Best Cars Under 5 Lakhs

The Maruti Suzuki Alto range has 8 models with a low starting price of 2.99 lakh. They have options for both CNG and petrol-driven cars. The cars come with a 17.78cm touch screen infotainment system built on its dashboard. Most of its models have dual airbag safety, that is, on both driver and passenger seats. These airbags inflate and deflate automatically. While its exterior boasts of an elegant and dynamic new aero edge design, its interiors are crafted in dual tones for added style and flair in its looks.

The Renault Kwid range offers 10 variants under a 5 lakh budget available in Moonlight Silver and Ice Cool White colours. If you can expand your budget to another 50K, there are 3 more variants available in shades of red, blue, and bronze as well.

Kwid’s exterior gives an enhanced SUV look. The interiors bag a number of features; 20.32cm touchscreen mediaNAV system, ergonomic seatings with a rear armrest to add in the comfort and convenience along with dual airbags safety. For families who need extra luggage space, this one is a catch with a boot space of 279 litres, which can expand up to 620 litres.

Maruti Suzuki’s brand new WagonR is another important mention in our best cars under 5 lakh list. This budget offers 2 variants. Its interiors come in dual tones with cabin lamps at the front. A sun-visor with a cardholder is also present on the driver's side. The models ensure safety with seat belt reminders and high-speed alerts. It has a rear parking system and a child-proof door lock facility.

Maruti Suzuki’s Celerio LXI has single airbag safety while LXI (0) has dual airbag provision (both for driver and passenger front seats). It has an impressive exterior with a hatchback style. Different colour options are available. Its interior has an integrated rear headrest. The air conditioning of this range has advanced climate control technology. On activation, it automatically maintains the car-cabin temperature to combat the varying outer climate. Some of its safety features are child lock, seat belt reminders, and speed alert systems.

The Tata Tiago XE is a sleek and stylish car available in 5 different colour options. Its exterior offers a sporty look with angular fit headlamps and chrome stripped front grille. Halogen head and tail lights work great. Its interiors are dual-tone in grey and black combination. It has rear parking sensors. Its safety measures include dual airbags (both for driver and front passenger seat), ABS (Anti-lock braking system), and child-safe locks. Tiago XE is one of the best cars under a 5-lakh budget in India.

S-Presso is one of the latest ranges of Maruti. If you are fond of an SUV feel, you must check out this range. Most models in the range lie within budget.

Its exterior has signature C-shaped lamps at the tail and a squarish wheel arch with 14” tires.

Its interior has a high seating position for more command on the drive. S-presso’s dashboard has a stylish centre console and provides an option for coloured accessories. Its engine complies with BS6 emission norms.

VXI+ out of all the above-mentioned variants is a good catch for young spirits. It supports a SmartPlay Studio infotainment system built on a 17.78cm touch screen. VXI+ also provides dual airbag safety, unlike S-Presso’s other mentioned models that have a single driver-side airbag. The steering of VXI+ is also mounted with audio and voice controls, which makes this model ideally the best car under 5 lakh rupees in India.

Maruti Suzuki Eeco is a van style car. It’s a great model in the market for a family. Its speciality is its 7 seater variants, suitable for big families. The range boasts a huge cabin space and ample comfort. The front seats have a reclining mechanism and the other seats have integrated headrests.

Another unique quality of this model is the inbuilt heating and air conditioning mechanism. To add to its looks and style, the interiors are dual-toned and the car can be found in different shades of blue, silver, and red along with classic shades of black and white.

Maruti Suzuki’s Ignis Petrol Sigma has toughened exteriors and a compact SUV look. It’s a great option to manoeuvre in the city and is available in various colour options and combinations. It has a central locking system for a safe drive. Its additional comfort and convenience are supported by foot-rest, tilt steering, and front power windows. Just like Eeco, its air conditioning also supports heating facilities. One of its best safety features is its rapid auto door locking.