Hot Wheels: Top 5 luxury cars for the Indian entrepreneur

What the founders are driving beyond IPOs and valuations

Oct 08, 2025, 14:30 IST3 min

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India is now a budding economic powerhouse, and the startup scene has been a key player in that success. As startups thrive, the founders do the same, and when these entrepreneurs reach heights of success, their aspirations are reflected not only in IPOs and valuations but also in their choice of wheels. Apart from being status symbols, luxury cars are also an extension of the founder’s drive, ambition, and, most importantly, taste. At this stage, what you drive or ride in defines your identity. Whether navigating the streets of Bengaluru or arriving at a board meeting in Mumbai, a luxury car is both a personal milestone and a professional statement.Here’s a look at five of the most desirable vehicles for the modern Indian entrepreneur, cars that blend innovation, influence, and identity.For starters, the Revuelto brings a one-of-a-kind proposition with it, being the first plug-in hybrid supercar from Lamborghini. Think 6.5 litre V12 coupled with three electric motors to produce a whopping 1015 PS. This one is for the techpreneurs who are here to change the game with AI, Web3 or deep tech. The Revuelto is the perfect pairing for their ethos: High risk, high reward and unapologetically fast. It’s raw, bold, and uncompromising, ideal for those who live on adrenaline and think at lightning speed. Pulling up in a Revuelto states, “I’ve arrived—and I’m not slowing down.”Lamborghini RevueltoStarting at ₹8.9 croreFor: The visionary with a green attitude

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Rolls-Royce’s all-electric Spectre redefines the brand’s legendary opulence. Best suited for founders in cleantech, fintech, and health innovation. The ones who appreciate refinement and responsibility with the heritage value of a brand like Rolls-Royce. The spaceship-like cabin blends timeless craftsmanship with next-gen innovation, making it ideal for those who prioritise sustainability and status. The Spectre’s quiet, ultra-luxurious, and eco-conscious design, including starlight headliners and seamless digital integration, reinforces a calm confidence, making it ideal for leaders who prefer performance to speak softly but decisively. If it’s a Rolls-Royce, it’s just that; performance figures fall short in front of the Spirit of Ecstasy. Still, if you wish to know: It has a 102 kW battery pack producing 585 PS and 900 Nm of torque, and does a 0-100 in 4.5 seconds.Rolls-Royce SpectreStarting at ₹8 croreFor: The strong leader who is silent but impactful

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Land Rover Range RoverStarting at ₹2.5 croreFor: The boardroom on wheelsThe idea of an entrepreneur has evolved today; it’s no longer attending board meetings in suits in air-conditioned conference rooms. The entrepreneur of today has to be versatile. And when one thinks of versatility, one brand pops up: Land Rover. The SUV maker brings unmatched and practical luxury on 22-inch wheels, unlike anything available in the market. Hence, for leaders who have a lot of travel in their calendar for distant locations and factory visits, the Land Rover Range Rover is the perfect blend of an off-roader with a five-star hotel suite inside. The logistics D2C and agritech moguls are the ones this luxury SUV is for.

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Mercedes-Maybach S-ClassStarting at ₹2.7 croreFor: The no-nonsense CEOs who value dignity over flashy noiseThere is no going wrong with this. German engineering at its finest, badge of one of the most coveted M letters in the world and bespoke design with elements unique and true to luxury, status and unprecedented presence. The enterprise tech and finance CEOs are the ones to choose this. If the Range Rover is a boardroom on wheels, this one is the corner office. The Maybach CEO has the silent power in them—the ones who silently rule every decision from one of the best rear seats in any luxury sedan in the world. A car that conveys authority without excess.

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Porsche 911Starting at ₹2.4 croreFor: The young motorhead CEOThe 911 name is a legacy in racing unlike any other car in the world, and every car lover is aware of this fact. For the young CEO who values iconic things and are driven, the 911 is the perfect pairing. It is also perfect for founders who value precision and perfection, and have built their product and brand with utmost attention to every detail. Apart from one of the most iconic car designs ever made and a brand badge that adds immense value, the 911 also gets you a 3-litre, 6-cylinder engine, 395 PS, 450 Nm of torque and 0-100 in 4.1 seconds.

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