Group Size Decision

12 Seater Tempo TravellerVS17 Seater Tempo Traveller

Compare 12-seater vs 17-seater Tempo Traveller for your group trip. Pricing from ₹23/km, seat comfort, luggage space, and best use cases. Book the right tempo size.

Quick Comparison

Side-by-Side Specs

Feature

12 Seater Tempo Traveller

Standard Tempo

17 Seater Tempo Traveller

Large Tempo
Seating
12 passengers
17 passengers
Rate
₹23-25/km
₹25-27/km
Boot Space
Moderate boot
Larger boot area
AC Type
Roof-mounted AC
Roof-mounted AC (powerful)
Fuel
Diesel
Diesel
Mileage
9-11 km/l
8-10 km/l
Min. Charge
₹5,500 (250km/day)
₹6,000 (250km/day)
Detailed Analysis

How They Compare

Capacity

126/10
179/10

17-seater fits 5 more passengers

Per-Person Cost (full)

127/10
178/10

17-seater is cheaper per head when fully occupied

Legroom

129/10
177/10

Fewer seats in 12-seater = more space per person

Luggage Space

126/10
178/10

17-seater has a larger boot area

Hill Road Handling

128/10
177/10

Lighter 12-seater handles inclines slightly better

Total Trip Cost

128/10
176/10

12-seater costs ₹2/km less overall

Pros & Cons

12 Seater Tempo Traveller

Advantages

  • Lower cost than 17-seater
  • More legroom per passenger (fewer seats)
  • Easier to maneuver on narrow roads
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Sufficient for most family groups

Limitations

  • Cannot accommodate 13+ people
  • Less luggage space
  • Fewer seat configuration options
  • May need second vehicle for large families

17 Seater Tempo Traveller

Advantages

  • Carries up to 17 passengers
  • Available in Maharaja luxury variant
  • Better luggage capacity
  • More aisle space
  • Cost-effective for 13-17 people

Limitations

  • ₹2/km more than 12-seater
  • Slightly harder to park
  • Uses more fuel
  • Overkill for groups under 10

Best Use Cases

Choose 12 Seater Tempo Traveller If:

Small groups (8-12)Family pilgrimagesOffice team outingsWeekend getawaysAirport group pickups

Choose 17 Seater Tempo Traveller If:

Larger groups (13-17)Wedding guest transportCorporate team outingsPilgrimage groupsSchool excursions
Our Verdict

Book a 12-seater for groups of 8-12 people to save money and enjoy more space per person. Book a 17-seater for groups of 13-17 where the cost difference is minimal when split among more passengers. The per-person cost of a 17-seater is actually lower for 15+ passengers.

FAQs

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