A research report by Droom, a leading automobile e-commerce platform released its analysis of the Indian automobile industry for 2022. Alongside its e-commerce platform, Droom is also a data science and technology company in the automotive segment that offers 360-degree solutions from online bookings and certifications to doorstep delivery.
The report titled “India Automobile Ecommerce Report 2022” is an in-depth analysis of the trends in the automobile sector from popular vehicles to the average duration of car ownership. The most popular car in 2022 is the Hyundai Creta while the most popular bike is the Bajaj Pulsar. Honda Activa-5G is the most popular scooter, Royal Enfield Interceptor is the most popular Superbike and the most popular luxury car is the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
The Bajaj Pulsar is one of the most popular Indian two-wheelers. There would be hardly any corner in India where you will not find a bright red Pulsar. The bike is a popular choice for motor enthusiasts due to its affordable pricing and dependability. The bike starts with a base model of 125cc and the top-end model at 220cc. The Pulsar has 5 variants, the Pulsar 125, Pulsar 150, Pulsar NS200, Pulsar RS200 and Pulsar 220 F with a price ranging from Rs 84,000 to Rs 1.71 lakhs.
The Pulsar launched in November 2001 has been updated with the latest trend in the two-wheeler segment always positioning itself as an attractive Indian alternative to foreign brands. The reliable bike is popular among young motorists with its ‘naked sport’ and ‘racing sport’ versions for its slick designs.
Hyundai Creta was an important player in India’s shift to the compact SUV segment. The stylish SUV launched in July 2015, took the Indian automobile market by storm. It won the prestigious Indian Car of The Year award in 2016. The SUV is a combination of good ground clearance, commanding driving position, ample space and a powerful engine. As a cherry on top, the car is loaded with features even from its base variants and offers a panoramic sunroof in its top variants.
Hyundai Creta is the leading compact SUV with a 29.19% market share in 2023. The compact SUV is the preferred car of middle-class families. The base variant starts at Rs 10.84 (Ex-Showroom price New Delhi) while the top-end Creta SX Opt Knight Diesel AT is priced at Rs 19.13 lakhs. The car comes in two engine variants, a 1.3L engine with 113.18 BHP and a 1.5L engine with 138.12 BHP. It is available in both Diesel and Petrol fuel types with an average mileage of 16.8 km/l. The numerous variants and loaded features have kept the SUV a preferred choice of Indian gearheads.
Tech entrepreneur Sandeep Aggarwal founded Droom in 2014. The Gurugram-based company is the leading player in the automobile e-commerce market.
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