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Top 10 Cars to Consider Below ₹10 Lakhs in India in 2025

Dr. Supreena Narayanan

26 May 2025, 01:26 PM

Top 10 Cars to Consider Below ₹10 Lakhs in India in 2025
If you are to buy a new car in 2025 in India, you need to keep in mind your ideal budget. When it comes to cars in India, there are a plethora of options to choose from that offers flamboyance, performance, and safety at a price below ₹10 lakhs.

What Makes Cars Below ₹10 Lakhs Desirable?

Here are the reasons why you should be purchasing a car below ₹10 lakhs:
  • Price point that gets you lot of features 
  • Demands less attention for maintaining and less fuel consumption 
  • Access to easy financing options 
  • Best suited for city and suburb driving 
So, here are the affordable models without paying any overhead costs down the line:

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Price: (ex-showroom) ₹6.75 – ₹9.88 lakh 

Fuel Category: Petrol 

Mileage: 22.35 km/l 

Transmission Category: Manual / AMT 

Reasons to Buy: well-packaged premium hatchback offering contemporary styling, durable powertrain, and pleasant ride quality 

Tata Punch

Tata Punch

Price Range: ₹6.13 – ₹9.70 lakh 

Fuel Category: Petrol / CNG 

Mileage: 26.99 km/kg (CNG) 

Transmission Category: Manual / AMT 

Reasons to Buy: A 5-star Global NCAP safety-rated micro SUV with great ground clearance and intelligence features.

Hyundai Exter

Hyundai Exter

Price Range: ₹6.13 – ₹10 lakh 

Fuel Category: Petrol / CNG 

Fuel Economy: 27.1 km/kg 

Transmission Category: Manual / AMT 

Reasons to Buy: Chic hatchback with SUV design and digital instrument cluster, voice-enabled sunroof, and segment-first features 

2025 New Generation Maruti Swift

Maruti Suzuki Swift

Price Range: ₹ 6.49 – ₹ 9.64 lakh 

Fuel Category: Petrol / CNG 

Fuel Efficiency: 25.75 km/l  

Transmission Category: Manual / AMT 

Reasons to Buy: A brand-new platform, refined design, and excellent fuel economy put this iconic hatchback back in the winner’s circle in 2025. 

Renault Kiger

Renault Kiger

Price Range: ₹6.59 – ₹10 lakh 

Fuel Category: Petrol 

Mileage: 19.17 km/l 

Transmission Category: Manual / CVT 

Reasons to Buy: Mid-sized SUV, Turbo-petrol option in option, Attractive Looks, Spacious interiors 

Maruti Suzuki Fronx (Sigma Trim)

Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Price: ₹7.51 lakh onwards 

Fuel Category: Petrol 

Mileage: 22.89 km/l 

Transmission Category: Manual 

Reasons to Buy: Stylish crossover with a coupe-like stance, lightweight architecture and luxurious interiors. 

Tata Altroz

Tata Altroz

Price Range: ₹6.65 – ₹10 lakh 

Type of fuel: Petrol / CNG / Diesel 

Mileage: 23.64 km/l 

Transmission Category: Manual / DCA 

Reasons to Buy: Altroz offers a solid build quality along with good ride and handling abilities, engine options. 

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

Pricing: ₹5.92 – ₹8.56 lakh 

Fuel Category: Petrol / CNG 

Mileage: 27 km/kg (CNG) 

Transmission Category: Manual / AMT 

Reasons to Buy: A sensible hatchback with family-friendly, practical elements, a decent-sized boot and smooth engine performance 

Citroën C3

Citroën C3

Cost: ₹6.16 – ₹8.92 lakh 

Fuel Category: Petrol 

Mileage: 19.3 km/l 

Transmission Category: Manual 

Reasons to Buy: C3 brings quirky design, an element of French (and sporty) flair with peppy performance in the sub-₹10 lakh segment. 

Maruti Suzuki WagonR

Maruti Suzuki WagonR

Prices: ₹5.54 – ₹7.38 lakh 

Fuel Category: Petrol / CNG 

Fuel Efficiency: 34.05 km/kg 

Transmission Category: Manual / AMT 

Reasons to Buy: Trusted tall-boy design with easy entrance, good fuel economy, and good resale value. 

Which one is the appropriate car for you?

Here are some quick tips:
  • Safety is paramount: Look for GNCAP ratings and features like ABS, airbags and rear parking sensors. 
  • Mileage counts: If you drive every day with your car, you may want to pay at least a little bit more attention to the mileage as you can save big over time and with higher mileage you do long-term costs on fuel. 
  • City vs highway– smaller hatchbacks are suited for city traffic while compact SUVs are more suited to mixed use. 
  • Support after selling: Choose brands that have good dealership and service networks. 

What to Expect from Cars in 2025?

  • Connected-car tech: Voice commands, smartphone connectivity and speakers, plus remote operation. 
  • Touchscreen Infotainment: - Android Auto and Apple CarPlay 
  • Maximum features: Even mid-variants get Cruise Control & Auto Headlamps 
  • CNG From Factory: For the petrol-heads interested only in maximum mile-per-gallon. 
  • Six airbags (from 1 January): The impending safety reg. 
Want to protect your investment? Find out about the Best Car in India at CarOnPhone to secure your new vehicle!

Final Thoughts

2025 offers something for most inhabitants of the Indian automobile market — even for sub-₹10 lakhs. Be it a hatchback such as the Maruti Suzuki Swift or an entry-level SUV such as the Tata Punch, the options are plenty. Modern-day budget cars at CarOnPhone are way ahead in terms of design, safety and tech.

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