Car segments in India explained: Know different car types

Published on 10 Dec, 2021, 9:34 AM IST

Updated on 1 Jul, 2024, 12:10 PM IST

Team Ackodrive

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If you are in the market to purchase your new car, the number of types of vehicles available may overwhelm you. If you are unaware of the car body types, you may buy a car that does not suit your needs. Hence, adequate knowledge of car body types can be helpful while buying a car. To help you out in this regard, we will discuss car segments in India in this article. So, read on to know more about different car types.

Segment	Car type
A	Mini hatchbacks
B	Small hatchbacks
C	Small sedans/family cars
D	Mid-size sedans/family cars
E	Executive luxury cars
M	Multi-Purpose Vehicles(MPVs)
J	Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs)
Crossover	Crossover hatchbacks

Here are some of the most common questions about car segments in India.

Which is the best car in the small vehicle segment in India?

Cars such as Maruti Alto, Renault Kwid, Maruti Celerio, Tata Tiago, Maruti Swift, Hyundai Santro and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios are some of the best small segment cars in India.

I’m planning to buy a mid-size SUV, which is the best mid-size SUV in India?

Tata Harrier, Hyundai Alcazar and MG Hector are some of the best mid-size SUVs available in India.

Which is the best D-segment car available in India?

Hyundai Elantra, Skoda Octavia, Honda Accord, Skoda Superb and Toyota Camry are some of the best D-segment cars in India.

Are premium segment cars expensive to buy?

The premium segment comprises cars from premium brands or cars with a premium design and features. It may be a hatchback, sedan or SUV. Generally, premium vehicles command a higher price tag due to their creature comfort features and other equipment.