Sometimes, simplicity matters, especially if most of your commutes are in the city. Small, compact, and simple cars fare much better than large sedans or SUVs in cities, especially owing to the lack of parking spaces and tight spots. So if that’s the case, you are in the right place and here are the most affordable budget cars in India ahead of the budget announcement.
Maruti Suzuki Alto K10
It’s not called ‘Lord’ Alto for nothing. The small hatchback is capable of so many things in the right hand, from off-roading to highway runs, and obviously, city commutes. Priced at Rs 3.99 lakh ex-showroom, the Alto is the most affordable car on sale in India today. The Alto keeps it simple, with a 1.0-litre petrol engine that makes 66bhp.
Maruti Suzuki S-Presso
If one’s looking for the same recipe as the Alto but served differently, the Maruti Suzuki S-Ptresso is the answer, as it has all the benefits the Alto offers, but in an SUV-ish package. Priced at Rs 4.26 lakh ex-showroom, the S-Presso gets the same engine as the Alto K10, which makes 66bhp.
Renault Kwid
Breaking the Maruti Suzuki dominance in the budget offering is the Renault Kwid, one of the most successful products for the French carmaker in India. Although the Kwid competes directly with the Alto, the French hatchback has more presence, owing to its bold design. Priced at Rs 4.69 lakh onwards, ex-showroom, the Kwid is powered by a 1.0-litre petrol engine that makes 67bhp.
Maruti Suzuki Celerio
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is another product that has been in the Indian market for long. Having seen various updates over the years, the current-generation Celerio is the best-looking version yet, and owing to its slightly larger dimensions, it is also a bit more practical than the Alto. The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is priced at Rs 5.36 lakh, ex-showroom, and gets the same 66bhp 1.0-litre petrol engine as the Alto and S-Presso.
Maruti Suzuki Eeco
If you want the best bang for your buck, the Maruti Suzuki Eeco is the answer. For Rs 5.32 lakh, ex-showroom, one gets a proper utility van with loads of space, and for an additional Rs 30,000, one can even get a seven-seater configuration. The Maruti Suzuki Eeco is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine that makes 80bhp.
