The ongoing rage for SUVs is definitely right here to remain. In truth, car consumers are so lured by this physique fashion, carmakers are discovering new methods to make SUVs extra fascinating and accessible. The compact SUV section in India has been essentially the most profitable for a number of years now, however with cars just like the Tata Punch that Tata Motors itself describes as a ‘micro SUV’, and even the Fronx coupe-crossover, with which Maruti has been incessantly beating the SUV drum, it is truthful to say that this physique fashion has been thrown open for all kinds of interpretations. And persons are shopping for into it too.

So, in the event you, like many others, are available in the market for an SUV, listed here are the ten most inexpensive SUVs you should purchase in India proper now.

1. Tata Punch

Price: Rs 6.00 lakh – Rs 9.47 lakh 

The smallest, most inexpensive ‘SUV’ that you may at the moment purchase is the Tata Punch. Admittedly, the Punch is finest described as a jacked-up hatchback, however even with such a compact footprint, it admirably packs in among the traits you’d anticipate from an SUV, notably a tall seating place, ample floor clearance, typical SUV styling and a comparatively powerful construct. It’s powered by the 86hp, 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine from the Tiago and Altroz, and is obtainable with 5-speed MT or AMT gearboxes. The Maruti Ignis could be a logical rival to the Punch, however for its value, which cuts considerably into compact SUV territory, it additionally sees competitors from the Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger.

2. Nissan Magnite

Price: Rs 6.00 lakh – Rs 11.02 lakh 

The Magnite is the entry level into the compact SUV section, and, in reality, it undercuts the entire section even with its top-spec variants. While construct high quality is lower than class requirements, which is the place the prices have been saved, the Magnite continues to be well-equipped and is trendy too. It’s supplied with a 72hp, naturally aspirated 1.0-litre petrol engine or a 100hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine – the previous feels sluggish however the latter is kind of clean and punchy. As for gearbox choices, a 5-speed guide is normal, whereas the turbo-petrol additionally will get a CVT computerized. The Magnite additionally doesn’t have essentially the most supple trip high quality, but it surely’s a straightforward car to drive and dwell with.

3. Renault Kiger

Price: Rs 6.50 lakh – Rs 11.23 lakh 

The Kiger is a sibling to the Nissan Magnite, each fashions being primarily based on the identical CMF-A+ platform from the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Naturally, the Kiger’s strengths are just like the Magnite – it is spacious, well-equipped and has a peppy turbo-petrol engine underneath the hood. Like the Magnite, the Kiger additionally undercuts your entire section with its value, which implies it is incredible worth for cash. Where the Kiger does have a slight benefit is on the powertrain entrance – the Kiger’s naturally aspirated petrol engine moreover will get an AMT gearbox, whereas different powertrains are frequent between each fashions. However, right here too, cost-cutting measures are evident within the construct high quality and cabin supplies.

4. Hyundai Venue

Price: Rs 7.72 lakh – Rs 13.18 lakh

The Venue is a jack of all trades. It’s supplied throughout a large value band and with a number of powertrain choices – there’s an 83hp, 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol, a 120hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol and a 115hp, 1.5-litre diesel engine. Gearbox choices embody a 5-speed guide, 6-speed iMT and 7-speed DCT for the petrols and a 6-speed guide for the diesel. The Venue is a user-friendly compact SUV as its engines are clean and refined, controls are mild, it is generously geared up with options, and ergonomics are spot on. However, it’s not good – it isn’t the comfiest or most spacious of compact SUVs, neither is it the hardest, but it surely does moderately effectively in most areas.

5. Kia Sonet

Price: Rs 7.79 lakh – Rs 14.89 lakh 

The Sonet is a sibling to the Venue, which implies each fashions share their underpinnings and powertrains. But the place the Sonet has a definite benefit is the truth that it gives the diesel engine with a 6-speed torque converter gearbox. Although expensive, the diesel-AT powertrain is, in reality, the decide of the vary within the Sonet line-up. It gives an incredible mixture of smoothness, gas effectivity and torque, permitting the Sonet to drive like a bigger, extra premium car. And whereas it is equally well-equipped because the Venue, the cons are carried over too, which implies the again seat is not as spacious and the trip can really feel a bit uneven.

