Purchasing SUVs has become a trend for most of the people who are preferring to buy a vehicle under 20 lakhs budget. It is because of their powerful engine, torque, spacious interior, best ground clearance, features, and tech. Many things are available in the SUV and we feel fully satisfied after buying. Also, the tech and features used in this SUV when compared to the older one have changed a lot whether it may be sunroof, ventilated seats, 360-degree camera, or ADAS. Now, the present trend is purchasing SUVs has become an evolving thing. Most people prefer to buy an SUV than a sedan or hatchback because of the comfort and performance it offers.
Some of the SUVs that are in the current trend of top-selling are Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos. Both these vehicles offer powerful engines which produce a great amount of power and torque. Also, these vehicles are available in both petrol and diesel engine options in manual and automatic transmissions. The exterior looks, the dimensions, engine capacity, features, tech, and reliability all play a major role in SUVs. So, due to these reasons, people are shifting to buy SUVs rather than other segment vehicles. So, overall the best SUVs that fall under a 20 lakh budget are:
- Hyundai Creta
- Kia Seltos
- Skoda Kushaq
- Volkswagen Taigun
- Tata Harrier
- Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
- Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
- Honda Elevate
- Mahindra Thar Roxx and
- Mahindra XUV700.
1. Hyundai Creta
Hyundai Creta is one of the top-selling SUVs in the Indian automobile market due to its engine reliability, performance, features, and comfort. Every month it stands out as the top 10 best-selling car in the market. It offers both petrol and diesel engine options which produce a great amount of power and torque in both options. It is the perfect family SUV for 5-seater people who then enjoy the driving pleasure, and comfort. Not only performance but also it offers the latest tech, features, and safety features. It is a premium car under 20 lakhs budget which we can experience in the interior section and also the exterior design. Hyundai has recently launched the Creta EV option with a unique exterior look and a premium interior section.
The ex-showroom price of this vehicle starts from 11.11 lakhs(base model) and goes to 20.49 lakhs(top model). There are a total of 62 variants available in the Hyundai Creta. It is one of the best top-selling SUVs under 20 lakhs budget.
Key Points:
- Available in Petrol, Diesel, and EV options. DCT Petrol engine option is also available.
- The engine capacity of Petrol and Diesel is 1.5-litre. Available in both automatic and manual transmissions.
- The 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 113 bhp of power and 143 Nm of torque.
- The 1.5-litre diesel engine produces 114 bhp of power and 250 Nm of torque.
- The 1.5-litre DCT Petrol engine produces power of 158 bhp and torque of 253 Nm.
- Features and tech include a sunroof, ventilated seats, electronic adjustable front seats, wireless charging, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, Bose speakers, and more.
- Safety features include 6 Airbags, ABS, EBD, Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, Front and Rear Parking Sensors, TPMS, and an ESC.
- The mileage obtained from Petrol and Diesel variants is 17.4 kmpl and 21.8 kmpl. Also, the DCT gives mileage of 18 kmpl.
2. Kia Seltos
Kia Seltos which is a similar car to Creta offers the same powerful engine, power, and torque figures. Both these cars are the same when coming to engine specifications, tech, features, performance, and comfort what differs is the exterior design and the brand. Both these cars are the best performance vehicles in the SUV segment which stand in the top-selling cars list every month. It is also a 5 seater car which can comfortably accommodate all of them. Kia Seltos offers both 1.5-litre Petrol and 1.5-litre Diesel engine options in automatic and manual transmissions. It is the best performance vehicle that offers comfort and the best driving pleasure and can enjoy the best quality music throughout the whole journey.
The ex-showroom price of the base model is 11.12 lakhs and the top model is 20.50 lakhs. A total of 22 variants are available in the Kia Seltos.
Key Points:
- Available in Petrol and Diesel engine options. Also, the DCT option is available in the Petrol engine option
- The engine capacity of Petrol and Diesel is 1.5-litre. Available in both automatic and manual transmissions.
- The 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 113 bhp of power and 144 Nm of torque.
- The 1.5-litre diesel engine produces 114 bhp of power and 250 Nm of torque.
- The 1.5-litre DCT Petrol engine produces power of 158 bhp and torque of 253 Nm.
- Almost the same tech and features as Creta.
- Features and tech include a sunroof, ventilated seats, electronic adjustable front seats, wireless charging, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, a 10.25-inch touchscreen, Bose speakers, and more.
- Safety features include 6 Airbags, ABS, EBD, Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, Front and Rear Parking Sensors, TPMS, and an ESC.
- The mileage obtained from Petrol and Diesel variants is 17 kmpl and 20.7 kmpl. The DCT mileage is 17.9 kmpl.
