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Automatic cars under 6 lakh in India - Page 2

Finding automatic cars of ₹6 lakhs in India is much easier than it was a few years ago. This budget now features a handful of city-friendly hatchbacks such as the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R, Maruti Suzuki Celerio, Tata Tiago, Renault Kwid and Maruti Suzuki Alto K10. All of them utilise AMT gearboxes and are designed for those who want the convenience of no clutches without stretching into higher price brackets. For daily commuting, these cars deliver ease of use, low cost of running and predictable ownership.

  • Renault Triber

    ₹5.76L - 8.60LEx-showroom
    front three-quarter of a Amber Terracotta with Mystery Black Renault Triber
    interior dashboard view of a Renault Triber
    front seat close-up of a Renault Triber
    rear seat and interior view of a Renault Triber
    front view of a Amber Terracotta Renault Triber
    96 NmMax Torque
    MUV Body Type
    7 Seating Capacity
    • Smart 7-seater with modular seating
    • Roof rails with 50 kg load carrying capacity
    • New LED DRLs and projector headlamps
  • Nissan Magnite

    ₹5.62L - 11.92LEx-showroom
    front three-quarter view of a Sunrise Copper Orange Nissan Magnite
    Side mirror and front door badge of a Sunrise Copper Orange Nissan Magnite
    Front view of a Sunrise Copper Orange Nissan Magnite
    side profile of a Sunrise Copper Orange Nissan Magnite
    top view of a Nissan Magnite
    160 NmMax Torque
    SUV Body Type
    5 Seating Capacity
    • Updated compact SUV
    • Affordable choice
    • Feature-rich options
  • Tata Tigor

    ₹5.49L - 8.74LEx-showroom
    front three-quarter view of a Supernova Copper Tata Tigor
    Steering wheel cruise control buttons of a Tata Tigor
    Front view of a Tata Tigor
    rear windshield and spoiler of a Supernova Copper Tata Tigor
    front three-quarter view of a Supernova Copper Tata Tigor
    4 Safety Rating
    113 NmMax Torque
    Sedan Body Type
    • Stylish compact sedan
    • Spacious interior for segment
    • Feature-packed cabin
  • Renault KWID

    ₹4.30L - 6.39LEx-showroom
    front three-quarter of a Zanskar Blue Renault KWID
    side profile showing ground clearance detail of a Renault KWID
    Headlight close-up of a Renault KWID
    front grille and headlamp view of a Renault KWID
    Front wheel and headlight area of a Renault KWID
    91 NmMax Torque
    Hatchback Body Type
    5 Seating Capacity
    • Affordable city car
    • Budget-friendly choice
    • Feature-rich for the price
  • Renault Kiger

    ₹5.76L - 10.34LEx-showroom
    front three-quarter view of a Oasis yellow Renault Kiger
    Wireless smartphone replication
    Wireless charger
    Wireless Charger
    Ventilated Seats
    160 NmMax Torque
    SUV Body Type
    5 Seating Capacity
    • Sporty Refreshed Styling & Design Enhancements
    • Ventilated Front Seats & 360 Camera
    • Factory-approved CNG Kit
  • Maruti Suzuki S-Presso

    ₹3.50L - 5.25LEx-showroom
    front three-quarter of a Solid Fire Red Maruti Suzuki S-Presso
    gear shift lever and console of a Maruti Suzuki S-Presso
    boot space view of a Maruti Suzuki S-Presso
    Dashboard and center console of a Maruti Suzuki S-Presso
    interior seats view of a Maruti Suzuki S-Presso
    1 Safety Rating
    89 NmMax Torque
    Hatchback Body Type
    • Affordable & stylish micro-SUV
    • City-friendly choice
    • Feature-rich options
  • Hyundai Exter Facelift

    ₹5.80L - 9.57LEx-showroom
    Exter Feature Image
    Hill-start assist control (HAC) of Hyundai Exter
    Front grille close-up of Hyundai Exter
    Side profile of Hyundai Exter
    Interior rearview mirror area of Hyundai Exter
    113.80 NmMax Torque
    Hatchback Body Type
    5 Seating Capacity
    • Compact city-friendly SUV
    • Sunroof in entry segment
    • 8-inch touchscreen infotainment
  • Nissan Gravite

