Best cars under 15 Lakhs: Many people in India still prefer conventional vehicles over electric cars. From entry-level hatchbacks to sub-compact SUVs, a wide variety of options are available in the Indian market. Top automakers in the country keep rolling out new models to cater to budget-conscious buyers. Are you also planning to buy a new car without burning a hole in your pocket? Then look no further as we have compiled a list of some of the best cars under 15 Lakhs in India:
Best Cars under 15 lakhs in India
Maruti Ciaz – Rs 9.30 lakh to Rs 12.29 lakh
The Maruti Ciaz rivals the likes of Volkswagen Virtus, Skoda Slavia, Honda City, and Hyundai Verna in its segment. The Ciaz boasts features like LED Projector Headlamps with DRLs, and slick front bumpers. Inside, it gets the birch blonde wood finish and a spacious cabin. Another interior feature is an advanced SmartPlay Studio. Equipped with the NEXA Safety Shield, the Ciaz also gets an Automatic Transmission.
Key highlights:
- Price: Rs 9.30 lakh to Rs 12.29 lakh
- Engine: 1.5-litre petrol
- Transmissions: 5-MT / 4-AT
- Rivals: Volkswagen Virtus, Skoda Slavia, Honda City, Hyundai Verna
Maruti Baleno – Rs 6.61 lakh to Rs 9.88 lakh
A feature-rich premium hatchback, the Maruti Baleno comes with a more affordable high-end variant compared to its arch rivals – the Hyundai i20 and Tata Altroz. The car boasts some impressive features like a 360-degree camera and a heads-up display. The Baleno is equipped with a 1.2-litre petrol engine capable of churning out 88.50bhp of maximum power and 113Nm of peak torque.
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Key highlights:
- Price: Rs 6.61 lakh to Rs 9.88 lakh
- Engine: 1.2-litre petrol
- Transmissions: 5-MT / 5-AMT
- Rivals: Hyundai i20, Tata Altroz, Citroen C3 and Toyota Glanza
Maruti Ignis – Rs 5.84 lakh to Rs 8.16 lakh
A mid-size hatchback, the Maruti Ignis is pitted against the likes of Maruti Swift and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios in its segment. The Ignis boasts features like a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. In terms of safety, it gets ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors, and dual front airbags. Powering the Ignis is a peppy 1.2L VVT petrol engine that makes 82 bhp of max power and 113 Nm of peak torque.
Key highlights:
- Price: Rs 5.84 lakh to Rs 8.16 lakh
- Engine: 1.2-litre petrol
- Transmissions: 5-MT / 5-AMT
- Rivals: Maruti Swift and Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
Tata Tigor – Rs 6.30 lakh to Rs 8.95 lakh
A subcompact sedan, the Tata Tigor comes equipped with a 1.2L normal petrol engine, mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox and 5-speed AMT automatic transmission. The powerplant generates a max power of 72.41bhp and a peak torque of 95Nm. The price range of the petrol-manual variant is between Rs 6.30 lakh and Rs 8.00 lakh (ex-showroom). The CNG-manual variant’s prices range between Rs 7.80 lakh and Rs 8.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
Key highlights:
- Price: Rs 6.30 lakh to Rs 8.95 lakh
- Engine: 1.2-litre petrol
- Transmissions: 5-MT / 5-AMT
- Rivals: Maruti Suzuki Dzire, Hyundai Aura and Honda Amaze
Nissan Magnite – Rs 6 lakh to Rs 11.02 lakh
An affordable subcompact SUV, the Nissan Magnite gets looks of an SUV with high ground clearance in the budget of micro SUVs and premium hatchbacks. However, premium features like ventilated front seats, an electric sunroof, a wireless charger, and six airbags are missing, while many of its competitors offer these comfort amenities.
Key highlights:
- Price: Rs 6 lakh to Rs 11.02 lakh
- Engine: 1-litre petrol1-litre turbo-petrol
- Transmissions: 5-MT / 5-AMT5-MT / CVT
- Rivals: Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Renault Kiger, Hyundai Venue
Maruti Alto K10 – Rs 3.99 lakh to Rs 5.96 lakh
An entry-level hatchback, the Maruti Alto K10 boasts features like traction control, powered ORVMs, a hill hold assist, a tyre pressure monitoring system, a rear parking camera, and a bigger 8-inch touchscreen system. The car also comes in a CNG avatar and offers a claimed efficiency of up to 33.85 km/kg.
Key highlights:
- Price: Rs 3.99 lakh to Rs 5.96 lakh
- Engine: 1-litre petrol
- Transmissions: 5-MT / 5-AMT
- Rivals: Renault Kwid and Maruti S-Presso
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