Best Cars for Long Distance Travel in India : Road trip anyone, or do you often travel across towns? Either way, the car you pick should qualify for more than just being a pretty face. A good car for long-distance traveling should provide comfort, power, safety, good fuel economy, and ample luggage boot space. Simply put, it should make the journey smooth for either family or friends. These cars will be utterly great in India in 2025 for highway cruising or long drives. Get yourself acquainted with the best.

Hyundai Creta 

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Just unveiled for long rides, the Hyundai Creta retains its position as a leading contender in this category. With powerful engines (1.5L turbo petrol and diesel), a very spacious cabin, and a broad applicability in rides, it is extremely comfortable for highway driving. Everything from ADAS to panaromic sunroof, ventilated seats, and an infotainment system to please everyone guarantees the best experience on board. Diesel fuel efficiency is favored, especially on long stretches.

Mahindra XUV700

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The feature-packed and powerful XUV700 is a go-anywhere vehicle, able to handle both the city and the highway. Great engine performance, ADAS safety features, panoramic sunroof, and plush interiors add to its charm. Highway cruising and hilly terrain involvement will come from available petrol and diesel options, as well as an AWD option.

Toyota Innova Hycross

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It has great competition in long-distance travel, offering hybrid economy and comfort in a cavernous MPV shell. The impressive cabin comfort in all three rows of seats and relatively smooth ride quality is complemented by good amounts of cargo space. The hybrid variant minimizes fuel expenditure on long hauls, making it a popular family choice for holiday making and business trips.

Maruti Grand Vitara (Hybrid)

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For those looking for a fuel-efficient SUV, the Grand Vitara reasonably fits this profile due to its strong hybrid setup. It comes with all the advantages of an SUV but with car-matching fuel economy. All in all, it drives well, has well-thought-out interiors, and is perfect for long distances for those looking at the economical use of fuel.

Tata Safari 

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A bold road presence defines the new Tata Safari, with the diesel engine giving plenty of torque and space. It also has long-haul touring essentials like ventilated seats, a panoramic sunroof, and good suspension to tackle the rough spots.