Top 10 Best 5 Seater Family Cars in India in 2024
4. Maruti Grand Vitara
The Maruti Grand Vitara is a mid-size SUV that Maruti Suzuki and Toyota jointly developed.
It features a modern design with a panoramic sunroof, head-up display, and ventilated front seats.
The vehicle is available in mild and strong hybrid variants, promising excellent fuel efficiency. However, the solid hybrid variant comes with a hefty premium.
Maruti Grand Vitara Price:
| Variants | Ex-Showroom price |
|---|---|
| Grand Vitara Sigma Smart Hybrid 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 10.76 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Delta Smart Hybrid 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 12.16 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Delta CNG 1462 cc, CNG, Manual, 26.6 km/kg, 87 bhp | Rs. 13.11 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Delta Smart Hybrid AT 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Automatic (TC), 20.58 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 13.60 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta Smart Hybrid 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 13.97 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta CNG 1462 cc, CNG, Manual, 26.6 km/kg, 87 bhp | Rs. 14.92 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta Smart Hybrid AT 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Automatic (TC), 20.58 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 15.41 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 15.47 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid Dual Tone 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 21.11 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 15.63 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid AT 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Automatic (TC), 20.58 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 16.91 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid AllGrip 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 19.38 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 16.97 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid AT Dual Tone 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Automatic (TC), 20.58 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 17.07 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Smart Hybrid AllGrip Dual Tone 1462 cc, Mild Hybrid(Electric + Petrol), Manual, 19.38 kmpl, 102 bhp | Rs. 17.13 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta Plus Intelligent Hybrid eCVT 1490 cc, Hybrid (Electric + Petrol), Automatic (e-CVT), 27.97 kmpl, 91 bhp | Rs. 18.31 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Zeta Plus Intelligent Hybrid eCVT Dual Tone 1490 cc, Hybrid (Electric + Petrol), Automatic (e-CVT), 27.97 kmpl, 91 bhp | Rs. 18.47 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Plus Intelligent Hybrid eCVT 1490 cc, Hybrid (Electric + Petrol), Automatic (e-CVT), 27.97 kmpl, 91 bhp | Rs. 19.87 Lakh |
| Grand Vitara Alpha Plus Intelligent Hybrid eCVT Dual Tone 1490 cc, Hybrid (Electric + Petrol), Automatic (e-CVT), 27.97 kmpl, 91 bhp | Rs. 19.97 Lakh |
Maruti Grand Vitara Specifications:
| Mileage | 20.58 to 27.97 kmpl |
| Engine | 1462 cc & 1490 cc |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid & CNG |
| Transmission | Manual & Automatic |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater |
Maruti Grand Vitara Key Features
- Petrol, Hybrid and CNG powertrains
- AWD
- EV mode (Strong hybrid only)
- Ambient lighting
- Panoramic sunroof
- Ventilated front seats
- Head-up display
- Wireless charging pad
- Connected car technology including remote function
- A and C-type fast charging ports for rear passengers
- Rear seat recline
- Vanity mirror with illumination for both front occupants
- 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system
- 6-airbags
- 360-degree parking assist camera
- TPMS
- Hill-hold assist
- 3-point seatbelts for all rear occupants
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- ISOFIX child-seat anchorage points
- 8-year warranty on battery
Maruti Grand Vitara Pros and Cons
Pros
Cons
- Cushy ride quality owing to the bump absorption qualities.
- Incorporates a modern design, and has a strong road presence.
- The overall refined motor simply has no vibrations under 4,000rpm.
- Practical and roomy, easy to ingress and good overall outward visibility.
- Broad dealer/service/spares network. Marutis command a good resale value.
- The finish in some places is not up to the mark.
- Lacks midrange punch especially when fully loaded.
- Seating three occupants at the rear can be restrictive.
5. Maruti Swift
The Maruti Swift is a 5-seater hatchback available in 11 variants with an engine of 1197 cc and a choice of 2 transmissions – manual and automatic.
The price of the car ranges from Rs. 5.99 – 9.03 Lakh. The Swift has an NCAP rating of 2 stars and comes with 2 airbags.
It is available in 10 colours. Users have reported a mileage of 22.38 to 30.9 kmpl for the Swift.
Maruti Swift Price:
| Variants | Ex-Showroom price |
|---|---|
| Swift LXi 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 22.38 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 5.99 Lakh |
| Swift VXi 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 22.38 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 7.00 Lakh |
| Swift VXi AMT 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 22.56 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 7.50 Lakh |
| Swift ZXi 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 22.38 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 7.68 Lakh |
| Swift VXi CNG 1197 cc, CNG, Manual, 30.9 km/kg, 76 bhp | Rs. 7.90 Lakh |
| Swift ZXi AMT 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 22.56 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 8.18 Lakh |
| Swift ZXi Plus 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 22.38 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 8.39 Lakh |
| Swift ZXi Plus Dual Tone 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 22.38 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 8.53 Lakh |
| Swift ZXi CNG 1197 cc, CNG, Manual, 30.9 km/kg, 76 bhp | Rs. 8.58 Lakh |
| Swift ZXi Plus AMT 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 22.56 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 8.89 Lakh |
| Swift ZXi Plus AMT Dual Tone 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 22.56 kmpl, 89 bhp | Rs. 9.03 Lakh |
Maruti Swift Specifications:
| Mileage | 22.38 to 30.9 kmpl |
| Service Cost per Year | Rs. 4424 |
| Engine | 1197 cc |
| Safety | 2 Star (Global NCAP) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol & CNG |
| Transmission | Manual & Automatic |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater |
Maruti Swift Key Features
- Cruise control
- Full colour MID
- Steering mounted audio controls
- 7.0-inch infotainment systrem
- 15-inch diamond cut alloy wheels
- Climate control
- Driver seat height adjustement
- Height adjustement for steering
- Button start
- Keyless entry
- Power windows
- Auto folding ORVMs
- 60:40 split folding rear seat
- LED headlamps
- LED DRLs
- Leather wrapped steering
Maruti Swift Pros and Cons
Pros
Cons
- Appropriate size, light controls and dynamic nature make it fun to drive.
- A powerful motor that also happens to be refined and fuel-efficient
- Users will find it reasonably spacious even by hatchback standards.
- Still looks like one of the more sportier hatchbacks on Indian roads.
- Excellent aftersales experience and availability of spares.
- The slow-speed ride quality in the Maruti Swift is firm.
- Needs a revamp when it comes to offering modern features.
- Lower sections of the cabin feel put together with low-quality plastic.
