Some things only happen in India, one such is the large joint families. Simply joint families don’t do justice when they don’t go out on trips or long drives. Well, what do buy if one such joint family wants to go wandering? Worry not! is a list of 10 MPVs and SUVs for hauling your beloved joint family. The listed MPVs are in ascending order for their prices.
Note: (*) all the prices are (ex-Showroom Delhi)
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Datsun Go+ (₹4.2 lacs – ₹6.90 lacs)*
Datsun Go+ | Cars for Joint Families Engine Specifications
Engine 1.2-Litre Naturally Aspirated 3 Cylinder Petrol Engine Transmission 5-Speed Manual / CVT Power 68ps@5,000rpm / 77ps@6,000 rpm Torque 104 Nm@4,000Rpm The cheapest among the MPVs is the Datsun Go+. Though it gets a cheap price tag it surely doesn’t feel cheap. Talking about the engine, this MPV comes with a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated 3 cylinder petrol engine. The motor produces 68ps of power and 104 Nm of peak torque. The car comes with 2 transmission options, a 5-speed manual, and a CVT. The Go+ starts at ₹4.2 lacs and goes up to ₹6.90 lacs for the top end T(O) CVT. On the inside, Datsun Go+ gets a 7″ infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The most important part, Go+ is capable of seating 7 but the rear seats are best suited for children.
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Renault Triber (₹4.99 lacs – ₹7.3 lacs)*
Renault Triber AMT | Cars for Joint Families Engine Specifications
Engine 1.0-Litre Naturally Aspirated 3 Cylinder Petrol Engine Transmission 5-Speed Manual / 5-Speed Easy-R AMT Power 72ps@6,250 Rpm Torque 96 Nm@3,500Rpm The new Triber from the French carmaker makes another entry into the affordable 7 seaters. With that said, this MPV comes loaded with features like twin cool glove boxes, and rear ac vents (even for the 3rd row). Talking about entertainment, the Triber comes with 7″ infotainment system, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. A 1.0-litre 3 cylinder naturally aspirated engine powers the Renault.
The engine is capable of producing 72ps of max power and the peak torque output is 96Nm. The motor is mated to either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed Easy-R AMT. One of the USP of the Triber is the 3rd row of seats, as for one, they are capable of seating 2 adults in decent comfort. Secondly, the 3rd can be completely removed which opens up a massive 623 litres of boot space.
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Maruti Suzuki Ertiga (₹7.59 lacs – ₹10.13 lacs)*
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga | Cars for Joint Families Engine Specifications
Engine 1.5-Litre Naturally Aspirated 4 Cylinder Petrol Engine Transmission 5-Speed Manual / 4-Speed Torque converter Power 105hp@6,000rpm Torque 138Nm@4,400rpm How can one forget the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, as it was one of the first affordable MPV for a whole family? Well, recently the Ertiga has entered into its new generation that gets new exterior and interior. Alongside that, the car also gets some new features, along with a new engine for the new BS6 era. On the inside, Maruti Suzuki Ertiga gets a comfy cabin with good material quality. The infotainment is a new slick unit from Maruti Suzuki that also gets Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Under the hood, the car gets a new more refined 1.5-litre 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol mill. The motor puts out 105hp and 138Nm of peak torque, sadly the Diesel is out because of BS6. There is an option of 2 gearboxes to choose from, a 5-speed manual transmission and a 4-speed torque converter.
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Maruti Suzuki XL6 (₹9.85 lacs – ₹11.52 lacs)*
Maruti Suzuki XL6 | Cars for Joint Families Engine Specifications
Engine 1.5-Litre Naturally Aspirated 4 Cylinder Petrol Engine Transmission 5-Speed Manual / 4-Speed Torque converter Power 105hp@6,000rpm Torque 138Nm@4,400rpm Another entry from our beloved Maruti Suzuki is the XL6. Well, Maruti Suzuki’s XL6 is more like revamped Ertiga. With that said, XL6 is a bit expensive than its counterpart but what it gets you with extra cash? you may ask. For starters, XL6 gets a new aesthetics in and out. The addition of all-LED headlamps is also a part of the package. On the inside, this MPV gets all-black interior overall beige in the Ertiga. The feature list is identical as the Ertiga even the engine is shared between the two. Maruti Suzuki XL6 is exclusively sold in the companies premium dealer Nexa network.
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Mahindra Marazzo (₹11.01 lacs – ₹13.59 lacs)*
Mahindra Marazzo BS6 | Cars for Joint Families Engine Specifications
Engine 1.5-Litre 4 Cylinder Turbo Diesel Engine Transmission 6-Speed Manual Power 121 hp Torque 300 Nm Form an Indian car market Mahindra, Marazzo is a fairly capable car. As of now, the MPV is due to a new engine as the Diesel was discontinued the new BS6 emission norms. Then why are we mentioning it? you ask. Well, the Marazzo is just around the corner with a new BS6 diesel engine. The new Marazzo will get a new 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine capable of producing 121ps of max power and 300Nm of peak torque. A 1.5 Litre T-GDI turbo petrol engine is also on the way says Mahindra. Talking about the features, it gets all the latest tech including an infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In terms of cabin space, the Mahindra Marazzo comes with 2 seating options. An 8 seater with benched middle row and a 7 seater with captain seats in the middle.
