Safety Becoming a Top Priority for New Car Buyers: Survey
In a recent study conducted by NIO BASES, it has come to light that 9 out of 10 new car buyers are prioritizing safety over fuel efficiency and features
Fuel Efficiency Not the Top Priority
The top two features that people look out for in India are the crash test ratings of the vehicle and the number of airbags the vehicle offers. Surprisingly, fuel efficiency, which people think is the top priority, came in third
Focus Group
The focus group for the study consisted of 67 per cent of current car owners who have owned a vehicle above ₹ 5 lakh, whereas 33 per cent of the candidates didn’t own a car but intended to purchase one
Numbers breakdown
Regarding the crash rating, 22.2 per cent of the consumer focus group voted for a 5-star rating. This was followed closely by a 21.3 per cent preference for a 4-star rating. Zero-star rating is the least preferred, with only a 6.8 per cent score
Top Manufacturers in India Scoring 4 or 5 GNCAP Rating
Volkswagen, Skoda, Mahindra and Tata Motors are manufacturers that boast of making the safest cars in India currently
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