12 Best Cars Under Rs. 7 Lakh On-Road Price In India

If you’re in the market for buying a new car with a calculated budget, there are plenty of options for you to explore. At the lower end of the spectrum, you have functional vehicles like the Alto K10 and the Renault Kwid, which provide an economical commute option for people from all walks of life.

On the other hand, you can get premium hatchbacks like the Tata Tigor or Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. Compact SUVs are also available, such as the Tata Punch, Hyundai Exter, and the Renault Kiger. A seven-seater option is also available, which we’ve listed at the end of the article.

Alto K10

Best Compact Hatchbacks Under Rs. 7 Lakh On-Road Price

The first car on the list belongs to one of the most popular four-wheeler models in the country: the Alto K10. It features a 998 cc three-cylinder petrol engine that produces 68 PS of peak power and 91.1 Nm of peak torque. It is available with both five-speed manual and AMT transmission options.

The key features of the vehicle include a speed-sensing auto door lock, six airbags as standard, ABS with EBD, a reverse parking sensor, an electronic stability program, a 17.78 cm SmartPlay Studio touchscreen audio system with support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, remote keyless entry, and a roof antenna.

Maruti S-Presso

Sharing its engine with the Alto K10, the Maruti S-Presso offers a slightly higher ground clearance. The automaker claims a mileage of around 24 km/l with the manual variant and over 25 km/l with the AMT variant. A budget of Rs. 7 lakh (on-road price) gives you the option to purchase the top trims of the vehicle as well.

The naturally-aspirated petrol engine offers 68.5 PS of peak power and 91.1 Nm of peak torque, while the CNG engine offers 56.& PS of peak power and 82.1 Nm of peak torque. The top trims offer features like a dynamic center console, front cabin lamp, rear parcel tray, front power windows, and a digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity and two speakers.

The safety features include an electronics stability program, hill hold control on the automated transmission version, ABS with EBD, reverse parking sensors, pedestrian protection, and speed-sensitive door locks.  

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Renault Kwid

Renault Kwid, an A-segment small hatchback, is among the most feature-rich vehicles under Rs. 7 lakh. Given the car’s affordable nature, you can purchase its second-top variant, the Kwid RXT trim, within the stipulated budget. In fact, you can also purchase the automatic transmission version in the RXT trim, well below the Rs. 7 lakh on-road price.

No matter which variant you get, you’ll get a 999cc three-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine that produces 69 PS of peak power and 92.5 Nm of peak torque. The engine is available with a five-speed manual or a five-speed automated manual transmission.

If you go with the top Climber trim with a manual transmission, you get features like ORVMs (electrically adjustable) with turn indicators, dual-tone flex wheels, arching roof rails, front and rear skid plates, projector headlamps with white accents, fast USB charger, 20.32 cm infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and a reverse parking camera.

Among the safety features are dual front airbags, pedestrian protectors, ABS + EBD, hill start assist in the AMT variant, and a tire pressure monitoring system.

Tata Tiago

If you’re looking for the safest and most affordable hatchback, the Tata Tiago is perhaps your only option. Starting from Rs. 4.99 lakhs (ex-showroom) for the baseline XE petrol variant, you can get the Tiago XM petrol or the Tiago XE CNG for under Rs. 7 lakh on-road price.

If you’re going with the XM trim, you can get 86 PS of peak power and 113 Nm of peak torque, while the XE CNG trim offers 75.5 PS of power and 96.5 Nm of torque. Both engine options are paired with a five-speed manual transmission.

The XM petrol trim offers an infotainment system with two speakers, central locking with a flip key, R14 dual-tone wheel covers, day/night IRVMs, and follow-me-home headlamps. The lower XE CNG trim offers rear parking sensors, fabric seats, a digital instrument cluster, illuminated steering, and R13 steel wheels.

Among the key safety features are dual airbags, an anti-lock braking system with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), an electronic stability program, and rear parking sensors.  

