India is the third-largest auto market in the world and continues to grow with the addition of new vehicles by various car manufacturers with a plethora of choices from affordable hatches and EVs to premium models. Are you planning to buy an automatic variant with diesel being your priority? Look no further as we bring you the list of some of the best diesel automatic cars under 10 lakhs:
Diesel Automatic Cars Under 10 Lakhs
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios AMT
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is one of the most affordable diesel automatic cars under 10 lakhs. Available in a single Sportz trim, this car is priced at Rs 7.91 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi). The feature list includes LED DRLs, automatic climate control, projector headlights, rear parking sensors, dual airbags, ABS with EBD, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an extensive touchscreen infotainment system, and more.
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- Engine – 1.2-litre CRDi
- Power – 74 bhp and 190 Nm
- ARAI Certified Mileage – 26.2km/l
Hyundai Aura
Hyundai Aura can be a good choice for those who prefer sedans over hatchbacks. Essentially an extended version of the Nios, the Aura comes with the same diesel engine. However, it offers more boot space due to its added length. If you travel more and need extra boot space to carry your luggage, the Aura can be your perfect companion. The Hyundai Aura is available in S and SX Plus variants priced at Rs 8.24 lakh and Rs 9.23 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively.
- Engine – 1.2-litre CRDi
- Power – 74 bhp and 190 Nm
- ARAI Certified Mileage – 25.40 km/l
Honda Amaze
The Honda Amaze boasts features like automatic climate control, engine start/stop, and a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It is available in three variants – Amaze S CVT, VX CVT and VX Elite CVT – with prices starting from Rs 8.94 lakh and going up to Rs 9.98 lakh, (ex-showroom).
- Engine – 1.5-litre i-DTEC
- Power – 80 bhp and 160 Nm
- ARAI Certified Mileage – 21 km/l
Tata Nexon
If hatchbacks and sedans are not your type, you can go for a diesel automatic SUV – the popular Tata Nexon, which comes at a starting price of Rs 9.8 lakh (ex-showroom). It offers decent ground clearance and more power. The XM trim boasts features like Dual airbags,LED DRLs, Hill Hold Control, ABS with EBD and ESP, Traction Control, and more.
- Engine – 1.5-litre Revotorq
- Power – 110 bhp and 260 Nm
- ARAI Certified Mileage – 22.4 km/l
Mahindra XUV300
Last but not the least! The Mahindra XUV300 is another SUV on the list of best diesel automatic cars under 10 lakhs. Moreover, the XUV300 is the only compact SUV to have 7 airbags and a Tyre Pressure monitoring system as part of its safety features list. This powerful diesel automatic SUV is priced between Rs 9.99 lakh and Rs 12.69 lakh (ex-showroom).
- Engine – 1.5-litre
- Power – 115 bhp and 300 Nm
- ARAI Certified Mileage – 19.7km/l
