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Honest decision guide. Capacity, hill performance, per-passenger economics, senior-citizen comfort — for your next outstation trip.
| Feature | Sedan (Dzire, Aura) | Innova |
|---|---|---|
| Per km rate | From Rs.12/km | Rs.19/km |
| Capacity (passengers + driver) | 4 + 1 | 7 + 1 |
| Luggage | 3 mid-size bags | 5–7 bags + roof carrier |
| Cost-per-passenger (4 pax) | ₹3.25/km | ~₹4.75/km |
| Cost-per-passenger (7 pax) | N/A — exceeds capacity | ~₹2.71/km |
| Leg room | Good for 4 adults | Captain seats option, premium |
| Hill performance (Ooty, Munnar, Kodaikanal, Coorg) | OK for short hill | Strongly recommended |
| Boot height | Lower — sedan style | Higher — easier loading for elderly |
| AC efficiency long-haul | Good for short trips | Better — larger cabin volume + dual AC |
| Ride height | Lower — closer to road | Higher — better visibility, less motion sickness |
| Senior citizen comfort | OK | Better entry/exit, more legroom |
| Best for | Solo / couple / small family business | Family with kids + grandparents, hill trips, pilgrim circuits |
| Route | Sedan | Innova | Innova premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai → Bangalore (350 km) | ₹4,850 | ₹6,950 | +₹2,100 |
| Chennai → Coimbatore (510 km) | ₹6,930 | ₹10,000 | +₹3,070 |
| Bangalore → Mysore (150 km) | ₹2,250 | ₹3,150 | +₹900 |
| Coimbatore → Ooty (90 km) | ₹1,690 | ₹2,010 | +₹320 |
| Kochi → Munnar (130 km) | ₹1,990 | ₹2,770 | +₹780 |
| Madurai → Rameswaram (170 km) | ₹2,510 | ₹3,530 | +₹1,020 |
Is the per-passenger cost of Innova lower than sedan?
Yes if you fill all 7 seats. Innova at 7 passengers = ~Rs.2.71/km/person vs Sedan 4 passengers = Rs.3.25/km/person. For groups of 5+, Innova is cheaper.
When is Sedan the obvious choice?
Solo / couple / 3-passenger family travel where boot space is sufficient. ~₹6/km cheaper than Innova. Best for business travel and short outstation trips.
When is Innova the obvious choice?
Family of 5+ (especially with kids and grandparents), hill stations (Ooty, Munnar, Kodaikanal, Coorg), multi-stop pilgrim circuits, luggage-heavy travel, long highway trips.
What about Etios (Rs.14/km)?
Etios is a mid-tier sedan — slightly more legroom, slightly higher rate. Good for business travel where comfort matters slightly more.
Is SUV (Ertiga, Xylo) a middle ground?
Yes — 6-seater at Rs.18/km. Good for 5-passenger families needing more boot. Innova still preferred for hill trips due to its highway-stability tuning.
What about Innova Crysta (Rs.25/km)?
Premium-tier Innova with captain seats, better suspension, more refined cabin. Best for VIP airport pickup, wedding, multi-day comfort trips. ~Rs.6 premium over standard Innova.
For elderly pilgrim parents, recommend?
Innova or Innova Crysta. Easier entry/exit (higher seats), better leg room for long trips, less spinal jarring on Tamil Nadu / Karnataka highways.
Honeymoon couple — Sedan or Innova?
Sedan is fine and saves Rs.6/km. For premium honeymoon experience, see /luxury-taxi for Camry/Crysta options.
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