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Maruti Celerio

If you’re looking for a spacious and economical drive, you can’t go wrong with the Maruti Suzuki Celerio. Compared to the more affordable cars, the Celerior provides additional space. With its 998 cc K10C three-cylinder engine (68.5 PS / 91.1 Nm), the Celerio claims a mileage of around 25 km/l for the manual variants.

Celerio VXi’s key features include body-colored ORVMs, body-colored door handles, full wheel covers, day/night IRVM, 60:40 rear split seats, central locking, powered windows (front/rear), electrically adjustable outside mirrors, and idle start/stop.

Among the key safety features are six airbags, three-point seatbelts, pedestrian protection, ABS with EBD, an electronic stability program, speed-sensitive auto door locks, and reverse parking sensors.

Maruti WagonR

Next, we have the Maruti WagonR, one of the most popular vehicles in the budget segment. The vehicle is available with two engine options, but only the 1.0L K10C 998cc (three-cylinder) petrol engine, available on the LXi and VXi trims, fits our budget.

Given that the VXi trim is well within our budget, we’ll discuss its features. For instance, the vehicle offers dual-tone interiors, day/night IRVM, an instrument cluster, remote keyless entry, power windows (front/rear), rear parcel tray, and a SmartPlay dock with Bluetooth and two speakers.

The safety features include six airbags, an anti-lock braking system with EBD, an electronic stability program, three-point seatbelts, a speed-sensitive auto door lock, a security alarm, rear parking sensors, and central locking.

Maruti Ignis

• Starting Price: Rs. 5.85 lakhs (ex-showroom)
• Dimensions: 3700 x 1690 x 1595 mm
• Ground Clearance: 180 mm
• Wheelbase: 2435 mm
• Engine Options: 1.2L VVT (4-cylinder) NA petrol engine
• Tire Size: 175/65 R15
• Boot Capacity: 260 liters
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 32 liters

Another deserving candidate to enter our list of the best cars under Rs. 7 lakh on-road price in India is the Maruti Ignis, which is the most affordable car from the company that offers the capable and reliable 1.2L VVT (four-cylinder) naturally-aspirated petrol engine that produces 82.9 PS of peak power and 113 Nm of peak torque. Given the vehicle’s lightweight, the engine responds well.

The variant that fits well within our budget is the Ignis Sigma, which offers features such as body-colored door handles, body-colored ORVMs, driver and co-driver sun visors, front power windows, and an auto-down driver power window. Among the key safety features are high-speed warnings, seatbelt reminders, electronic stability programs, key left reminders, immobilizers, and rear parking sensors.

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Best B1-Segment Hatchbacks Under Rs. 7 Lakh On-Road Price

Tata Tigor

Next on the list of the best cars under Rs. 7 lakh on-road price is another vehicle from Indian automaker Tata Motors: the Tigor. It is a subcompact sedan that offers decent ground clearance, a capable engine, and a massive boot space of 419 liters. For those who base their decisions on safety ratings, the Tigor has also received a four-star rating from the Global NCAP.

Within the stipulated budget, you can opt for the Tigor XE (base variant), which offers features such as three-dimensional headlamps, fabric seat upholstery, a front power outlet, a digital instrument cluster, a front wiper (with seven-speed), tinted glass, and manually adjustable outside mirrors.

Please note that this particular variant does not include a car infotainment system: it comes without a touchscreen and speakers. Among the key safety features are an engine immobilizer, driver and co-driver airbags, ABS with EBD and corner stability control, seat belt pre-tensioners, and rear parking sensors.

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

Continuing the list of the best cars under Rs. 7 lakh (on-road) price is the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, which offers plush interiors, excellent fit-finish, and a reliable 1.2L (four-cylinder) naturally-aspirated petrol engine that produces 83 PS of peak power and 113.8 Nm of peak torque, making it suitable for everyday use and occasional highway rides.

Among the key features of the hatchback include LED taillamps, footwell lighting, a 3.5-inch multi-information display, keyless entry, front power windows, and adjustable rear headrests. It is worth noting that the car doesn’t come with an audio system, which is available on the Magna trim.

The key safety features of the vehicle include front and side airbags, an anti-lock braking system with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), speed-sensing auto door lock, impact-sensing auto door unlock, central locking, seatbelt reminder, and rear parking sensors.

