Fuel efficiency has always been integral part of the car-buying experience in India. Now, Maruti’s affordable cars have emerged as champions in this realm. However, not everyone is in pursuit of them. Some individuals desire fully-loaded cars with impressive mileage, and this is where hybrid cars come into play. Over the past few years, various hybrid models have been launched, from the Innova HyCross to the City. So, are people buying them, and what are the sales figures like? let’s go deep into the sales of hybrid cars in todays article
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Toyota Innova Hycross
Toyota’s decision to release the hybrid Innova in India was an important step. The number of sales state that the risk is paying off. The Innova HyCross became the hybrid vehicle with the most sales in the second quarter of 2023. In this market, it commands a 49% market share. This is deserving by considering that it is also the most expensive hybrid car. Toyota could have sold even more vehicles if production limitations hadn’t prevented them from doing so and prevented the suspension of reservations for the more expensive Innova models. The HyCross features a reported fuel efficiency of 23.24 km/l. The Innova HyCross has an on-road price in Mumbai that starts at 30.65 lakh rupees and goes as high as 36.56 lakh rupees.
Hybrid car sales – Maruti Grand Vitara
Next on the list is the Maruti Grand Vitara Hybrid. In the second quarter of 2023, Maruti managed to sell 3,763 units of the Grand Vitara Hybrid. When compared to the total sales, the Grand Vitara Hybrid accounts for only 10% of the total Grand Vitara sales. The Grand Vitara Hybrid is equipped with a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine and is capable of producing 91bhp and 122Nm of torque. It claims a mileage of 27.97 km per liter. The price of the Grand Vitara Hybrid starts from 21.35 lakh rupees and goes up to 23.27 lakh rupees (on-road, Mumbai).
Toyota HyRyder
Similar to the Grand Vitara, the HyRyder is also achieving good sales numbers. Toyota is expert in this segment has led people to prefer the HyRyder Hybrid. Toyota has also done a commendable job in differentiating the HyRyder’s design from the Grand Vitara. It shares specifications with the Grand Vitara and even claims similar mileage figures. In the second quarter of 2023, Toyota sold 2,251 units of the HyRyder Hybrid. The price of the HyRyder Hybrid starts from 19.58 lakh rupees and goes up to 23.70 lakh rupees (on-road, Mumbai).
Honda City sales Hybrid car
The Honda City was the first strong hybrid car in the country. Unfortunately, Honda has faced a decline in overall City sales, which has inevitably affected hybrid sales as well. In the second quarter of 2023, Honda managed to sell only 569 units of the City Hybrid. The City Hybrid runs on a smooth 1.5-liter engine that doesn’t rely on forced air, giving it a punchy 96bhp of power and a strong 127Nm of torque. It claims a mileage of 27.13 km per liter. The price of the City Hybrid starts from 22.18 lakh rupees and goes up to 24.11 lakh rupees (on-road, Mumbai).”
Conclusion
In the end, it’s quite clear that people’s tastes in the Indian car market have changed dramatically,this is pretty clear when you see how much more people are excited about getting fuel-efficient cars. The market is changing to accept eco-conscious solutions thanks to Maruti’s affordable options and Toyota’s skill in hybrid technology. Although excellent features and a range of pricing ranges can be found on the Innova HyCross, Grand Vitara Hybrid, HyRyder, and City Hybrid, it is obvious that consumers value both affordable gas mileage and environmentally friendly options.As the world of automobiles keeps evolving and expanding, these fuel-efficient cars shine as proof of how Indian car buying habits are changing.
