Find out which budget-friendly fuel efficient cars you can consider buying in India.
With fuel prices shooting up each day, car buyers are looking for cars that are not only budget-friendly but also fuel efficient. Therefore, in this blog, we have shortlisted the top 5 low price fuel efficient cars in India as per ARAI. Let us have a look at them!
1. Maruti Alto – 24.7 kmpl
Maruti has always been recognized as a fuel-efficient car brand by the auto enthusiasts in India. However, the discontinued diesel models have somewhat impacted its ‘best mileage car brand’ image. Although the diesel lineup is certainly missed by the fuel efficient car lovers but the petrol engine lineup still surprises with impeccable mileage figures. Maruti Alto is a great option for car buyers who look for a car that is not expensive and delivers great mileage. The ARAI mileage for the best-selling car Maruti Alto in Indian market is 24.72 kmpl. According to the manufacturer, the CNG version has a mileage of 33.44 km/kg.
| Engine | 796cc, 3-cylinder |
| Max. Power | 47.65 PS @ 6,000 rpm |
| Peak Torque | 69 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
| Transmission | 5-Speed Manual |
| Top Speed | 142 Kmph |
| 0-100 Kmph | 16 Seconds |
| Mileage | 24.7 kmpl claimed |
| Dimensions | 3395 mm x 1490 mm x 1475 mm (LBH); Wheelbase – 2360 mm |
| Price | Rs. 2.94 to 4.36 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi) |
2. Maruti Baleno MT – 21.39 kmpl
Maruti launched the Baleno as the first BS6 car in India with mild hybrid technology, as the new Dzire SHVS shares its engine. The vehicle’s diesel engine was very fuel efficient, but its petrol model also doesn’t disappoint the enthusiasts. It has a claimed fuel efficiency of 21.39 kmpl.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3995 x 1745 x 1500 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 960-985 Kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 15” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 339 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.2 L DualJet Diesel |
| Power | 83-90 bhp |
| Torque | 113 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual |
| Mileage | 21.39 kmpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 5.63-8.96 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi) |
3. Tata Tiago Petrol MT – 23.84 kmpl
Tata Tiago also eliminated its frugal diesel engine, the 1.05 Litre Revotorq unit. A 1.2-litre three-cylinder petrol engine with 86 horsepower and 113 Newton meters of peak torque is now available. The Tiago is also one of the safest hatchbacks in India, earning a respectable 4-star safety rating in Global NCAP crash testing. The claimed fuel efficiency of the Tiago hatchback is 23.84 kmpl, which is too good.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3746 x 1647 x 1535 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1080 Kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 14” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 242 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.2 Litre Revotron |
| Power | 86 bhp |
| Torque | 113 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual/5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | 23.84 kmpl |
| Price | Rs. 4.60 – 6.60 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi) |
4. Maruti Dzire Petrol – 23.56 kmpl
India’s marquee carmaker launched the facelifted Dzire that has taken a big leap in every sense as compared to the forerunners. Besides getting styling changes, new features and mild hybrid technology are also part of the package. The 1.2 Litre engine with SHVS now produces 90 bhp, 7 bhp more than the predecessor. The Dzire is the best selling sedan in India and also marks its presence among the low price fuel efficient cars in India. Its claimed fuel efficiency is 23.56 kmpl.
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 3995 x 1735 x 1515 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 955-990 KG |
| Wheel Type and Size | 15” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 378 L |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.2 Litre DualJet Petrol |
| Power | 90 bhp |
| Torque | 113 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | 5-speed manual/5-speed AMT |
| Mileage | 23.56 kmpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 5.89 – 8.81 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi) |
5. Honda Amaze Diesel Automatic – 24.7 kmpl
The Honda Amaze Diesel is the most fuel-efficient automatic in India. It is the first Honda to offer an automatic-diesel combination. It is equipped with a 1.5-litre i-DTEC diesel engine and a CVT transmission that produces 80 horsepower and 160 pounds of torque. There are 20 fewer horsepower and 40 fewer Nm in CVT versions than with manual transmissions. With the claimed mileage of 24.7 kmpl, it is indeed a great choice for the car buyers.
| Dimensions (LWB) | 3990 x 1680 x 1505 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1065 Kgs |
| Wheel Type and Size | 14” Alloys |
| Boot Space | 400 litres |
| Engine Type/ Displacement | 1.5 L i-DTEC Diesel |
| Power | 80 bhp |
| Torque | 160 Nm |
| Transmission (Gearbox) | CVT |
| Mileage | 24.7 kmpl (claimed) |
| Price | Rs. 8.86 – 9.96 lakh (Ex-showroom, Delhi) |
