Best automatic cars under Rs 12 lakh!

Having an automatic car relieves us from the constant usage of the clutch pedal. It’s a boon for driving in traffic that also ensures effortless gear changes. The demand for automatics has risen over the years due to its rational convenience. Manufacturers are now offering options of an automatic gearbox in almost every car except a few. Nowadays, even an entry-level car offers an AMT gearbox to attract buyers. The automatic car spectrum has widened like never before. Therefore, we have listed the best automatic cars under Rs 12 lakh.

Tata Altroz

The safest premium hatchback that you can buy for under Rs.12 lakh. Altroz has a 5-star safety rating from the G-NCAP thanks to its ALFA-ARC platform. Tata has made the Altroz an all-rounder package when it comes to driving and feature lists. Tata Altroz also gets a wet clutch DCT gearbox that is designed for Indian road conditions. However, you can only get the automatic with 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that makes 85bhp of power and 113Nm of torque. 

Nissan Magnite

The bold and muscular-looking Magnite is one of the most spacious cars in its segment. Not only is spacious but also it has a long list of features that include a wireless charger, puddle lamps, a 9inch infotainment system, a 360-degree camera, puddle lamps, and many more. The Magnite becomes a value-for-money proposition that offers an SUV stance with plenty of features. You can get the XV Dual-Tone variant at Rs. 11.84 lakh (on-road Mumbai). 

Automatic cars under Rs 12 lakh- Kia Sonet HTK Plus

Kia has nailed the Indian Car Market in a very less time span. Launching products in the SUV segment has made the brand popularise its name. One such car that is being hit is the Sonet. This compact SUV is a feature-loaded car that is available in a variety of powertrain options. Specifically, talking about the automatic variant, you can get the iMT ( Intelligent Manual Transmission) mated to 1.0-litre turbo petrol in the HTK Plus trim package. Priced at Rs. 11.58 lakh (on-road Mumbai) you get the advantage of an automatic as there’s no clutch pedal. It doesn’t work as a conventional automatic gearbox but you can surely rest your left foot.

Maruti Suzuki Baleno

Maruti sells the Baleno under the NEXA dealership network. Currently, being the highest-selling car in NEXA, the Baleno has some segment-first features which attract Baleno buyers. For all the daily commuters it also has an AMT gearbox that returns a claimed mileage of 22.9 kmpl. You get the 1.2-litre DualJet petrol engine. Power figures are decent for the car and its feature list that has 360-degree camera parking, connected car tech, and Heads Up Display is a treat for the buyers.

Automatic cars under Rs 12 lakh- Honda Amaze CVT

Honda Amaze is a popular car in the compact sedan segment. Honda’s trusted smooth and reliable petrol engine along with the advantages of a CVT makes it a perfect car in its segment. Amaze also has a 4-star safety rating from G-NCAP which is quite commendable. Moreover, you also get 420 liters of boot space and the interior cabin space is also generous.  Powertrain wise you get the 1.2-litre petrol engine as well as the 1.5 diesel mated to a CVT or a 5-speed manual. However, you can only get petrol automatic under Rs. 12 lakh range as diesel is a bit costlier.

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