUV started with the Renault Duster in India.
The Renault Duster is available in both petrol and diesel engine options. The petrol version of Renault Duster has a 1598 cc engine that produces 103 bhp of power and 148 Nm of torque. While, the diesel version has 1461 cc engine that generates 109 bhp of power and 245 Nm of torque.
This compact SUV is a good option for soft off – roading and adventure rides. Moreover, automatic gearbox and all – wheel drive options are also available in the Renault Duster.
6- Mahindra Scorpio
Price: Starting from Rs 9.29 lakh
In the big SUV segment, Mahindra Scorpio need not any introduction, because Scorpio has started and established SUV culture in India. The Mahindra Scorpio was launched in the year 2002 and now, its third generation has come.
This SUV has a 2.2- liter engine, which generates 120 PS of power and 280 Nm of peak torque. There is also a 4 – wheel drive option for off – roading. In addition to this, hybrid technology has also been included in it.