    ₹5.65L - 8.94LEx-showroom
    Gravite Feature Image
    Front view of Nissan Gravite
    Taillight close-up of Nissan Gravite
    Front view of Nissan Gravite
    Ground clearance view of Nissan Gravite
    96 NmMax Torque
    MUV Body Type
    7 Seating Capacity
    • Emerging markets focus positioning
    • 7-seater budget family SUV concept
    • Turbo-petrol engine expected option
  • Tata Aeris

    ₹5.90L - 9.78LEx-showroom
    Tata Aeris Feature Image
    Tata Aeris Left Side Mirror with Turn Indicator
    Tata Aeris Left Side Bodyline with Aeris Badge
    Tata Aeris Left Front Wheel and Tyre Close-up
    Tata Aeris Left Front Three-Quarter View
    113 NmMax Torque
    Sedan Body Type
    5 Seating Capacity
    • Six airbags
    • 360-degree camera
    • 10.25-inch touchscreen
  • Tata Nano EV

    ₹5L - 7LEx-showroom
    Covered full-car view of a Maruti Suzuki Wagon R Flex Fuel
    Hatchback Body Type
    5 Seating Capacity
    Automatic Transmission
    • Compact
    • city-friendly electric car.
    • Affordable with low running costs.

Automatic Cars Under ₹6 Lakhs - Automatic Within Budget

Automatic cars under ₹6 lakhs use Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) technology. While AMTs do not provide the smoothness of CVTs or torque converters, they eliminate the work of a clutch and reduce driver fatigue in traffic. Maintenance costs remain close to manual cars, and that makes ownership affordable for first-time buyers and small families.

 

What buyers need to know is that automatic cars under ₹6 lakhs in India are more about efficiency and ease than refinement. Interiors are simple, performance is optimised for city driving, and safety ratings are all over the place. Still, for short commutes and daily errands, there is strong value in this segment.

Here are the most relevant automatic cars under ₹6 lakhs available in India currently.

 

ModelARAI MileageEngineEx-Showroom Price
Maruti Suzuki Alto K10Upto 24.9 kmpl1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, petrol₹4.95–5.45 lakh
Renault KwidUpto 23.3 kmpl1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, petrol₹5.00–5.99 lakh
Maruti Suzuki S-PressoUpto 25.3 kmpl1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, petrol₹4.75–5.25 lakh
Maruti Suzuki CelerioUpto 26.68 kmpl1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, petrol₹5.61–6.73 lakh
Maruti Suzuki Wagon RUpto 25.19 kmpl1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, petrol; 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder, petrol₹5.97–6.95 lakh

 

Note: Prices apply to select variants and may vary by city.

Here are all these automatic cars that are available in India under the ₹6 lakh mark. Choose as per your preference. 

 

  • Maruti Suzuki Alto K10: The cheapest automatic option that is very easy to drive in traffic. It can easily seat four adults comfortably in city use, and comes with the mandatory safety kit. It’s a good option for small families and college students.  
     
  • Renault Kwid: Offers SUV-like styling and better ground clearance for bad city roads. It’s also quite spacious for a car of its price, and comes with a fairly large boot.  
     
  • Maruti Suzuki S-Presso: Tall seating and good visibility are great for urban driving in congested cities. It has a fairly spacious interior, while maintenance is easy on the pocket.  
     
  • Maruti Suzuki Celerio: Delivers excellent fuel efficiency and a more spacious cabin than entry-level hatchbacks. Also, it’s fairly easy to maintain and gets 6 airbags.  
     
  • Maruti Suzuki Wagon R: The most practical automatic for families that want good headroom and great usability for daily use. It’s roomy, easy-to-maintain, and offers light controls. 

This segment overcomes daily driving stress but comes with trade-offs.

 

ProsCons
Clutch-free city drivingAMT gearboxes are not very smooth
Low purchase and running costsBasic interiors and features
Easy to drive and parkModest safety ratings on some models
Good fuel efficiencyLimited highway performance
Simple maintenanceAutomatic options are limited to hatchbacks

Automatic cars under ₹6 lakhs are ideal for those who drive mostly in the city and who value convenience over outright performance. They are particularly suited to first-time car owners, senior drivers and households that require a reliable second car. Models such as the Wagon R and Celerio deliver on space and efficiency, and the Tiago is attractive among safety-conscious buyers.

 

These cars are designed to be excellent options for budget-concious buyers. Their high fuel efficiency and light controls make them easy to use in the city. Meanwhile, they don’t feel out of place during occasional highway runs. Moreover, thanks to the latest norms introduced by the government, all these vehicles offer multiple airbags and ABS as standard. This ensures sufficient safety even if you opt for the absolute base variant of any of these vehicles.