You must have noticed that nowadays car buyers are not only looking at petrol and diesel vehicles. Hybrid cars are also slowly gaining a strong foothold in the market. While fully electric vehicles (EVs) are still not everyone’s first choice due to problems related to charging infrastructure and range, strong hybrid cars offer customers better mileage, easy drive and EV-like feel.
However, in many states, getting road tax exemption on them at par with EVs also makes them more affordable. If your budget is up to Rs 50 lakh, here are the most affordable and best hybrid cars in India.
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Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
Toyota’s Hyryder SUV is considered to be the strongest entry in the hybrid segment in the Indian market. Its price ranges from Rs 16.81 lakh to Rs 20.19 lakh. The company claims that it gives a mileage of up to 27.97 kmpl, and in real driving too, it easily achieves 20.8 kmpl in the city and 22.85 kmpl on the highway.
Its special feature is that when the battery is charged, it can run completely in EV mode. Its suspension, ride quality and the trust of the Toyota brand make it a very attractive option for customers.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Maruti’s Grand Vitara is the sibling of Toyota Hyryder and comes with almost similar specifications. Its price ranges from Rs 16.99 lakh to Rs 20.68 lakh. Its mileage goes up to 27.97 kmpl and in real world too it easily gives an average of above 20 kmpl in both city and highway.
While the boot space is a bit limited in the hybrid version, the rest of the comfort, technology and mileage make it a perfect package for middle-class buyers. Also, Maruti’s wide service network and low maintenance cost make it even more attractive.
Honda City Hybrid
You must know that Honda City has always been synonymous with luxury and comfort in the Indian market. Its hybrid model is available for Rs 20.89 lakh and gives mileage of up to 23.13 kmpl. Its specialty is smooth driving experience, which gives around 19.8 kmpl in the city and around 22.5 kmpl on the highway.
Although there is no manual control of EV and hybrid mode, the system changes the mode automatically. In terms of performance, it feels a little faster than Hyryder and Grand Vitara. Due to its spacious cabin and comfortable seating, this car is an excellent choice for sedan lovers.
Maruti Suzuki Invicto
If you are looking for a spacious and family-friendly hybrid MPV, then Maruti Invicto will be right for you. Its price is between Rs 25.51 lakh to Rs 29.22 lakh. Toyota’s hybrid technology has been used in it, due to which it can also run on EV mode in light driving.
At the same time, it gives mileage of up to 13.1 kmpl in the city and 16.1 kmpl on the highway. However, the real magic of Invicto is hidden in its comfortable cabin, smooth ride quality and practicality.
Toyota Innova Hycross
Although Toyota’s Innova Hycross comes with hybrid technology like the Invicto, some premium features have also been added to it. Its price ranges from Rs 26.31 lakh to Rs 31.34 lakh. Its mileage is almost the same as the Invicto i.e. around 13 kmpl in the city and 16 kmpl on the highway.
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Features like ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems), ottoman seats and premium interior make it a luxury MPV. Although the ride may feel a little stiff due to the large alloy wheels, there is no lack of space and comfort.