Best Sedan Models

The Maruti Dzire, as the name suggests, is the most desirable compact-sedan in India. The Dzire is based on India’s most-loved hatchback – the Maruti Swift. Though the first-gen Dzire was a full-size sedan, the next two generations came as a sub-four-metre compact-sedan. The car can carry five passengers and has got enough boot capacity. The compact dimensions also help in tight parking spots. The Maruti Dzire is an ideal car for those who are looking for a hatchback, but can settle for a smaller sedan.

The new Honda Amaze looks identical to its elder sibling, the Honda City. Unveiled at Auto Expo 2018, the latest iteration of the Honda Amaze carries major design overhauls both outside and inside. The car carries a look which doesn’t suit everyone’s tastes but offers lots of space on the inside.. The new Amaze also offers a CVT gearbox option and a touchscreen infotainment system for the first time. In fact, it is the only diesel CVT on the market today.

Hyundai Aura is based on the brand’s Grand i10 NIOS hatchback. The Hyundai Aura, similar to its hatchback sibling offers a stylish design following the brand’s latest design language combined with strong performing engine options. The compact-sedan also manages to offer a good amount of space, which can easily fit five passengers, while also being feature packed in typical Hyundai fashion.

The Hyundai Verna brings out the best of the Korean brand’s ‘Fluidic’ design philosophy. The C-segment sedan looks great from every angle, especially from the rear quarter. The Hyundai Verna, mostly preferred by young families, has also bagged the prestigious ‘Indian Car Of The Year 2018’ award. The Hyundai sedan comes feature-loaded and is available with two petrol engines and one diesel engine as options.

The Honda City, since the first model came to India in 1998, has been the go-to premium sedan for the middle class. The iconic sedan from the Japanese brand has gone through five generations and eight facelifts. With twenty years of market presence, the Honda City still remains as one of the most-demanded sedans in the country. The addition of premium features and good comfort levels in newer models is perhaps what Honda does best with the City.

The Maruti Ciaz came as a replacement to the SX4. Sold exclusively through Maruti Suzuki’s Nexa dealerships, the Ciaz is the only full-size sedan currently sold by the brand. The Ciaz is also offered in a mild diesel hybrid with torque assist function. The system helps the diesel give good mileage along with ample performance; not to mention the value for money. The Ciaz is a good option for those who want more, but like to stay loyal to Maruti.

The Skoda Rapid is the best-selling product from Czech brand in India. In the not-so-distant past, Skoda India sales were plummeting down. Closing to a heavy loss, the company soon brought some updates into their lineup; one of which is the Skoda Rapid. The Rapid is based on the Volkswagen Vento and shares similar body panels. Being identical to the Volkswagen Vento, the Skoda Rapid showcases best-in-class German engineering and craftsmanship in an affordable price bracket.

The Honda Civic has been an extremely popular premium sedan offering in the Indian market, especially among driving enthusiasts. The Civic offers an extremely sporty design with sharp lines and creases. This is further combined with powerful petrol and diesel engine options, which make the Civic an extremely enthusiastic drive as well. Apart from the strong performing engines, the new-gen Civic now also offers a host of creature comforts inside as well.

The Skoda Octavia offers a lot, both in performance as well as in equipment. The proven 2.0-litre diesel engine in the Octavia is shared with a lot of brands under the Volkswagen group, including Audi. With Volkswagen’s reputed 7-speed DSG dual-clutch transmission, the Octavia can offer both a sport and a smooth driving experience. There is also a performance-focussed petrol version of the mid-range Skoda – the Octavia RS.

The BMW 3 Series is one of the brand's best-selling models in the Indian market. The car for a long time has been the entry-level sedan for BMW, until the arrival of the 2 Series in 2020. The BMW 3 Series has undergone a number of changes over the years, with the latest being one of the more significant updates in a while.