Top 10 SUVs under 10 lakhs as of April 2024: If you haven’t purchased an SUV during the festive season and are planning to buy one but are unsure as to which one you have to purchase? then look no further as your search now ends here.
Top 10 SUVs under 10 lakhs as of April 2024 – A comprehensive guide
Renault Kwid
The Renault Kwid was one of the first entry-level vehicles to embrace the SUV trend, and it has sufficient ground clearance to compete with some SUVs. It comes with a 1-litre petrol engine (68PS/91Nm) and is available with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed AMT gearbox. The Renault hatchback ranges in price from Rs 4.70 lakh to Rs 6.33 lakh (ex-showroom).
Maruti Fronx
With its relatively high ground clearance, one of Maruti’s most recent models, the Fronx, has an easier time navigating rain-soaked roads. The crossover SUV has two engines: a 1.2-litre petrol engine (90PS/113Nm) and a 1-litre turbo-petrol engine (100PS/148Nm). The former receives a 5-speed AMT, while the latter receives a 6-speed automatic gearbox. With the 1.2-litre petrol engine, a CNG powertrain is also available.
Nissan Magnite
The Nissan Magnite, the Kiger’s platform sibling, has the same 205mm ground clearance. Similar powertrain options are available, however, the 1-litre petrol engine (72PS/96Nm) is only available with a 5-speed manual gearbox. The Magnite costs between Rs 6 lakh and Rs 11.02 lakh (ex-showroom).
Kia Sonet
The Kia Sonet shares the same 205mm ground clearance as the Renault-Nissan duo. Despite sharing mechanicals with the Venue, it rides 10mm higher than its Hyundai cousin. The Kia Sonet shares the same 205mm ground clearance as the Renault-Nissan duo. Despite sharing mechanicals with the Venue, it rides 10mm higher than its Hyundai cousin.
Hyundai Venue
The Hyundai Venue is the first ‘true’ SUV on this list, but it still has less than 200mm of ground clearance. The SUV offers three options in terms of Engine which are a 1.2-litre petrol (83PS/114Nm) paired to a 5-speed manual or a 1-litre turbo-petrol (120PS/172Nm) paired to a 6-speed iMT as well as an optional 7-speed DCT, along with a 1.5-litre diesel unit (116PS/250Nm) paired to a 6-speed manual. Prices for the Hyundai Venue range from Rs 7.77 lakh to Rs 13.18 lakh (ex-showroom).
Hyundai Exter
In terms of ground clearance, the recently debuted Hyundai Exter micro-SUV is extremely close to the Kwid. Hyundai’s latest model sits high enough to eliminate concerns about uneven roads. The Exter is supported by a 1.2-litre petrol engine (83PS/114Nm). The same engine is also available with a CNG conversion kit and a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Tata Punch
The Tata Punch, the Exter’s immediate competitor, outperforms the Hyundai micro-SUV with slightly greater clearance and 16-inch wheels as opposed to the Exter’s 15s. The Punch is equipped with a 1.2-litre petrol engine (88PS/115Nm) with a 5-speed manual or AMT gearbox. In the top form, the latter also adds traction modes, making it a better off-roader than other high-riding bikes at this price point. The pricing ranges from Rs 6 lakh to Rs 9.52 lakh (ex-showroom).
Maruti Brezza
The Maruti Brezza has 5mm more clearance than the Venue, making it more suitable for off-roading without fear of the underbody collapsing. The 1.5-litre petrol engine (103PS/137Nm) in the Brezza is paired to either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automated gearbox. The same engine is also available as a CNG powertrain, combined with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Renault Kiger
The Renault Kiger offers the greatest ground clearance yet, thanks to another 5mm increase. It has the same wheelbase as the Brezza, thus the increased height helps it deal with poor road conditions, especially during the monsoon season.
The engine options for the Kiger include a 1-litre petrol engine (72PS/96Nm) and a 1-litre turbo-petrol engine (100PS/160Nm). Both engines come standard with a 5-speed manual gearbox. In terms of automatic transmissions, the former has a 5-speed AMT and the latter has a CVT. The Renault Kiger costs between Rs 6.50 lakh to Rs 11.23 lakh (ex-showroom).
Tata Nexon
The best-selling SUV in India right now also offers the greatest ground clearance for less than Rs 10 lakh, outperforming competitors by 4mm. So driving it on uneven roads, flooded streets, or even off-road terrain will be no problem. The Nexon has two engines: a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine (120PS/170Nm) and a 1.5-litre diesel engine (115PS/260Nm). Both engines are mated to either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed AMT. The Nexon ranges in price from Rs 8 lakh to Rs 14.60 lakh (ex-showroom).
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