Budget Cars Under Rs. 6.0 Lakh You Can Buy Right Now

1. Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

The most affordable car on this list of budget cars under Rs. 6.0 lakh is the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10. Over the last couple of decades, the Alto has cemented itself as the best-selling car in India. It received a generation update in 2022 with a safer chassis than before, helping it achieve a 2-star adult safety rating in the Global NCAP test.

The Alto K10 is available with 3 powertrain combinations:

• 1.0L normal petrol-manual
• 1.0L normal petrol-AMT
• 1.0L CNG-manual

Maruti Suzuki’s most affordable car is available in 5 variants with prices ranging from Rs. 3.99 lakh to Rs. 5.96 lakh (ex-showroom).

2. Maruti Suzuki S-Presso

The second most affordable car on the list is also from Maruti Suzuki. Launched in 2018, the S-Presso offers a ground clearance of 180mm, which is higher than the Alto K10 by 13mm. The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso scored a 1-start safety rating from the Global NCAP for adult occupant safety. Despite the low score, it remains a popular option among first-time car buyers in the country thanks to its SUV-like styling and good visibility.

The S-Presso is available with 3 powertrain combinations:

• 1.0L normal petrol-manual
• 1.0L normal petrol-AMT
• 1.0L CNG-manual

Available in 4 variants, the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso costs between Rs. 4.27 lakh and Rs. 6.12 lakh (ex-showroom).

3. Renault Kwid

The Kwid from Renault is a B1-segment hatchback that has been around since 2015. It received a major facelift in 2019 and is seen as an alternative to the Maruti S-Presso and Celerio. Like the S-Presso, the Kwid gets SUV-inspired styling and a high ground clearance of 184mm. In the Global NCAP test, the Renault Kwid received a 1-star safety rating.

The Renault Kwid is offered with 1 engine and 2 transmission options:

• 1.0L normal petrol-manual
• 1.0L normal petrol-AMT

Renault offer the Kwid in 5 variants with prices ranging between Rs. 4.70 lakh to Rs. 6.45 lakh (ex-showroom).

4. Maruti Suzuki Celerio

The next most affordable hatchback under the Rs. 6.0 lakh price bracket is the Celerio from Maruti Suzuki. Currently in its second generation, the Celerio received a comprehensive update in 2021. It offers an adequate ground clearance of 170mm and in terms of safety, it received a 0-star rating from Global NCAP.

The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is offered with 3 powertrain combinations:

• 1.0L normal petrol-manual
• 1.0L normal petrol-AMT
• 1.0L CNG-manual

Offered in 4 variants, the Celerio is priced from Rs. 5.37 lakh to Rs. 7.10 lakh (ex-showroom).

5. Maruti Suzuki WagonR

The WagonR is another popular hatchback from Maruti Suzuki. The boxy dimensions, generous cabin space with more than adequate headroom, and good visibility all around are some of the reasons that continue to draw car buyers to the WagonR. The WagonR offers a ground clearance of 165mm and a decent boot space of 341L.

It is offered with 5 powertrain options:

• 1.0L normal petrol-manual
• 1.0L normal petrol-AMT
• 1.0L CNG-manual
• 1.2L normal petrol-manual
• 1.2L normal petrol-AMT

Available in 4 variants, the Wagon R costs between Rs. 5.55 lakh and Rs. 7.26 lakh

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6. Tata Tiago

Tata’s most affordable hatchback, the Tiago, is a B1-segment hatchback that competes against the likes of the Maruti Suzuki WagonR and Celerio, but also the Swift and the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. The Tiago offers a good selection of features across variants and boasts a 4-star safety rating from the Global NCAP, making it one of the safest cars on this list.

The Tata Tiago is available with 4 powertrain options:

• 1.2L normal petrol-manual
• 1.2L normal petrol-AMT
• 1.2L CNG-manual
• 1.2L CNG-AMT

The Tata Tiago is the first CNG powered hatchback in India to offer the choice of an automatic transmission. Prices for the Tata Tiago range from Rs. 5.65 lakh to Rs. 8.90 lakh.

7. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

The Grand i10 Nios is currently Hyundai’s most affordable car in the Indian market. It rivals the likes of the Maruti Suzuki Swift and Tata Tiago. The Grand i10 Nios is a great option to consider if you aren’t interested in owning a Maruti or Tata car. 

The Grand i10 Nios is available with 3 powertrain options:

• 1.2L normal petrol-manual
• 1.2L normal petrol-AMT
• 1.2L CNG-manual

Prices for the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios range from Rs. 5.92 lakh to Rs. 8.56 lakh (ex-showroom).

8. Maruti Suzuki Swift

The Maruti Suzuki Swift has always been a favourite among car enthusiasts thanks to its sporty design and handling characteristics. The Swift is currently in its third generation and a new model is expected to launch in India in the coming months. Global NCAP gave the current-gen Swift a 1-star safety rating, but the new model is expected to perform much better in the crash tests.

The Maruti Suzuki Swift is available with 3 powertrain options:

• 1.2L normal petrol-manual
• 1.2L normal petrol-AMT
• 1.2L CNG-manual

Available in 4 variants, the Swift is priced between Rs. 5.99 lakh and Rs. 8.89 lakh

9. Maruti Suzuki Ignis

Unlike other Maruti hatchbacks listed here, the Ignis is sold via Maruti Suzuki’s premium Nexa chain of dealerships. The Ignis offers SUV-inspired styling with a tall seating position. It also offers an SUV-rivalling ground clearance of 180mm, which should make the Ignis a breeze to drive over broken roads. The Ignis scored a Global NCAP safety rating of 1-star.

Like the Swift, the Ignis gets 3 powertrain options:

• 1.2L normal petrol-manual
• 1.2L normal petrol-AMT
• 1.2L CNG-manual

The Maruti Suzuki Ignis is available in 4 variants with prices ranging between Rs. 5.84 lakh and Rs. 8.11 lakh (ex-showroom).  

10. Maruti Suzuki Eeco

Unlike all the other cars on the list, the Eeco from Maruti Suzuki is an MPV. It is available with 5 and 7 seat options as well as a fully-kitted ambulance. The Maruti Suzuki Eeco is offered with 2 engine options – a 1.2L normal petrol and 1.2L CNG. Both engines are only available with a manual transmission. Prices for the Maruti Eeco range from Rs. 5.29 lakh to Rs. 8.32 lakh (ex-showroom).

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