Affordable Diesel Automatic SUVs Under 15 Lakhs
Mumbai, November 11: Three impressive Diesel Automatic SUVs are available in the Indian market for under 15 lakhs, making them excellent options for budget-conscious buyers. These models, from Tata, Hyundai, and Kia, are designed to offer powerful performance, better fuel efficiency, and the convenience of automatic driving.
The Hyundai Venue HX5 variant is priced at ₹14.43 lakhs on-road in Mumbai. It features a 1.5-liter diesel engine that generates 114bhp and 250Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. The claimed mileage is 17.9 kmpl, and it comes equipped with features like a reverse parking camera, six airbags, a 10.25-inch infotainment screen, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, TPMS, an electric sunroof, and cruise control.
Next is the Tata Nexon Pure Plus, with an on-road price of ₹13.15 lakhs in Mumbai. This variant also has a 1.5-liter diesel engine producing 113bhp and 260Nm of torque. It is the most affordable diesel-automatic variant of the Nexon, featuring a 6-speed AMT gearbox. Key features include a 10.25-inch infotainment screen, rear-view camera, six airbags, and an option for a panoramic sunroof for an additional ₹59,000.
Lastly, the Kia Sonet HTE(O) is the most budget-friendly option on this list, priced at ₹11.92 lakhs on-road in Mumbai. It shares its 1.5-liter diesel engine with the Venue, delivering 114bhp and 250Nm of torque, coupled with a 6-speed automatic torque converter gearbox. The Sonet HTE(O) includes features like an electric sunroof, rear door sunshade, six airbags, and LED DRLs, although it lacks an infotainment system.
All prices mentioned are for Mumbai and may vary in other cities.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.