The initials SUV stand for a sport utility vehicle, typically an off-roading capable car that generally has a 4-wheel drive and a raised ground clearance. The SUV segment of the automobile market in India is the most popular and is growing all the time. While it is easy to say that SUVs are the most used cars in India, we have to decide which are the best of the rest. There are detailed specs of each car on the list below which helps you choose the best one for yourself. Here are the best SUVs you can buy in India right now under NRs. 10 Lakhs.

Tata Punch

In terms of exterior, the vehicle is available in seven single and dual-tone color options: 

Orcus White, Daytona Grey, Tropical Mist, Atomic Orange, Meteor Bronze, Tornado Blue, and Calypso Red. 

The SUV is designed under the Impact 2.0 design language. It adopts a set of 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, projector headlamps, stylish roof rails, dual-tone roofs, and signature LED taillights. 

Interior

In the interior, the Punch offers a 7-inch Harman touchscreen infotainment unit supporting both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 6 speakers, 7-inch colored TFT screen, voice recognition, voice alerts, and USB port. 

Similarly, it also offers phone and navigation mirroring between infotainment and the instrument cluster. For convenience, it also offers a push-button start, automatic temperature control, adjustable driver seats, automatic headlamps, steering-mounted controls, rear armrest, fast USB charger, and more. 

Engine and Transmission

As for the engine, the Tata Punch is powered by a 1.2L Revotron petrol engine delivering 84bhp at 6000rpm and 113 Nm of torque at 3300rpm. This one is mated to a 5-speed manual and AMT gearbox option. 

For additional fuel efficiency, the vehicle also offers cruise control and Idle Start Stop mode which automatically turns off the engine at traffic. 

Tata Punch Specifications

Nissan Magnite

Design

The all-new Nissan Magnite SUV adopts muscular lines with dynamic styling which completely complements its aggressive persona.

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The Japanese carmaker has worked its best in the aggressive design of the SUV. This one gets sleek LED headlights residing in the signature Nissan grille while the front bumper holds the L-shaped LED DRLs and fog lamps. Other notable features of the SUV include integrated roof rails, roof spoiler, 16-inch alloy wheels, split tail lights, side cladding, and more.

Engine and Performance

Nissan Magnite is available in two engine options: a 1.0L Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine and an HRA Turbo Petrol Engine.

The 1.0L Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine churns a power of 71bhp alongside a peak torque of 96Nm. The vehicle’s engine is mated with a 5-speed gearbox transmission. Likewise, the HRA Turbo Petrol Engine delivers a power of 99bhp alongside a peak torque of 160Nm. This one has two gearbox options—Manual, and CVT Automatic.

Interior

The Magnite SUV is fully designed with black interiors with a silver offset that mostly resides around the AC vents, steering, and door pads. The SUV gets an 8-inch full touchscreen infotainment system that supports both Android Auto as well as Apple CarPlay. Likewise, you will be getting a 7-inch TFT display for the instrument console.

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Other notable features of the SUV include rear AC vents, push-button stop/start, ambient lighting, tyre pressure monitoring system, flat-bottom steering, cruise control, JBL sound system, puddle lamp, Eco driving mode, and so on.

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Safety Features

The Magnite SUV gets dual airbags on the front, reverse parking sensors, ABS, EBD, speed alert system, hill start assist, traction control, and a reverse parking camera that has a 360-degree view.

Nissan Magnite Specifications (Turbo-Charged Engine)

Hyundai Venue

The vehicle is equipped with a Kappa1.0 Turbo GDi Petrol engine, 1.2 Petrol Engine, and 1.4 Diesel Engine. Speaking of the power performance, the Kappa 1.0 Turbo GDi Petrol engine produces 120 PS of power and 171 Nm of torque and comes mated to a 6-speed manual or a 7-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission. The 1.2-liter petrol engine produces 83 PS of power and 115 Nm of torque and comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. Whereas, the 1.4-liter diesel engine churns out a max power of 90 PS and 220 Nm of torque and comes with a 6-speed manual transmission. 

Similarly, glancing at the design front, the Hyundai Venue gets split projector headlamps and LED DRLs setup. The new Projector Headlamps on the four-wheeler are what add an elegant look to it while the DRLs add a more distinct feel to it. Also, there is the signature Hyundai cascade grille on the front which finishes along the door handles. More on, on the interior side, there has been added a stylish touch to make it more appealing and vibrant. The driver and passenger seat gets leather upholstery while the steering wheel of the car is also wrapped in leather.

On the driver’s front is an 8-inch Touchscreen Infotainment System that supports both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Other significant features of the Hyundai Venue include automatic climate control, electric sunroof, cooled glovebox, wireless charging, and cruise control features.

Standard Safety Features:

• Dual Front Airbags
• ABS with EBD
• ISOFIX
• Seatbelt Reminder
• Rear Parking Sensors
• Speed-sensing Auto door lock & Crash sensing Auto Door Unlock
• Hill Assist Control
• Electronic Stability Control
• Rear Camera with Rear Parking Sensors
• Other safety features include 6 airbags in the top variant, Vehicle Stability Management, Auto Headlamps with Escort Function Cornering Lamps, and a Power window with auto Up Down.

Mahindra Bolero

Design 

Glancing at the front, the new Bolero Neo gets a fresh look with sleeker repositioned LED DRLs. Likewise, the front bumper of the SUV is also updated with a new set of fog lamps. The front grille in the Neo is also a notable update contrasting to the previous iteration.

Although some elements in the SUV adopt new looks, the classic standard Bolero design cues like clam-shell bonnet, squared-off, and marginally flared wheel arches still remain the same. The SUV now runs on dual five-spoke silver alloy wheels and long roof rails inherited from the TUV 300. 

Interior

The interior cabin of the Mahindra Bolero reminds us of the TUV300. Compared to the standard Bolero, the Bolero Neo now gets tons of the latest tech updates and features. The dashboard is now stacked with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth, USB, AUX, and six speakers. The instrument console still remains the same with a new addition of a three-spoke adjustable steering wheel with mounted controls. 

In the center console remain the control buttons for the power windows, a couple of cup holders, arms rests, gear levers, and so on. The second row features bench-type seats followed by other features like electrically adjustable ORVMs, rear wiper, central locking, height-adjustable seats, and so on.

Ford Ecosport

EcoSports Thunder Edition receives a 9-inch floating touchscreen integrated with a full-on navigation system. Additionally, there is also the electronic sunroof which might allure most Ford fans.

Coming to the engine options, the new edition EcoSport Thunder comes in three different engine options: 1.5L TiVCT petrol, 1.5L TDCi diesel, and 1.0L TiVCT EcoBoost. The 1.5 TiVCT petrol engine gets a 3-cylinder petrol engine which generates a power of 123PS and 150Nm peak torque while is mated with a 5-speed manual gearbox.

Similarly, the 1.5L RDC diesel gets a 4-cylinder diesel engine which delivers a power of 100PS with 205Nm of peak torque. Its engine is also mated with a 5-speed manual gearbox. Lastly, the 1.0L tiVCT EcoBoost variant gets a 3-cylinder petrol engine which churns out 125PS power along with a peak torque of 170Nm. Its engine is mated with a 6-speed manual gearbox transmission.

The compact SUV is now available in five variants: Ambiente, Trend, Titanium, Titanium+ and EcoSport. However, there is no automatic gearing option available in any of the variants.

Furthermore, there are six airbags provided for safety in the new Edition EcoSport. Inside the cabin, rests an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that is compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Also, the other features include automatic HID headlamps, daytime running lights, rain-sensing wipers, electrochromic mirrors, a tire pressure monitoring system, and a push-button start.

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