Rising fuel costs and low availability of EV charging infrastructure have created a need for alternative fuel options in India. Since our reliance on traditional fuels will continue for a few more years, one of the most attractive solutions is hybrid cars that combine a traditional combustion engine with an electrical system to improve fuel efficiency. Several automakers in India have now launched affordable hybrid cars, especially in the popular SUV segment. Here is a look at some of the top hybrid SUV options that are currently available in India.
1. Toyota Urban Cruiser
Price: Rs 10.45 - 19.65 Lakh (ex-showroom).
Mileage: 19.39 - 27.97 km/l.
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder is the first mid-size SUV in India to come with a strong hybrid powertrain. The SUV pack a 1.5-litre K-Series petrol engine that comes mated to either a five-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission. It is also the first-in-segment Hybrid SUV to get an AWD option.
2. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Price: 10.45 - 19.65 Lakh.
Mileage: 19.38 - 27.97 km/l.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is the latest offering in the hybrid SUV market. With the Grand Vitara, customers get a 1.5-litre K15 petrol engine, paired with a five-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission. The Grand Vitara Progressive Smart Hybrid is available with 5-speed Manual and 6-Speed Automatic transmission options and only the electric hybrid variant gets an e-CVT gearbox.
3. MG Hector Plus
Price: Rs. 16.43 Lakh and goes up to Rs. 21.00 Lakh.
Mileage: 16.6 km/l.
The MG Hector Plus has a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol motor with a hybrid system. The petrol engine produces 141bhp of power and 250Nm of torque The turbo-petrol motor is paired with a six-speed manual unit for the electric hybrid versions.
(Edited by : Sudarsanan Mani)
