Cheap fast cars aren’t an easy breed to find. The two words might not go well with each other. Obviously, if something’s fast, there is a chance its expensive. And if it’s cheap then there’s a good probability that things might not get as fast as you’d want them to.
So, is there really a thing called ‘cheap fast cars’? Well, Indian carmakers have always shied away from on building performance-based cars. The reasons were quite conspicuous. Indian consumers have hardly been consumer-oriented. Good mileage, spacious interiors and a competitive price. When a carmaker successfully captures these three aspects, consider they’ve made it.
But at the end of the day, there are some people who crave performance in desi cars. The people who have been wanting to brag about the stats of their cars but still don’t break their piggy bank while doing so. Keeping those people in mind, we’ve compiled a list of 10 cars which churn out more than 100 bhp of power. Let’s find out.
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1. Mahindra XUV 300
The car is a perfect combo. Not only it is super safe, but it also performs freakishly good. XUV 300 can easily be called the best of both worlds, considering the comfortable interiors and powerful performance. The car’s 1.2-litre petrol engine generates 110 bhp, whereas the diesel engine generates 115 bhp.
Starts From: ₹7,90,000
2. Tiago JTP
The Tiago JTP is one of a kind. Tata aced the design, but the JTP engine ensured it sailed easily into the ‘hot hatch’ segment. Tiago JTP is powered by a 1199cc engine turbocharged engine producing a hefty 112 bhp power at 6000 RPM. The name ‘JTP’ comes from the collaboration Tata entered into with Coimbatore based Jayem Automotive. Jayem Automotive has a history of making fast cars.
Starts From: ₹6.39 lakhs
3. Baleno RS
Maruti surely knew what they were doing with the Baleno RS. The Baleno was already raking in the numbers for Maruti, and the RS was expected to up the ante.
The Baleno RS is powered by a 1-litre Booster-Jet petrol engine producing 110 hp and 150 Nm of torque. The car comes mated with a manual transmission only, keeping in mind the car enthusiast’s tastes.
Starts From: ₹8.76 lakhs
4. Ford Figo
The Ford Figo gets a peppy engine. Its 1.5-litre petrol engine produces a massive 121 bhp and 150 Nm of torque. The Ford Figo comes mated with an automatic gearbox only. It also comes with a 1.5-litre diesel engine giving an exciting performance.
Starts From: ₹8.09 lakhs
5. Polo GT
The Polo GT isn’t a car anymore, its a cult. It has its own fanbase. Coming with a well-bred Volkswagen pedigree the car has made a name for itself. It’s ‘GT’ badge totally does justice to its performance. The Polo comes with a diesel as well as a petrol engine. Its 1.2-litre petrol engine produces 105 bhp. Whereas, the 1.5 litre TDI engine produces 110 bhp.
Starts From: ₹9.71 lakhs
6. Tata Nexon
The Tata Nexon is available with both petrol and diesel options. The 1198 cc three-cylinder turbocharged engine puts out a 108 bhp at 5000 rpm and 170 Nm of torque. The 1497 cc diesel engine makes 108 bhp and 260 Nm of torque.
Starts From: ₹6.64 lakhs
7. Ford Ecosport
The Ford Ecosport is one of the best selling Ford products in the country, and for obvious reasons. Ecosport checks all the boxes when it comes to buying a car. Has a spacious interior, looks good, performs good and more.
The car is available in both petrol and diesel engine options. The 1497 cc petrol engine produces 121 bhp and 150 Nm of torque. The diesel engine, on the other hand, produces 100 bhp of power.
Starts from: ₹7.82 lakhs
8. Skoda Rapid
The Skoda Rapid comes with a diesel as well as a petrol option. A 1.6-litre petrol engine powers the Rapid churning out 103 hp. Its diesel engine produces 108 hp at 250 Nm of torque.
Starts From: ₹8.0 lakhs
9. Tata Tigor JTP
The Tigor JTP is the elder sibling of the Tiago JTP. A result of the same Tata and Jayem Automotive collaboration, the car is packed with power. It comes with a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine that puts out 112 bhp and 150 Nm of torque. It comes paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Starts From: ₹7.49 lakhs
10. Honda City
The Honda City is a renowned name when it comes to performance and style. It is an epitome of good performance and impeccable build quality. And the best part is it fits most of the budgets. Its 1.5-litre petrol engine generates 117 bhp and 145 Nm of torque.
Starts From: ₹9.70 lakhs
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