India’s SUV market is vast, spanning everything from compact budget offerings to ultra-luxury flagships. While we’ve already covered the most affordable models, here’s a curated list of the most expensive internal combustion engine (ICE) SUVs currently available in India. Only the top-spec variants have been considered for this ranking.
10. Range Rover Sport SV Edition Two
Price: ₹2.95 crore (ex-showroom)
The Range Rover Sport SV Edition Two marks the entry point into this ultra-luxury list but comes with no shortage of exclusivity. Sporting unique SV-specific badges, optional 23-inch carbon fibre wheels, and bespoke dual-tone interiors tailored to its exclusive paints, this version takes performance and design a notch above. Its 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 makes it the most powerful Range Rover ever.
Engine: 4.4L twin-turbo V8 | Power: 635hp | Torque: 750Nm
Transmission: 8-speed AT | 0-100kph: 3.9s | Top Speed: 290kph
9. Lexus LX 500d
Price: ₹3 crore (ex-showroom)
The only Japanese and diesel-powered SUV on this list, the Lexus LX is a commanding presence on Indian roads. Based on the Toyota Land Cruiser, the LX combines rugged off-road DNA with refined luxury, offering massaging seats, dual rear entertainment screens, and a premium Mark Levinson audio setup.
Engine: 3.3L twin-turbo V6 diesel | Power: 304hp | Torque: 700Nm
Transmission: 10-speed AT | 0-100kph: 8s | Top Speed: 210kph
8. Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600
Price: ₹3.39 crore (ex-showroom)
A luxury liner in SUV form, the Maybach GLS 600 prioritizes opulence. With over 60 Maybach emblems, dual-tone exteriors, and a cabin that rivals first-class airline suites—complete with Nappa leather, reclining ottoman rear seats, and dual 11.6-inch displays—this is a limousine disguised as an SUV.
Engine: 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + 48V mild hybrid | Power: 557hp (+22hp boost) | Torque: 700Nm
Transmission: 9-speed AT | 0-100kph: 4.9s | Top Speed: 250kph
7. Mercedes-AMG G 63
Price: ₹3.6 crore (ex-showroom)
The G-Wagon, in its AMG 63 avatar, retains its iconic boxy design while delivering blistering performance. Updates to the interior include a new 12.3-inch infotainment screen and a premium Burmester sound system. But it’s the 585hp twin-turbo V8 and thunderous exhaust that steal the show.
Engine: 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + mild hybrid | Power: 585hp (+22hp boost) | Torque: 850Nm
Transmission: 9-speed AT | 0-100kph: 4.4s | Top Speed: 220kph
6. Range Rover SV LWB
Price: ₹4.55 crore (ex-showroom)
The long-wheelbase Range Rover SV is essentially a luxury suite on wheels. With its Executive Comfort Plus rear seats, dual rear touchscreens, a fridge, and a cabin trimmed with rich veneers and plush materials, it’s designed for those who prefer being driven rather than driving.
Engine: 4.4L twin-turbo V8 | Power: 615hp | Torque: 750Nm
Transmission: 8-speed AT | 0-100kph: 4.6s | Top Speed: 261kph
5. Lamborghini Urus SE
Price: ₹4.6 crore (ex-showroom)
The Urus SE is Lamborghini’s first plug-in hybrid SUV and also the most powerful SUV in this list. It brings unmistakable Lambo styling, a dramatic interior, and near-supercar performance. The 800hp hybrid V8 powertrain is as outrageous as it is innovative.
Engine: 4.0L twin-turbo V8 + plug-in hybrid | Power: 800hp | Torque: 950Nm
Transmission: 8-speed AT | 0-100kph: 3.4s | Top Speed: 312kph
4. Aston Martin DBX 707
Price: ₹5.5 crore (ex-showroom)
As the performance flagship of the DBX lineup, the 707 isn’t just about straight-line speed—it’s about presence and poise. With a sportier grille, quad exhausts, and an elegantly trimmed cabin, this SUV offers Aston Martin charm with hardcore dynamics.
Engine: 4.0L twin-turbo V8 | Power: 707hp | Torque: 900Nm
Transmission: 9-speed AT | 0-100kph: 3.3s | Top Speed: 310kph
3. Bentley Bentayga EWB Mulliner
Price: ₹9 crore (ex-showroom)
With its extended wheelbase and Mulliner-specific detailing, the Bentayga EWB is Bentley’s take on ultimate SUV luxury. The interior features posture-correcting rear seats, top-tier leather and veneers, and a lavish audio setup. Self-leveling wheel caps and refined styling complete the premium package.
Engine: 4.0L twin-turbo V8 | Power: 550hp | Torque: 770Nm
Transmission: 8-speed AT | 0-100kph: 4.6s | Top Speed: 290kph
2. Ferrari Purosangue
Price: ₹10.5 crore (ex-showroom)
Ferrari’s first SUV doesn’t compromise on brand ethos. With a long bonnet, short overhangs, and suicide rear doors, the Purosangue is every bit a Ferrari. It also houses a high-revving, naturally aspirated V12—the only one of its kind on this list—delivering a visceral experience unlike any other SUV.
Engine: 6.5L naturally aspirated V12 | Power: 725hp | Torque: 716Nm
Transmission: 8-speed DCT | 0-100kph: 3.3s | Top Speed: 310kph
1. Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge
Price: ₹11.92 crore (ex-showroom)
Sitting at the summit is the Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge—the epitome of SUV luxury. Every detail, from the darkened chrome and 23-inch wheels to the tailored black cabin, reflects exclusivity. With unmatched customisation and a supremely smooth V12, it offers peerless comfort and prestige.
Engine: 6.75L twin-turbo V12 | Power: 600hp | Torque: 900Nm
Transmission: 8-speed AT | 0-100kph: 5.1s | Top Speed: 250kph
Final Thoughts
From raw power to serene luxury, these SUVs represent the pinnacle of what combustion-engine technology can offer in India’s ultra-luxury segment. Whether it’s the brute force of the Urus or the serene float of the Cullinan, each of these machines is a masterclass in engineering and exclusivity.
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