5 SUVs to buy for city driving

Driving in the cities can be a nightmare with long traffic jams, bumper-to-bumper traffic bad roads, and potholes. Add to it the size of your car. Traditionally, SUVs were meant to be huge vehicles that were meant for recreation purposes. Carmakers have understood the dynamics of driving in the city and started making SUVs that are compact and easy to drive in the city without compromising on the SUV feel of the vehicle. In this article, we will discuss five such SUVs that are just best suited for city driving.

Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza

The Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is an SUV that has been the best-selling car in its segment. Recently the car celebrated selling seven lakhs units. This SUV is about to get a new generation and the wait is going to be worthwhile. Vitara Brezza is an all-rounder backed by the reliability and a Maruti service network. The Vitara Brezza comes with a petrol engine and the option to choose between a manual gearbox and an automatic torque converter gearbox. The base variant (LXi) of the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is priced at Rs 8.86 lakh (on-road, Mumbai) and the top-end variant (ZXI Plus Dual Tone with Automatic transmission) is priced at Rs 13.18 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).

Mahindra XUV300

The Mahindra XUV300 is a great SUV to drive around the city. Compact dimensions of this SUV work in its favor. The XUV300 is one of the safest cars in India. This car had scored a five-star safety rating at the Global NCAP testing. The XUV300 gets a refined petrol engine that delivers high mileage without compromise on performance. The SUV is equipped with a seven-inch infotainment system, dual-zone climate control, an electric sunroof, and much more. The base variant (W4 with 1.2-litre petrol engine and manual transmission) of the Mahindra XUV300 is priced at Rs 9.32 lakh (on-road, Mumbai) and the top-end variant (W8(O) Dual Tone with Automatic transmission) is priced at Rs 16.15 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).

Tata Nexon EV

The next car on our list is the Tata Nexon EV. This car is a perfect choice for people who want to make the switch from ICE to EV. The compact dimensions of the Nexon EV make it a good car for city driving. The range offered on the Nexon EV is sufficient for driving around the city. The suspension system of the Nexon EV is fine-tuned to tackle bad roads and potholes. The SUV also comes with features like a seven-inch infotainment system, rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlamps, and many more. The pricing of the Tata Nexon EV starts from Rs 15.13 lakh and goes to Rs 18.04 lakh (on-road, Mumbai). The government is also offering incentives to promote electric vehicles and these incentives may differ from state to state.

Kia Sonet

Kia Sonet is an SUV that became a popular choice amongst buyers within a short time after its launch. The Kia Sonet is known for its stylish design and features. This SUV is perfect for city driving because of its compact dimensions. This car has one of the biggest boot space in the segment. The Kia Sonet comes with features like ventilated seats, wireless charging, an air purifier, and an electric sunroof. The pricing of the Kia Sonet starts from Rs 8.02 lakh and goes to Rs 16.20 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).

Nissan Magnite

The Nissan Magnite is the most affordable SUV in its segment. The car is affordable but doesn’t compromise on features and safety. The Nissan Magnite gets a well-tuned suspension and compact dimensions that make this SUV perfect for city driving. The Magnite is powered by a petrol engine that is mated to a manual and a smooth CVT gearbox that’s best for city driving conditions. The Magnite comes with features like a 360-degree camera, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, and cruise control. The pricing of the Nissan Magnite starts from Rs 6.93 lakh and goes to Rs 11.99 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).

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