15. Tata Tigor
The Tata Tigor is a 5-seater compact sedan with a price range of Rs. 6.30 – 9.55 Lakh.
It comes in 11 variants, powered by a 1199 cc engine and is available in two transmission options: manual and automatic.
The Tigor has an NCAP rating of 4 stars and is equipped with two airbags. It offers a ground clearance of 170 mm and can be purchased in 5 different colours.
Users have reported a mileage of 19.2 to 26.4 kmpl for the Tata Tigor.
Tata Tigor Price:
| Variants | Ex-Showroom price |
|---|---|
| Tigor XE 1199 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.2 kmpl, 85 bhp | Rs. 6.30 Lakh |
| Tigor XM 1199 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.2 kmpl, 85 bhp | Rs. 6.80 Lakh |
| Tigor XZ 1199 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.2 kmpl, 85 bhp | Rs. 7.30 Lakh |
| Tigor XMA 1199 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 19.6 kmpl, 85 bhp | Rs. 7.40 Lakh |
| Tigor XM CNG 1199 cc, CNG, Manual, 26.4 km/kg, 72 bhp | Rs. 7.75 Lakh |
| Tigor XZ Plus 1199 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.2 kmpl, 85 bhp | Rs. 8.00 Lakh |
| Tigor XZ CNG 1199 cc, CNG, Manual, 26.4 km/kg, 72 bhp | Rs. 8.25 Lakh |
| Tigor XZA Plus 1199 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 19.6 kmpl, 85 bhp | Rs. 8.60 Lakh |
| Tigor XZA ICNG 1199 cc, CNG, Automatic (AMT), 72 bhp | Rs. 8.85 Lakh |
| Tigor XZ Plus CNG 1199 cc, CNG, Manual, 26.4 km/kg, 72 bhp | Rs. 8.95 Lakh |
| Tigor XZA Plus ICNG 1199 cc, CNG, Automatic (AMT), 72 bhp | Rs. 9.55 Lakh |
MarutiTata Tigor Specifications:
| Mileage | 19.2 to 26.4 kmpl |
| Engine | 1199 cc |
| Safety | 4 Star (Global NCAP) |
| Fuel Type | Petrol & CNG |
| Transmission | Manual & Automatic |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater |
Tata Tigor Key Features
- Available with two engine options: a 1.2-liter petrol engine and a 1.2-liter turbo-petrol engine
- The petrol engine produces 89 hp and 114 Nm of torque, while the turbo-petrol engine produces 110 hp and 140 Nm of torque
- Both engines are mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or a 3-speed automatic transmission
- Stylish and contemporary design with LED DRLs, projector headlamps, and 15-inch alloy wheels
- Available in 7 exterior color options: Diamond White, Arizona Blue, Daytona Grey, Volcano Black, Opal White, Midnight Plum, and Harbour Gold
- Spacious and comfortable cabin with premium quality materials
- Dual-tone theme with leatherette upholstery and chrome accents
- 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity
- Digital instrument cluster
- Automatic climate control
- Keyless entry and push-button start
- Dual airbags
- ABS with EBD
- Corner stability control
- Rear parking sensors
- ISOFIX child seat mounts
Tata Tigor Pros and Cons
- Powertrain options offer reasonable performance (alternative efficiency-CNG)
- Taut slow-speed ride, strong suspension can gulp down the worst roads.
- Exterior design is now more purposeful and mature.
- 4-star safety rating is confidence-inspiring.
- Compact footprint makes city driving easy.
- Inconsistent fit and finish.
- Competition offers much more space.
- High boot section restricts rear visibility.
16. Hyundai Exter
The Hyundai Exter is a compact SUV that can seat up to 5 passengers. It comes in 17 variants and has an engine size of 1197 cc. You can choose between a manual or automatic transmission.
The Exter also comes equipped with 6 airbags for safety. With a ground clearance of 185 mm, it is available in 9 different colors. Users have reported a mileage of 19.2 to 27.1 kmpl for the Exter. The price range for this SUV is between Rs. 6.13 – 10.28 Lakh.
Hyundai Exter Price:
| Variants | Ex-Showroom price |
|---|---|
| Exter EX 1.2 MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.4 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 6.13 Lakh |
| Exter EX (O) 1.2 MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.4 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 6.48 Lakh |
| Exter S 1.2 MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.4 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 7.50 Lakh |
| Exter S (O) 1.2 MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.4 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 7.65 Lakh |
| Exter S 1.2 AMT 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 19.2 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 8.23 Lakh |
| Exter SX 1.2 MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.4 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 8.23 Lakh |
| Exter S 1.2 CNG MT 1197 cc, CNG, Manual, 27.1 km/kg, 68 bhp | Rs. 8.43 Lakh |
| Exter SX 1.2 MT Dual Tone 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.4 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 8.47 Lakh |
| Exter SX (O) 1.2 MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.4 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 8.87 Lakh |
| Exter SX 1.2 AMT 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 19.2 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 8.90 Lakh |
| Exter SX 1.2 AMT Dual Tone 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 19.2 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 9.15 Lakh |
| Exter SX 1.2 CNG MT1197 cc, CNG, Manual, 27.1 km/kg, 68 bhp | Rs. 9.16 Lakh |
| Exter SX (O) 1.2 AMT1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 19.2 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 9.54 Lakh |
| Exter SX (O) Connect 1.2 MT 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.4 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 9.56 Lakh |
| Exter SX (O) Connect 1.2 MT Dual Tone 1197 cc, Petrol, Manual, 19.4 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 9.71 Lakh |
| Exter SX (O) Connect 1.2 AMT 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 19.2 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 10.00 Lakh |
| Exter SX (O) Connect 1.2 AMT Dual Tone 1197 cc, Petrol, Automatic (AMT), 19.2 kmpl, 82 bhp | Rs. 10.28 Lakh |
Hyundai Exter Specifications:
| Mileage | 19.2 to 27.1 kmpl |
| Engine | 1197 cc |
| Fuel Type | Petrol & CNG |
| Transmission | Manual & Automatic |
| Seating Capacity | 5 Seater |
Hyundai Exter Key Features
- 1.2-litre petrol engine (113PS and 144Nm)
- 1.1-litre turbocharged petrol engine (100PS and 172Nm)
- 1.2-litre CNG engine (69PS and 99Nm)
- Five-speed manual transmission
- Six-speed automatic transmission
- LED headlamps and taillights
- 16-inch alloy wheels
- Roof rails
- Rear spoiler
- Smart panoramic sunroof (first-in-segment)
- Dual-tone paint option
- Seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Voice-enabled smart electric sunroof
- Dual-camera dashcam (first-in-segment)
- Automatic climate control
- Leatherette upholstery (top-end variants)
- Ventilated front seats (top-end variants)
- Ambient lighting
- Six airbags
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brake-force distribution (EBD)
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Vehicle stability management (VSM)
- Hill start assist control (HAC)
- Rear parking sensors
- Tyre pressure monitoring system
Maruti Fronx Pros and Cons
- Comes standard with six airbags.
- Spacious, practical and good fit/finish.
- Is feature-loaded; includes segment-first features.
- There are no AMT jerks while driving smoothly.
- Light controls/compact dimensions make it easy to drive.
- Not an engaging/fun-to-drive car.
- Radical design isn’t appealing to everyone.
- Top-end variants are costly.