Meet the new SUV cars in India that are ruling the market

Meet the new SUV cars in India that are ruling the market Ever wondered why the SUVs were able to surpass hatchbacks and become India’s favourite car category?

There were two big reasons behind this transition. First, some of the existing set of SUVs had already started capturing the heart & mind of the Indian customers with their amazing performance. Second, these were then recently joined by a set of new SUV cars in India which continued to impress the Indian customer. Together, they helped to dethrone the hatchbacks and become the numero uno category in the Indian markets.

First let us see the SUV cars in India that were already leading the charge before the new SUVs joined them.

Renault Kiger The moment it was launched, the Renault Kiger emerged as the SUV that the Indian customer was waiting for. Fresh looks, stunning design, smart cabin, and sporty performance is what defines Renault Kiger. This was aptly supported by Renault Kiger’s price of just Rs. 5.64 lakh* (ex. Showroom Delhi) which made it hit the sweet spot. The Kiger achieves an unmatched performance with a fuel efficiency of 20.53 KMPL, thanks to its HR10 petrol engine! No wonder the Renault Kiger truly became the game-changer.

Renault Duster What do you call a category pioneer who sheds its old skin and emerges fresh as a fiddle? It is called the Renault Duster! With 2 engine versions (1.3L turbo petrol and 1.5L petrol), fresh new interiors, top-class features and new safety equipment, Duster is giving many hatchbacks and sedans sleepless nights. Also, with the Renault Duster’s price starting at Rs. 9.86 lakh* (ex. Showroom Delhi), the car is absolutely affordable to enthusiasts who want an urban car that can also go off-roading.

Mahindra XUV500 This diesel-powered SUV has been on the Indian roads for over ten years. Its latest version sports a 2.2L diesel engine and has been ruling hearts in the premium segment for some time now. With a price tag starting Rs. 14.22 lakh* (ex. Showroom Delhi), the XUV500 has recently introduced its 7-seater version too.

These were some of the top models that helped tilt the customer preference towards SUVs. Now let us look at some of the new SUVs in India that joined them recently and finished the transition.

Mahindra XUV700 This 7-seater was one of the most awaited new SUV cars in India that was recently launched. Quick enough, it has already stirred up things on the premium end of the

segment. Sleek looks, amazing style, and an option of 2L petrol & 2.2L diesel engine, matched with a starting price of Rs. 12.49 lakh* (ex. Showroom Delhi), is making this car a hot favourite.

Hyundai Creta & Tata Harrier Both are 5-seaters, both are in demand, and both are redefining the category in the middle to the premium end of SUVs. While the Creta has its second generation on roads today and its 3rd generation is likely to arrive soon, the Harrier is sitting pretty with its maiden version.

While the Creta comes in both petrol and diesel versions at a starting price of Rs. 10.16 lakh*, the Harrier starts at Rs. 14.39 lakh* (both ex. Showroom Delhi) and only comes in a diesel version.

There are some more cars which should have made it to the list of new SUV cars in India that are rocking the market, but the ones described here are India’s favourite as of now.

Besides these, some more new SUVs are likely to make their debut soon. The situation is

now getting very interesting. However, the true winner of this duel is the Indian customer who is being presented with exciting options to choose from!