We have tried to put those cars under 8 lakhs that are powered by 1.2-litre petrol engines so that users don’t have to compromise on power, keeping in mind the budget as well. This is a well-researched post, and we’ve tried to fit in the most powerful cars in the price bucket of 7 lakhs ex-showroom.
So, here are the Top 7 Must-See Cars in India Under 8 Lakhs in 2024.”
Kindly note that this is a generic price bucket and may differ state-wise. We have listed the on-road prices for Delhi. You can compare your on-road costs on the official website of each brand, depending on your state.
1) Maruti Suzuki Swift 1.2 Petrol LXI variant
Overview and Features
The name says it all Swift has been ruling Indian hearts for many years now. It’s a well-defined engine, and the reliability of the Maruti Suzuki says it all. If you are planning your first car for a family of 5, then this could be your best buy under 8 lakhs here in India.
Maruti Suzuki Swift is offered in a total of 13 variants, of which 4 are AMT (automatic), 2 are CNG variants, and the rest are manual variants.
Power and Engine
Swift is powered by a 4-cylinder, 1.2-litre petrol engine, which gives around 89 PS of maximum power and 113 NM of torque. Maruti Swift gives an average of around 21 kmpl. This is the car that is most loved and is one of the best value for money.
Colours
Swift comes in various colour options, such as metallic magma grey, pearl midnight blue, orange, pearl white, metallic silver, and solid red.
You should check this out if you are looking to buy a car in this price range
2) Tata Punch Pure
Overview and Features
Tata Punch is one such car that has gained popularity over time. The variant we are listing here is the TATA punch “Pure” variant, in which you will get all the basic features such as power steering, Power front windows, AC, Adjustable steering, low fuel warning light, rear seat headrest and much more
Tata Punch has around 37 litres of fuel tank capacity, with top speed going up to 150 kmph. Tata Punch offers front disc and rear drum brakes with tilt steering. This also has ABS, central locking, and two airbags. Tata Punch has around 28 variants and is offered in 9 colour options
Power and Engine
Tata Punch is powered by a 1.2-litre Revotron engine, which gives around 87 PS PS of maximum power and 115 NM of torque
CNG Trim, which has 72 PS of power and 103 nm of torque. Please keep in mind that both engine options have three cylinders. The average company claims it is around 25 kmpl for the CNG version and 21 kmpl for the pure petrol variant. Tata also offers AMT variants as well.
Colours
Foliage Green, Atomic Orange, Calypso Red, Daytona Grey, Meteor Bronze, Orcus White, Grassland Beige Tropical Mist, and Tornado Blue
If you are looking to buy this car, then definitely this can be your first buy, as Tata Punch gives you a commanding upright seating posture due to its Micro SUV stance.
3) Maruti Suzuki Wagon R- 1.2 Litre ZXI variant, which is top-selling in India
Overview and Features
The tall boy of India and our dearest of all, the Wagon R, has been one of the highest-selling cars in India for many decades now. Wagon R units are the most sold units for ages and the most reliable car found in India, with easily available spare parts and affordable service costs and maintenance.
Wagon R offers ZXI offers lots of features, such as a multi-function steering wheel, power window front and rear wheel covers, ABS, a power-adjustable rear view mirror driver, passenger airbag keyless entry, and two speakers with 2D audio at the front.
Power and Engine
Wagon R is launched under two engine options: one powered by a 1 liter and the other by a 1.2 liter petrol engine. Today we will look at the 1.2-liter engine option. Which churns out 88 PS of maximum power and 113 NM of torque? the same engine is shared with the rest of Maruti Products (Baleno, Swift, and Ignis)
Engine with 1 litre churns out around 67 PS max power and 89 Nm torque. The most popular engine option for the wagon R is 1.2 liters, which is a good value-for-money option. The amount of smoothness this engine offers is at the next level.
Colours
Wagon R comes in different colour options, such as Silky Silver, Pearl Midnight Black, Magma Grey, Silky Silver, Poolside Blue, Nutmeg Brown, Prime Red, Magma Grey Plus, and Solid White
4) Hyundai Aura (E) Variant
Overview and Features
Here comes the Hyundai product if you are looking for something premium or more comfortable in terms of ride or driving experience. Then you should look at the AURA E variant, which can cost you below 8 lakhs on the road here in India.
