India is a nation with an extensive road network that connects almost all parts of the world’s seventh-largest country with each other. Unfortunately, however, some of our roads are in a rather pitiable state and it often takes a really rugged vehicle to ensure trouble-free travel on these roads. Today, let’s have a look at the top 10 highest ground clearance cars in India across various segments to help you choose from vehicles that are most accomplished on the challenging Indian road conditions.
With a ground clearance of whopping 180 mm, the Kwid is a budget-end hatchback that’s almost a mini-SUV in some aspects. The entry-level offering from Renault India also offers a spacious cabin and mini-Duster looks. It is available with both 0.8-litre and 1.0-litre engine options with the latter also getting an AMT version.
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 2.75-4.75 lakh | Rs 3.05-5.36 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 2.86-4.86 lakh | Rs 3.56-5.91 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 2.86-4.86 lakh | Rs 3.46-5.72 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 2.90-4.86 lakh | Rs 3.49-5.75 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 2.90-4.86 lakh | Rs 3.63-5.89 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 2.86-4.86 lakh | Rs 3.42-5.61 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 2.86-5.00 lakh | Rs 3.24-5.60 lakh |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Renault Kwid RXL | 2016 | 37,260 | Rs. 2,10,000 |
| Renault Kwid RXL1.0 EASY-R AT | 2017 | 6,792 | Rs. 3,30,000 |
| Renault Kwid 1.0 RXT Opt | 2016 | 32,414 | Rs. 2,35,000 |
| Renault Kwid RXT | 2015 | 36,038 | Rs. 2,30,000 |
| Renault Kwid RXT Opt | 2016 | 56,973 | Rs. 2,35,000 |
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Equipped with a segment-leading ground-clearance of 185 mm, the Datsun redi-GO is the cheapest car in Nissan India’s lineup. The small car rivals the Maruti S-Presso, Alto and the Renault Kwid. The
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 2.71-4.37 lakh | Rs 3.12-4.81 lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 2.8-4.37 lakh | Rs 3.27-5.08 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 2.8-4.37 lakh | Rs 3.33-5.17 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 2.8-4.37 lakh | Rs 3.25-5.04 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 2.8-4.37 lakh | Rs 3.30-5.12 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 2.8-4.37 lakh | Rs 3.27-5.08 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 2.8-4.37 lakh | Rs 3.12-4.84 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 2.8-4.37 lakh | Rs 3.16-4.19 lakh |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Datsun Redi Go LIMITED EDITION | 2017 | 29,489 | Rs. 2,25,000 |
| Datsun Redi Go T (O) | 2016 | 5,853 | Rs. 1,85,000 |
| Datsun Redi Go T (O) | 2016 | 5,602 | Rs. 2,00,000 |
| Datsun Redi Go T (O) | 2017 | 12,501 | Rs. 2,15,000 |
| Datsun Redi Go T (O) | 2016 | 13,459 | Rs. 2,59,000 |
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The Maruti S-Presso is the latest from the country’s highest-selling carmaker. It has a rugged look and comes with a ground clearance of 180 mm to help it take on the likes of Renault Kwid and Datsun redi-GO. Plus, its crossover-like styling gives it a mini-Brezza-look, while the plastic cladding on the lower body helps it venture on rough roads without the fear of getting the paint work scratched.
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 3.45-4.45 lakh | Rs 4.05-4.93 lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 3.59-4.55 lakh | Rs 4.44-5.09 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 3.66-4.55 lakh | Rs 4.49-5.36 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 3.64-4.55 lakh | Rs 4.33-5.23 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 3.53-4.39 lakh | Rs 4.14-5.13 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 3.58-4.55 lakh | Rs 4.37-5.09 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 3.64-4.55 lakh | Rs 3.16-5.02 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 3.67-4.55 lakh | Rs 4.21-5.09 lakh |
The Ignis is a B1-segment cross-hatch that has a ground clearance of 185 mm. Plus, its SUV-like design gives it quite a macho look. What’s even better is that its refined and peppy 1.2-litre engine and an optional AMT makes it an ideal choice for most city dwellers. Lastly, the modern HEARTECT platform ensures great dynamics.
