India is one of the best emerging auto markets in the world. The number of cars sold on a daily basis is higher than many developed countries. Almost all the segment are popular, be it a mini hatchback or powerful SUV.
However, as expected from a developing country like India, hatchbacks are the leader on the sales chart, just because they are affordable for a huge mass of people. Hatchbacks are accessible to more number of people because they form the basic entry-level segment to a huge lineup of cars.
So if you have been looking to buy a car, but have a strict budget restraint, here is a list of best hatchbacks under Rs. 6 lakhs.
Maruti Suzuki Swift
There is that one thing about the latest generation of Maruti Suzuki Swift, that is, it is much more attractive than the previous generation. In fact, it does look better than most other hatchbacks in the segment.
The 2018 Maruti Swift is offered in both petrol as well as diesel guise. The 1.2-litre petrol engine makes a maximum power of 82 bhp along with a peak torque of 113 Nm. the diesel variants get a 1.3-litre engine which churns out 74 bhp of power and 190 Nm of peak torque. The power is transmitted to the wheels via a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic transmission gearbox in both the fuel variants.
Tata Tiago
The Tata Tiago is one of the hatchbacks which has brought back the much-needed impetus to the brand in the passenger segment. The hatchback is based on the Impact Design Language and has pretty good styling on board.
On the mechanical side, the Tiago uses a 1.2-litre Revotron petrol and a 1.05-litre Revotorq diesel engine. The Revotron motor produces a good power of 84 bhp and a decent torque of 114 Nm. On the contrary, the Revotorq motor might feel a little underpowered with 69 bhp of peak power and 140 Nm to peak torque. The power is sent down to the wheels via a 5-speed manual in the petrol and diesel trims, while the former gets a 5-speed automatic as well.
Renault Kwid
Renault Kwid is yet another successful car in the Indian market that comes under Rs 6 lakh. With a starting price of just Rs. 2.82 lakh, the entry level hatchback is offered in two engine options – a 799cc unit and a 999cc unit. The smaller unit is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox, making it suitable for city driving, while the bigger unit is offered with an optional AMT gearbox. The car is designed with the right blend of strength, style and dynamic performance that has turned it into a lucrative offering in the compact-sized hatchback segment. The Renault Kwid is the best option for the ones who wish to buy an affordable crossover that offers great fuel efficiency.
Hyundai Grand i10
The Hyundai Grand i10 is an extremely popular hatchback in the domestic circuit. The i10 is rather simple in design with a large hexagonal grille and a pair of swept back headlamps occupying a good part of the front portion. There is a thin strip of black plastic cladding running along with side skirt at the lower profile of the car. There is a pair of thin roof rails too.
Under the bonnet, the Hyundai Grand i10 has a 1.2-litre Kappa petrol and a 1.2-litre CRDi diesel engine. The petrol engine is capable of making a maximum power of 81 bhp along with a peak torque of 114 Nm. On the other hand, the diesel engine churns out 74 bhp power and 190 Nm of peak torque. The transmission duties are taken care of by a 5-speed manual unit for all the trim. However, the top petrol trim also gets a 4-speed automatic unit.
Maruti Celerio AMT
The Celerio AMT is no doubt a great option if you’re looking for a budget AMT hatchback under Rs 6 lakh. The car has been priced competitively that starts from Rs. 4.92 lakh (ex. showroom). Under the bonnet, the hatch gets a 1.0 litre K-series petrol engine that makes a highest power of 68PS and a peak torque of 90 Nm. Being equipped with an AMT gearbox, the car returns a mileage of 23.1 kmpl. The Maruti Celerio is undoubtedly one of the best and the most affordable city cars in India at present.
Datsun Redi-GO
Datsun Redi-Go is certainly a budget-friendly car, price range for which starts from Rs. 2.49 lakh onwards. The five-seater car is offered with a high performance 999cc petrol engine, which is tuned to churn out a peak power output of 67 bhp at 5,500 revolutions per minute along with a peak torque of 91 Nm at 4,250 revolutions per minute. The engine comes linked to a five-speed manual gearbox that transmits the power to the front wheels. The car has been equipped with modern safety features and smart driving dynamics. The cabin also has a premium touch in it. Moreover, it gives an impressive fuel efficiency of 23 Kmpl that makes the car a smart car as well as a class-leading model in the compact hatchback segment.
There are many more!
Indeed! However, when you are planning to pick the best passenger hatchback under Rs. 6 lakhs, things cannot get any better than these six reigning champs. The likes of premium cars Maruti Suzuki Baleno and the stylish Hyundai i20 are pretty good as well. However, their prices are marginally on the higher side, which could give you a big pocket restraint.
Hence, the new generation Maruti Swift, Tata Tiago, Renault Kwid, Hyundai Grand i10, Maruti Celerio AMT and the Datsun Redi-GO are the best ones that you could probably buy at the small budget. If you want to know more about these cars and many other mini hatchbacks and sedans, visit Autoportal.com, which is one of India’s finest automobile website.
