Best SUVs Under ₹7 Lakh in India

Seven lakh rupees is a tight budget for an SUV in India today. Most of the SUVs that show up in general "under ₹7 lakh" roundups only get there by rounding down from a base price of ₹7.3 lakh or higher. Once you hold the line at a genuine sub-₹7-lakh starting price, the field narrows to exactly five cars.

We compared all five on the factors that matter at this budget so you can make the best pick.

Best SUVs Under ₹7 Lakh in India: Full Comparison

Model	Price	Variants under ₹7 lakh	Key features at this price	Ground clearance
Maruti Suzuki Fronx	₹6.85L to ₹11.98L	Sigma MT	6 airbags, ESP, hill-hold assist	Not published
Hyundai Exter	₹5.81L to ₹9.61L	HX2, HX3, HX3 AT	HX2: 6 airbags, ESC, hill-start assist. HX3 adds an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a rear camera, and electric mirrors	185mm
Tata Punch	₹5.75L to ₹10.77L	Smart, Pure	Smart: 6 airbags, ESP, TPMS, hill-hold assist, LED headlamps. Pure adds rear power windows, rear AC vents, a front armrest, and steering-mounted controls	193mm
Renault Kiger	₹5.81L to ₹10.40L	Authentic	6 airbags, ESP, hill-start assist, TPMS, a "Belongings Take Away" alert	205mm
Nissan Magnite	₹5.62L to ₹11.13L	Visia	6 airbags, ESC, hill-start assist, TPMS, traction control	205mm

Maruti's price comes from its own NEXA price page. The other four brands either block automated access or do not publish a price list online, so those figures are the authors' and are worth confirming with a dealer.

1. Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Price: ₹6.85 lakh to ₹11.98 lakh.

The Fronx's Sigma trim is the only Maruti SUV that qualifies at this price. It comes with 6 airbags standard, ESP, and hill-hold assist as its safety foundation, backed by Maruti's dealer and service network, the widest of any brand on this list.

Engine: 1.2-litre Dual Jet, Dual VVT petrol producing 66 kW (89.73 PS), on the Sigma MT trim.

Mileage: 21.79 km/l, ARAI certified.

Transmission: 5-speed manual, the only option under ₹7 lakh.

Warranty: 3 years or 1,00,000 km, whichever comes first.

2. Hyundai Exter

Price: ₹5.81 lakh to ₹9.61 lakh.

The Exter's HX2 trim gets you 6 airbags, ESC, and hill-start assist straight away. Stepping up to HX3, still under ₹7 lakh, adds a 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a rear camera, and electric mirrors. That is a genuinely useful jump in equipment without leaving the budget.

Engine: 1.2-litre Kappa petrol producing 61 kW (83 PS) at 6,000 rpm and 113.8 Nm at 4,000 rpm.

Mileage: approximately 19.4 km/l on the manual. Hyundai does not print ARAI figures in its brochure.

Transmission: 5-speed manual on HX2 and HX3. HX3 AT brings a 5-speed AMT automatic, also under ₹7 lakh.

Warranty: 3 years, unlimited kilometres.

3. Tata Punch

Price: ₹5.75 lakh to ₹10.77 lakh.

The Punch's Smart trim includes 6 airbags, ESP, TPMS, and hill-hold assist alongside LED headlamps. Moving up to Pure, also under ₹7 lakh, adds rear power windows, rear AC vents, a front armrest, and steering-mounted controls.

Engine: 1.2-litre Revotron petrol producing 88 PS and 115 Nm.

Mileage: 20.09 km/l on the manual, ARAI certified.

Transmission: 5-speed manual, the only option under ₹7 lakh on Smart and Pure.

Warranty: 3 years or 1,00,000 km, whichever comes first.

4. Renault Kiger

Price: ₹5.81 lakh to ₹10.40 lakh.

The Kiger's Authentic trim carries 6 airbags, ESP, hill-start assist, and TPMS as standard. It also sits on the largest footprint of any car on this list, with the highest ground clearance, tied with the Magnite at 205mm.

Engine: 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol.

Transmission: 5-speed manual, the only option under ₹7 lakh.

Warranty: 3 years or 1,00,000 km, whichever comes first.

5. Nissan Magnite

Price: ₹5.62 lakh to ₹11.13 lakh.

The Magnite's Visia trim shares its platform with the Kiger and matches its 205mm ground clearance. Standard kit includes 6 airbags, ESC, hill-start assist, and traction control.

Engine: 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol producing 72 PS at 6,250 rpm and 96 Nm.

Transmission: 5-speed manual, the only option under ₹7 lakh.

Warranty: 3 years or 1,00,000 km, whichever comes first.

Conclusion

At this price point, all five SUVs share a solid safety baseline. Beyond that, the differences are specific. The Hyundai Exter is the only one that gets you a touchscreen and an automatic option within ₹7 lakh. The Renault Kiger and Nissan Magnite offer the most ground clearance and the largest footprint. The Nissan Magnite is the most affordable way in. The Maruti Fronx brings the widest dealer network of the group.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cheapest SUV in India under ₹7 lakh?

The Nissan Magnite, starting at ₹5.62 lakh ex-showroom, followed closely by the Tata Punch at ₹5.75 lakh.

Does any SUV under ₹7 lakh have a touchscreen or automatic transmission?

Yes. The Hyundai Exter's HX3 trim adds a 8-inch touchscreen, and the HX3 AT offers an automatic transmission, both still under ₹7 lakh. None of the other four cars offer either at this price.

Do all SUVs under ₹7 lakh have 6 airbags?

Yes. All five, the Fronx, Exter, Punch, Kiger, and Magnite, offer 6 airbags standard even at their most basic variant.

Which SUV under ₹7 lakh has the best ground clearance?

The Renault Kiger and Nissan Magnite are tied at 205mm, followed by the Tata Punch at 193mm and the Hyundai Exter at 185mm.

Is the Maruti Fronx a good option under ₹7 lakh?

Its Sigma trim is the only one that qualifies. It comes with 6 airbags, ESP, and hill-hold assist, plus Maruti's wide service network. It does not include the touchscreen or automatic option that the Hyundai Exter offers at a similar price.