Subcompact SUVs With Best Ground Clearance

Sub-compact SUVs are a rage these days, primarily because they offer ample accommodation space in addition to looking stylish. If you are an Indian citizen, you are assured of encountering rough patches or potholes on the road quite frequently, which is why getting a car offering a high ground clearance is preferred. Besides getting a commanding view of the path that lies ahead, the underbelly of the vehicle gets subjected to less scratching and scathing. Even though normal SUVs get the job done perfectly, their humungous size can be disadvantageous on city roads. What is the alternative for them, you ask? Well, the answer is City-friendly SUVs. If you are looking for Sub-4m SUVs with the best ground clearance, here are some options for you:
Kia Sonet

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The Kia Sonet has been one of the most popular cars since its introduction in India first in 2020 with a waitlist period of almost 6 months for its buyers. This sub-compact SUV comes with a 1.2 litre petrol engine and 1.5 litre diesel engine. Despite being built on the same platform as the Venue, the Sonet has a larger boot space and is well stocked with features besides being a tad cheaper than the former car, which makes it a popular choice. Additionally, this car also has a decent ground clearance of 211 mm, possibly the highest in this category.
Tata Nexon

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The name “Nexon” speaks for itself among the masses. It has been a rage in India ever since it first came out in 2017. It is also the most affordable one among its rivals. It was the first vehicle to acquire a 5-star safety rating from the globally-acclaimed N-Cap. To add to the benefits, the car also features the highest ground clearance in comparison to its fellow rivals (200mm).
Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza

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This vehicle needs no introduction because it very frequently visits the list of the best-selling cars monthly. Suzuki's service centres all around the country add to the convenience of the customers. It offers a ground clearance of approximately 198 mm. Note – The car is also available in a diesel variant.
Hyundai Venue

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Recently one of Hyundai latest vehicles, the Venue gets an enhancement because of its web-based Bluelink integration, which amplifies the overall safety and security of the vehicle. Coming to the ground clearance, the car offers an uplift of 190mm, which is good. The car is also available in a seven-speed DCT variant, which is quite impressive.
Mahindra XUV300

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Last in the list of compact SUVs is Mahindra' latest offering in the sub-4m SUV range – the XUV300. The posh-looking vehicle offers a ground clearance of precisely 180 mm, which is good. It is a suitable car for everyday use on city roads. The car, being manufactured by Mahindra, obviously comes with a lot of safety and security features and therefore is a solid option if you are on the lookout for an elegant-looking car that gets the job done.
All of these SUVs offer different things but the thing they have in common is attractive ground clearance. Compare the offerings of each of these and opt for the one which does the job perfectly for you.
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