A variety of car segments fall within the Rs 10 lakh - Rs 20 lakh price bracket. Of course, SUVs are the most popular among these, but it also includes sedans and some MPVs. Already densely populated, this budgetary space will expand even more in 2022.
Here are our top 10 picks from the said range coming our way in 2022:
New-gen Mahindra Scorpio Expected starting price: Rs 10 lakh The next-gen Mahindra Scorpio has been spied testing numerous times through 2021, and it is finally set to arrive this year. The spy shots have revealed various bits of information like the interior layout, some features, and alloy wheels that could measure up to 18 inches in size.
Skoda Slavia Expected starting price: Rs 10.49 lakh Skoda has already debuted the Slavia as the successor to the ageing Rapid but its market launch is due in March 2022. The C-segment sedan, with its modern styling and feature-rich package, will directly rival the likes of Hyundai Verna, Honda City and Maruti Suzuki Ciaz upon arrival.
VW C-sedan (Virtus) Expected starting price: Rs 10 lakh Volkswagen will also replace the Vento with a new sedan based on the same MQB A0 IN platform as the Skoda Slavia. The new VW sedan will likely be called ‘Virtus’, and it is expected to make its debut in Q2 of 2022. The Virtus will go neck and neck against the Slavia as far as price, features and other equipment are concerned.
Tata Altroz EV Expected starting price: Rs 14 lakh The Tata Altroz is due for some big updates in 2021 - a long overdue DCT automatic option and the launch of its fully-electric version. The Altroz EV would join the Tigor and Nexon in Tata’s EV lineup, and it is expected to get similar cosmetic changes, including the enclosed grille and front bumper, new alloy wheels and generous use of blue accents. It was already teased at the 2020 Auto Expo in a pre-production concept form.
Facelifted Hyundai Creta Expected starting price: Rs 10 lakh The second-gen Hyundai Creta arrived in 2020, becoming an instant hit, thanks to its extensive equipment list, distinctive design, and multiple powertrain options. Hyundai has already revealed a facelifted version of the Creta in Indonesia, and it’s expected to reach India in the second half of 2022.
Facelifted Hyundai Creta Expected starting price: Rs 10 lakh The second-gen Hyundai Creta arrived in 2020, becoming an instant hit, thanks to its extensive equipment list, distinctive design, and multiple powertrain options. Hyundai has already revealed a facelifted version of the Creta in Indonesia, and it’s expected to reach India in the second half of 2022.
Facelifted Kia Selto Expected starting price: Rs 10.5 lakh The Seltos, launched in India in August 2019, is ready for its mid-life facelift. A test mule of the facelifted Kia Seltos was recently spied, and its market launch is expected later this year.
Mahindra eXUV300 Expected starting price: Rs 15 lakh First showcased at the 2020 Auto Expo in concept form, the production-ready electric XUV300 is expected to be launched this year. The eXUV300 is expected to feature some visually distinguishing enhancements over the ICE version, including a closed front grille, redesigned alloy wheels and blue accents. It will be Mahindra’s first long-range EV offering and it is expected to have a total range of around 300-350 km.