When we go out into the market with a budget of Rs 12 lakh, we are now left jostled with plenty of cars. This wide spectrum of cars has left us scratching our heads. Not to worry because we are here to tone down your confusion about buying the perfect car. In this article, we will talk about 5 cars worth considering under Rs 12 lakh!
Cars under 12 lakh – Tiago EV
Tata has broken new ground in the affordable category by bringing the Tiago EV. Earlier the EV category which was dominated by the Nexon EV, actually stepped ahead from the reach of mass-market buyers. Now, with this EV hatchback, Tata is offering this EV with a starting price of Rs 8.97lakh (on-road, Mumbai) for the base variant. Talking about the car, it is offered in 19.2kWh and 24kWh battery packs with a claimed range of 250kms and 315kms respectively.
Maruti Baleno
Baleno is one of the highest-selling cars from Maruti. It maintains the apex position in the premium hatchback category due to its segment-first features, apt pricing, and the brand’s tested service network. Maruti Baleno is also offered now in the CNG variant in Delta and Zeta variants. Moreover, if you want more features like diamond-cut alloy wheels, 360-degree cameras, and more, then you can buy the Baleno Alpha (top trim).
Cars under 12 lakh – Honda Amaze VX CVT
Honda has lost its pedigree due to the lack of SUVs in the market. However, that is yet to change soon with the launch of the Honda WR-V. But, if we talk about its sedan dominance, it is still in the game. Talk about the Amaze, it offers a good package with a 4-star safety rating, good space, generous boot space of 420 litres and more. Pricing of the Amaze starts at Rs 8.83 lakh and ends at Rs 11.00 lakh (on-road, Mumbai) for the top petrol trim. Moreover, if you are interested in the 1.5-litre diesel, it exceeds the 12 lakh mark.
Hyundai Venue
Hyundai Venue recently received a facelift update with a reworked design and increment in features. Now the Venue gets a digital instrument cluster, electric driver seat, better interior space for rear passengers, air purifier, driving modes, and more. It offers a great overall package with 3 engine options. It gets a 1.2-litre petrol engine, 1.0-litre turbo petrol and a 1.5-litre diesel engine. Pricing of the Venue starts at Rs 8.84 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).
Cars under 12 lakh – Nissan Magnite
Nissan Magnite is an underrated car in the entry-level SUV category. It gets all the bells and whistles like new-age features, powerful petrol engine options, CVT automatic gearbox, and more. It also gets a 4-star safety rating (ASEAN NCAP) which makes it commendable on the safety front as well. Its pricing starts at Rs 7.29 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).
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Based in New York, Stephen Freeman is a Senior Editor at Trending Insurance News. Previously he has worked for Forbes and The Huffington Post. Steven is a graduate of Risk Management at the University of New York.