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 4.79-7.15 lakh | Rs 5.33-8.05 lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 4.87-7.23 lakh | Rs 5.72-8.4 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 4.87-7.23 lakh | Rs 6.02-8.62 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 4.87-7.23 lakh | Rs 5.65-8.3 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 4.87-7.23 lakh | Rs 5.75-8.48 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 4.87-7.23 lakh | Rs 5.73-8.42 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 4.87-7.23 lakh | Rs 5.4-7.95 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 4.87-7.23 lakh | Rs 5.5-8.26 lakh |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Maruti IGNIS ZETA 1.2 K12 | 2017 | 9,965 | Rs. 5,00,000 |
| Maruti IGNIS ZETA 1.2 K12 AMT | 2018 | 3,615 | Rs. 5,50,000 |
| Maruti IGNIS ZETA 1.2 K12 AMT | 2017 | 9,909 | Rs. 5,50,000 |
| Maruti IGNIS SIGMA 1.2 K12 | 2018 | 2,554 | Rs. 4,20,000 |
| Maruti IGNIS DELTA 1.2 K12 AMT | 2018 | 3,918 | Rs. 6,30,000 |
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The Mahindra KUV100 is the most affordable car in its company’s portfolio and is a direct rival to the likes of Maruti Ignis. It combines the butch look of an SUV with the traditional qualities of a hatchback. Also, the small car has been around for quite some time and is readily available in the used car market.
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 4.88-7.94 lakh | Rs 6.72-9.24 lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 4.87-7.92 lakh | Rs 7.15-9.51 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 4.89-7.95 lakh | Rs 7.31-9.72 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 4.91-7.96 lakh | Rs 7.04-9.35 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 4.90-7.95 lakh | Rs 7.18-9.52 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 4.87-7.92 lakh | Rs 7.04-9.37 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 5.05-8.1 lakh | Rs 6.79-8.88 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 4.96-8.02 lakh | Rs 6.95-9.23 lakh |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Mahindra Kuv100 K6 D 6 STR | 2016 | 77,905 | Rs. 3,00,000 |
| Mahindra Kuv100 K6+ 6 STR | 2016 | 68,374 | Rs. 4,75,000 |
| Mahindra Kuv100 K4 D 6 STR | 2017 | 66,119 | Rs. 3,65,000 |
| Mahindra Kuv100 K4+ D 6 STR | 2016 | 52,099 | Rs. 3,25,000 |
| Mahindra Kuv100 K8 5 STR | 2016 | 72,137 | Rs. 2,90,000 |
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Armed with a crossover-like ground clearance of 170 mm, the Maruti Ciaz is a rather comfortable and upmarket sedan that comes with adequately powerful and frugal petrol and Diesel engines. The Honda City-rivalling is very spacious and has ow running costs. It’s also very comfortable and benefits from Maruti’s wide service network.
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 8.2-11.38 lakh | Rs 9.2-13.46 lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 8.2-11.38 lakh | Rs 9.49-13.57 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 8.2-11.38 lakh | Rs 10.12-13.99 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 8.2-11.38 lakh | Rs 9.43-13.74 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 8.2-11.38 lakh | Rs 9.82-13.84 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 8.19-11.38 lakh | Rs 9.51-13.61 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 8.2-11.38 lakh | Rs 8.99-12.54 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 8.21-11.38 lakh | Rs 9.34-13.27 lakh |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Maruti Ciaz ZDI+ SHVS | 2016 | 46,414 | Rs. 7,00,000 |
| Maruti Ciaz ALPHA 1.4 VVT | 2017 | 26,261 | Rs. 7,75,000 |
| Maruti Ciaz ZDI SHVS | 2016 | 92,496 | Rs. 7,50,000 |
| Maruti Ciaz ZXI PLUS | 2016 | 12,319 | Rs. 6,50,000 |
| Maruti Ciaz ALPHA 1.3 DDIS SHVS | 2017 | 1,29,630 | Rs. 8,50,000 |
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Available with a ground clearance of 180 mm, the Mahindra Scorpio is easily the most rugged choice in its price segment. The true-blue ladder-frame SUV has already been very popular due to its rugged looks and powerful engine. Also, it’s not too expensive to maintain, which is something that makes it an ideal choice for our roads.
