8 Best SUVs With ADAS Under ₹20 Lakh in India

A few years ago, features like adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking were reserved for cars costing upwards of ₹40 lakh. That has changed faster than most buyers realise. Today a genuine Level 2 ADAS suite is available on SUVs starting around ₹11 lakh, so there are multiple options to choose from if you are looking for one.

This list shortlists and compares the strongest SUVs under ₹20 lakh that offer ADAS, so you can make the right pick.

What is ADAS?

ADAS stands for Advanced Driver Assistance System, a set of features that use cameras, radar, and sensors to help a driver avoid accidents.

The industry groups these systems into levels based on how much they do:

• Level 1 ADAS handles one function at a time and only warns the driver, without taking control of the car. This typically includes forward collision warning and lane departure warning.
• Level 2 ADAS can manage steering and acceleration or braking at the same time, actively intervening rather than just alerting. This includes adaptive cruise control that maintains distance from the car ahead, lane-keep assist that nudges the car back into its lane, and automatic emergency braking that can stop the car if the driver does not react in time.

The distinction matters because a Level 1 system is a safety net that tells you something is wrong, while a Level 2 system actively helps correct it. Every car on this list has a genuine Level 2 system unless stated otherwise.

How We Shortlisted These Cars

More than a dozen SUVs in India currently offer some form of ADAS at or under ₹20 lakh. Rather than list all of them, this article narrows that down to 8 based on a few specific factors:

• Overall feature richness: cars that pair ADAS with other genuinely premium tech, such as panoramic sunroofs, dual displays, premium audio and ventilated seats, were prioritised over cars where ADAS is the only standout feature.
• Value relative to the ADAS-equipped price: cars where Level 2 ADAS arrives at a genuinely accessible price point were favoured over cars where it is locked away at the very top of an expensive range.
• A distinguishing feature: something specific enough to be worth mentioning on its own, whether that is an AI-assistant dashboard, a head-up display, or being the first ADAS-equipped model from a given brand.

Cars that technically qualify but did not make this list, including the Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Honda Elevate and Tata Harrier, were considered and did not stand out enough against this specific set of factors, not because they failed the basic criteria.

Best SUVs With ADAS Under ₹20 Lakh in India

Model	Price	Entry price for ADAS variant	ADAS level	ADAS features	Safety rating
Maruti Suzuki Victoris	₹10.50L to ₹19.99L	₹17.24L (ZXi+ AT)	Level 2	Adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, traffic jam assist, automatic emergency braking	5-star Bharat NCAP
Maruti Suzuki eVitara	₹16.19L to ₹20.21L	₹19.99L (Alpha)	Level 2	Adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, blind spot monitoring, high beam assist	5-star Bharat NCAP
Hyundai Creta	₹11.11L to ₹20.50L	₹19.31L (SX(O))	Level 2	Forward collision avoidance, lane-keep assist, smart cruise control, lane following assist	5-star Bharat NCAP
Kia Seltos	₹10.99L to ₹21.57L	₹19.49L (GTX/X-Line (A))	Level 2	Adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, forward collision-avoidance assist, blind spot collision warning	5-star Bharat NCAP
Mahindra XUV 3XO	₹7.79L to ₹15.49L	₹11.50L (AX5L)	Level 2	Autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, forward collision warning, high beam assist	5-star Bharat NCAP
Tata Nexon	₹7.32L to ₹14.05L	₹13.53L (Fearless+ PS)	Level 2	Autonomous emergency braking, lane departure warning, lane centring, traffic sign recognition	5-star Global NCAP
MG Astor	₹9.79L to ₹15.50L	₹15.50L (Savvy Pro)	Level 2	Adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking	Not tested by Bharat NCAP
Mahindra Thar ROXX	₹12.52L to ₹23.53L	₹16.99L (AX3L, diesel-manual-RWD only)	Level 2	Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, autonomous emergency braking	5-star Global NCAP

Maruti's Victoris prices come from its own price list. The other 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 Victoris

Price: ₹10.50 lakh to ₹19.99 lakh.

