We expect that to change when Mahindra replaces it with an all-new Scorpio early next year.Ĥ) Kia 7-seater (upcoming, expected price Rs 10 lakh to Rs 15 lakh) Similar to the Bolero, you only get a pair of side-facing jump seats in the Scorpio’s last row - not comfortable or safe. We probably love it for its burly looks and strong turbo-diesel powertrain, and even the ride quality is decent if you’re not prone to getting seasick from all the body roll. Highlights include a panoramic sunroof, 10.4-inch infotainment screen, and a powered tailgate.ģ) Mahindra Scorpio (Rs 12.52 lakh to Rs 17.39 lakh)Įven Mahindra knows that the Scorpio is getting long in the tooth, but the SUV still soldiers on with solid sales figures. The features list puts the MG Hector Plus shoulder to shoulder with the Korean car in this segment. It even gets a proper 48-volt mild-hybrid system with the petrol engine. The Hector Plus offers large, spacious seats and a comfortable ride over bad roads. It is available with a 143PS 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 170PS 2.0-litre diesel engine, with the option of a 6-speed manual or two different automatic transmissions. The MG Hector Plus is available in both 6- and 7-seater configurations and the latter doesn’t command an exorbitant premium over the standard 5-seater Hector SUV. While the premium for this extra length and an extra row of seats is quite hefty, the comfier and more powerful Alcazar serves the family well right from its base-spec Prestige trim.įor anyone well-heeled enough to afford it, the Alcazar makes for a secure buy with the reliability of the Hyundai brand behind it.Ģ) MG Hector Plus (Rs 13.62 lakh to Rs 19.60 lakh) The features list is similar to the Creta, with highlights such as front parking sensors, a panoramic sunroof, and ventilated front seats. It also gets the Creta’s 1.5-litre diesel engine (115PS/250Nm), and either engine can be paired with a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission. It’s essentially an elongated Hyundai Creta (with third-row seating) drawing power from the same 2.0-litre petrol engine (159PS/191Nm) that powers the Tucson. This is the car that got us thinking about this topic in the first place. It gets you a claimed fuel economy of 19kmpl and adds automatic headlamps to the long list of Ertiga-inherited features.ġ) Hyundai Alcazar (Rs 16.30 lakh to Rs 20.15 lakh) The XL6 is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine rated for a peak output of 105PS and 138Nm. This is the most affordable car with captain seats in the second row, and the third row is decently usable, too. A distinct but sober front fascia and raised stance lend it an SUV-like road presence, even if the rear end gives away its Ertiga roots. The XL6 blurs the lines between MPV and SUV, but its Ertiga platform makes for a practical three-row people carrier. If you love the Bolero for its toughness, this feature-packed SUV offers the same ruggedness in a more comfortable and sophisticated package.Ģ) Maruti Suzuki XL6 (Rs 9.94 lakh to Rs 11.74 lakh) The only issue is the last row that comes with a pair of bench seats, which are not safe or comfortable for two passengers. Its manually locking rear differential tries to compensate for all-wheel drive, and the ladder frame chassis absorbs road bumps and cracks with aplomb. It comes with a powerful 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine rated at 100PS and 260Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission. The recently launched Mahindra Bolero Neo is the most affordable three-row SUV you can buy in India. But what if we told you that you can get a three-row SUV, the car you’ve always wanted, for less than Rs 10 lakh! Check out our list of the top three-row SUVs and some noteworthy MPVs (pretending to be SUVs) for every budget (arranged by ex-showroom price).ġ) Mahindra Bolero Neo (Rs 8.48 lakh to Rs 9.99 lakh) Your favourite people carriers, such as Innova and Ertiga, have gotten pricier over the years. But that’s no longer true now that most family car buyers aspire to buy SUVs. There's a seven-seater family car for every price range - from under Rs 10 lakh to Rs 40 lakh!Ī few years ago, compact hatchbacks were the quintessential family car in India.
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