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MG Hector Plus (₹13.49 lacs – ₹18.54 lacs)*
MG Hector Plus | Cars for Joint Families Engine Specifications
Engine 1.5-litre Turbo petrol / Hybrid Powertrain 2.0-litre Turbo Diesel engine Transmission 6-Speed Manual / DCT(Turbo petrol only) 6-Speed Manual Power 143ps@5,000rpm 170ps@3,750rpm Torque 250Nm@1,600-3,600rpm 350Nm@1,750-2,500rpm Recently the Chinese owned British brand MG launched a bigger MG Hector, called Hector Plus. It gets all the current-gen features including connected car tech. Hector gets you an additional 3rd row of seats making the Hector Plus a 7-seater. It also gets some cosmetic changes that include, redesigned headlights and taillights with new numbers in front and rear. Under the hood, it carries the same powertrain and drivetrain. It comes with turbo petrol with hybrid tech and a turbo diesel engine.
The turbo petrol engine is a 1.5-litre 4 cylinder, capable of producing 143hp and 250Nm of peak torque. The diesel gets a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine producing 170ps and 350Nm of peak torque. the turbo petrol engine is mated to either a 6-speed manual transmission or a DCT automatic. Sadly the other two powertrains don’t offer the convenience of automatic and only comes with a 6-Speed manual transmission.
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Mahindra XUV 500 (₹13.27 lacs- ₹17.77)*
Mahindra XUV500 BS6 Engine Specifications
Engine 2.2-litre mHawk155 diesel engine Transmission 6-Speed Manual Transmission Power 155ps@3,750rpm Torque 360Nm@1,750-2,800rpm Yes! I know, Mahindra XUV 500 is in the market for a while and might seem outdated compared to its rivals. Nevertheless, XUV500 gets a decent kit considering the price point and fairly good power and drivetrain. Talking about the features on the inside, it gets an infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Moving to the rear, the SUV gets a 3rd row making a total of 8 seats in the cabin. Under the hood, the car gets a familiar BS6 compliant 2.2-litre mHawk155 diesel engine. The motor produces 155ps of peak power and 360Nm of peak torque. It is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission and no option of an automatic.
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Toyota Innova Crysta (₹15.67 lacs – ₹24.68 lacs)*
Toyota Innova Crysta Engine Specifications
Engine 2.7-litre 4-Cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine 2.4-litre turbo diesel engine Transmission 5-speed manual 5-speed manual / 6-speed automatic Power 164hp@5,200rpm 148hp@3,400rpm Torque 245Nm@4,000rpm 343Nm@1,400rpm The list is incomplete without a mention of the kind of MPVs, Toyota Innova Crysta. Topping the sales charts, Innova needs no introduction. The Innova comes with most of the features but misses out on some. But it does one thing better than anyone else, that is hauling people. It does it with at most comfort with plush interior.
Talking about the engine it comes with two engine options a 2.7-litre 4-Cylinder naturally aspirated engine and a 2.4-litre diesel engine. Talking about petrol, it churns out 164 hp and 245 Nm of peak torque, and the diesel engine put out 148hp and 343 Nm of peak torque. Both of them come with a 5-speed manual transmission and diesel also gets a 6-speed automatic.
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Kia Carnival (₹24.95 lacs – ₹33.95 lacs)*
Kia Carnival Engine Specifications
Engine 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine Transmission 8-Speed Automatic Power 200ps@3,800 rpm Torque 440 Nm@1,750-2,750rpm The new entry from the Koreans is the Kia Carnival. The Carnival, being a new contender has a lot to prove in the Indian MPV segment. Talking about the interior, along with the latest tech like connected car tech, this car gets top-notch cabin with the premium cabin. Kia Carnival offers various seating arrangements, a 7-seater, an 8-seater, and a 9-seater.
Keeping that aside, the MPV also gets a powerful 2.2-litre turbo diesel engine. The 2.2-litre motor produces 200ps of max power and a whopping 440 Nm of peak torque. The motor powers the front wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission.
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Ford Endeavor (₹30.00 lacs – ₹34.46 lacs)
Ford Endeavour Engine Specifications
Engine 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine Transmission 10-Speed Automatic Power 170ps@3,500rpm Torque 420Nm@2,000-2,500rpm The big and brawny SUV on the list is the Ford Endeavour. The Endeavour is also the only vehicle here that gets a 4X4 for that off-roading with your family. But with that said, this is one of the SUVs that get a plush ride quality along with all the latest gizmos including an infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Under the bonnet, Ford Endeavour gets a new 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine that puts out 170ps of power and 420 Nm of peak torque. The engine is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. The Ford is capable of carrying 7 people in the cabin.
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So, here were the cars to choose when carrying your big beloved family along on a long trip.