6. Tata Nexon

Price: Rs 7.80 lakh – Rs 14.35 lakh 

The Nexon was India’s most offered SUV in 2022 and has fairly a number of causes to be so likeable. Perhaps crucial facet for a purchaser is that it’s one among solely two cars within the sub-compact SUV area with a 5-star Global NCAP score. It additionally seems to be trendy and is decently well-equipped in its higher-spec trims. As for powertrains, the 110hp, 1.2-litre turbo-petrol unit is refined however efficiency isn’t full of life. The 110hp, 1.5-litre diesel has a wider spectrum of talents. Both engines are supplied with 5-speed MT or AMT gearboxes. One of the most important highlights of the Nexon is its incredible trip and dealing with stability which makes for long-distance car.

7. Maruti Suzuki Brezza

Price: Rs 8.29 lakh – Rs 14.14 lakh

Regularly buying and selling prime gross sales spot with the Nexon, the Brezza is a good all-rounder for these in search of a sensible, household compact SUV. It’s supplied with a single 103hp, 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine with mild-hybrid know-how that comes mated to both a 5-speed MT or a 6-speed torque convertor computerized gearbox. But whereas there’s a single-engine choice to select from, the Brezza is the one SUV within the section to be supplied with a factory-fitted CNG equipment. It additionally stays one of the vital spacious and cozy SUVs in its class, and in its latest-gen guise, it is geared up to the brim, a few of which aren’t even supplied by rival. However, the weak engine efficiency won’t fulfill these in search of a punchy SUV really feel, and it’s additionally not the value-for-money providing that it as soon as was once.

8. Mahindra XUV300

Price: Rs 8.41 lakh – Rs 14.14 lakh 

The XUV300 is among the older SUVs on this checklist, and hasn’t acquired any replace for fairly some time now. That age exhibits in its inside design and tools checklist, however seat consolation and cabin area are good and its width additionally makes it a greater five-seater than most rivals. Along with the Nexon, the XUV300 is simply the second compact SUV with a 5-star Global NCAP score. It’s supplied with a 117hp, 1.5-litre, diesel engine that may be very likeable for its torque-ey nature. The 110hp, 1.2-litre turbocharged unit is quiet and refined however energy supply at low speeds isn’t the smoothest. Both engines get a 6-speed guide or AMT gearboxes. The decide of the vary, nevertheless, could be the 130hp, 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine with a 6-speed MT gearbox for its sporty and enjoyable character. The XUV300 additionally has trip and dealing with stability, which makes it one of many extra fun-to-drive SUVs in its class.

9. Mahindra Bolero Neo

Price: Rs 9.63 lakh – Rs 12.14 lakh 

This here’s a true-blue SUV at this value vary, or as shut because it will get with no 4×4 system. The Bolero Neo is underpinned by a ladder-frame chassis with a longitudinally mounted, 100hp, 1.5-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-diesel engine and rear-wheel drive, aimed toward those that desire a tricky compact SUV that may deal with unhealthy roads simply. With a 5+2 seating format in a sub-4m footprint, the Bolero Neo is in a section of its personal. It lacks the sophistication of most city compact SUVs, however as a substitute gives a toughness the remainder merely can’t match. In essence, the Bolero Neo is a extra upmarket various to the usual Bolero, including some trendy options, a nicer inside and larger consolation, though the third row with side-facing bounce seats is cramped and unsafe.

10. Mahindra Bolero

Price: Rs 9.78 lakh – Rs 10.79 lakh  

Reliable and rugged, the Mahindra Bolero is one among India’s bestselling utility automobiles, but it surely has been round for ages, so don’t anticipate a lot by the use of sophistication or consolation. The lack of any trendy creature comforts, flawed ergonomics and a utilitarian inside means there’s no hiding the Bolero’s classic. It’s solely out there with the 76hp, 1.5-litre, three-cylinder diesel engine that comes mated to a 5-speed guide gearbox. Low-speed responses are first rate and engine refinement is spectacular for a utilitarian car like this. But the Bolero is a workhorse via and thru – it is meant to haul folks and cargo, and that it does sufficiently effectively, whereas additionally justifying being categorised as an ‘SUV’.

All costs ex-showroom, Delhi

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