India doesn’t have a long history of manufacturing high-performance sports cars, but there are a few standout models from Indian automakers that deserve attention. Here are some of the best Indian sports cars:
1. DC Avanti
- India’s first sports car, designed and manufactured by DC Design.
- Engine: 2.0L turbocharged petrol (Renault-sourced).
- Power: 250 hp.
- Top Speed: ~200 km/h.
- Price: ~₹35-40 lakh.
- Why it’s special: It’s India’s first attempt at a proper sports car, featuring an exotic design at a relatively affordable price.
2. Vazirani Ekonk (Upcoming EV Supercar)
- Fully electric hypercar from Mumbai-based Vazirani Automotive.
- Weight: Only 738 kg (extremely light for an EV).
- Power: ~722 hp.
- 0-100 km/h: Under 3 seconds.
- Why it’s special: It aims to be one of the fastest and lightest EV hypercars.
3. Tata Avinya & Pravaig Extinction Mk1 (Concepts & Future Cars)
- Tata Motors is working on EV concepts like the Avinya, which might push performance boundaries.
- Pravaig Dynamics (Bangalore-based) is developing performance-focused EVs like the Extinction Mk1.
What About International Brands in India?
While India lacks homegrown high-performance brands, luxury automakers like Lamborghini, Ferrari, Porsche, and McLaren sell their sports cars in India. Some of the best available are:
- Lamborghini Huracán STO
- McLaren Artura
- Porsche 911 GT3
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