Benchmarking
1). HYUNDAI VENUE
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| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 118.41bhp@6000rpm | ||
| Maximum Torque | 172Nm@1500-4000rpm | ||
| Transmission: | automatic, manual | ||
| Engine: | 1.2L turbo, petrol, 1.5L diesel | ||
| Fuel Type: | petrol, diesel | ||
| Mileage: | 16.3 km/l to 22 km/l | ||
he Hyundai Venue was introduced in 2019 as a more accessible entry point to the Hyundai SUV family. With several segment-first features and stylish design, the compact SUV is one of the most feature-rich cars under 10 lakh. At this price point, the Venue comes equipped with a powered driver’s seat, up to six airbags, ESC, hill assist, and an assortment of engines and gearboxes to choose from. For those coming from a hatchback, the Venue is a great option to consider stepping into SUV ownership without sacrificing the city-friendly attributes.
Introduced in June 2019 and receiving a facelift in 2022, the Hyundai Venue is packed with various first-in-segment features and has stylish looks. A compact SUV by design, the car handles quite a few bad roads with ease. Sharing the instrument and infotainment cluster with the i20, the Venue also has a first-in-segment power function for the driver’s seat. The upper trim also gets an in-built air purifier, a power driver’s seat, a wireless charger, and a few software features in the infotainment unit. The top trim gets six airbags, ABS, EBD, ESC, vehicle stability management, hill assist, a reverse camera with dynamic guidelines, and a tire pressure monitoring system. Best for mid-sized families
2). TATA NEXON
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| Max Power (bhp@rpm) | 108.49bhp@4000rpm | ||
| Max Torque (nm@rpm) | 260nm@1500-2750rpm | ||
| TransmissionType | Automatic | ||
| Engine: | 1.5l Turbocharged Revotorq Engine | ||
| Fuel Type | Diesel | ||
| ARAI Mileage | 18.5 kmpl | ||
Launched in 2017, receiving a facelift and a BS6 update in 2020, the Tata Nexon is another compact SUV in this list. The Nexon has an aggressive design and a proper road presence. Featuring a G-NCAP rating of five stars, the Nexon is a no-nonsense vehicle providing absolute safety to its passengers. Also, having a ground clearance of 205mm, it can easily handle potholes and bad roads, and has mild off-roading capabilities, considering it is front-wheel drive only. It has a very satisfying mid to top-end power and provides a spacious cabin room. The upper trims also receive wireless charging, an air purifier with an AQI display, an electric sunroof, and ventilated front seats. Providing more comfort for 3 people at the back, the Nexon is a proper family car and can easily house 5 people. It rivals the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and the Kia Sonet, which also are found on this list of cars under 10 lakh
3). MARUTI SUZUKI ERTIGA
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| Maximum Power | 105 PS @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual, 4-speed torque converter automatic, 5-speed manual (CNG) |
| Engine | 1.5-liter K15B petrol engine |
| Fuel Type | Petrol and CNG |
| Mileage | 19.01 km/l (claimed for petrol), 27.8 km/kg (claimed for CNG) |
Maruti Suzuki, a true giant in the Indian automotive industry, has always impressed with its wide range of vehicles, but one of their most outstanding options has to be the Ertiga 7-seater SUV. the Ertiga is powered by a cutting-edge BSVI-compliant 1.5 L K15 Smart Hybrid petrol engine that delivers 105 Ps of power and 138 Nm of torque, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission and a 4-speed automatic gearbox option. There is also a CNG-petrol engine option that is powered by the same 1.5L petrol engine and produces 92 Ps of power with 122 Nm of torque. The Ertiga comes equipped with a host of features such as power steering, power windows, electronically adjustable seats, automatic climate control, and a state-of-the-art touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity. Safety is of utmost importance, and the Ertiga does not disappoint with its inclusion of features such as ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors, ABS with EBD, parking sensors, dual front airbags and hill hold control. The Maruti Suzuki Ertiga continues to be a top choice for those in the market for a spacious, powerful, and reliable SUV.
4). MARUTI SUZUKI EECO
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| Maximum Power | 173 PS @ 6000 rpm | ||
| Maximum Torque | 101 Nm @ 3000 rpm | ||
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | ||
| Engine | 1.5-liter K15B petr1.2-liter K-Series petrol engine | ||
| Fuel Type | Petrol and CNG | ||
| Mileage | 20.2 km/l (claimed for petrol), 27.05 km/kg (claimed for CNG) | ||
The Maruti Suzuki Eeco has been revamped and re-released in the Indian market, boasting a new, more powerful engine and an array of exciting new features. The 2023 Maruti Eeco is powered by the advanced 1.2L K-series Dual Jet, Dual VVT engine, which not only delivers a 10% increase in power output at 80.76 PS @ 6000 rpm, but also boasts an impressive 25% increase in fuel efficiency, reaching up to 20.20 km/l for the petrol variant. The S-CNG version takes fuel efficiency even further, with a 29% increase, reaching up to 27.05 km/kg.
In terms of style, the new Eeco features a sleek Metallic Brisk Blue body colour and a range of new features such as a digital instrument cluster, a new steering wheel, and rotary controls for the AC and heater. Safety is also a top priority, as the Eeco comes loaded with 11+ safety features, including an engine immobiliser, illuminated hazard switch, dual airbags, ABS with EBD, child lock for sliding doors and windows, and reverse parking sensors, among others.