Indian auto industry is one of the most competitive sectors in the economy. The competitive edge of the market leader is due to its ability to produce low cost but good quality automobiles. Tata Nano is one such example. Many other automobile manufacturers have introduced their products in the market to compete with Tata Nano. An in-depth analysis of Indian auto-industry highlights the fact that a car which comes in more affordable ranges is most highly preferred. Thus, the industry seems to prove itself as an impeccable example of cut-throat competition amongst the low-priced cars. This article will shed light on the top 5 cheapest automobiles available in the Indian market today.
Tata Nano
It is a market leader in the category of the lowest priced or the cheapest cars in the Indian market available today. Nano is a great example of quality and affordability. It comes with a two cylinder, multi fuel-injection 623cc petrol engine with a power 33ps. The car uses two-cylinder gasoline engine as well with a shaft attached to it, so as to balance it. The main features of Tata Nano include; tubeless tyres, strong seats, crumple zones, anchorages, rear tailgate glass, intrusion-resistant doors and seat belts. The most striking features are its high fuel efficiency and price range which is within the bracket of 1.536 to 1.723 lakh rupees, approximately.
Maruti 800
Maruti 800 is a fuel efficient car which has had a great market share. But, currently it has got phased out from at least thirteen different cities in the country, mainly because it has not been upgraded by the manufacturer. Therefore, it is assumed that the Maruti 800 will be replaced by a new launch of Suzuki Motors, by the name of, Cervo. Maruti 800 came with features like four-valve cylinder engine producing 45bhp. It also was launched with five speed manual transmission but was discontinued later on. The engine is a fuel efficient one which takes the car up to 20 km in one litre. The car is priced within the range of 1.89 to 2.4 lakh rupees.
Maruti Alto
It is considered as a brand extension of Maruti 800, with a three cylinder, four valves per cylinder, 796cc, MPFI, FC engine with 32 bit ECM. The engine produces a power of 47ps at 6200rpm. And it produces a torque of 62 nm at 3000rpm. The fuel efficiency is almost the same as that of Maruti 800; 21 km/lt on highways and 17-18km/lt in the city. The other features of the car include AC, remote fuel lid opener, power steering etc. The car is priced within the range of Rs 2,28,814 – Rs 2,77,696
Hyundai Santro
A superb model, Hyundai Santro, manufactured by Hyundai Motors is a good example great performance, fuel efficiency and high reliability. It has a unique feature of active intelligence technology which makes it have a high mileage. Santro has good suspension stabilizers which make the car a lot more controllable while driving. It also has a DIS (distribution less ignition system) which makes it have high fuel efficiency along with increased engine power yet less emission. The price range of Hyundai Santro is Rs 2, 71,322 – Rs 3, 79,882
Chevrolet Spark
General Motors Chevrolet Spark is a stylish car which has a well defined bonnet and slits for bonnet intake, sharp and pointy headlights which add to its style. Not only style but it also displays performance with its 955cc petrol engine, producing power of 48.5KW and 87.3NM of torque. Chevrolet spark can run for 16km/lt. The car’s price range is within Rs 3, 09,908 – Rs 4, 24,353.
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