India’s ultra-rich, including Mukesh Ambani, Gautam Adani, and others, are known for their opulent tastes, especially when it comes to cars. These billionaires own some of the most expensive and luxurious vehicles, blending safety, power, and exclusivity. Here’s a look at the cars they drive.
Mukesh Ambani – Bulletproof Mercedes S680 Guard
Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries, drives a Mercedes-Benz S-680 Guard, an armored vehicle worth Rs 10 crore. Known for its bulletproof protection, this car can withstand rifle fire, explosives, and even chemical attacks. The Ambani family owns four of these luxury sedans.
Gautam Adani – Range Rover SV Autobiography LWB
Gautam Adani, founder of the Adani Group, drives a Range Rover SV Autobiography LWB, priced at Rs 5.76 crore. It features a 4.4L engine with 434 bhp, offering both luxury and power. Adani is also known to own several other new-generation Range Rovers.
Cyrus Poonawalla – Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII
Cyrus Poonawalla, the founder of Serum Institute, owns a Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII. This sedan, powered by a 6.75L V12 engine, is a symbol of luxury and prestige in his collection.
Shiv Nadar – Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII and Bentley Mulsanne
Shiv Nadar, founder of HCL, owns two luxury vehicles: a Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII and a Bentley Mulsanne. The Mulsanne, with a 6.75L V8 engine, competes with the Rolls-Royce in terms of luxury and performance.
Dilip Shanghvi – Rolls-Royce Ghost
Dilip Shanghvi, founder of Sun Pharmaceuticals, drives a Rolls-Royce Ghost, powered by a 6.75L twin-turbocharged V12 engine. The luxury sedan, finished in white, adds to Shanghvi’s refined car collection.
Lakshmi Nivas Mittal – Mercedes-Maybach S 500
Lakshmi Mittal, chairman of ArcelorMittal, prefers the Mercedes-Maybach S 500 in London. This luxurious sedan is powered by a 4.7L bi-turbo V8 engine and takes luxury to the next level.
Radhakishan Damani – BMW X7
Unlike his billionaire counterparts, Radhakishan Damani, owner of DMart, drives a BMW X7. Known for its imposing stance and luxurious interiors, the X7 is available in multiple engine variants, offering a powerful driving experience.
Kumar Mangalam Birla – Rolls-Royce Ghost EWB
Kumar Mangalam Birla, chairman of Aditya Birla Group, was the first in India to own a Rolls-Royce Ghost EWB. This extended version of the standard Ghost is powered by a 6.75L twin-turbocharged V12 engine and is a part of Birla’s exclusive car collection.
These billionaires continue to push the boundaries of luxury, safety, and performance, making their car collections a symbol of their success and status.