3. Skoda Kushaq
Skoda Kushaq is also one of the top performance cars in the SUV segment and it is available in 1.0 litre and 1.5 litre DSG petrol engine options. For beginners, 1 litre is the best option and for people who want more power and torque, they can choose a 1.5 litre DSG engine option. Both these options are best and provide the same comfort and features. Skoda Kushaq being a premium car is a 5-seater comfortable car where you can enjoy the premium interior and driving pleasure. Also, it is a 5-star safety-rated car secured by the Global NCAP Crash Test due to its excellent build quality. Skoda cars are mostly performance and safety-oriented vehicles that are successful in every segment of their vehicles.
The ex-showroom price starts from 10.89 lakhs to 18.79 lakhs.
Key Points:
- There are two engine options available 1 litre and 1.5 litre DSG. Both are available in the Petrol option.
- Available in both automatic and manual transmissions.
- The 1.0-litre petrol engine produces 114 bhp of power and 178 Nm of torque.
- The 1.5-litre DSG engine produces 147 bhp of power and 250 Nm of torque.
- Features and tech include Cruise Control, Ventilated Seats, Electronic Adjustable Front Seats, Wireless Charging, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, a 10-inch Touchscreen, a 6-speaker Sound System, and an Ideal Start-Stop feature.
- Safety features include 6 Airbags, ABS, EBD, TPMS, Hill Assist, and an ESC.
- The mileage obtained from the 1.0L automatic and manual transmissions is 18 kmpl and 19.76 kmpl.
- The mileage obtained from the 1.5L DSG option is 18.86 kmpl.
4. Volkswagen Taigun
Both Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun come up with the same engine options with the same power figures. They can differ in their exterior design and interior comfort but when coming to the driving experience they give us that confidence and driving pleasure. Volkswagen is a German brand automobile industry whose main motto is to deliver performance-driven vehicles along with safety-built vehicles. This brand of automobile has been in the automobile industry in India for many years and has earned a top place in performance-driven cars. Volkswagen Taigun was built on the ‘MQB A0 IN Platform’ and due to its built quality, it achieved a 5-star safety rating from the Global NCAP Crash Test. Due to its safety rating and powerful engine we can do confident driving and enjoy the best driving experience.
The ex-showroom price of this vehicle starts from 11.70 lakhs to 19.79 lakhs.
Key Points:
- There are two engine options available 1 litre, 1.5 litre GT, and 1.5 litre DSG. All are available in the Petrol option.
- Available in both automatic and manual transmissions.
- The 1.0-litre petrol engine produces 114 bhp of power and 178 Nm of torque.
- The 1.5-litre GT engine produces 147 bhp of power and 250 Nm of torque.
- The 1.5-litre DSG engine produces 147 bhp of power and 250 Nm of torque.
- Features and tech include Cruise Control, Ventilated Seats, Electronic Adjustable Front Seats, Wireless Charging, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, a 10-inch Touchscreen, a 6-speaker Sound System, and an Ideal Start-Stop feature.
- Safety features include 6 Airbags, ABS, EBD, TPMS, Hill Assist, and an ESC.
- The mileage obtained from the 1.0L automatic and manual transmissions is 17.23 kmpl and 19.2 kmpl.
- The mileage obtained from the 1.5L DSG option and GT option is 19.01 kmpl and 18.61 kmpl.
5. Tata Harrier
Tata Harrier is one of the most selling SUVs from Tata Motors due to its engine reliability, performance, space, exterior design, and comfort. The car’s exterior design looks stunning and excellent due to its bold front look design and big wheels. The exterior design of the Harrier looks similar to the Range Rover Evoque. Also, it has got that attention wherever on roads or traffic. It is the most comfortable spacious 5-seater vehicle which gives you the best comfort and driving pleasure. Tata Harrier was built on the “Land Rover D8” platform which is the best and strong build quality among all other SUV vehicles. Due to this, Global NCAP has given a 5-star safety rating in the crash test. Tata Harrier is available only in the Diesel Turbo Engine option and is one of the best SUVs under 20 lakhs due to its engine performance.
The ex-showroom price of Harrier starts from 15 lakhs(base model) to 26 lakhs(top model). Some variants from Harrier come under a 20 lakhs budget which is value for money variant and can get the required safety features and performance.
Key Points:
- 2.0L Kryotec Diesel engine option available in Tata Harrier which produces 167 bhp of power and 350 Nm of torque.
- Available in both automatic and manual transmissions. There are 11 variants available Smart, Smart(O), Pure, Pure(O), Pure +, Pure + S, Adventure, and more.
- Also, its wheels are big 18-inch alloy wheels which makes you sit in the high position of the driver seat. The boot space is 445 litres.
