Top 5 Diesel Cars You Can Still Buy | The Diesel Junkie Guide

5 years back, if someone would have said that EV/Hybrid tech would someday take over the iconic ICEs. We would definitely have taken it as a joke. ICE vehicles were built to last indefinitely. But seeing the current situation, this statement has started to become a joke within itself.

Some blame the governments, while some blame automakers. So, let’s dive into the world of the ICE engine you can still go for while it exists.

NOTE- This article only refers to Diesel engine vehicles which are already on the brink of extinction. So, those of you who thought this list also included petrol vehicles. SUCK IT!

1. Hyundai Venue

   

   Since its inception in 2019, the Hyundai Venue has been a charmer and with its facelift, this sub-compact SUV (Only if the segment truly exists) has been vowing customers. This devil comes equipped with a BS6 Phase 2 compliant 1.5-litre diesel engine.

   It produces 113bhp and 250Nm of torque while mated to a 6-speed manual transmission. You can have the Venuye diesel in 3-trims S Plus, SX, and SX (O) trims.

2. KIA Sonet

   

   Following the footsteps of its cousin, the Kia Sonet also marks its spot in the top 5 diesel cars you can still buy while it’s available. Just like its cousin, the Sonet comes with a 1.5-litre diesel engine producing 113bhp and 250Nm of torque.

   However, with this, you get to choose between 2 transmissions, a six-speed manual and a 6-speed iMT.

3. Tata Nexon Facelift

   

   This has beast comes with a BS-6 Phase-II compliant 1.5-litre Revotorq engine and comes mated to a manual and automatic gearbox. In its segment, we get to see the Nexon go neck to neck with the Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet and the Mahindra XUV300.

4. Mahindra XUV300

   

   This indeed can be labelled as the best car in its segment. Be it in the name of the looks, Space, features and engine. This Hyunndai Venue, Tata Nexon Rival comes fitted with a 1.5-litre diesel engine producing 115bhp and can be had in 4 trim levels- W4, W6, W8, and W8 (O) variants.

5. Mahindra Thar

   

   Well, this name needs no introduction, Since its inception this car has always been a go to for a 4×4 lovers. Although, with the introduction of the 4×2 variant, It has now become accessible to all. It comes with a 1.5L diesel engine which produces 114hp.