The Hyundai engine is meant to perform at the next level and give you a sense of satisfaction while driving. The Hyundai Aura (E) Variant comes packed with basic features such as driver and passenger airbags, ABS, an immobilizer, rear parking sensors, and other basic features.
Power and Engine
Hyundai Aura comes with two engine options one is 1.2 Litre Bi-Fuel CNG and the other 1.2 Kappa, AMT, Petrol. The CNG option churns out around 67 PS of maximum power and 92 NM of torque and the 1.2 Kappa AMT petrol churns out around 83 PS and 113 NM of Torque
Colors
Starry Night, Titan Grey, Atlas White, Aqua Teal, Fiery Red, and Typhoon Silver.
5) Hyundai Exter (EX) variant
Overview and Features
The Hyundai Exter is a 5-seater micro-SUV. Due to its boxy style, it is categorically marketed as a micro-SUV. Exter is offered with a 1.2-liter petrol engine with a CNG option in both manual and automatic transmissions and comes in 17 variants. This could be your first car if you are looking to buy under 8 lakhs. This car has everything, be it looks or power. The refinement it gives is to the next level and Hyundai Products are famous for refinement and reliability
Exter (EX) is the variant one can buy for under 8 lakhs on the road here in India. Exter features lots of things, such as driver and passenger airbags, ABS, rear parking sensors, central locking, speed-sensing auto door lock, impact-sensing auto door unlock, inside handle-over ride (driver only), and front power windows only.
Power and Engine
1.2 l Kappa petrol MT, 1.2 l Kappa petrol AMT, and 1.2 l Bi-fuel Kappa petrol with CNG MT
1.2 L Kappa Petrol MT comes if offered across all variants. And power output is around 83 PS and 113 NM of torque, while others churn out around 69 PS with 92 NM of torque.
Only one engine option is given in the base variant, which is a 1.2-liter Kappa petrol MT.
Colours
Atlas White, Atlas White With Abyss Black, Cosmic Blue With Abyss Black Roof, Ranger Khaki, Cosmic Blue, Fiery Red, Titan Grey, Starry Night Blue and Ranger Khaki With Abyss Black Roof
6) Maruti Baleno, Sigma
Overview and Features
If you are looking to buy a Maruti product in the price range of Rs 8 lakh, then this car would be a great choice. The Baleno sells like hotcakes in India in terms of comfort and reliability, which no other car offers in this price range. A few Baleno features to look at are hill assist, brake assist, rear spoiler, rear defogger, power steering, front and rear power windows, parking sensors, and a lot more. So, if you are buying your first or secondary car, then Baleno would be one of your great choices.
Power and engine
Maruti Suzuki Baleno is currently available in petrol and CNG engines. The 1197 cc petrol engine generates 89 PS of maximum power and 113 Nm of torque. The 1197 cc CNG engine generates a power of 77 PS of Max power and a torque of 98.5Nm.
Colours
Luxe Beige, PearlMidnight Black, Grandeur Grey, Opulent Red, Arctic White, Splendid Silver and Nexa Blue
7) Grand I10 Nios-ERA variant
Overview and Features
Hyundai is on a roll this time as they have the third product in the line-up of the top 7, and this time its their big family small car. And it is a Hyundai I10 Grand Nios. This is a smart-looking hatchback. If you are looking to buy a small car to defend against city traffic, then this should be your pick, as it gives you comfort, looks, Hyundai’s reliability, and good driveability.
The Grand 110 Nios comes with driver and passenger airbags, ABS, a speed-sensing auto door lock system, power steering, and many other basic features.
Power and engine
1.2 l Kappa petrol MT, 1.2 l Kappa petrol AMT, and 1.2 l Bi-fuel Kappa petrol with CNG MT
1.2 L Kappa Petrol MT comes if offered across all variants. Power output is around 83 PS and 113 NM of torque, while others churn out around 69 PS with 92 NM of torque.
Only one engine option is given in the base variant, which is a 1.2-liter Kappa petrol MT.
Colours
Spark Green, Atlas White, Aqua Teal, Typhoon Silver, Titan Grey, Spark Green with Abyss Black, Atlas White with Abyss Black, and Fiery Red.
This is a well-researched post, not sponsored content. We have filtered out each brand and its minimal features so that users can get the most for their money in the specific price range.
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