Best MPV Models

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is one of the best MPVs for a family in the market. The 7-seater MPV from the Japanese manufacturer offers hatchback-like fuel economy and sedan-like driving comfort. 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. Features-wise, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga comes decently equipped with features such as air-cooled cup holders, AC vents on all three rows, an 8-touchscreen infotainment unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Automatic Climate Control, and many more. The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga also comes with useful safety features such as dual airbags, ABS with EBD, Hill Hold Control, and Electronic Stability Program (ESP). Prices for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga start from Rs 7.96 lakh (ex-showroom, India).

The Renault Triber is a great family MPV if you are on a tight budget. Though the MPV can seat seven people and it comes with a 4-star safety rating for adult protection. Powering the Renault Triber is a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine with 71.01 bhp and 96 Nm of torque. This peppy engine can either be mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT). Despite the compact dimension and low price tag, the Renault Triber comes decently equipped with features such as an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, steering mounted audio and phone controls, projector headlamps, height-adjustable driver seat, cooled centre console, and many more. Prices for the Renault Triber starts from Rs 5.50 lakh (ex-showroom, India).

Toyota Innova Crysta is one of those vehicles that cannot be judged by the brochure. The Toyota Innova is an MPV that does everything well and has gained a reputation for not breaking down at all. Speaking about features, the Innova Crysta just about offers everything you need from an MPV such as an 8-touchscreen infotainment unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, leather seats, one-touch tumble seats on the second row and many more. Safety features on the Toyota Innova Crysta include 7 airbags, ABS, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Hill Start Assist and many more. Powering the Toyota Innova Crysta is a choice of two engine options. The popular 2.4-litre diesel unit produces 147.51 bhp, whereas the 2.0-litre petrol engine produces 163.60 bhp. Prices for the Toyota Innova Crysta start from Rs 16.77 lakh (ex-showroom, India).

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. Prices for the Mahindra Marzzo start from Rs 12.42 lakh (ex-showroom, India).

The Maruti Suzuki XL6 is essentially a redesigned Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. The 6-seater MPV offers everything that’s offered by the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and adds slightly more rugged and premium visual appeal to the package. The Maruti Suzuki XL6 comes equipped with features such as Auto AC, AC vents on all three rows, an 8-touchscreen infotainment unit with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, roof rails, one-touch recline, captain seats for middle-row passengers, and many more. The Maruti Suzuki XL6 is powered by a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine with 103. 25 bhp and 138 Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 4-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. Prices for the Maruti Suzuki XL6 start from Rs 9.98 lakh (ex-showroom, India) for the base ‘Zeta’ variant.

Maruti Suzuki Eeco is a flexible 7-seater MPV that will make a great choice if you also happen to own a small business. The Maruti Suzuki Eeco will not only provide space for 7 people but also act as a decent transport vehicle. Powering the Maruti Suzuki Eeco is a tried-and-tested 1.2-litre petrol engine with 72.41bhp and 98Nm of torque. The petrol engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission as standard. Prices for the Maruti Suzuki Eeco start from Rs 4.30 lakh (ex-showroom, India). The Maruti Suzuki Eeco is also available with a CNG compatible powertrain.

The Datsun Go+ is the most affordable 7-seater in the country. For the price, there is nothing to complain about. Despite the seven-seater configuration, the Datsun Go+ comes under the sub-4m category. Datsun Go+ also comes with some decent safety features such as ABS with EBD, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), dual airbags, Brake Assist (BA), and Traction Control System (TCS). Powering the Datsun Go+ is a 1.2-litre petrol engine with 67.06 bhp and 104Nm of torque. This engine comes mated to either a 5-speed annual transmission or a CVT transmission. Prices for the Datsun Go+ start from Rs 4.25 lakh (ex-showroom, India) for the base variant and goes up to Rs 6.79 lakh (ex-showroom, India) for the top-end Datsun Go+ T CVT variant.

Kia Carnival is a decent MPV that offers a long list of features and only MPV on this list to offer 6 captain seats. Apart from that, the Kia Carnival is also available in a wide variety of seating configurations. According to Kia’s official website, the Kia Carnival is available in 7-seater VIP seating, 8-Seater, and 9-seater configurations. Being such a large MPV, the Kia Carnival comes with features such as a dual sunroof, 3-zone climate control, air purifier, touchscreen infotainment system, connected car techs, and many more. Powering the Kia Carnival is a 2.2-litre 198 bhp diesel engine with 440 Nm of torque. This engine comes mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission as standard. Prices for the Kia Carnival starts from Rs 24.99 lakh (ex-showroom, India).

Toyota Vellfire would be the best example for the English idiom “Don’t judge a book by its cover”. Despite the van-like silhouette, the Toyota Vellfire interiors rival the likes of private jets. The Toyota Vellfire will suit anyone looking for a business-class experience on wheels. Toyota Vellfire is equipped with features such as Nappa leather upholstery, powered captain seats in 2nd row, 16-colour ambient lighting, 3-zone climate control, electronic parking brake, dual sunroofs and many more. The Toyota Vellfire is powered by a 115 bhp 2.5-litre petrol engine and two electric motors. Toyota Vellfire is priced at Rs 89.90 lakh (ex-showroom, India).

If you are an elite looking for a luxurious MPV, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class will fit your requirements perfectly. The 7-seater MPV from Mercedes-Benz offers a luxurious interior and punchy engines. Speaking of powertrain, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class is powered by a 2.0-litre diesel engine with 160.92 bhp and 380Nmof torque. As standard, this engine comes mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Like any Mercedes, the V-Class also offers a long list of features and safety such as a panoramic sunroof, luxury seats for the middle row, ambient lighting, a 15-speaker Burmester surround sound system, surround-view camera, airbags, hill-start assist, TPMS and many more. Prices for the Mercedes-Benz V-Class starts from Rs 71.10 lakh (ex-showroom, India).