The Victoris is Maruti's first SUV with Level 2 ADAS, and it comes with a genuine 5-star rating from Bharat NCAP. ADAS is limited to the 1.5-litre petrol engine paired with the automatic transmission, and is not available with the manual, the CNG, or the strong hybrid powertrain.

ADAS features:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane-keep assist
• Traffic jam assist
• Automatic emergency braking

Other features:

• Head-up display
• 360-degree camera
• 10-inch touchscreen infotainment
• Ventilated front seats
• 8-way power-adjustable driver seat

Engine: 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol, paired with a 6-speed torque-converter automatic on the ADAS-equipped ZXi+ trims.

Mileage: 21.06 km/l on the petrol automatic, ARAI certified.

Boot space: approximately 460 litres. Rear seats fold 60:40 for additional cargo room.

Transmission: 6-speed torque-converter automatic on the ADAS trims. Manual, CNG, and strong hybrid powertrains are available elsewhere in the range, without ADAS.

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

Safety:

• 6 airbags standard
• 5-star Bharat NCAP rating
• Level 2 ADAS on the ZXi+ petrol-automatic trims, from ₹17.24 lakh

2. Maruti Suzuki eVitara

Price: ₹16.19 lakh to ₹20.21 lakh.

The eVitara is Maruti's first electric vehicle, and it brings Level 2 ADAS to the brand's EV line-up from day one. Its ADAS-equipped Alpha trim is priced at ₹19.99 lakh in single-tone form, just under this list's ceiling, though the dual-tone Alpha variant crosses it at ₹20.21 lakh.

ADAS features:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane-keep assist
• Blind spot monitoring
• High beam assist

Other features:

• Dual 10.1-inch and 10.25-inch screens for infotainment and the digital cluster
• Ventilated front seats and a 10-way power-adjustable driver seat
• Wireless charging
• Fixed glass roof

Powertrain: electric motor with a 61 kWh battery on the Alpha trim, producing 174 PS and 193 Nm, with a claimed range of up to 543 km.

Range: up to 543 km on a full charge (MIDC). Mileage figures do not apply, since it is fully electric.

Boot space: approximately 310 litres, on the smaller side for its segment.

Transmission: single-speed reduction gear, standard on electric powertrains.

Warranty: 3 years or 1,00,000 km on the vehicle, whichever comes first, with a separate battery warranty.

Safety:

• 7 airbags standard
• 5-star Bharat NCAP rating for both adult and child occupant protection
• Level 2 ADAS on the Alpha trim, ₹19.99 lakh in single-tone form

3. Hyundai Creta

Price: ₹11.11 lakh to ₹20.50 lakh.

The Creta is still the segment's benchmark. Its ADAS-equipped SX(O) trim pairs the safety suite with a panoramic sunroof, dual 10.25-inch displays, ventilated seats, and a Bose sound system, making it the most complete overall package on this list.

ADAS features:

• Forward collision avoidance
• Lane-keep assist
• Smart cruise control
• Lane following assist

Other features:

• Panoramic sunroof, voice-enabled
• Ventilated front seats
• 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment
• Air purifier
• BlueLink connected car technology and wireless charging

Engine: 1.5-litre petrol producing 84.4 kW (115 PS) and 143.8 Nm, or a 1.5-litre diesel producing 85 kW (116 PS) and 250 Nm, depending on variant.

Mileage: 19.1 km/l on the SX(O) diesel-automatic. Petrol and turbo-petrol versions of the same trim have different figures.

Boot space: 433 litres. Rear seats fold 60:40 for additional cargo room.

Transmission: manual, automatic, or DCT depending on engine, on the SX(O) trim.

Warranty: 3 years or unlimited kilometres, whichever comes first.

