Demand of the SUVs is all-time high in the Indian automobile market. The automakers are struggling to satiate the rising demand in a timely manner due to semiconductor chip shortage. This is the reason why several popular models command a high waiting period. Though, there are a few SUVs, which have relatively lower waiting period. Here’re some key details of these models.
*One must note that the waiting period might vary variant, colour and state-wise.
Nissan Magnite – Upto 15 days
Nissan Magnite, the subcompact SUV from the Japanese automaker, currently commands a waiting period of up to 15 days. Its CVT variants are reported to available within 2-10 days. Though, the SUV’s red colour variant has a waiting period of 3 months. The Magnite comes with the 1.0L naturally aspirated petrol and 1.0L turbo petrol engines making 72bhp and 100bhp respectively. There is no diesel engine option. A 5-speed manual gearbox is standard, while the turbo-petrol variant is exclusively offered with a CVT automatic gearbox.
Renault Kiger – 15-30 days
Buyers can get the Renault Kiger compact SUV within time period of 15-30 days, depending on the exterior colour scheme. Its red colour model has the highest waiting period of 3-4 months. Similar to the Magnite, the Kiger can be had with either a 10L NA petrol or a 1.0L turbo petrol engine. Earlier this year, the company updated the SUV model lineup with a few cosmetic changes and features such as air purifier, wireless charging and cruise control.
Hyundai Alcazar – 15-20 days
Hyundai Alcazar is said to available for instant delivery, depending on variant and colour. Some of its variants can be had within 15 to 20 days. The model lineup comes in three trims – Prestige, Platinum and Signature – and two seating configurations – 6 and 7-seats. Engine setup of the Alcazar includes a 2.0L, 4-cylinder petrol (159bhp/192Nm) and a 1.5L, 4-cylinder turbo diesel (115bhp/250Nm). Both manual and automatic gearboxes are on offer. Its petrol manual and automatic variants are claimed to offer a mileage of 14.5kmpl and 14.2kmpl respectively. The diesel motor offers 20.4kmpl with manual and 18.1kmpl with automatic gearbox.
Volkswagen Taigun – 20-45 days
Volkswagen Taigun is being promised to deliver with in 20-45 days. The SUV’s 1.0L manual and automatic variants are reported to readily available at several Volkswagen dealerships in Hyderabad. The Taigun is currently available with the 1.0L, 3-cylinder turbo TSI petrol and 1.5L, 4-cylinder turbo TSI petrol engines. While the former makes a top power of 115bhp with 175Nm, the latter delivers 150bhp with 250Nm. A 6-speed manual gearbox is standard. The 1.0L TSO unit can also be had with a 6-speed torque convertor automatic gearbox and the 1.5L TSI comes with an optional 7-speed DCT automatic transmission.
MG Astor – 2-3 months
MG’s Astor SUV currently has a waiting period of up to 2-3 months, depending on the color. It’s the first SUV in its segment to offer Level 2 ADAS (advanced driver assistance system) features. Some of its key features include a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Jio e-SIM for connected car features, in-car personal assistant, a 7-inch digital instrument cluster, a 360 degree camera, a panoramic sunroof and more. For power, the MG Astor uses a 1.5L petrol and a 1.3L turbo petrol engine (reserved for top two trims). The SUV comes with manual and automatic gearbox options.
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