Pets are really important to people and more so if they are dogs, which is the reason why owners do not leave them alone nowadays, irrespective of wherever they go. Though it is hard to believe but some car buyers, these days, choose the model keeping the dog factor in mind. Dog owners buying new cars in India have to be careful if they need their pets to sit in the vehicle. According to experts, Sports Utility Vehicles and sedan cars are the best for those who own dogs. Let’s take a look at the top 10 dog friendly cars available in the Indian market.
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Ford EcoSport: Among the best new cars in India, this compact SUV from the American manufacturer is perfect for a family of five and a dog. Spacious yet compact sized, the EcoSport has been performing exceptionally well in the Indian market, especially in the urban sector. This model is available in three variants including one diesel and two petrol.
Ford Ecosport
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Renault Duster: A competitor of the Ford EcoSport, Renault Duster is the first compact SUV in India that achieved huge success. It is a muscular vehicle with an efficient engine and perfect for dog owners due to excellent spaciousness. Improved rideability ensures that this car does not trouble either the dog or other passengers.
Renault Duster
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Hyundai Fluidic Verna:Not all sedan cars can be deemed as perfect for dogs but Hyundai Verna is certainly one of them. Featuring superb interiors and a spacious cabin, this sedan can easily seat four people (driver included) and a dog. It has a powerful and efficient engine along with a wide range of comfort and convenient features.
Hyundai Fluidic Verna
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Honda City: India’s most popular sedan is also one of the most dog-friendly cars available in the sub-continent market. The model, which has entered its fourth generation in the Indian market in January, is a perfect combination of class and efficiency.
Honda City
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Toyota Corolla Altis: The world’s most selling car is highly successful in India as well and is perfect for a family that includes a dog. Top-class driveability, good in-class efficiency and a host of technology features make this sedan a complete family vehicle.
Toyota Corolla Altis
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Hyundai Elite i20: Arguably the only hatchback that could be deemed as one of the dog friendly cars in Indian market. Arguably the number one car in its segment, this premium hatchback features Hyundai’s much-acclaimed fluidic architecture and has excellent fuel efficiency.
Hyundai Elite i20
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Skoda Octavia: Among those sedan cars that are on the expensive side, this Skoda model is ideal for dogs due to its spaciousness and driveability.
Skoda Octavia
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Honda Mobilio: One of the most successful new cars in India in recent times, Honda Mobilio, a Multi-Purpose Vehicle, can comfortably seat a family of five and a dog. In addition, it has great mileage and several safety features.
Honda Mobilio
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Toyota Innova: Though used more by travel agencies as a taxi, this car is ideal for a family with a dog.
Toyota Innova
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Maruti Suzuki Ertiga: One of Maruti Suzuki’s best-selling vehicles, this car can comfortably seat five people with the dog coming at the back.
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
