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.
Similar to the redi-GO, the Renault KWID is surprisingly tall for a small car. When you compare the KWID to other hatchbacks in the country, you will see a significant difference in the height and with a ground clearance of 184 mm, it is easy to understand why. Renault offers the KWID with either a 0.8L or a 1.0L petrol engine which is capable of generating 54Ps of power and 72Nm of torque and 68Ps of power and 91Nm of torque respectively. In the transmission department, the 0.8L petrol variant is available with only a 5-speed manual gearbox whereas the 1.0L variant can be had with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic setup.
If you have ever seen or even driven a Datsun redi-Go, you would immediately recognize that the vehicle is quite tall for a hatchback. This is what gives the KWID its impressive ground clearance of 187 mm. The redi-GO comes with two engine options – a 0.8L petrol which generates 54Ps of power and 72Nm of torque and a 1.0L petrol engine that produces 69Ps of power and 91Nm of torque. Datsun provides both engines with a 5-speed manual transmission setup, however, the larger 1.0L engine can be had with a 5-speed automatic gearbox as well.
From the time Maruti announced the S-Presso, it has been making headlines across the country. The hatchback is quite impressive with regards to the features and specifications it has to offer but it is the 180 mm ground clearance that has made it one of the best-selling cars in the country this year. The S-Presso is powered by a 1.0L petrol engine that is capable of generating up to 68Ps of power and 90Nm of torque. In the transmission department, the S-Presso comes with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic gearbox. Maruti has also released a CNG version of the S-Presso that is powered by the same 1.0L petrol engine but generates 59Ps of power and 78Nm of torque and is only available with a 5-speed manual transmission system.
When Maruti Suzuki launched the Ignis, it immediately caught the people’s attention. Not only did Maruti pack the Ignis with impressive specifications, but it made the car extremely affordable – and the 180 mm ground clearance only adds to the attractive qualities of the car. The latest variant of the Ignis is powered by a 1.2L petrol engine that is capable of generating 83Ps of power and 113Nm of torque. Mated to the Ignis is either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automatic gearbox.
Maruti Suzuki Ignis New Car Prices in Popular Cities
We all know that Mahindra has some of the most durable cars in their lineup and the KUV100 is definitely one that makes you stand up and take notice. It has sufficient ground clearance with 170 mm space so that you can easily drive on any Indian road. The SUV is powered by a 1.2L petrol engine that generates 82Ps of power and 115Nm of torque. The engine on the KUV100 is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Maruti Suzuki Ciaz is definitely a stylish and performance-based sedan and with its 170 mm ground clearance, it is a car that can easily take on Indian roads. Powering the Ciaz is a 1.5L mild-hybrid petrol engine that is capable of producing 105Ps of power and 138Nm of torque. The sedan can either be had with a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed automatic gearbox.
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Petrol New Car Prices in Popular Cities
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.
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.
The Renault Duster has proven to be a reliable workhorse for many households who have wished to have a powerful, easy to maintain and sufficiently rugged SUV. The Duster has been available with both petrol and diesel engine options, with both the motors, in turn, being available with manual and automatic transmission choices. The Duster has a ground clearance of 205 mm.
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.
Isuzu D-Max V-Cross New Car Prices in Popular Cities
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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