Top 10 BS6 complaint cars in India

BS6 norms will initiate from 1 April 2020. So most auto manufacturers have started rolling out the BS6 versions of the vehicles. Below is our list of top 10 BS6 vehicles you can buy today. The criteria for selecting the best BS6 cars will be according to the – Best value proposition, safety and features. We will make the order of list with the progressive segment.

1. Tata Tiago

Tata Tiago starts with Rs 4.60 lakhs(ex-showroom). Tata Tiago has 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 84 bhp max power and 113 Nm peak torque. Considering the power, it is the most powerful BS6 vehicle in its segment. It offers the best ride quality in the segment. Tata Tiago has scored four-star rating at GNCAP.

2. Maruti WagonR

Maruti WagonR BS6 compliant model is priced Rs 4.42 lakhs(ex-showroom). It has two engine options- 1.0-litre and 1.2-litre petrol. The 1.0-litre petrol produces 67 bhp of max power and 90 Nm of peak torque. It has the largest headroom and boot space among the rivals. Mileage is the key factor which magnifies the practicality of the vehicle. It gives 18-20 Km/l mileage in real world conditions.

3. Maruti Swift

Maruti Swift is based on the Heartect platform. It is priced at Rs 5.14 lakhs(ex-showroom). It has two engine options- 1.2-litre petrol and 1.3-litre diesel. The 1.2-litre engine produces 82 bhp max power and 113 Nm peak torque. While diesel produces 74 bhp and 190 Nm. Maruti Swift BS6 complaint has best looks and rides quality over its rivals.

4. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios comes with petrol BS6 compliant engine. The petrol engine is 1.2-litre four-cylinder unit. The engine produces 81 bhp max power and 114 Nm peak torque. It is the most refined and silent car in the segment. It has the best interior quality among the rivals. The price starts from Rs 5.05 lakhs(ex-showroom).

5. Renault Triber

Renault Triber falls in MPV segment. But due to its attractive pricing, it makes it one of the best value for money vehicle. The price of Renault Triber starts at Rs 4.99 lakhs(ex-showroom). Renault Triber’s 1.0-litre petrol engine produces 71 bhp max power and 96 Nm peak torque. People with big family and tight budget can consider it as an good option.

6. Tata Altroz

Tata Altoz is a premium hatchback. It was launched recently and has scored 5 star in GNCAP crash test. Tata Altroz is priced at Rs 5.29 lakhs(ex-showroom). It comes loaded with many modern features- auto headlamps, Google assisted infotainment system, etc. The 90-degree opening door adds more practicality. Tata Altroz BS6 1.2-litre petrol engine produces 86 bhp and 113 Nm torque.

7. Toyota Glanza and Maruti Baleno

Toyota Glanza and Maruti Baleno are similar cars with similar features. Both do get the same 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 83 bhp max power and 113 Nm peak torque. Price of Maruti Baleno starts at Rs 5.58 lakhs(ex-showroom). While Toyota Glanza is priced at Rs 7.28 lakhs(ex-showroom). Maruti offers at lower price but Toyota offers at good package.

8 Mahindra XUV 300

Mahindra XUV 300 recently took the tag of India’s safest vehicle. The Mahindra XUV 300 BS6 compliant variant comes with a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol unit. The engine produces 110 bhp max power and 200 Nm peak torque. the engine is paired with 6-speed manual gearbox. Priced at Rs 8.30 lakhs makes it expensive in segment but worth every penny.

9. Ford Ecosport

2020 Ford Ecosport has been upgraded with BS6 compliant engine. The Ford EcoSport is priced at Rs 8.04 lakhs(ex-showroom). The BS6 variant has the option of 1.5-litre petrol or 1.5-litre diesel engine. The 1.5-litre petrol produces 118 bhp max power and 149 Nm peak torque. While diesel unit produces 99 bhp and 215 Nm peak torque. Ford Ecosport is the most fun to drive vehicle in its segment.

 10. Kia Seltos

Kia Seltos is available with three different engine options- 1.5-litre petrol, 1.4-litre turbo-petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. Impressively all of them are BS6 complaint. The power for engines are as follow- 1.5-litre petrol produces 113.4 bhp, 1.4-litre turbo petrol produces 138 bhp and 1.5-litre diesel produces 113 bhp. Price of Kia Seltos is attractive, starting with Rs 9.89 lakhs(ex-showroom). It is available in 17 different variants. Kia Seltos did get a five-star rating at NCAP.