The Indian Auto Market has an array of car models available, to suit the needs and budget of the prospective buyers. We list below the top 5 cars in India for the middle-class segment of the country.
The Auto Expo held in New Delhi in February this year, showcased some of the most prodigious cars, which included models of all price ranges equipped with diverse features.
Though we all look forward to the new launches, there is no dearth of good cars in the Indian Auto Market. We list below, in random order, the top 5 cars in India priced below 5 Lakhs, which are already ruling the hearts of many in the country.
There are other models too, which are contenders for this position, however, we have attempted to pick one car each, from the five leading car-manufacturing companies – Ford, Chevrolet, Tata, Maruti, and Hyundai.
1) Ford Figo:
Launched in the year 2010, the Ford Figo is one of the Top 5 cars in India. A leader in the hatchback segment in India, the car has pumped large profits for Ford. Available in diesel & petrol options, the Ford Figo boasts of charming exteriors and comfortable interiors.
2) Chevrolet Beat:
Within a very short span, the Chevrolet Beat has won the hearts of many Indians. With an avant-garde design that did well, especially with the country’s youth, this car oozes loads of style. Available in diesel, petrol, and LPG models, the car flaunts one of the most powerful engines in the hatchback B segment cars.
3) Tata Indica eV2:
This car from the house of Tata is undoubtedly one of the best cars in India, as well as one of the most popular too. Available in diesel and CNG models, the Indica eV2 delivers a good mileage, and is a good value for money.
4) Maruti Alto 800:
This is the best car in India for the budget-conscious buyers. Over the years, this epochal model from the house of Maruti has gone through many changes in terms of design – both interiors and exteriors – for the comfort pursuit of its users.
5) Hyundai Santro:
The Hyundai Santro has been a leader of the Indian Auto Market for the past one and a half decades. With comfortable interiors and a fuel-efficient engine, the car is unquestionably one of the Top 5 cars in India today.
There are many other cars that deserve a spot in the top 5 cars in India priced below 5 Lakhs, including Maruti Suzuki Swift, Ambassador, Hyundai Grand i10, Maruti Suzuki Ritz, Honda Brio, Nissan Micra Active, Tata Vista, Hyundai i20, Hyundai Xcent, and more. However, we selected the five which we thought were apt, based on the varied choices, and features required by the Indian buyer.
