The best cars to buy for under 8 lakhs
Looking for the best options to purchase cars under 8 lakhs? Steep inflation and its effects on the automobile sector give general buyers a tough battle when choosing their next car. They face difficulty in selecting among the ideal cars under 8 lakhs with a primary constraint of VitaminM. Who knows, you could even adjust your requirements and make this a search for the best SUV under 8 lakhs. Here are some of the best cars you can get your hands on with 8 lakhs without breaking the bank:
The best overall pick: Maruti Suzuki Brezza
Here are some reasons to consider the all-new Maruti Suzuki Brezza as the best option for cars under 8 lakhs. For more choices and options, you can browse our Park+ App at the link here:
1. Maruti Suzuki Brezza
- Equipped with 1.5-liter DualJet DualVVT K-series engine with smartHYBRID technology delivering 101.65 bhp @6000 rpm and 136.8 Nm @ 4400rpm.
- Maruti Suzuki Brezza pricing starts at 7.99 lakhs ex-showroom (New Delhi), up to 13.96 lakhs for ZXi Plus AT variant.
- 4-star GNCAP crash test safety rating, including 6 airbags.
- Average fuel economy of 19.8 km/l with manual variants and 20.15 km/l with automatic + smart hybrid variants.
- The new generation Brezza comes stylized with bold geometric alloy wheels and dual LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs.
- Comfort and convenience features like electric sunroof, headsup display, 360 view camera, and SmartPlay Pro+ infotainment system.
Best-in-class Maruti Suzuki after-sales service, reputed across the country.
Cons:
- Seating comfort is compromised with rear seats having no under-thigh support.
Priciest among all the available cars under 8 lakhs for the base variants.
- Tata Nexon
- Comes with 1.2-liter turbo-petrol REVOTRON and 1.5-liter turbo-diesel REVOTORQ engine options. The petrol engine delivers 120bhp @ 5500 rpm and 170 Nm @ 1750-4000 rpm. The diesel engine delivers 110bhp @ 4000 rpm and 260 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm.
- Tata Nexon pricing starts at 7.59 lakhs ex-showroom (New Delhi), up to 13.95 lakhs for XZA Plus Kaziranga Diesel AMT variant.
- The first made-in-India car to achieve a 5-star safety rating in GNCAP test norms. Dual front airbags are standard across all variants, along with ABS and EBD.
- The petrol variant of Nexon delivers 17.57 km/l, and the diesel variant delivers 21.19 km/l according to ARAI testing specifications.
- ConnectNext 7" Floating Dash-top Touchscreen System by Harman with 6 speaker setup for audiophile music clarity.
- The new generation Nexon comes with R-16 diamond-cut alloy wheels and 209mm of ground clearance (highest in its segment).
The interiors are inspired by Tri-arrow design elements also visible on the outer design language.
Cons:
- Tata's after-sales service is hit-or-miss.
Base variants are too basic. One has to opt for higher variants for required quirks and niggles.
- Hyundai i20
- Comes with three engine options, 1.2-liter Kappa petrol, 1-liter turbo-petrol GDI, and 1.5-liter U2 diesel engines. 1.2-liter Kappa engine delivers 83 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 114.7 Nm @ 4200 rpm. The turbo GDI motor churns 120 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm. The U2 diesel delivers 100 bhp @ 4000 rpm and 240 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm.
- Hyundai i20 pricing starts at 7.03 lakhs ex-showroom (New Delhi).
- Only premium hatchback in its segment that offers manual, CVT, and iMT transmission options.
- Mileage offered starts at 19.6 km/l (petrol) and goes up to 25.2 km/l (diesel).
The segment's best interiors and equipment levels.
Cons:
Safety rating according to GNCAP test norms is just adequate.
- Hyundai Venue
- Comes with three engine options, 1.2-liter Kappa petrol, 1-liter turbo-petrol GDI, and 1.5-liter U2 diesel engines. 1.2-liter Kappa engine delivers 83 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 113.8 Nm @ 4000 rpm. The turbo GDI motor churns 120 bhp @ 6000 rpm and 172 Nm @ 1500-4000 rpm. The U2 diesel delivers 100 bhp @ 4000 rpm and 240 Nm @ 1500-2750 rpm.
- Hyundai Venue pricing starts at 7.53 lakhs ex-showroom (New Delhi).
- Only premium sub-compact SUV in its segment that offers manual, CVT, and IMT transmission options.
Mileage offered starts at 17.5 km/l (petrol) and goes up to 23.4 km/l (diesel).
Cons:
- Safety rating according to GNCAP test norms is 3-stars. The competition offers better safety at the same price levels
- The Interior space is cramped in comparison to its direct rivals
Conclusion
The Indian car market is currently flooded with exciting options in the budget segment of cars under 8 lakhs. Go on! Make your dream car choice and munch miles and happiness in the years to come. Check out these exciting vehicles on the Park+ App.