- The strong hybrid powertrain uses the combined power from the engine and electric motor.
- Delivering significantly higher fuel economy, these vehicles can run on the electric motor at low speeds.
- Here is the list of cars under Rs. 50 lakh budget which gets the option of a strong hybrid powertrain.
With each passing day, the automotive industry is moving towards the electrification of vehicles. The feasibility, long-term reliability and inconsistent charging network are some of the main hurdles in the full-fledged adoption of electric vehicles. So this is where the concept of Strong Hybrid vehicles comes into play and serves as a middle ground between ICE cars and EVs. We are now safe to say that we have come a long way since the first strong hybrid vehicle was introduced in the year 1997. Toyota became the flagbearer of this hybrid tech by launching the Prius in Japan which was later introduced to the world in the calendar year 2020.
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This powertrain will give you ample performance without compromising fuel efficiency. Running in full EV mode at city speeds, the hybrid car will give you a hint of the future with its dead-silent cabin and smooth acceleration. Out on the highways, the engine works in symphony with the electric motor to deliver the best possible combination of power and fuel efficiency. So here we are with a comprehensive list of strong hybrid vehicles sold in India within the Rs, 50 lakh budget, knitted with all the important information.
Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder: From Rs. 15.11 lakh
The most affordable strong hybrid option in India is Toyota's very own Urban Cruiser Hyryder. At a starting price of Rs. 15.11 lakh (ex-showroom), the S eDrive trim of the Hyryder is the point where the range of strong hybrids starts and it goes all the way up to Rs. 18.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Talking about the powertrain, the mid-size SUV uses a 1.5-litre Atkinson cycle petrol engine paired with an electric motor, churning out a combined power output of 115 bhp. Being a strong hybrid, the SUV excels in the fuel efficiency department, returning a claimed mileage of 27.97 kmpl.
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara: From Rs. 17.99 lakh
The second name on the list of strong hybrid cars is the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. The mid-size SUV uses the same powertrain combination as the Hyryder, comprising of the 1.5-litre Atkinson cycle petrol engine paired with an electric motor, churning out an identical power output of 115 bhp. The range of Grand Vitara Strong Hybrid starts from Rs. 17.99 lakh and the top-end trim will set you back by Rs. 19.49 lakh (both prices ex-showroom). The claimed fuel efficiency figures stand at 27.97 kmpl.
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Honda City e:HEV: For Rs. 19.89 lakh
Available in a single top-spec ZX trim with a sticker price of Rs. 19.89 lakh (ex-showroom), the Honda City Hybrid is powered by a 1.5 litre Atkinson cycle four-cylinder petrol engine mated to two electric motors. The combined power output from the system stands at 126 bhp and 253 Nm of peak torque, delivering a staggering fuel economy of 26.5 kmpl. The Honda City e:HEV is a simple sedan solution to your strong hybrid needs.
Toyota Camry: For Rs. 45.25 lakh
Almost touching the half-crore mark, the Toyota Camry Hybrid retails for Rs. 45.25 lakh (ex-showroom). Toyota sells the low-slung premium sedan in a single variant in India and it is powered by a 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine. The unit is mated to a permanent magnet synchronous motor, churning out a combined power output of 218 bhp. Toyota Camry Hybrid claims to deliver 19.1 kmpl of fuel economy.
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Verdict: It is quite clear from the list above that Strong Hybrid cars have not fully penetrated the Indian automotive industry. These vehicles are relatively new to the Indian market, especially in the affordable car segment. So we believe that there is still a long way to go for the full development and utilization of this extremely fuel-efficient technology. The local assembly and manufacturing of strong hybrid components in India will play a major role in the mass market adoption of this technology as it will help to cut down on the pricing, thereby increasing the overall sales potential.
