If there is one thing every car owner wants from their vehicles, it has to be that they perform. Performance is one of the biggest factors when it comes to choosing the perfect car and in a country like India, where driving conditions can be quite daunting, having a car that knows how to perform is vital. But finding the best performance-based cars in a market this big is difficult, so here are the 10 best performance cars in India.
The Polo GT is the more powerful option among the lineup from Volkswagen. The models are fitted with bigger engines including a 1.2L TSI petrol motor that produces 105Ps of power and 175Nm of torque. It is mated to a 7-speed DSG automatic transmission and comes with FWD driving capabilities. The other engine option is a 1.5L TDI diesel motor that generates 110Ps and 230Nm and features a 5-speed manual transmission.
| City | Ex-Showroom Price | On-Road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 9.77 – 9.90 Lakh | Rs 11.09 – 11.57 Lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.68 – 12.02 Lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.69 – 11.86 Lakh |
| Pune | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.47 – 11.80 Lakh |
| Ahmedabad | Rs 9.84 – 9.96 Lakh | Rs 11.08 – 11.20 Lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.47 – 11.63 Lakh |
| Gurgaon | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.61 – 11.74 Lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.94 – 12.03 Lakh |
| Chandigarh | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.10 – 11.26 Lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 10.89 – 11.03 Lakh |
| Lucknow | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.46 – 11.62 Lakh |
| Jaipur | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.45 – 11.96 Lakh |
| Nagpur | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.29 – 11.63 Lakh |
| Faridabad | Rs 9.76 – 9.88 Lakh | Rs 11.61 – 11.74 Lakh |
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Manual | Diesel | 18.78 kmpl |
| Automatic | Petrol | 18.78 kmpl |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Volkswagen Polo COMFORTLINE 1.2L PETROL | 2013 | 28,841 | Rs. 2,85,000 |
| Volkswagen Polo TRENDLINE 1.2L DIESEL | 2012 | 52,825 | Rs. 2,85,000 |
| Volkswagen Polo TRENDLINE 1.2L PETROL | 2015 | 29,211 | Rs. 3,50,000 |
| Volkswagen Polo HIGHLINE1.2L PETROL | 2013 | 9,300 | Rs. 3,75,000 |
| Volkswagen Polo HIGHLINE1.2L PETROL | 2016 | 21,519 | Rs. 5,77,500 |
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Maruti is a brand that is extremely popular in India and the Baleno RS is definitely one of the most used cars in the country. Under the hood of the vehicle, the Baleno RS is fitted with a 1.0L 3-cylinder Boosterjet petrol engine which is capable of producing 102Ps of power and 150Nm of torque. In terms of transmission, the Baleno RS comes with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Manual | Petrol | 21.1 kmpl |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Maruti Baleno ALPHA DDIS 190 | 2015 | 66,445 | Rs. 5,75,000 |
| Maruti Baleno ZETA DDIS 190 | 2016 | 54,097 | Rs. 6,00,000 |
| Maruti Baleno ZETA 1.2 K12 | 2017 | 36,969 | Rs. 4,70,000 |
| Maruti Baleno ZETA 1.2 K12 | 2015 | 40,147 | Rs. 4,70,000 |
| Maruti Baleno DELTA 1.2 K12 | 2016 | 19,664 | Rs. 4,50,000 |
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Considered as one of the biggest-selling brands in India, Tata launched the Tiago JTP as a serious contender in the performance segment. Powering the car is a 1.2L Turbocharged petrol engine that generates 114Ps and 150Nm. Mated to the engine is a 5-speed manual transmission that has FWD driving capabilities. The Tiago JTP has a top speed of 150 kmph and can go from 0-100 kmph in 14.3 seconds.
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Manual | Petrol | 23.84 kmpl |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Tata Tiago XZ 1.2 REVOTRON | 2018 | 19,684 | Rs. 4,50,000 |
| Tata Tiago XT 1.2 REVOTRON | 2016 | 45,550 | Rs. 3,50,000 |
| Tata Tiago XZ 1.05 REVOTORQ | 2016 | 92,747 | Rs. 4,00,000 |
| Tata Tiago XZ 1.05 REVOTORQ | 2018 | 14,337 | Rs. 5,50,000 |
| Tata Tiago XZA 1.2 REVOTRON | 2017 | 5,705 | Rs. 4,80,000 |
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Ford sells cars that perform and the Figo Titanium Blu is one of the best examples of their quality. The car houses a 1.2L 3-cylinder petrol engine as well as a 1.5L diesel motor which generates 96Ps and 120Nm and 100Ps and 215Nm respectively. Both engine options are mated to a 5-speed manual transmission and have FWD capabilities.
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Manual | Petrol | 20.4 kmpl |
| Manual | Diesel | 25.5 kmpl |
Considered as one of the best cars in the market today, the Volkswagen Ameo GT is powered by a 1.5L diesel engine that offers 110Ps of power and 250Nm of torque. The car is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission with FWD capabilities. The diesel engine is capable of going from 0-100 kmph in 11.64 seconds which is impressive in the sedan segment of the market.
