India's 10 Best SUVs

Mahindra Quanto

Mahindra India has expanded its utility vehicle portfolio with the launch of Mahindra Quanto aka Mini Xylo which is tagged at a price of 5.82 lakh. This compact SUV is launched in four guises namely Mahindra Quanto C2, Mahindra Quanto C4, Mahindra Quanto C6, Mahindra Quanto C8.Mahindra Quanto is the first sub four meter SUV in the segment yet can easily seat 7 people. This compact SUV is powered by a 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder, twin-turbocharged CRDi diesel engine which is christened as mCR100 in Mahindra’s language. The engine comes coupled with a five-speed manual transmission gearbox, and this amalgamation is able to churn out the maximum of 100bhp power and 240Nm of torque. What grabs the attention is the mileage figure of this compact SUV which is claimed to 17.21kmpl as Mahindra has given the vehicle a twin scroll turbo engine which is the smallest turbo engine in the world and explains the high mileage figure. If this was not enough to lure the buyers, the company has added features like ABS, 2 Air bags, reverse park assist, micro-hybrid start-stop technology plus the top end variants Quanto C6 and C8 are adorned with features like Drive seat height adjust and Integrated Audio system. 

Ford Endeavour

Endeavor has been great success in India. Outfitted with advanced features and stylish looks, the car is among the best SUVs in India. The overall length of Ford Endeavor is 5060 mm, with width of 1788 mm and height of 1826 mm. Its 2953 cc engine delivers maximum power of 156 PS (115Kw) at 3200 rpm and maximum torque of 380 Nm (38.7 kgm) at 2500 rpm. It comes in two versions in Indian auto market, Ford Endeavour 2.5L 4x2 and Ford Endeavour 3.0L 4x4. Ford Endeavour 3.0L 4x4 comes with power windows, power door locks, power steering, air conditioner, anti-lock braking system, cup holders, immobilizer, rear wash wiper, alloy wheels, central locking, steering adjustment, tachometer, child safety locks, front fog lights, rear defroster, leather seats, FM radio and CD player. The Ford Endeavour is priced at 17.1 lakh to 19.74 lakh.