- Here is a comprehensive list of three-row SUVs in India which gets the Panoramic Sunroof feature
- From Hyundai Alcazar to Jeep Meridian, the article features all the major SUV players in the market.
- The price range starts from as low as Rs. 15.89 lakh
One of the most sought-after features in the Indian market at present time is the Panoramic sunroof. Controlled electronically, the usability of this feature in the Indian climatic condition is a debatable topic. When buying a new car, customers often look for the availability of this feature in their desired vehicle. The possible downsides of a panoramic sunroof such as the lower effectiveness of the air conditioning system, long-term reliability etc. fade away when the large glass area above our head opens up to give an airy cabin feel. Car manufacturers are not shying away from giving this feature in the vehicle irrespective of the segment. Based on the popularity of the panoramic sunroof amongst new car buyers, we have compiled a comprehensive list of three-row SUVs which gets this feature.
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Hyundai Alcazar: All Variants
With prices starting from Rs. 15.89 lakh (ex-showroom) and going all the way up to Rs. 20.25 lakh (ex-showroom), the Hyundai Alcazar is the most affordable three row SUV which gets the panoramic sunroof as standard. The 6/7 seater SUV gets three engine options, namely a 2.0 litre naturally aspirated petrol, 1.5 litre CRDi diesel and a 1.4-litre tGDi engine.
Mahindra XUV700: AX5, AX7 and AX7 L variants
Mahindra & Mahindra offers the panoramic sunroof from the mid-spec AX5 trim and extends the feature up to top spec AX7 L trim. If you are looking to buy the Mahindra XUV700 with the panoramic sunroof, then you will have to shell out a minimum amount of Rs. 16.79 lakh (ex-showroom). The XUV700 is quite a popular product in the Indian market and commands a very long waiting period.
Tata Safari: From XMS variant, except all the XZ trims
The Tata Motors SUV joining the list of most affordable three-row SUVs with panoramic sunroof is the Safari. The homegrown automaker offers this feature from the XMS variant, starting at a price tag of Rs. 18.06 lakh (ex-showroom). For those who are not a fan of the panoramic sunroof, there is the XZ trim which skips this feature. The Safari is powered by a 2.0-litre Kryotec diesel engine churning out 170 bhp and 350 Nm of peak torque.
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MG Hector Plus: 'Select' Diesel and All Sharp Variants
The MG Hector Plus offers the Panoramic sunroof on the Diesel 'Select' and all the Sharp trim irrespective of powertrain options. The range starts from Rs. 19.50 lakhs and goes all the way up to Rs. 21.20 lakh (ex-showroom). The three-row 6/7 seater SUV from MG is powered by a 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine and a 1.5-litre turbo petrol unit.
Jeep Meridian: All Variants
Jeep is offering the panoramic sunroof feature as standard with the Meridian SUV. Starting at a sticker price of Rs. 29.90 lakh (ex-showroom), the premium 7-seater SUV is powered by a 2.0-litre multijet turbo diesel engine putting out 170 bhp and 350 Nm of peak torque. The range-topping variant of the Jeep Meridian will set you back by Rs. 36.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Verdict
Panoramic sunroof is considered a luxury feature nowadays and it is getting a lot of customer attention off-lately. Car manufacturers, on the other hand, have started banking on this recent trend. The good to have rather than a necessary feature, the panoramic sunroof in SUVs has become a major deciding factor in the new car buying decision.