- Features and tech include Cruise Control, Front and Rear Parking Sensors, Ventilated Seats, Electronic Adjustable Front Seats, Wireless Charging, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, a 12.29-inch Touchscreen, and a 10-speaker Sound System.
- Safety features include 7 Airbags, ABS, EBD, TPMS, Hill Assist, a 360 view camera, an ESC, and Level 2 ADAS.
- The ARAI claimed mileage of the Tata Harrier is 16.8 kmpl.
6. Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is a perfect family car from Maruti Nexa it is because of the exterior looks and can comfortably accommodate five people. It has the best presence due to its exterior design and subtle looks. This vehicle is available in Mild hybrid and Strong hybrid options. Also, there are two fuel options available Petrol and CNG. This can produce a decent amount of power and torque figures with good mileage. Grand Vitara was built on “Suzuki’s Global C Platform” which is similar to the Breeza Platform. Breeza has got a 4-star safety rating due to that platform so Grand Vitara might be expected to get the same safety rating. This vehicle is equipped with a smart hybrid option which is a good thing due to this option we can expect the best mileage.
The ex-showroom price of the Vitara base model starts from 11.19 lakhs and the top model is 20.09 lakhs.
Key Points:
- The engine options available in Grand Vitara are 1.5L Mild Hybrid, 1.5L Strong Hybrid, and K15C(CNG engine). Two fuel options available in this vehicle are Petrol and CNG.
- Available in both automatic and manual transmissions.
- The 1.5L mild hybrid engine produces power of 102 bhp and torque of 137 Nm whereas the 1.5L strong hybrid produces 91 bhp of power and 122 Nm of torque.
- Also, the CNG option produces a power of 87 bhp and a torque of 122 Nm.
- Features and tech include Cruise control, Rear parking sensors, Ventilated seats, Panoramic sunroof, Wireless charging, Android auto and Apple carplay, a 9-inch touchscreen, and an Ideal start-stop system.
- Safety features include 6 Airbags, ABS, EBD, TPMS, Hill Assist, a 360-view camera, and an ESC.
- The ARAI claimed mileage of the Grand Vitara mild hybrid and strong hybrid is 21 kmpl and 27.97 kmpl whereas the CNG option is 26.6 km/kg.
7. Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
Toyota is known for producing reliable engines and focussed majorly on quality output. Urban Cruiser Hyryder is available in 3 options petrol engine, hybrid, and CNG. In a hybrid SUV, an electric motor is linked to a petrol engine for better fuel efficiency. Also, the 1.5-litre petrol engine option is available in K-series and CNG in different K-series options. The Hyryder has the best exterior looks and makes you feel like you are driving an SUV. There are 13 variants available in Hyryder. It can also be considered one of the best family SUVs where you can get comfort, decent performance, and better fuel efficiency. Like the Grand Vitara, the Toyota Hyryder was built on the same platform “Suzuki’s Global C Platform” and achieved a 4-star safety rating in the Global NCAP Crash Test.
The ex-showroom price of the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder starts from 11.14 lakhs to 20 lakhs.
Key Points:
- The engine options available in the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder are 1.5L Hybrid, Petrol, and CNG options. Two fuel options available in this vehicle are Petrol and CNG.
- Available in both automatic and manual transmissions.
- The 1.5L Hybrid engine produces a power of 91 bhp and a torque of 122 Nm whereas the 1.5L Petrol engine produces 102 bhp of power and 137 Nm of torque and the CNG option produces a power of 87 bhp and a torque of 122 Nm.
- Features and tech include Cruise control, Rear parking sensors, Ventilated seats, Panoramic sunroof, Wireless charging, Android auto and Apple carplay, a 9-inch touchscreen, and 6 speakers.
- Safety features include 6 Airbags, ABS, EBD, TPMS, Hill Assist, a 360-view camera, and an ESC.
- The ARAI claimed mileage of the Hybrid variant is 27 kmpl, the Petrol variant is 21 kmpl and lastly, CNG is 26 km/kg.
8. Honda Elevate
Honda is a Japan-based automobile company and they produce reliable engines in every segment of their vehicles. These are the vehicles where the worldwide network is available and many service centres are available across India. The Honda Elevate which is the perfect SUV vehicle has a good reliable engine, and performance, and offers the best comfort. It is available only in the 1.5L Petrol engine option and produces the best power output. The Elevate has a stunning exterior design with a front grill and stylish 17-inch alloy wheels. The interior cabin gives you a premium experience with comfortable seats and also a premium front dashboard. There are some interesting features available in Honda Elevate such as ADAS for safe driving, Lane keep assist, and Adaptive cruise control. It is built on the ‘Global Small Car Platform’ similar to the Honda City platform and achieved a 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP.
The ex-showroom price of Honda Elevate starts from 11.69 lakhs(base model) to 16.73 lakhs(top model).