Safety:

• 6 airbags standard
• 5-star Bharat NCAP rating
• Level 2 ADAS on the SX(O) trim, from ₹19.31 lakh depending on powertrain

4. Kia Seltos

Price: ₹10.99 lakh to ₹21.57 lakh.

The new-generation Seltos, built on Kia's global K3 platform, matches the Creta feature for feature and adds a head-up display as its point of difference. Its ADAS-equipped GTX/X-Line (A) trim is priced from ₹19.49 lakh, just under this list's ceiling.

ADAS features:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane-keep assist
• Forward collision-avoidance assist
• Blind spot collision warning

Other features:

• Panoramic sunroof
• Head-up display
• Dual digital displays
• 10-way power-adjustable driver seat with memory function

Engine: 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol producing 84.4 kW at 6,300 rpm and 144 Nm, or turbo-petrol or diesel options depending on variant, on the GTX/X-Line trims.

Mileage: from around 17 km/l on the naturally aspirated petrol to approximately 20 km/l on the diesel automatic, depending on the exact engine and transmission.

Boot space: 447 litres. Rear seats fold 60:40 for additional cargo room.

Transmission: CVT, iMT, DCT, or automatic, depending on engine, on the ADAS-equipped trims.

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

Safety:

• 6 airbags standard
• 5-star Bharat NCAP rating
• Level 2 ADAS on the GTX/X-Line (A) trim, from ₹19.49 lakh

5. Mahindra XUV 3XO

Price: ₹7.79 lakh to ₹15.49 lakh.

The XUV 3XO is the strongest value story on this list. It brings genuine Level 2 ADAS to a sub-4-metre SUV at roughly ₹11.50 lakh, well below every other car here, putting this technology within reach of buyers who previously could not consider it at all.

ADAS features:

• Autonomous emergency braking
• Lane departure warning
• Forward collision warning
• High beam assist

Other features:

• Twin 10.25-inch screens for infotainment and the driver display
• Wireless charging
• Connected car technology (Adrenox)
• Cruise control

The panoramic sunroof on the XUV 3XO is reserved for the pricier AX7L trim, and is not available on the AX5L trim that has ADAS.

Engine: 1.2-litre turbo-petrol producing 82 kW (111.5 PS) at 5,000 rpm and 200 Nm from 1,500 to 3,500 rpm on the AX5L trim.

Mileage: around 18.89 km/l on the turbo-petrol.

Boot space: 364 litres. Rear seats fold 60:40 for additional cargo room.

Transmission: manual or automatic, depending on trim.

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

Safety:

• 6 airbags standard on the AX5L trim
• 5-star Bharat NCAP rating
• Level 2 ADAS on the AX5L trim, from approximately ₹11.50 lakh

6. Tata Nexon

Price: ₹7.32 lakh to ₹14.05 lakh.

The Nexon brings Level 2 ADAS to the sub-4-metre SUV segment on its Fearless+ PS trim, backed by a long-standing 5-star Global NCAP result that remains one of the stronger crash-test records in this price bracket.

ADAS features:

• Autonomous emergency braking
• Lane departure warning
• Lane centring
• Traffic sign recognition

Other features:

• Connected car technology
• Cruise control

Ventilated seats and the branded sound system on the Nexon are reserved for the pricier Fearless+ S trim, and are not available on the Fearless+ PS trim that has ADAS.

Engine: 1.2-litre turbo-petrol on the Fearless+ PS trim. Other engine options are available elsewhere in the range, without ADAS.

Mileage: around 17.44 km/l on the Fearless+ PS turbo-petrol.

Boot space: 382 litres. Rear seats fold 60:40 for additional cargo room.

Transmission: manual or AMT on the Fearless+ PS trim.

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

Safety:

• 6 airbags standard
• 5-star Global NCAP rating
• Level 2 ADAS on the Fearless+ PS trim, ₹13.53 lakh

7. MG Astor

Price: ₹9.79 lakh to ₹15.50 lakh.

