Best 1600cc Car Models

The MG Astor is currently the best car under 1600cc in India. Moreover, it is the only vehicle on this list with level-2 autonomous driving tech. Speaking about the 5-seater SUV, the MG Astor is the petrol-only version of the all-electric MG ZS EV SUV. The MG Astor is powered by two engine options, both of which come under 1600cc. The first engine option is a 1.5-litre petrol unit with 108.5 bhp. This engine can be specified with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a more sophisticated 8-speed CVT gearbox. The second option is a more potent turbocharged 1.3-litre petrol engine with 138bhp. This engine will be solely mated to a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. Our choice is the 1.5-litre engine with the CVT gearbox as it offers a hassle-free and relaxed driving experience which suits the character of the SUV.

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is one of the best MPVs in the market with excellent fuel efficiency figures. Moreover, the 7-seater MPV from the Japanese manufacturer offers sedan-like driving comfort and pocket-friendly maintenance cost. Powering the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine. This engine produces 103. 25 bhp and 138 Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 4-speed torque converter automatic gearbox.

Honda being masters of packaging, their latest generation of Honda City offers spacious interiors and a long list of features. The 1.5-litre petrol engine in the Honda City produces 119.35 bhp and 145 Nm of torque, whereas the 1.5-litre diesel engine puts out 97.89 bhp and 200 Nm of torque. The Petrol unit comes with two gearbox options, a 6-speed manual transmission and a CVT gearbox, whereas the diesel unit comes mated to a 6-speed manual transmission as standard. Apart from that, the Honda City offers one of the best rear seat experiences in its segment with its well-sculpted rear seat.

The Hyundai Creta is one of the best-selling mid-size SUVs in the Indian market and a favourite among Indian consumers. The five-seater mid-size SUV from the Korean automobile giant delivers everything you want from your car such as good fuel efficiency figure, affordable service cost, and spacious interior with a long feature list. The Hyundai Creta comes with three different engine options. The 1.5-litre diesel unit produces 113.45 bhp, whereas the 1.5-litre petrol unit pushes out 113.18 bhp. However, the most potent engine in this lot is the 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol engine and this engine produces 138.12 bhp. All engines can be specified with either an automatic or manual transmission, however, the 1.4-litre engine only comes with a 7-speed DCT gearbox.

If you are chauffeur driven, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz offers one of the best rear seat experiences in its segment. Apart from that, the powertrain with hybrid technology ensures top-notch fuel-economy figures. The Maruti Suzuki Ciaz is powered by a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine with 103.25 bhp and 138 Nm of torque. Gearbox options include a simple 5-speed manual transmission and a 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission. Also, with a wheelbase of 2,650mm, the Maruti Suzuki Ciaz offers top-notch rear legroom.

Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is a five-seater compact SUV. The Vitara Brezza has been the default choice for many compact SUV buyers. Gone is the old 1.3-litre oil burner, now the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is powered by an all-new 1.5-litre petrol engine with Smart-Hybrid tech for better fuel efficiency. This engine produces 103.25 bhp and 138 Nm of torque and can be specified with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automatic transmission. Apart from that, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza also offers a decent feature list and affordable service costs.

The Volkswagen Taigun is the SUV everyone has been waiting for in the mid-size SUV segment. The Volkswagen Taigun offers solid German build quality and punchy powertrains. The five-seater German SUV also comes decently equipped with features such as an electrically operated sunroof, LED headlamps, 10-inch infotainment screen, digital driver’s display, wireless mobile charging, paddle shifter and many more. Powering the German mid-size SUV are two petrol engine options. The 1.0-litre TSI unit produces 113.98 bhp and 178 Nm of torque, whereas the more potent 1.5-litre TSI engine produces 147.51 bhp and 250Nm of torque. Both the engines can be specified with either a 6-speed manual transmission or an automatic transmission. However, the automatic transmission in the more powerful 1.5-litre variant is a 7-speed DSG unit.

Mahindra Marazzo is a great buy if you are looking for a safe and spacious 7-seater MPV for family purposes. Like any modern vehicle, the Mahindra Marazzo comes packed with features such as a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, fog lamps with cornering lamps, longitudinally-mounted roof AC with diffuse mode, eco drive mode, steering mounted controls, and many more. Mahindra Marazzo also comes with a long list of safety features such as Dual airbags, disc brakes on all four wheels, ISOFIX child seat mounts, rear camera, side-impact beams and many more. Powering the Mahindra Marazzo is a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder diesel engine with 120.96 bhp and 300 Nm of torque.

Unlike the chauffeur-friendly Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, Hyundai Motor India has taken a different route with the Hyundai Verna. The Hyundai Verna will fit your bill perfectly if you are looking for a feature-rich and driver-friendly package. The Hyundai Verna is powered by three engine options, a 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated petrol engine with 113 bhp, a 1.5-litre diesel unit with 113.18 bhp and a punchy 118.41 bhp 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine. Both the 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engine can be specified with either an automatic or manual transmission, whereas the 1.0-litre turbocharged unit can be specified only with a 7-speed DCT gearbox. Our pick of the bunch is the 1.5-litre diesel unit with the 6-speed manual transmission.

Like the Volkswagen Taigun, the Skoda Kushaq also delivers solid build quality and punchy powertrains. This is because both the SUVs are almost identical under the skin. Again, like the Volkswagen Taigun, the Soda Kushaq also comes equipped with features such as an electrically operated sunroof, LED headlamps, 10-inch infotainment screen, wireless mobile charging, paddle shifter and many more. The Skoda Kushaq comes with two petrol engine options. The 1.0-litre TSI unit produces 113.98 bhp and 178 Nm of torque, whereas the more potent 1.5-litre TSI engine produces 147.51 bhp and 250Nm of torque and both the engines can be specified with automatic or manual transmissions.