MC Auto Desk | July 23, 2025

9 top SUVs in India under Rs 8 lakh

Tata Punch

The Punch starts at Rs 6.13 lakh (ex-showroom). A compact city SUV with a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating, the Punch has a high ground clearance, bold styling, spacious cabin. For reference, we will be mentioning cars here with starting prices lower than Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom).

Nissan Magnite

The Magnite can be had for as low as Rs 6.14 lakh (ex-showroom). It is aggressively priced and offers turbocharged petrol and CNG options, along with a feature-rich cabin.

Renault Kiger

The Kiger comes at a starting price of Rs 6.15 lakh (ex-showroom). It has a sporty design, turbo-petrol and CNG engine options. and premium features. It is a true value-for-money package.

Hyundai Exter

One of the largest-selling small SUVs, the Exter starts at Rs 6.21 lakh (ex-showroom). It is loaded with features and comes with a reliable gasoline powertrain. The CNG option is a bonus.

Maruti Suzuki Fronx

The Fronx starts at Rs 7.54 lakh (ex-showroom). It is basically a crossover based on the Baleno, with elevated ride height. It brings efficient engines and a feature-rich cabin.

Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor

A badge-engineered version of the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor comes at a starting price of Rs 7.76 lakh (ex-showroom).

Mahindra XUV 3XO

The 5-star safety-rated XUV 3XO can be had for a starting price of Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom). This muscular SUV comes with multiple powertrain options and a feature-packed cabin.

Hyundai Venue

The Venue comes at a starting price of Rs 7.94 lakh (ex-showroom). A sporty and feature-rich compact SUV, the Venue is quite popular among first-time buyers.

Tata Nexon

One of the most popular SUVs in India, the Nexon is available at a starting price of Rs 8 lakh (ex-showroom). A 5-star safety-rated SUV, the Nexon made Tata Motors a major player in India’s SUV segment in terms of volumes.

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