The Skoda Kylaq is one of the most popular compact SUVs on the market; it’s quick and city-friendly, packed with features, and fun to drive. The Kylaq starts at Rs. 8.99 lakh and goes up to Rs. 15.50 lakh (on-road in Mumbai). That’s the standard price range for cars in this segment, but wouldn’t you rather your money bought more? So, here are two full-size SUVs you can buy for a small premium over a top-spec Kylaq. Used SUVs In India: 2016 Ford Endeavour
The Ford Endeavour is a brute of an SUV; if you drove one, people thought you were someone powerful, someone who doesn’t wait for anyone.
This first-owner has completed 1.95 lakh kilometres, was manufactured in October 2016, and is painted Diamond White. Recently listed, this Endeavour is available for Rs. 14.95 lakh. However, the dealer has listed the insurance as “not available”.
This variant comes with a powerful 2.2-litre diesel engine, mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, delivering 158 bhp and 385 Nm of torque to the rear wheels. This powertrain delivers an ARAI-claimed mileage of 12.62 km/l, which is not bad for an SUV of this size.
The Endeavour comes with an 8-inch infotainment touchscreen and a 10-speaker sound system with Bluetooth connectivity. There’s no panoramic sunroof, but the dashboard is panelled with brown leather trim on top and a metal finish in the middle. The bottom part is finished in soft-touch plastics that give the cabin a luxurious feel.
The car gets six airbags, no ADAS, but a 5-star ANCAP safety rating (Australia’s Independent Safety Rating Assessment Program).
2014 BMW X5 xDrive 30d
Seeing a depreciated German SUV on this list might shock you. German cars have earned a reputation for being unreliable, but if you are passionate about it, you might have an enjoyable experience.
This is priced at Rs. 16 lakhs, has two previous owners and has driven 1.65 lakh kilometres. These figures might have discouraged you already, but it is a German luxury SUV that is incredibly fuel-efficient, has a 3.0-litre inline 6-cylinder engine that makes 258 bhp and 560 Nm of torque, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
It is a 12-year-old car, but has the advantage of being a BMW, so it is tech-loaded. It has a 10.25-inch screen without touch sensitivity; you can control it with the iDrive controller, plus a 16-speaker Harmon Kardon sound system and a split tailgate.
It delivers an ARAI-claimed fuel efficiency of 15.97 km/l, which is impressive for an SUV of this class. But don’t be fooled by the affordable price; it was originally sold for an estimated on-road price of Rs. 80.71 lakh to Rs. 88 lakh. So it expects you to have deep pockets to keep up with maintenance.
Used Cars and SUVs: What MotorOctane Says
Buying a used car from a higher segment than a brand-new one lets you unlock a whole new level of comfort, performance, and features. But we’d like to remind you that it will be over-engineered compared to a mass-market car, so expect the repairs and regular maintenance to burn a hole in your wallet. It’s wise to set aside a substantial budget for unexpected repairs before you buy a used luxury car.