Upcoming Cars Under ₹10 Lakh to ₹15 Lakh: The budget of ₹10 lakh to ₹15 lakh in the Indian car market is forceful for those who want to buy their new car with style, modern features and a better driving experience. This segment includes the Hyundai Creta 2026, the Hyundai Creta 1i, and the Volkswagen Virtus facelift. So let’s know about this car in detail.
Volkswagen Virtus Facelift
Volkswagen Virtus is known in India for its attractive design and turbo-petrol engine. Now the company is working on its facelift model, which is expected to get some cosmetic changes and new features compared to the existing car. If you want to buy a premium sedan instead of an SUV, then this car can be an interesting option for you.
The Volkswagen Virtus facelift is priced at Rs 11.99 lakh, ex-showroom (Delhi). Its launch timeline is December 2026. However, the company is yet to confirm the exact launch date and price. In terms of design, the new Virtus is expected to get changed lighting, an updated front look and some new styling elements.
In terms of engine, it is expected to retain the existing 1.0-litre and 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine options. Reports suggest that the 1.0-litre TSI engine may also receive a new 8-speed automatic gearbox.
Hyundai Creta 2026
Hyundai Creta is one of the most popular SUVs in the Indian market. Now there are also expectations about the Hyundai Creta 2026, with the company expected to introduce an updated design and some new features. It is expected to be priced around Rs 11 lakh. Its launch date is 25 December 2026. But Hyundai has not confirmed all the information.
The new Creta facelift comes with a host of changes to the exterior design and cabin. However, it is not yet clear whether the company will introduce it as an entirely new generation or update the existing model. The new model includes the 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines, as well as the manual transmission. The situation will be clear only after the official information about the second engine and gearbox option comes out.
Hyundai HE1i Compact EV
The Hyundai HE1i Compact EV is one of the most anticipated electric cars in India. The Tata Nexon EV rivals the likes of the Mahindra XUV3XO EV and the Tata Punch EV. The price of Hyundai HE1i Compact EV may start at around ₹10 lakh, while its launch date is said to be November 15, 2026.
In design the electric SUV is expected to feature a boxy shape, high roofline, roof rails and modern LED lighting. During testing, the presence of its sunroof and ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) has also been revealed. The cabin is expected to feature a digital instrument cluster, touchscreen infotainment system, wireless smartphone connectivity and other modern features.
Talking about the battery and range, reports suggest that Hyundai can offer it with two battery options, and its range can be up to 500 kilometres. It is also expected to come with DC fast charging.