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Updated: 15 most fuel efficient SUVs in India - We have a new winner

With fuel prices rising higher than ever, car manufacturers are now continuously trying to improve the fuel efficiency of their cars. SUVs were once perceived to be the least fuel efficient of all that modes of travel on road. However, these sports utility vehicles will make you think otherwise. Here are 15 of the most fuel efficient SUV currently available in the our market. Does your car make it to the list?

Launched last month, Vitara Brezza has run away with the crown for being the most fuel efficient SUV in the country. Maruti Suzuki claims that the UV can deliver 24.3 km to a litre. This makes it a winner by a decent margin.

This is one of the highest selling SUVs in India. With an option of a 1 litre Eco Boost engine, EcoSport delivers 22.67 kmpl. The most efficient SUV in the country not too long back, it will now have to be content with second spot

Hyundai Creta has is among thehighest selling SUVs in India ever since its launch in July. Launched with two diesel variants, 1.4l and 1.6l, and also a 1.6l petrol variant. The 1.4l diesel variant has helped the car become the third most fuel efficient SUV with a claimed efficiency of 21.3 kmpl.

Despite being powered by a larger 1.6 litre engine, producing 110ps and 248Nm torque, the Nissan Terrano is right up there in fuel efficiency. The Japanese car maker claims Terrano can deliver 20.45 km to a litre.

Renault Duster started it all in India in the compact SUV segment. Renault Duster is another top candidate in our list coming with a 1.5 litre engine which produces 85 PS and goes 19.87 kmpl.

Mahindra TUV300, which has a 1.5 litre diesel heart, has a fuel efficieny of 18.4 kmpl.

This is where the surprises start springing for many. The BMW X3 boasts of a 2L engine which gives a claimed mileage of 18.3 KM/L while producing 192 PS. With these figures, BMW X3 seems to manage a balance between performance and economy
(Info Source: Zigwheels)

The smallest SUV from Mercedes-Benz and a close rival to Audi Q3, BMW X1, GLA class 200 cdi comes with a 2.1 litre engine which produces a healthy 135.96 PS and 300Nm torque. With a fuel efficiency of 17.9 kmpl, it sure makes a strong case for itself.
(Info Source: Zigwheels)

Skoda Yeti, which costs upwards of Rs 20 lakh has been around in India since 2010. The Czech SUV sports a 2 litre engine manages 17.7 kmpl, 0.6 lesser than BMW X3,which has a similar sized engine.(Info Source: Zigwheels)

Based on the BMW 3 Series platform, the X1 offers its buyers an entry into the luxury soft roader segment. The cheapest BMW when it was launched, it adds to its value-for-money credentials with a 17.5 kmpl economy.
(Info Source: Zigwheels)

The facelifted version of Quanto was launched recently and promises to deliver fuel efficiency of 17.45 kmpl (ARAI certified)

Though it is beaten by its two chief competitors, it isn't too far behind. The Audi Q3, with a 2 litre engine that produces 140.04 PS and 320 Nm torque, is good to run 17.3 km per litre.
(Info Source: Zigwheels)

It might not be setting sales charts on fire, it surely does not burn too much fuel either. The Renault Koleos recently received a facelift and with the update, the Koleos gets more power and a choice of three variants. The 2L manual diesel variant averages around 17.2 kmpl.
(Image Source: Zigwheels)

Built for those who wish to take off-the-beaten path, the Force Motors Gurkha 4x4 comes with a tubular reinforced chassis and 2.5 L engine which averages 17 kmpl
(Info Source: Zigwheels)

The Scorpio has always been popular for its ruggedness and affordability. The SUV is equipped with a 2.5 litre micro-hybrid engine which automatically detects when the vehicle is idle and stops the engine. This neat technology helps the Scorpio stake claim to 15th position in our list with a claimed mileage of 16.01 kmpl
(Info Source: Zigwheels)

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