7. Hyundai Eon
First launched in 2011, the Hyundai Eon has always been favored for its feature-rich interior and sporty look. The hatchback is available with two petrol engines – 0.8-litre, 3-cylinder & 1.0-litre Kappa – and a LPG fuel option. The smaller capacity 0.8-litre petrol mill delivers 55.2bhp with 74.5Nm of torque, while the 1.0-litre Kappa engine can return 68bhp with 94Nm. Sending power to the wheels is a 5-speed manual gearbox. The 814cc and 1197cc power mills offer a claimed mileage of 21.1kmpl and 20.3kmpl respectively. The small car is priced in the range of Rs 3.32 lakh and Rs 4.57 lakh. Know More
8. Maruti Celerio
The Maruti Celerio is one of the most popular and fuel efficient cars in India. The company has recently added a new top-end ZXi trim to its model-lineup. Called the Celerio ZXi AMT, this new variant comes with Maruti’s AGS (Auto Gear Shift) technology along with a bunch of safety features. This hatchback is available with both petrol and diesel engine options. The 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder K10B is the petrol mill that’s good for 67.04bhp and 90Nm of torque, and the 0.8-litre DDiS is a diesel mill offering a maximum power of 47bhp and 125Nm. A 5-speed manual transmission comes as standard, while the AMT gearbox is available only on the petrol variants. Is priced in the range of Rs 4.05 lakh and Rs 5.25 lakh. Know More
9. Datsun GO+
The Datsun GO+ is the only Multi-purpose utility vehicle (MPV) or family car in India that costs below Rs 5 lakh. With seven-seats and fair pricing, the Go+ targets entry-level car buyers. This MPV comes powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder In-Line petrol engine that is coupled to a 5-speed manual gearbox. This gasoline unit churns out 67bhp of power at 5,000rp, while producing 104Nm of torque at 4,000rpm. Datsun claims that the GO+ gives an impressive mileage of 20.62kmpl. This sub-4 metre MPV is priced between Rs 3.85 lakh and Rs 5 lakh.
