These stalwart automobiles have pioneered the new segment and led the growth of the Indian automotive industry.
India has a lot to be proud of, and one of them is its growing automotive industry. Several legendary cars have played a vital role in taking the Indian automotive industry to where it is today. These cars pioneered innovation and opened up new segments and markets in India. Please take a look at these six car models that helped India make a name for itself in the automotive world!
Hindustan Motors Ambassador
Hindustan Motors started production of cars after independence. The Hindustan Motors Ambassador was the automaker’s first flagship model. Ambassador Morris was inspired by the Oxford series.
The first generation Ambassador can churn out 55 hp of power thanks to the 1.5-litre petrol engine. The Ambassador was unmatched in popularity for the better part of three decades and was, officially, the car of choice for politicians and celebrities. And today, even after the automaker discontinued the model in 2013, it is still an important part of India’s automotive industry and holds a permanent place in the Hall of Fame.
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Premier Padmini
In 1964, Premier launched the Fiat 1100 Delight. The Premier Padmini was in direct competition with the beloved Ambassador of Hindustan Motor.
But, the Padmini boasted of a modern appeal that was easy to drive and highly fuel efficient. The model became an instant hit among celebrities and youth.
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Mahindra Tharo
Did you know that Mahindra Thar was India’s first off-roader? Mahindra entered the business of manufacturing Willys Jeeps in 1949. This model was a 4-wheel drive off-roader.
Within 4 years, Mahindra CJ3A upgraded itself to CJ3B after it was bought by Kaiser Motors. Mitsubishi in Japan and Mahindra & Mahindra in India own the licenses for the CJ generation.
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Maruti Suzuki 800
Maruti Suzuki 800 was the game-changer of India in the automotive sector. This car had it all! The Suzuki 800 also enjoyed the most extended production in India. This model was a part of the Indian auto industry for almost 31 years.
It is also worth noting that the Maruti Suzuki 800 was the best selling car till 2004. Indian buyers loved the model for its good features and budget-friendly pricing!
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Maruti Suzuki Gypsy
Maruti Suzuki Gypsy has ruled the Indian market for almost 30 years. The model took inspiration from the Suzuki Jimmy. This four-wheeled car has edgy features. It was in great demand among Indian youth.
People claim that the off-road capability of this car is incomparable. It has been a very favorite vehicle of the Indian Army for the past few decades. You should also know that Gypsy has also served the interest of many rally racers.
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Hyundai Santro
The Hyundai Santro entered the Indian market about 22 years ago by competing with the Maruti 800 and Zen. It was the first option offered in the then emerging hatchback segment. Its tall boy design caught everyone’s imagination and set the stage for future hatchback designs in India. It also featured a powerful 999cc engine with new technology like multi-point fuel injection, which was unusual among hatchbacks, and made it extremely popular.
The Santro helped Hyundai establish itself in India and enjoyed unprecedented popularity until it was discontinued in 2015. It was revived again in 2018, and it no longer enjoys the earlier levels of popularity due to multiple choices across brands in the same segment, yet it still maintains the emotional connect.
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Aren’t these cars great? These cars paved the way for India’s automobile sector to catch up with the global markets!
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