7 most popular SUVs in India
7 most popular SUVs in India
7 most popular SUVs in India
7 most popular SUVs in India
Last updated on: May 13, 2010 17:04 IST
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A sports utility vehicle is a generic marketing term for a vehicle similar to a station wagon.
Although designs vary, SUVs have historically been mid-size passenger vehicles with a body-on-frame chassis similar to that found on light trucks.
Most SUVs are designed with an engine compartment, a combined passenger and cargo compartment, and no dedicated trunk such as in a station wagon body. Most mid-size and full-size SUVs have three rows of seats with a cargo area directly behind the last row of seats.
Bodies of SUVs have recently become more aerodynamic, but the sheer size and weight keeps their fuel economy poor.
Early SUVs were descendants from commercial and military vehicles such as the World War II Jeep and Land Rover.
SUVs have been popular for many years with rural buyers due to their off-road capabilities.
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Image: The Audi Q5, a premium SUV.
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Ford Endeavour
Ford has seen great success with Endeavor. The big-sized SUV is sold in both all-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive. Equipped with advanced features and stylish looks, Endeavor has been one of the best selling SUVs in India.
Ford Endeavor has an overall length of 5060 mm, overall width of 1788 mm and overall height of 1826 mm.
The SUV, with wheel base of 2860 mm, has ground clearance of 210 mm. Its 2953 cc engine delivers maximum power of 156 PS (115Kw) @ 3200 rpm and maximum torque of 380 Nm (38.7 kgm) @ 2500 rpm.
There are two versions of the SUV sold in the Indian auto market - Ford Endeavour 2.5L 4x2 and Ford Endeavour 3.0L 4x4.
The high-end version Ford Endeavour 3.0L 4x4 has features like air conditioner, power windows, power door locks, power steering, anti-lock braking system, immobiliser, cup holders, rear wash wiper, alloy wheels, central locking, steering adjustment, tachometer, child safety locks, front fog lights, rear defroster, leather seats, FM radio and CD player.
The Ford Endeavour costs Rs 17.1 lakh to Rs 19.74 lakh, ex showroom Delhi.
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Mahindra Scorpio
Scorpio was a winner right from its launch. Mahindra's first SUV built for the international market, has won several prestigious awards. It has seen great success in rural areas of the country due to its sporty looks and off-road capacity.
Scorpio's stylish looks and fuel economy has made it a favorite for Indian SUV buyers. It has overall length of 4430 mm, overall width of 1817 mm and overall height of 1975 mm.
The 2179 cc engine of the SUV delivers power of 118PS @4000rpm and torque of 290Nm @1800rpm.
Scorpio is equipped with various features like power windows, power door locks, power steering, alloy wheels, tubeless tyres, central locking, steering adjustment and tachometer. For passenger safety it has anti-lock braking system and immobiliser.
Mahindra keeps adding new features to Scorpio to keep the excitement around the brand intact. A new variant branded as Scorpio Gataway was well appreciated by SUV buyers.
The Mahindra Scorpio costs from Rs 8.13 lakh to Rs 12.12 lakh, ex showroom Delhi.
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Tata Safari Dicor
Tata Safari Dicor is a successful SUV from the stable of Tata Motors. Known for its robust performance and stylish looks, Safari Dicor is a new variant of the old Safari. The vehicle has been selling well since its launch in the market.
With overall length of 4650 mm, overall width of 1918 mm and overall height of 1925 mm, Safari Dicor has impressive presence on the road.
It has a wheel base of 2650 mm and ground clearance of 205 mm. The 2179 cc engine of the SUV offers maximum power of 140PS @4000rpm and maximum torque of 320Nm @1700rpm.
It offers mileage of 15.5 km/liter on high ways, 10.45 km/liter on city roads and overall mileage of 12 km/liter.
Safari Dicor is loaded with various safety and entertainment related features. It has features like power windows, power door locks, power steering, tubeless tyres and tachometer.
It has anti-lock braking system, driver air-bags, passenger air-bags, immobilizer and child safety locks for added safety of passengers.
Tata Safari costs Rs 8.18 lakh to Rs 12.5 lakh, ex showroom Delhi.
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Mitsubishi Pajero
Made for hard-core off-roading, Mitsubishi Pajero has a commanding presence on the road.
With length of 4755 mm, width of 1755 mm and height of 1900 mm, Pajero has wheel base of 2725 mm.
Its 2835 cc engine offers power of 118.6@4000 (PS@rpm) and torque of 29.8@2000
It has features like power windows, power door locks, power steering, folding rear-seat, alloy wheels, tubeless tyres and steering adjustment. The rugged looks of the SUV come with safety features like anti-lock braking system and driver and passenger airbags.
Mitsubishi Pajero would cost you Rs 20.64 lakh to Rs 20.64 lakh, ex showroom Delhi.
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