Indian customers usually seek value-for-money vehicles that provide new-age features, decent mileage, and affordability. Car manufacturers also attempt to wow consumers in this category with flashy design, new-age tech, and safety. If you plan to purchase a vehicle for less than ₹10 lakh, these five robust options are worth your attention in 2025.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Baleno is one of the top choices in the budget premium hatchback segment. It costs between ₹6.74 lakh and ₹9.96 lakh ex-showroom. The vehicle is on offer in both petrol and CNG options. For top petrol variants, an AMT transmission is also on offer. The biggest change is the fitting of 6 airbags as a standard feature on all variants, improving safety across all models.
Tata Punch
Tata Punch is yet another popular choice in this segment. In fact, it was the top-selling vehicle of 2024. Its ex-showroom price is between ₹6.20 lakh to ₹10.17 lakh. Punch comes loaded with features such as a voice-assisted electric sunroof, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and cruise control. With its bold styling and smart technology, it is best suited for city riding.
Maruti Swift
Maruti Swift is a popular favorite that has done 20 years in India. This hatchback comes only with a petrol engine. Its starting price is ₹6.49 lakh and goes up to ₹9.50 lakh (ex-showroom). Swift returns stunning mileage — nearly 24.80 kmpl with manual gear and up to 25.75 kmpl with AMT — which makes it an affordable option.
Hyundai Venue
Venue is the sole SUV on this list and offers a premium touch to the sub ₹10 lakh segment. Its ex-showroom price begins at ₹7.94 lakh and extends to ₹13.53 lakh. It also has petrol and diesel variants. The major highlights are a dual camera dashcam, drive modes, electric sunroof, air purifier, six airbags, and ADAS safety features.
Maruti Fronx
Maruti Fronx was launched in April 2023 and gained popularity very soon. Its price begins at ₹7.59 lakh and reaches ₹13.11 lakh. It has already set a number of records, such as fastest 1 lakh unit exports. The car features head-up display, wireless charging, 360-degree camera, and rear AC vents—features not common in lower segments.
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