Here’s a clear list of some of the best budget cars you can buy in India under ₹7 lakh (new, 2025/2026 models) — ideal for first‑time buyers, city commutes, and small families 👇 (Cars 360)
🚗 Top Cars Under ₹7 Lakh (Ex‑Showroom)
🔹 Hatchbacks & City Cars
- Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 – Starting around ₹3.99 lakh, excellent fuel economy and low running cost. (CarnBikeCafe)
- Maruti Suzuki S‑Presso – Around ₹4.26 lakh, SUV‑inspired design in a compact, affordable package. (Timesbull)
- Renault Kwid – About ₹4.30–4.69 lakh, rugged SUV‑style look for city use. (India Today)
- Tata Tiago – Around ₹5.50–5.60 lakh, one of the safest cars in the budget hatch segment. (PayBima)
- Maruti Suzuki Celerio – ~₹5.64 lakh, simple hatch with good mileage. (Timesbull)
- Maruti Suzuki WagonR – ~₹4.99 lakh, practical family hatch with tall‑boy design. (Cars 360)
- Hyundai Grand i10 Nios – ~₹5.98 lakh, refined hatchback with good build quality. (Cars 360)
🔸 Compact SUVs & Sedans
- Tata Punch (Base Variant) – ~₹5.50–6.00 lakh for base petrol, stylish mini‑SUV with strong build. (Cars 360)
- Hyundai Exter (Base Variant) – ~₹6.21–6.49 lakh, feature‑rich compact SUV. (Timesbull)
- Renault Kiger – ~₹6.30 lakh, compact SUV with turbo options available. (Timesbull)
- Maruti Suzuki Swift (Base) – ~₹5.99 lakh, sporty and popular hatch. (Cars 360)
- Maruti Suzuki Dzire (Base) – ~₹6.51 lakh, budget sedan with good space. (Cars 360)
- Nissan Magnite (XE Base) – ~₹6.38 lakh, SUV‑style hatch with good safety ratings. (Carversal)
📊 What ₹7 Lakh Gets You in India
| Model | Approx. Ex‑Showroom Price | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 | ₹~3.99 L | Hatchback |
| Maruti Suzuki S‑Presso | ₹~4.26 L | Entry Hatch |
| Renault Kwid | ₹~4.30 L | SUV‑styled Hatch |
| Tata Tiago | ₹~5.50 L | Hatchback |
| Maruti Suzuki Celerio | ₹~5.64 L | Hatchback |
| Maruti Suzuki WagonR | ₹~4.99 L | Hatchback |
| Hyundai Grand i10 Nios | ₹~5.98 L | Hatchback |
| Tata Punch (Base) | ₹~5.50 L | Compact SUV |
| Hyundai Exter (Base) | ₹~6.21 L | Compact SUV |
| Renault Kiger | ₹~6.30 L | Compact SUV |
| Maruti Suzuki Swift | ₹~5.99 L | Hatchback |
| Maruti Suzuki Dzire | ₹~6.51 L | Sedan |
| Nissan Magnite (Base) | ₹~6.38 L | Compact SUV |
🧠 Quick Buyer Tips
✔ Best urban commutes: Alto K10, S‑Presso, Kwid — super cheap to buy and run, great for city traffic. (CarnBikeCafe)
✔ Safer hatchbacks: Tata Tiago and Grand i10 Nios offer better safety and comfort. (Cars 360)
✔ Budget SUV feel: Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter give SUV styling and practicality under ₹7 L. (Timesbull)
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