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 9.99-16.63 lakh | Rs 11.84-20.16 lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 9.95-16.15 lakh | Rs 12.08-19.65 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 9.99-16.7 lakh | Rs 12.35-21.09 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 10.14-16.84 lakh | Rs 12.67-20.74 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 9.99-16.84 lakh | Rs 12.09-20.57 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 9.91-16.11 lakh | Rs 11.84-19.32 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 10.2-16.97 lakh | Rs 11.52-18.87 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 10.18-16.84 lakh | Rs 12.18-20.78 lakh |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Mahindra Scorpio SLE BS IV | 2011 | 64,784 | Rs. 4,68,000 |
| Mahindra Scorpio SLE BS IV | 2011 | 67,200 | Rs.3,45,000 |
| Mahindra Scorpio SLE BS IV | 2014 | 45,549 | Rs. 6,25,000 |
| Mahindra Scorpio S6 PLUS | 2015 | 51,647 | Rs. 8,75,000 |
| Mahindra Scorpio SLE BS IV | 2011 | 70,378 | Rs. 4,11,500 |
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The Mahindra XUV500 has a massive ground clearance of 200 mm, which helps it take on the worst of the roads you can throw at it. The highly popular SUV comes with many features, a rugged look, potent petrol and Diesel engines and even AWD and automatic transmission options.
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 12.31-19.74 lakh | Rs 14.27.64 lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 12.22-19.65 lakh | Rs 14.97-23.83 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 12.28-19.71 lakh | Rs 15.62-24.85 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 12.28-19.71 lakh | Rs 15.34-23.91 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 12.23-19.66 lakh | Rs 15.05-19.93 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 12.22-19.67 lakh | Rs 14.74-23.49 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 12.47-19.89 lakh | Rs 13.97-22.04 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 12.38-19.34 lakh | Rs 14.60-23.63 lakh |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Mahindra XUV500 W11 AT | 2018 | 10,244 | Rs. 17,00,000 |
| Mahindra XUV500 W6 4X2 | 2014 | 54,068 | Rs. 8,50,000 |
| Mahindra XUV500 W8 FWD | 2013 | 1,57,995 | Rs. 7,25,000 |
| Mahindra XUV500 W8 FWD | 2014 | 79,806 | Rs. 8,50,000 |
| Mahindra XUV500 W8 FWD | 2014 | 48,718 | Rs. 10,20,000 |
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Basically a Mahindra XUV500 rival, even the Tata Hexa has a ground clearance of 200 mm. Like the XUV, even the Hexa comes with optional automatic transmission and AWD options. The latter, coupled with the huge ground clearance, can help this SUV venture almost anywhere.
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 13.26-18.64 lakh | Rs 15.89-22.20 lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 13.26-18.8 lakh | Rs 16.27-22.87 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 13.26-18.52 lakh | Rs 16.86-23.36 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 13.26-18.54 lakh | Rs 16.18-22.51 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 13.26-18.47 lakh | Rs 16.14-22.35 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 13.26-18.76 lakh | Rs 16.05-22.59 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 13.26-18.71 lakh | Rs 14.92-20.94 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 13.26-18.77 lakh | Rs 15.62-22.95 lakh |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Tata Hexa Varicor 320 XE | 2018 | 5,660 | Rs. 10,50,000 |
| Tata Hexa Varicor 400 XTA | 2017 | 24,921 | Rs. 14,00,000 |
| Tata Hexa Varicor 400 XTA | 2017 | 49,095 | Rs. 12,00,000 |
| Tata Hexa Varicor 400 XM | 2017 | 31,159 | Rs. 8,50,000 |
| Tata Hexa Varicor 400 XT | 2018 | 9,866 | Rs. 16,00,000 |
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The Isuzu V-Cross has a huge ground clearance of 225 mm, which makes it easily gobble up most of the irregularities the Indian roads can offer. What makes it even more lethal is its highly capable 4×4 system and a powerful 2.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine that outputs 134 hp of maximum power and 320Nm of peak torque.
| City | Ex-showroom Price | On-road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 16.54-19.99 lakh | Rs 20.18-24.09 lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 16.54-19.99 lakh | Rs 19.91-23.99 lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 16.54-19.99 lakh | Rs 20.38-24.57 lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 16.54-19.99 lakh | Rs 20.66-24.78 lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 16.54-19.99 lakh | Rs 19.89-24.78 lakh |
| Pune | Rs 16.54-19.99 lakh | Rs 19.91-23.99 lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 16.54-19.99 lakh | Rs 19.26-24.09 lakh |
| Kochi | Rs 16.54-19.99 lakh | Rs 20.15-24.78 lakh |
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