Best Compact SUVs Under Rs. 7 Lakh On-Road Price

Tata Punch

Next on the list is the safest car under Rs. 7 lakh on-road price in India, the Tata Punch. It scored a perfect five-star adult occupant safety rating in Global NCAP’s crash test, something that has motivated thousands of buyers to purchase the vehicle. Additionally, it offers a commanding driving position, along with decent ground clearance and a spacious boot.

Powering the Tata Punch is Tata’s 1.2L Revotron NA petrol engine, which produces 87.8 PS of peak power and 115 Nm of peak torque, paired with a five-speed manual transmission. Given our budget constraint, we’ll be examining the base Pure trim of the Punch, which features a 90-degree opening door, three-point seatbelts, integrated indicators on the outside rearview mirrors (ORVM), and a four-inch digital cluster.

Among the active safety features are dual front airbags, an electronic stability program, rear parking sensors, ISOFIX provisions, and central locking.

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Hyundai Exter

Next, we have another SUV from the Korean automaker known for its premium fit, finish, and cabin comfort, along with a tried-and-tested, reliable NA petrol engine and a high enough ground clearance to ride on bumpy terrains: the Hyundai Exter. The vehicle is slightly shorter than other compact SUVs, but it falls within the B1 segment.

Powered by a 1.2L Kappa (four-cylinder) naturally-aspirated petrol engine that produces 83 PS of peak power and 113.8 Nm of peak torque, the Exter is only available with a five-speed manual transmission at an under Rs. 7 lakh on-road price. Among the key features of the vehicle are central locking with a foldable key, a three-point seatbelt, LED taillights, a digital instrument cluster, and a motor-driven power steering system.

The key safety features of the vehicle include six airbags, an anti-lock braking system with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), a rear parking sensor, a speed-sensing auto door lock, an impact-sensing auto door unlock, a child seat anchor (ISOFIX), a burglar alarm, a high-speed alert system, and an emergency stop signal.

Renault Kiger

If you’re looking for a more spacious compact SUV than the Renault Kiger, you can pick up its base variant for under Rs. 7 lakhs (on-road price). It is not only longer but also wider than Hyundai’s compact SUV. Simultaneously, it also offers a higher ground clearance for navigating tricky terrain.

Given that it’s the baseline model within our budget, we’re considering the RXE trim, which features a 1.0L 999cc (three-cylinder) naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces 72 PS of peak power and 96 Nm of peak torque. Among the key features of the vehicle are LED DRLs, steel wheels, fabric upholstery, a three-spoke steering wheel, an LED instrument cluster (but no audio system), and remote keyless entry.

Among the safety features are front airbags, an anti-lock braking system, an Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), an electronic stability program, a tire pressure monitoring system, a traction control system, and a hill-start assist. The baseline variant also comes with reverse parking sensors. It is worth mentioning here that the Kiger is among the few vehicles in the segment with a four-star adult safety rating from Global NCAP.

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Best MPV Under Rs. 7 Lakh On-Road Price

Renault Triber

If you’re looking for a seven-seater on a budget, the Renault Triber is your only option. The base variant — RXE — is priced at Rs. 6.14 lakh (ex-showroom), and with registration and insurance, you can expect to pay just under Rs. 7 lakh on-road. If you’re able to negotiate a reasonable price, you can also save between Rs. 15,000 and Rs. 20,000.

The Renault Triber RXE is powered by a 999cc three-cylinder engine at its core, producing a maximum power output of 72 PS and a maximum torque of 96 Nm. In this model, the engine is coupled with a five-speed manual transmission. Regarding features, it comes with projector headlamps, black outside rearview mirrors (ORVMs), a dual-tone dashboard, front and rear power windows, second-row air conditioning, and remote keyless entry.

It also features numerous safety systems, including a seatbelt reminder, rear seatbelt reminder, front airbags, ABS, EBD with brake assist, electronic stability control, tire pressure monitoring system, traction control system, and hill-start assist. Last but not least, the Triber scored a four-star rating for adult occupants from Global NCAP in 2021.

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