With the BS6 emission norms coming into effect, all major carmakers are now working tirelessly to update their existing as well as future line-up to comply with the more stringent the surprisingly eco-friendly BS6 emission norms. So let’s have a look at the top 5 most affordable BS6 cars to look out for.
Most Affordable BS6 Cars
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Renault Kwid
Renault Kwid Engine Specification Engine 1.0-litre, 3-Cylinder Power(Hp) 67hp Torque(Nm) 91Nm Fuel Type Petrol Dimensions 3731 mm x 1579 mm x 1474 mm Wheelbase 2422 mm Transmission 5-speed MT Price (Ex-showroom) ₹ 3.02 Lakh ARAI Mileage 24.04 kmpl The first contender on the most affordable bs6 cars list is the Renault Kwid which has been the best selling hatchback for over 6 months in a row beating its active rivals such as the alto k10, Datsun Redi go, and the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso which tried its best to take the throw from Kwid has somehow managed to reach besides it but still couldn’t take it.
It was recently that Renault launched the upgraded version of the car. The feature list on the Renault kwid offers rear parking sensors, an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system (restricted to the top-end variant), a rear-seat armrest and a speed-alert feature which is unless but still can grab a position on the feature list. Well with these top-of-the segment specs it has become very hard for its competitors to beat the kwid and with that said the kwid remains the most affordable bs6 car in India till date.
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Maruti Suzuki S-Presso
Maruti Suzuki S-Presso Engine Specification Engine K10B Engine Power(Hp) 67hp Torque(Nm) 90Nm Fuel Type Petrol Dimensions 3565 mm x 1520 mm x 1549 mm Wheelbase 2380 mm Transmission 5-speed MT Price (Ex-showroom) ₹ 3.07 Lakh ARAI Mileage 21.7 kmpl The next most affordable BS6 cars look a bit weird but still does the job The Maruti Suzuki S-Presso after ruling the hatchback segment for over a decade it was time that Maruti tried its hand at something else.
The S-presso might not look good but surely performs well but safety has always been a questionable aspect with Maruti’s car but this time they have taken some serious action on that part as the new S-Presso comes equipped with dual airbags, reverse parking sensors, ABS (Anti-Lock-Braking System), high-speed warning alert, driver/co-driver seatbelt reminder and vehicle immobilizer as standard fitments. Safety features such as remote central locking, speed-sensitive door locks, front seat belts with pre-tensioners and parking brake warning reserved for the VXi and VXi+ variant only.
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Hyundai Santro
BS6 Hyundai Santro` Engine Specification Engine 1.1-litre Epsilon MPI Power(Hp) 68hp Torque(Nm) 99Nm Fuel Type Petrol Dimensions 3610 mm x 1645 mm x 1560 mm Wheelbase 2400 mm Transmission 5-speed MT Price (Ex-showroom) ₹ 4.57 lakh ARAI Mileage 20.3 kmpl The Santro was once considered the most-affordable cars in India but the new upgraded version has somehow failed to attract its lovers and this has lead to the fall of the once King. Talking about the design and features on the outside, the new BS6 Santro which was first introduced back in 2018 and supports a modern-sporty design which also highlights its signature cascading chrome front grille. Other features on the outside include front fog lamps, turn indicator on ORVMs, Z-shaped character lines, dual-tone bumpers, 14-inch wheels and rear taillight.
Coming to the Inside, this new most affordable car in India gets an all-new 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, driver-side airbag, ABS with EBD, speed alert system, rear parking sensor and rear AC vents.
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Maruti Suzuki Alto
Alto Engine Specification Engine 0.8-litre, 3-cylinder Power(Hp) 40.3hp Torque(Nm) 60Nm Fuel Type Petrol Dimensions 3445 mm x 1490 mm x 1475 mm Wheelbase 2360 mm Transmission 5-speed MT Price (Ex-showroom) ₹ 2.94 lakh ARAI Mileage 22.05 kmpl Sadly the King has fallen, The Maruti Suzuki Alto was best-selling and one of the most affordable cars in India for over a decade. But with the new company stepping up their game it became really hard for the Alto to keep up with them. But it was recently that Maruti launched the BS6 compliant version of the Alto K10 which has made some scope of the fallen king.
The new BS6 model comes loaded with features such as a 7.0-inch touchscreen that’s compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and gets Bluetooth connectivity, dual-tone interiors, a manual air-conditioner with heater, power steering, power windows, remote locking, and the manually adjustable rearview mirrors, Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD), reverse parking sensors, seatbelt reminders, speed alert system and dual front airbags. Well, it is for sure that these features at the given price surely makes the Alto BS6 a worthy most affordable cars in India contender.
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Maruti Suzuki Celerio X
| Engine Specification | |
| Engine | 1.0-litre, three-cylinder |
| Power(Hp) | 66hp |
| Torque(Nm) | 90Nm |
| Fuel Type | Petrol |
| Dimensions | 3695 mm x 1600 mm x 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2425 mm |
| Transmission | 5-speed MT |
| Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹ 4.41 lakh |
| ARAI Mileage | 21.63 kmpl |
The last most affordable BS6 cars in India is the recently launch BS6 compliant version of the Celerio hatchback which just like its predecessor looks more or less the same and supports the same black claddings on all four corners, chunky fog lamps and a piano black honeycomb mesh grille. additionally, it continues to ride on the same 14-inches alloys with a glossy black finish.
On the inside, it still features the same all-black colour theme upholstery with silver highlights, four-door power windows, 2.0 infotainment system, electric power steering and a manual HVAC and As far as passenger safety is concerned the new Celerio gets dual-airbags, ABS with EBD, seat-belt warning, speed alert system and rear parking sensors as standard.