Key Points:
- 1.5-litre i-VTEC naturally aspirated Petrol engine option available. Available only in petrol option.
- Available in both automatic and manual transmissions.
- The 1.5-litre petrol engine produces 119 bhp of power and 145 Nm of torque. The fuel tank capacity is 40 litres which is enough for a long trip.
- Features and tech include Adaptive Cruise Control, Sunroof, Wireless Charging, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, a 10.25-inch Touchscreen, and an 8-speaker Sound System.
- Safety features include 6 Airbags, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, ADAS, Lane Assist, TPMS, Hill Assist, and an ESC.
- The mileage obtained from the automatic and manual transmissions is 16.92 kmpl and 15.31 kmpl.
9. Mahindra Thar Roxx
Mahindra has come with the Thar 5-door version known as Mahindra Thar Roxx comes with 2.0L Petrol and 2.2L Diesel engine options. The Thar Roxx comes with a spacious cabin and premium features. Mahindra Thar is the best off-roading vehicle in the segment and it has no competition but the ‘Thar’ is comfortable for 2 people while getting to the rear seats is a bit difficult. Then Mahindra came up with the Thar Roxx 5-door variant in which rear passengers can comfortably sit in their seats. Thar Roxx can used for city commuting and off-roading purposes too. There are a lot of improvements in this 5-door variant such as ventilated seats, front and rear parking sensors, 360-degree camera, adaptive cruise control, and wireless phone charging. It is a great thing that Mahindra has come up with these really helpful features. 5-star safety-rated vehicle from Global NCAP Crash Test.
The ex-showroom price of the Thar Roxx base model starts from 13 lakhs and the top model is 23 lakhs.
Key Points:
- 2.0L Petrol and 2.2L Diesel engine options are available in Thar Roxx. Both automatic and manual transmissions are present.
- The 4-wheel drive option is present only in the Diesel option.
- The 2.0L petrol engine option in automatic transmission produces 174 bhp of power and 380 Nm of torque whereas manual transmission produces 160 bhp of power and 330 Nm of torque.
- The 2.2L diesel engine option produces 172 bhp of power and 370 Nm of torque. Power differences depend on the transmission, 4WD, and RWD.
- Features and tech include Adaptive Cruise Control, Wireless Charging, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, a 10.25-inch Touchscreen, and a 9-speaker Sound System.
- Safety features include 6 Airbags, ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, ADAS, Lane Assist, 360-degree camera, TPMS, Hill Assist, and an ESC.
- The mileage obtained from the diesel and petrol engines is 15.2 kmpl and 12.4 kmpl.
10. Mahindra XUV700
It is the most premium and luxury car from Mahindra available in diesel and petrol engine options. This vehicle is a 5-star safety-rated vehicle and is equipped with essential safety features such as ADAS, 7 Airbags, a 360-degree camera, and more. The engine reliability and driving experience are excellent in this vehicle due to its powerful engine, power, and torque figures. When coming to features and tech, this car is a complete package where you can experience every premium thing. The Mahindra XUV700 is available in both 6-seater and 7-seater variants, which you can choose according to your wish. This vehicle has got best road presence due to its exterior looks, front headlights, and design. Panoramic sunroof is also there which we can enjoy the outside view and get connected to the beautiful environment. This is one of the best SUVs under a 20 lakhs budget which covers all essentials.
The ex-showroom price of Mahindra XUV700 starts from 13.99 lakh to 25.14 lakh. 7 variants from XUV700 petrol and diesel engine options fall under the 20 lakhs budget category.
Key Points:
- 2.0-litre Stallion Turbo Petrol engine and 2.2-liter mHawk Turbo Diesel engine options available.
- Available in both automatic and manual transmissions.
- The 2.0-litre Stallion Turbo Petrol engine produces 197 bhp power and 380 Nm torque in Petrol.
- The 2.2-litre mHawk Turbo Diesel engine produces 153 bhp and 360 Nm torque in Diesel.
- Features and tech include Adaptive Cruise Control, Sunroof, Front Electric Adjustable Seats, Wireless Charging, Android Auto and Apple Carplay, a 10.25-inch Touchscreen, and a 12-speaker Sound System.
- Safety features include 7 Airbags, ABS, EBD, 360-degree camera, ADAS, Lane Assist, TPMS, Hill Assist, and an ESC.
- The mileage obtained from the Diesel and Petrol engine option is 17 kmpl and 13 kmpl.
These are the best SUVs under 20 lakhs that I have picked in my research regarding performance, comfort, driving experience, mileage, and safety. Finally, which is your favourite car from the above list and mention the reason. Feel free to share your comments and can share your thoughts and ideas with us. Thank You.
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