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Buying guides for petrol, diesel, CNG and hybrid cars in India: prices, mileage, safety ratings and ownership costs. Updated for 2026 models.
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Tata Punch led August 2026 sales at 21,320 units; Maruti WagonR and Swift were second and third; the top 10 combined grew 33% YoY to 1,83,037 units.
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Force Gurkha
₹16.25 – 17.58 Lakh (ex-showroom)
The Force Gurkha is the only vehicle in its class with mechanically actuated differential locks on both axles, 233 mm ground clearance, and 700 mm water wading depth — all at a starting price under ₹17 lakh.
SUVOn SaleHonda
Honda Elevate
₹11.80 – 16.77 Lakh
The Honda Elevate brings a 458-litre boot, 220 mm ground clearance, and Honda SENSING Level 2 ADAS to the competitive mid-size SUV segment, all backed by Honda's proven reliability and an extended warranty of up to 10 years.
SUVOn SaleHyundai
Hyundai Creta
₹10.91 – 20.11 Lakh (ex-showroom)
The Hyundai Creta sets the standard in India's compact SUV segment with six airbags on every variant, three engine choices, and a diesel that claims 21.8 km/l — all from ₹10.91 lakh.
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Hyundai i20
₹5.99 – 10.63 Lakh (ex-showroom)
The Hyundai i20 sets the feature benchmark in the premium hatchback segment with six standard airbags, a segment-first 10.25-inch touchscreen, and ARAI-claimed mileage of up to 20.35 km/l — all starting under ₹6 lakh.
SUVOn SaleHyundai
Hyundai Venue
₹7.99 – 15.65 Lakh (ex-showroom)
The all-new Hyundai Venue combines a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, Level 2 ADAS, and a segment-first NVIDIA-powered dual curved display — all starting under ₹8 lakh, making it the benchmark compact SUV for tech-conscious Indian buyers.
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Kia Carens Clavis
₹11.27 – 21.67 Lakh (ex-showroom)
The Kia Carens Clavis packs a segment-first 26.62" Dual Panoramic Display, ADAS Level 2 with 20 features, and 6 standard airbags into a three-row family MPV starting at ₹11.27 lakh — making premium safety and tech accessible across a wide price band.
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GuideBest Compact 4x4 SUVs in India (2026)
The Maruti Jimny is the narrowest compact 4x4 in this list at 1,645 mm, with ALLGRIP PRO low-range four-wheel drive, rigid axles front and rear, a 46-degree departure angle and 6 airbags on every variant, from ₹12.39 Lakh ex-showroom. The Mahindra Thar, Force Gurkha and Mahindra Thar ROXX are the other low-range 4x4s in India under 4.5 metres.
Updated 15 Sept 2026
Guide10 Best Automatic Cars Under ₹15 Lakh in India (2026)
The Maruti S-Presso VXi (O) AGS is the cheapest automatic in India at ₹4.77 lakh. For a torque converter, the Skoda Kylaq at ₹9.25 lakh is cheapest; for Level 2 ADAS, the Maruti Baleno Alpha (O) AGS at ₹9.99 lakh; for seven seats, the Renault Triber at ₹8.48 lakh; for four-wheel drive, the Maruti Jimny at ₹13.60 lakh.
Updated 12 Sept 2026
Guide5-Star Bharat NCAP-Rated 7-Seaters in India
Only three 7-seaters in India currently have a confirmed 5-star Bharat NCAP rating in both adult and child occupant protection: the Maruti Suzuki Invicto, Toyota Innova Hycross and Tata Safari.
Updated 11 Sept 2026
Guide6 Best Premium Hatchbacks to Buy in India in 2026
India's premium hatchback segment is smaller in 2026, but the remaining choices are sharper. This guide compares six models on price, powertrain, mileage, safety, premium features and everyday usability.
Updated 11 Sept 2026
GuideBest City Cars With Premium Features Under 10 Lakh
A sunroof, 360-degree camera, six airbags and even ADAS are now available on genuinely city-friendly cars priced under ₹10 lakh. This comparison covers the supplied shortlist across hatchbacks, compact sedans and small SUVs.
Updated 11 Sept 2026
Car buying guides for India: prices, mileage, safety ratings and ownership costs, with every figure linked to its source.
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