Tata Nexon: 208 mm
Topping the list of SUVs that are available under ₹10 lakh is Tata Nexon. The sub-compact SUV, which comes at a starting price of ₹8 lakh (ex-showroom), comes with a ground clearance of 208 mm. It has the highest ground clearance among all its rivals in the segment. The Nexon comes powered with both petrol and diesel engines besides CNG as well electric powertrain, offering a wide choice of versions for one to choose from.
Nissan Magnite: 205 mm
A surprising number two SUV on the list is the Nissan Magnite SUV. The best-selling model from the Japanese auto giant was recently launched at a starting price of ₹5.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The small SUV from Nissan scores big when it comes to ground clearance. The Magnite comes with 205 mm of ground clearance which also helps it to overcome difficult road conditions with relative ease. Magnite is offered with two engine options. These include a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine and a naturally aspirated version of it.
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Renault Kiger: 205 mm
Being a technical cousin of the Magnite SUV, the Renault Kiger also offers similar ground clearance. The SUV is priced from ₹6 lakh (ex-showroom) and is one of the most affordable SUVs one can buy in India besides the Magnite. The SUV also comes with a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and a turbocharged unit.
Kia Sonet: 205 mm
Launched in January this year, the Kia Sonet is also at par with the Magnite and Kiger SUVs as far as ground clearance is concerned. With 205 mm of ground clearance, the Sonet offers better drive experience over rough road conditions and is one of its biggest USPs. The Sonet SUV comes at a starting price of ₹7.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
Mahindra XUV 3XO: 201 mm
The smallest SUV from Mahindra is the fifth model on the list. The XUV 3XO comes with 201 mm of ground clearance, about 4 mm less than the Magnite, Kiger and Sonet and 77 mm less than Nexon. Kia’s best-selling SUV in India comes at a starting price of ₹7.79 lakh (ex-showroom) and is one of the most affordable models to buy in this segment.
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First Published Date: 19 Nov 2024, 16:59 PM IST