The Astor was among the earliest SUVs in India to offer Level 2 ADAS, and it remains relevant mainly for its i-SMART dashboard assistant, a feature that still sets it apart from everything else on this list. Its ADAS-equipped Savvy Pro trim sits at the top of its price range.

ADAS features:

• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane-keep assist
• Forward collision warning
• Automatic emergency braking

Other features:

• i-SMART AI-based personal assistant
• Panoramic sunroof
• Ventilated front seats
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Engine: 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol producing 110 PS at 6,000 rpm and 144 Nm, or a 1.3-litre turbo-petrol, depending on transmission, on the Savvy Pro trim.

Mileage: 14.82 to 15.43 km/l depending on transmission.

Boot space: 448 litres. Rear seats fold 60:40 for additional cargo room.

Transmission: CVT automatic or turbo-petrol automatic on the Savvy Pro trim.

Warranty: 3 years or unlimited kilometres, whichever comes first.

Safety:

• 6 airbags standard
• Not tested by Bharat NCAP or Global NCAP
• Level 2 ADAS on the Savvy Pro trim, at the top of the price range

8. Mahindra Thar ROXX

Price: ₹12.52 lakh to ₹23.53 lakh.

The Thar ROXX is the one genuinely different body style and use case on this list. It is a lifestyle off-roader rather than a mainstream family SUV, and it is the only vehicle here where ADAS comes exclusively on a diesel-manual, rear-wheel-drive configuration, not paired with an automatic or all-wheel drive.

ADAS features:

• Forward collision warning
• Lane departure warning
• Autonomous emergency braking

Other features:

• Adventure Statistics display
• Xplor selectable terrain modes for snow, sand and mud
• Connected car technology

The AX3L trim does not get a sunroof, and Mahindra confirms it is not offered on this configuration even as an option. Sunroof-equipped Thar ROXX trims do not carry ADAS.

Engine: 2.2-litre diesel producing 150 PS and 330 Nm on the AX3L trim, the only configuration with ADAS.

Mileage: 15.2 km/l on the diesel manual.

Boot space: 447 litres.

Transmission: 6-speed manual only on the ADAS-equipped AX3L trim. Automatic and all-wheel-drive options are available elsewhere in the range, without ADAS.

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

Safety:

• 6 airbags standard
• 5-star Global NCAP rating
• Level 2 ADAS on the AX3L trim, diesel-manual-RWD only, ₹16.99 lakh

Conclusion

ADAS is no longer a feature buyers need to stretch their budget for. The eight SUVs on this list show that Level 2 systems, with adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, and automatic emergency braking, are now available across a wide price range, from sub-4-metre SUVs under ₹12 lakh to more premium options nearing the ₹20 lakh mark. Which one makes sense depends on what else matters to you, whether that is overall feature richness, value for money, or simply finding the most affordable way into this technology.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is the cheapest SUV with Level 2 ADAS in India?

The Mahindra XUV 3XO, with its ADAS-equipped AX5L trim priced from approximately ₹11.50 lakh.

Does the Maruti Victoris or eVitara have ADAS?

Both models have ADAS. The Victoris offers Level 2 ADAS on its ZXi+ petrol-automatic trims from ₹17.24 lakh, and the eVitara offers it on its Alpha trim at ₹19.99 lakh.

What is the difference between Level 1 and Level 2 ADAS?

Level 1 systems only warn the driver of a hazard, such as lane departure warning. Level 2 systems can actively intervene, managing steering and braking together, such as adaptive cruise control combined with lane-keep assist.

Which SUV under ₹20 lakh has both ADAS and a 5-star safety rating?

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Maruti Suzuki eVitara, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Tata Nexon and Mahindra Thar ROXX all combine Level 2 ADAS with a 5-star crash test rating from either Bharat NCAP or Global NCAP.

Does the Hyundai Venue have ADAS?

Yes, but only a Level 1 system that issues warnings without actively intervening, which is why it is not featured among the main picks on this list.