Which type of car should you buy under Rs 10 Lakh?
The festive season is back and some people might be thinking of booking their first car. There are a lot of cars to choose from at every price bracket and every segment. The budget of Rs 10 lakh is a sweet spot where you get the widest range of cars to choose from. In this article, we will discuss various types of cars you can buy for under Rs 10 lakh.
Entry-level Hatchback
People buying their first car or upgrading from a two-wheeler to a car, generally look for affordable or entry-level hatchbacks. These types of cars are small and easy to drive around the city. The cars available in this segment are Maruti Suzuki Alto, Maruti Suzuki Celerio, Renault Kwid, and Hyundai Santro. These cars are priced well below Rs 10 lakh and seem to be a good deal when it’s your first car.
Mid-level Hatchback
This segment is a bit over the entry-level hatchback. Cars in this segment get more features and safety over entry-level hatchbacks. These types of cars are best for people who are looking to upgrade from an entry-level hatchback. Cars available in this segment are Maruti Swift, Maruti WagonR, Tata Tiago, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios.
Premium Hatchback
This is a segment where people want to upgrade for the comfort and premium feel of the car. The cars in this segment are feature-loaded, have a good safety rating, deliver decent mileage, and are easy to maintain. Cars available in this segment are Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Tata Altroz, Hyundai i20, Volkswagen Polo, and Honda Jazz.
Compact SUV
This segment is gaining popularity in India. The cars in this segment have an SUV-type styling with high ground clearance and a good road presence. They are generally high on safety too. They have a high seating position compared to cars in the hatchback and sedan segment. This type of car is best for people who drive around the city and also for those who drive on bad roads. Some of the cars that can be a good option under Rs 10 lakh are Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza VXi (Rs 10.07 lakh, on-road Mumbai), Kia Sonet HTK1.2 petrol (Rs 9.24lakh, on-road Mumbai), Hyundai Venue S 1.2 petrol (Rs 9.10 lakh, on-road Mumbai), Nissan Magnite XL Turbo CVT (Rs 9.92 lakh, on-road Mumbai), Recently launched Tata Punch Adventure AMT (Rs 8.21 lakh, on-road Mumbai) and Tata Nexon XE (Rs 8.68 lakh, on-road Mumbai) and XM (Rs 9.82 lakh, on-road Mumbai).
Compact Sedan
This car offers the looks and premium feel of a sedan but the length of the car is restricted to be below four meters. The cars in this segment are a good deal as they offer features, comfort, and separate boot space. Cars available in this segment are Maruti Suzuki Dzire, Tata Tigor, Hyundai Aura, and Honda Amaze.
Sedan
This is a segment for those who have comfort and safety as their topmost priority. The cars in this segment are known to give that up-market feel and sense of pride to the owner. Buying a sedan is more of an aspiration than a need. Cars that you can buy in this segment are Maruti Suzuki Ciaz Sigma 1.5 (Rs 10.07, on-road Mumbai) Skoda Rapid Rider Plus (Rs 9.53 lakh, on-road Mumbai), and the fourth generation Honda City SV (Rs 10.72 lakh, on-road Mumbai). For Maruti Suzuki Ciaz and Honda City, you might have to stretch a bit but the cars are worth every penny you spend. They offer good space, both in the cabin as well as for storage in the boot.
MPV
Although the choice is restricted in the MPV segment you still get cars under Rs 10 Lakh that you can buy. The Datsun Go+ is a seven-seater that can accommodate five adults and two kids in its third row. The top-end variant Datsun Go+ T(O) CVT is available for Rs. 8.22 lakh (on-road Mumbai). The second car in the MPV segment is the Renault Triber this is perfect for a family of five adults and two kids or a family of five who carries a lot of luggage. The third row can be removed to increase boot space. The Renaut Triber top-end variant RXZ EASY-R AMT with dual-tone is priced at Rs 9.25 lakh (on-road Mumbai).
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