Top 5 MUVs in India in 2023

MUV

Typically, a Multi-Purpose Vehicle/Multi Utility Vehicle has seating arrangement that consists of 2 to 3 rows and can accommodate 6 to 8 passengers. In addition to that, it has a flexible interior space which can be adjusted according to the requirement.

The first MUV of India, Toyota Qualis, was launched in the 2000 in India and it was a great success. But it had a very boxy design and soon started looking outdated. It was discontinued from the market in 2005, in order to make way for a more modern vehicle. It was replaced by Innova as it looked more contemporary.

The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga has ranked first in the list of best-selling MPVs/MUVs in India as it has registered the maximum number of sales in 2022.

Let us find out the price and key specifications of the the Top 5 MUVs in India in 2023.

Toyota Innova Hycross

The Innova Hycross is a 7 seater 4 cylinder car and has length of 4755mm, width of 1845 mm and a wheelbase of 2850mm. It has 1 Petrol Engine of 1987 cc on offer. Depending upon the variant and fuel type, the Innova Hycross has a mileage of 16.13 to 23.24 km/l . 

Colours

Toyota Innova Hycross VX Hybrid 7 STR is in 7 stylish colours-  Blackish Ageha Glass Flake, Sparkling Black Pearl Crystal Shine, Attitude Black Mica, Silver Metallic, Avant-garde Bronze Metallic, Platinum White Pearl and Super White.

Engine

Toyota Innova Hycross VX Hybrid 7 STR is the hybrid (electric + petrol) variant in the Toyota Innova Hycross lineup and is priced at ₹ 24.01 Lakh.1987 cc, 4 Cylinders Inline, 4 Valves/Cylinder, DOHC

Fuel Type

Toyota Innova Hycross VX Hybrid 7 STR is the hybrid (electric + petrol) variant in the Toyota Innova Hycross lineup and is priced at ₹ 24.01 Lakh.

Driving Range

It comes with 1987 cc Hybrid (Electric + Petrol) engine and CVT-speed gear Automatic (EV/Hybrid) transmission. It has a mileage of 23.24 km/l. The fuel tank capacity of Innova Hycross VX Hybrid 7 STR is 52 litres and gives a range of 1208 Km on a full tank.

Transmission

Toyota Innova Hycross VX Hybrid 7 STR is available in Automatic (EV/Hybrid) transmission and has CVT Gears, Manual Override & Paddle Shift

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

Price

Maruti Ertiga is a 7 seater MUV the price of which ranges from Rs. 8.35 Lakh- 12.79 Lakh. 

Variants

The Ertiga is offered in 9 variants. The cheapest Maruti Ertiga variant is the LXI which has a price tag of Rs 8.35 Lakh while the top model price of petrol variant, the Maruti Ertiga ZXI Plus, is Rs. 12.79 Lakh. Ertiga’s base model price in CNG is Rs 10.58 Lakh. Whereas the price of the Ertiga automatic version starts from Rs 11.13 Lakh.

Mileage

The petrol variants of the car come in both automatic transmission (AT) and manual transmission (MT). Ertiga delivers a fuel efficiency of 20.51 km/l (MT) and 20.30 km/l (AT) in its petrol variants.

Engine

Maruti Ertiga has 1 Petrol Engine of 1462 cc and 1 CNG  of 1462 cc on offer..

Safety

Maruti Ertiga has secured three-star safety ratings in the global NCAP crash test.

Fuel Type

There are two fuel options in the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga -Petrol, CNG.

Maruti Suzuki XL6

Price

The price of Maruti XL6 ranges between ₹ 11.35 Lakh - ₹ 14.61 Lakh depending on the variant selected.

Variants

The Maruti Suzuki XL6 has six variants that includes Zeta, Zeta AT, Alpha, Alpha AT, Alpha Plus, and Alpha Plus AT.

Engine and Transmission

Mechanically, the Maruti XL6 is powered by a K-series 1.5L Dual Jet, Dual VVT gasoline engine that boasts of  a progressive and smart Hybrid Technology. 