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Manual | Diesel | 21.66 kmpl |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Volkswagen Ameo HIGHLINE 1.2 | 2017 | 8,834 | Rs. 7,00,000 |
| Volkswagen Ameo COMFORTLINE 1.5L AT (D) | 2017 | 28,808 | Rs. 7,00,000 |
| Volkswagen Ameo COMFORTLINE 1.2 | 2016 | 27,897 | Rs. 4,00,000 |
| Volkswagen Ameo HIGHLINE 1.5 | 2016 | 65,895 | Rs. 4,25,000 |
| Volkswagen Ameo COMFORTLINE 1.2 | 2017 | 9,735 | Rs. 5,50,000 |
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Although KIA is relatively new in the Indian market, their cars have a lot to offer in terms of performance and the Seltos is definitely one of the best available options. The car comes 3 different engines which include a 1.5L petrol engine that generates 115Ps and 144Nm, a 1.4L Turbocharged petrol engine that offers 140Ps and 242Nm, and a 1.5L diesel engine that produces 115Ps and 250Nm. The diesel engine can be had with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. The petrol engines come with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed CVT or DCT transmission system.
| City | Ex-Showroom Price | On-Road Price |
| New Delhi | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.16 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Mumbai | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.53 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Hyderabad | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.62 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Pune | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.55 – 19.89 Lakh |
| Ahmedabad | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 10.99 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Chennai | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.42 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Gurgaon | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.22 – 19.89 Lakh |
| Bangalore | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.95 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Chandigarh | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 10.84 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Kolkata | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.07 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Lucknow | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.25 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Jaipur | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.54 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Nagpur | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.29 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Faridabad | Rs 9.69 – 16.99 Lakh | Rs 11.22 – 19.47 Lakh |
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Automatic | Petrol | 16.8 kmpl |
| Manual | Diesel | 20.8 kmpl |
The MG Hector is available in India with three different engine options – a 1.5L Turbocharged petrol motor that generates 143Ps of power and 250Nm of torque, a 2.0L diesel engine that offers 170Ps of power and 350Nm of torque, and a 1.5L petrol/48V hybrid engine. Both the petrol and diesel engine options can be had with a 6-speed manual transmission whereas the hybrid setup comes with a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Manual | Petrol | 14.16 kmpl |
| Automatic | Petrol | 13.96 kmpl |
| Manual | Diesel | 17.41 kmpl |
If you are in the market for a powerful performer, the Hyundai Venue is one of the best options. It is powered by a 1.2L petrol engine, a 1.4L diesel motor, and a 1.0L 3-cylinder Turbocharged petrol engine. While the 1.2L petrol engine produces 83Ps of power and 115Nm of torque, the 1.0L Turbocharged engine generates 120Ps and 172Nm. The diesel engine offers 90Ps and 220Nm. The engines can be had with a 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission system.
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Manual | Diesel | 23.7 kmpl |
| Manual | Petrol | 17.52 kmpl |
| Automatic | Petrol | 18.15 kmpl |
When you think of cars that perform, the Maruti Ertiga stands out for all the right reasons. Under the hood of the Ertiga sits a 1.5L petrol engine that generates 105Ps of power and 138Nm of torque as well as a 1.5L diesel motor which produces 95Ps of power and 225Nm of torque. Mated to the petrol engine is either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 4-speed automatic gearbox. The diesel engine is mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. A used car valuation tool can be used to get great deals on the Maruti Ertiga which is listed as one of the best-selling models from the brand.
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Manual | Diesel | 24.2 kmpl |
| Manual | Petrol | 19.34 kmpl |
| Automatic | Petrol | 18.69 kmpl |
| Model | Year | Kms Driven | Asking Price |
| Maruti Ertiga ZDI | 2013 | 39,573 | Rs. 8,00,000 |
| Maruti Ertiga LDI ABS | 2012 | 1,26,484 | Rs. 4,00,000 |
| Maruti Ertiga ZDI | 2013 | 1,42,347 | Rs. 5,50,000 |
| Maruti Ertiga VXI | 2015 | 91,371 | Rs. 4,70,000 |
| Maruti Ertiga ZDI SHVS | 2018 | 50,121 | Rs. 9,00,000 |
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The Renault Triber is one of the latest hatchbacks to launch in the country and is quite a powerful option. It is powered by a 1.0L 3-cylinder petrol engine that generates 72Ps of power along with 96Nm of torque. Currently, the Triber is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission while a 5-speed automatic gearbox is expected to launch soon.
| Gearbox | Fuel Type | Mileage |
| Manual | Petrol | 20.0 kmpl |
These above-mentioned cars are some of the best performance-based cars available in the country today and offer a lot in terms of power, fuel-efficiency, and style. All the cars here are relatively affordable and offer great value for their price tags. Given their features and specifications, these cars can soon have people preparing RC transfers in order to get their hands on them. If it’s a performance you’re after, these are definitely the models to choose from.
