Sunroofs are now becoming commonplace in the Indian automotive market. The most affordable car with a sunroof in India right now is the newly launched Tata Altroz XM(S), priced at Rs 7.35 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). However, many customers are now opting for cars with the larger, panoramic sunroof as it lets in more light and adds a premium feel to the cabin. Here’s a list of the 10 most affordable SUVs with panoramic sunroof on at least one trim. Interestingly, the most affordable vehicles with panoramic sunroof in India are only SUVs.
1) Hyundai Creta
Price: Rs 13.96 lakh - 19.20 lakh
The most affordable SUV on this list, the Hyundai Creta gets it from the mid-spec S+ Knight edition trim onwards. It comes with a 115hp, 144Nm, 1.5-litre, petrol engine or a 116hp, 250Nm, 1.5-litre, diesel engine. While both get a 6-speed manual gearbox, the petrol is mated to a CVT and the diesel is paired with a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The panoramic sunroof is sure to draw a lot of customers to the Creta. Its looks may not work for everyone but its class-leading features like the panoramic sunroof and cooled seats make it a good value proposition.
2) MG Astor
Price: Rs 14.21 lakh - 18.69 lakh
Like most SUVs on this list, MG offers the panoramic sunroof on the Astor from the mid-spec Smart trim onwards. The Astor gets a 110hp, 144Nm 1.5-litre, petrol engine mated to a 5-speed manual or a CVT. The other powertrain on offer is a 140hp, 220Nm, 1.3-litre, turbo-petrol engine mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. Along with the red interior, the panoramic sunroof accentuates the cabin’s premium quotient. The Astor exudes a premium car vibe thanks to its well-appointed cabin, high-quality materials and European car-like solid build.
3) Kia Seltos
Price: Rs 15.00 lakh - 20.00 lakh
The latest SUV on this list is the recently facelift Kia Seltos. While it gets the panoramic sunroof from the HTK+ trim, it is only available with the turbo-petrol engine. From HTX onwards, the Seltos facelift gets the panoramic sunroof as standard across all variants. It comes with a 115hp, 144Nm, 1.5-litre, petrol engine, a 116hp, 250Nm, 1.5-litre diesel engine and a 160hp, 253Nm, 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine. All these engines are paired to either a 6-speed manual, a 6-speed iMT, a CVT, a 6-speed automatic or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.
4) Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Price: Rs 15.41 lakh - 19.83 lakh
Maruti Suzuki’s foray into the midsize SUV segment with the Grand Vitara also marks the first time the manufacturer has used a panoramic sunroof. It is available on the Alpha+ petrol trim and on both trims of the strong-hybrid powertarain. The massive sunroof floods the cabin with light and what’s neat is that both glass panels slide back. The Grand Vitara gets a 103hp, 137Nm, 1.5-litre petrol engine mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. It also gets a 116hp, 1.5-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain coupled with an e-CVT. The strong-hybrid Grand Vitara gets plenty of new-age tech, fantastic real-world fuel efficiency and some real green credentials.
5) Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
Price: Rs 16.04 lakh - 19.99 lakh
Much like the Grand Vitara, the Toyota Hyryder also gets the panoramic sunroof on top-spec V trim with the petrol engine along with the G and V trims with the strong-hybrid powertrain. The Hyryder’s black and brown interior looks appealing and the panoramic sunroof takes its premium quotient up a noth. Like the Maruti, it also gets a 103hp, 137Nm, 1.5-litre petrol engine with a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox as well as the 116hp, 1.5-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain with an e-CVT. Besides looking thoroughly modern and exuding a rugged appeal, the Hyryder gets the basics right with a well-judged ride and handling balance
6) Hyundai Alcazar
Price: Rs 16.78 lakh - 21.13 lakh
The Alcazar is the only SUV in this list to offer a panoramic sunroof as standard across the range. The Alcazar recently got Hyundai’s new 160hp, 253Nm, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine that replaced the older 2.0-litre petrol engine. This new engine, which does duty in many Hyundai and Kia models is paired to a 6-speed manual or a dual-clutch automatic gearbox. Hyundai also offers a 116hp, 250Nm, 1.5-litre diesel engine with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. When compared to the other three-row SUVs in the segment, the Alcazar is more user-friendly and easier to drive owing to its smaller dimensions, and it offers good value for money since it’s feature-rich.
7) MG Hector
Price: Rs 17.16 lakh - 22.97 lakh
Much like the other MG here, the Hector and Hector Plus get a panoramic sunroof from the mid-spec Smart trim. The large panoramic sunroof helps in elevating the cabin’s airy feel. Both SUVs get a choice of either a 143hp, 250Nm, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine or a 170hp, 350Nm, 2.0-litre diesel engine. While both get a 6-speed manual gearbox, the petrol also gets a CVT. It is a spacious and comfortable SUV, and feels more premium now with more gizmos.
8) Mahindra XUV700
Price: Rs 17.82 lakh - 26.18 lakh
The XUV700 has an SUV with many firsts for Mahindra. It was first product to bear the brand’s new ‘Twin Peaks’ logo, the first to get ADAS as well as the first to feature a panoramic sunroof. Speaking of which, the XUV700 gets it on the AX5 and AX7 trims, and its thick frame eats a bit into the headroom for the passengers in the second row. The XUV700 is powered by a 200hp, 380Nm, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 185hp, 420Nm (450Nm with the automatic), 2.0-litre diesel engine. Both are mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. While there are some niggles like cheap bits in the interior, the XUV700 is easy to drive and live with.
9) Tata Harrier
Price: Rs 17.90 lakh - 24.27 lakh
The Harrier is the first Tata Motors’ product to feature a panoramic sunroof, which does well to lift the cabin’s premium quotient by a few notches. It gets the large sunroof from the XMS trim onwards, and is powered a 2.0-litre diesel engine capable of 170hp and 350Nm of torque mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The Harrier is a strong package, has great space and comfort, a plush interior, a good ride and striking looks.
10) Tata Safari
Price: Rs 18.66 lakh - 25.22 lakh
Much like the Harrier, the Safari also gets the panoramic sunroof from the XMS trim onwards. The Safari also is powered by a 170hp, 350Nm, 2.0-litre diesel engine paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The new Safari is attractive, plush and well equipped, and with a genuinely useable third row is it makes a compelling case for itself.
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