Transmission

The MPV comes in a five-speed manual and a new six-speed automatic transmission option with paddle shifters. 

Design

The XL6 has a new bold front grille with an ‘X-bar’ element, which is complemented by Quad chamber LED reflector headlamps along with LED DRLs. The vehicle rides on a set of 16-inch machine and two-tone alloy wheels. The rear section is highlighted by 3D LED tail lamps with light guide and smoked grey lens. Additionally, the vehicle also gets a new back door garnish and a chrome insert. There is a rear door spoiler, and a shark fin antenna.

Interior

The Maruti XL6 now offers premium roof lining along with soft-touch door trim armrests.

The XL6 has premium leather seat upholstery, captain seats in the second row, and reclining seats in the third row. There is roof-mounted AC for rear passengers with multiple adjustable air vents and three-stage speed control. It also has air-cooled can holders. There is a front-row armrest with a utility box, smartphone storage, bottle holders in every row and an option for a power socket.

The XL6 gets ventilated seats in the front row, a new seven-inch Smart-Play Pro touchscreen infotainment system and a 360 view camera. 

The vehicle features an in-built Suzuki Connect with over 40 connectivity features. It comes with a compatible smartwatch through which the car can be accessed and there is voice connectivity through Suzuki connect skill for Amazon Alexa. 

Seating Capacity

The Maruti XL6 can accommodate six passengers.

Colours

The vehicle has six monotone and three dual-tone colour options. The monotone colour options are Nexa Blue, Brave Khakhi, Opulent Red, Splendid Silver, Arctic White, and Grandeur Grey. The dual-tone version gets a black roof with the colour options - Splendid Silver, Brave Khaki, and Opulent Red.

Rivals

The Maruti XL6 competes against the likes of Kia Carens and Mahindra Marazzo.

Kia Carnival

The Carnival is a 7 seater 4 cylinder car and it has length of 5115 mm, width of 1985 and a wheelbase of 3060mm.

Price

The price of Kia Carnival variants ranges from Rs. 30.99 Lakh to Rs. 35.49 Lakh

Variants

The Carnival is offered in 3 variants -Limousine Plus, Prestige and Limousine. The cheapest Kia Carnival variant is the Prestige which is available for a price of Rs. 30.99 Lakh while the most expensive variant is the Kia Carnival Limousine Plus which is available at a price of Rs. 35.49 Lakh.

Engine

The Kia Carnival has 1 Diesel Engine on offer which is 2199 cc.

Transmission

It is available with Automatic transmission. Depending on the variant and fuel type Kia Carnival gives a mileage of 14.11 km/l . 

Design

The design of the Kia Carnival is 'elegant' and 'classy', and it does not have any over-the-top cuts, creases or unnecessary lines.

Rivals

Kia Carnival rivals  Kia Seltos and Toyota Fortuner

Mahindra Marazzo

The Marazzo is a 8 seater 4 cylinder car that has length of 4585mm, width of 1866 mm and a wheelbase of 2760mm.

Price

The price of Mahindra Marazzo ranges from Rs. 13.71 Lakh to Rs. 16.03 Lakh.

Variants

The Marazzo is offered in 6 variants - M2, M2 8 Str, M4 Plus, M4 Plus 8 Str, M6 Plus, M6 Plus 8 Str. The cheapest Mahindra Marazzo variant is the M2 which is available at Rs. 13.71 Lakh while the most expensive variant is the Mahindra Marazzo M6 Plus 8 Str which costs Rs. 16.03 Lakh.

Colours

Mahindra Marazzo is offered 4 different colours - Iceberg White, Shimmering Silver, Oceanic Black, Aqua Marine.

Engine

The Mahindra Marazzo has 1 Diesel Engine on offer which is 1497 cc .

Transmission

It is available with Manual transmission. Depending upon the variant and fuel type the Marazzo has a mileage of 17.3 km/l . 

Rivals

Mahindra Marazzo rivals Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and Toyota Innova Crysta