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Which car type suits you? A quick, simple guide

Which car type suits you? A quick, simple guide

1. Hatchback

Small cars with a rear door that opens upwards. Easy to drive and park. Example: Maruti Suzuki Swift.

2. Sedan (Saloon)

Cars with a separate boot. More space and comfort. Example: Honda City.

3. SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle)

Bigger vehicles with higher seating. Good for rough roads. Example: Hyundai Creta.

4. MUV/MPV (Multi-Utility/People Carrier)

Made to carry more people. Good for families. Example: Toyota Innova.

5. Coupe

Two-door stylish cars, usually sporty.

6. Convertible

Cars with roofs that can fold or open.

7. Estate (Station Wagon)

Similar to a sedan but with a longer rear for extra luggage space.

8. Pick-up truck

Cars with an open cargo bed at the back.

9. Sports car

Fast, powerful cars designed for performance.

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Rising incomes bring more first-time luxury car buyers

TEAM AUTO | THE GOAN
Published Nov 21, 2025, 12:43 AM IST
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Rising incomes bring more first-time luxury car buyers

Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi ” brands often linked with success ” are now attracting more buyers from high-paying salaried jobs and start-up circles. In the last five years, their share of customers from these groups has nearly doubled, showing that luxury car ownership is no longer limited to traditional business owners.This shift reflects stronger company earnings and higher payouts from employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs). India’s steady economic growth and rising…

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