Maruti Suzuki Alto K10: One of the country’s most affordable and practical family cars, the Alto K10 has an ex-showroom price ranging from ₹3,69,900 to ₹5.45 lakh. It features a conventional hatchback design with a honeycomb grille and stylish headlamps. Inside, the car gets a dual-tone finish, a digital instrument cluster and, on higher variants, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support.
The Alto K10 is powered by a 998cc K10C petrol engine that produces 68 bhp and 91 Nm of torque. The engine is paired with either a 5-speed manual or an automatic (AMT) gearbox. Standard safety features include six airbags, ABS with EBD and rear parking sensors. The petrol-manual variant offers a claimed mileage of 24.39 km/l, while the automatic variant delivers up to 24.9 km/l.
Maruti Suzuki S-Presso: It is a suitable option for buyers looking for a micro-SUV-like experience on a tight budget. Its ex-showroom price starts at ₹3,49,900. The S-Presso features a bold and upright design, with a high stance, squared-off wheel arches and a muscular front grille. Inside, the centre-mounted digital instrument cluster and 7-inch SmartPlay Studio infotainment system give the cabin a modern and youthful look.
For performance, the S-Presso gets the same 998cc K-Series petrol engine as the Alto, producing 68.5 PS of power and 91 Nm of torque. It is available with both manual and AMT transmission options. For safety, the S-Presso is built on Suzuki’s HEARTECT platform and comes equipped with dual airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), hill-hold assist and ABS. The AMT variant offers a claimed mileage of up to 25.30 kmpl.
Renault Kwid: In this budget segment, the Kwid has remained popular among young buyers for its stylish design and premium appeal. Currently, its ex-showroom price starts at ₹4,29,900, bringing the base variant under ₹5 lakh. In terms of design, the Kwid gets a mini-crossover-like appearance, featuring LED DRLs, roof rails and good ground clearance. The cabin is fairly spacious and comes with a large 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
Under the hood, the Kwid gets a 999cc three-cylinder petrol engine that produces around 67 bhp of power and 91 Nm of torque. It is available with a 5-speed manual and an AMT gearbox operated via a rotary dial. In terms of safety, the car comes with essential features such as dual airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and a rear camera. The Kwid offers a claimed mileage of around 21.46 to 22.3 kmpl.
Tata Tiago: The Tiago is considered one of the more robust and safety-focused cars in this segment, with the base variant available at an ex-showroom starting price of ₹4,69,990. In terms of design, the Tiago looks sporty and sharp, featuring Tata’s signature grille and muscular body lines. Inside, the car gets a premium-quality cabin with comfortable fabric seats, a dual-tone dashboard and a practical layout, making it comfortable for long journeys. Tata Tiago claims to deliver 20 kmpl for petrol variants.