All of the most affordable automatic SUVs/crossovers under Rs. 10 lakh come with an AMT transmission. The Nissan Magnite is the most recent and affordable SUV/crossover on this list with an automatic transmission. It starts at Rs. 6.5 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base XE trim with a 5-speed AMT transmission and a 1.0L 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine generating 71 bhp and 90 Nm.
While they may not meet all of the criteria of a traditional SUV, they do have features such as body cladding to prevent rusting and slightly raised ground clearance, which is always appreciated in India.
The Nissan Magnite is the most recent and affordable SUV/crossover on this list with an automatic transmission. It starts at Rs. 6.5 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base XE trim with a 5-speed AMT transmission and a 1.0L 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine generating 71 bhp and 90 Nm.
The Maruti Suzuki Ignis is not a direct competitor to the other SUVs/crossovers on this list, but it has some qualifying attributes, such as its 5-speed AMT transmission and 1.2L 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine. The AMT option is available from the Delta trim onwards, starting at Rs. 6.93 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Nissan Magnite is the most recent and affordable SUV/crossover on this list with an automatic transmission. It starts at Rs. 6.5 lakh (ex-showroom) for the base XE trim with a 5-speed AMT transmission and a 1.0L 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine generating 71 bhp and 90 Nm.
The Maruti Suzuki Ignis is not a direct competitor to the other SUVs/crossovers on this list, but it has some qualifying attributes, such as its 5-speed AMT transmission and 1.2L 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine. The AMT option is available from the Delta trim onwards, starting at Rs. 6.93 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Tata Punch is a runaway success for Tata Motors and is the safest vehicle on this list. It offers a 5-speed AMT transmission with a 1.2L 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine generating 87 bhp and 115 Nm. The most affordable automatic variant is the Adventure AMT, which starts at Rs. 7.5 lakh (ex-showroom).
The Hyundai Exter is the newest car on this list, and the most affordable automatic variant is the S AMT, which starts at Rs. 8.1 lakh (ex-showroom). As the name suggests, it has a 5-speed AMT transmission and a 1.2L 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine generating 82 bhp and 114 Nm. The Exter is known for its quirky styling and lifestyle appeal.
Hyundai Exter
Starting price: Rs. 8.1 lakh (ex-showroom)
Transmission: 5-speed AMT
Engine: 1.2L 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol (82 bhp, 114 Nm)
Highlights: Quirky styling, lifestyle appeal
Renault Triber
Starting price: Rs. 8.13 lakh (ex-showroom)
Transmission: 5-speed AMT
Engine: 1.0L 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol (71 bhp, 90 Nm)
Highlights: 3-row seating, affordable price
Renault Kiger
Starting price: Rs. 8.55 lakh (ex-showroom)
Transmission: 5-speed AMT
Engine: 1.0L 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol (71 bhp, 90 Nm)
Highlights: 4-star crash rating, similar attributes to Nissan Magnite
Maruti Suzuki Fronx
Starting price: Rs. 8.88 lakh (ex-showroom)
Transmission: 5-speed AMT
Engine: 1.2L 4-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol (82 bhp, 113 Nm)
Highlights: Best-looking Maruti product, crossover styling
Kia Sonet
Starting price: Rs. 9.95 lakh (ex-showroom)
Transmission: 6-speed iMT (AMT)
Engine: 1.5L 4-cylinder turbo diesel (114 bhp, 250 Nm)
Highlights: Only diesel engine automatic SUV/crossover in India under Rs. 10 lakh