In recent years, safety has become a top priority for Indian car buyers, prompting manufacturers to make advanced features more accessible. One major shift has been the inclusion of six airbags in models priced well below ₹10 lakh — a feature once limited to premium vehicles.
As of August 2025, 26 models across hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs, MPVs, and even one EV, offer six airbags in at least one variant under this price cap. Here’s the updated list, starting from the most expensive qualifying model down to the most affordable.
26. Tata Punch EV — From ₹9.99 lakh
India’s most affordable electric car with six airbags as standard. Available in two motor options — 82hp (standard) and 122hp (Long Range) — with up to 365 km ARAI range. BNCAP 5-star safety rated.
25. Kia Syros — From ₹9.50 lakh
Kia’s latest SUV comes with six airbags across all trims, though only the base HTK petrol manual is under ₹10 lakh. Powered by 1.0L turbo-petrol (120hp) or 1.5L diesel (116hp).
24. Maruti Suzuki Brezza — From ₹8.69 lakh
Compact SUV with six airbags standard. Available in petrol and CNG (100hp 1.5L petrol). Only three entry trims fall within the ₹10 lakh budget.
23. Citroën C3 Aircross — From ₹8.62 lakh
A 5+2 seat SUV with 6 airbags on all trims. Gets two 1.2L petrol options — NA (84hp) and turbo (110hp) — with both manual and automatic gearboxes.
22. Maruti Suzuki Baleno — From ₹8.47 lakh
Premium hatchback with 6 airbags from the Zeta variant onward. Powered by a 1.2L petrol (90hp) with AMT and CNG options.
21. Citroën Basalt — From ₹8.32 lakh
Coupe-SUV with 6 airbags, ESP, and TPMS standard. Two petrol options — 1.2L NA (82hp) and 1.2L turbo (110hp).
20. Skoda Kylaq — From ₹8.25 lakh
Most affordable Skoda, with 6 airbags standard and BNCAP 5-star safety. Runs on a 1.0L turbo-petrol (115hp).
19. Honda Amaze — From ₹8.10 lakh
Compact sedan with 6 airbags and optional Level 2 ADAS on top trims. Powered by 1.2L petrol (90hp).
18. Tata Nexon — From ₹8.00 lakh
Six airbags standard. Available with 1.2L turbo-petrol (120hp) and 1.5L diesel (115hp), plus CNG option.
17. Kia Sonet — From ₹8.00 lakh
Six airbags across the range. Three engine choices — 1.2L petrol (83hp), 1.0L turbo-petrol (120hp), 1.5L diesel (116hp).
16. Mahindra XUV 3XO — From ₹7.99 lakh
BNCAP 5-star rated, six airbags standard, three engine choices including a 131hp turbo-petrol.
15. Hyundai Venue — From ₹7.94 lakh
Compact SUV with six airbags standard. Offers the same powertrain lineup as the Sonet.
14. Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor — From ₹7.88 lakh
Rebadged Maruti Fronx with six airbags on all variants. Offers both 1.2L NA petrol and 1.0L turbo-petrol options.
13. Maruti Suzuki Fronx — From ₹7.59 lakh
Crossover-hatch with six airbags from base trim onwards. Gets the same 1.2L and 1.0L turbo petrol engines as the Taisor.
12. Hyundai i20 — From ₹7.51 lakh
Premium hatch with six airbags standard. 1.2L petrol (83hp) with manual and CVT options.
11. Toyota Glanza — From ₹6.90 lakh
Entire range comes with six airbags as standard. Shares mechanicals with the Baleno.
10. Maruti Suzuki Dzire — From ₹6.84 lakh
Compact sedan with six airbags and a 5-star GNCAP rating. Runs on an 82hp 1.2L petrol, also available in CNG.
9. Hyundai Aura — From ₹6.54 lakh
Compact sedan with six airbags, 3-point seatbelts for all seats, and an 83hp 1.2L petrol.
8. Maruti Suzuki Swift — From ₹6.49 lakh
Fourth-gen hatchback with six airbags, ESP, and hill-hold assist standard. Powered by an 82hp 1.2L petrol.
7. Citroën C3 — From ₹6.23 lakh
Hatchback with six airbags across all variants. Two petrol options — 82hp NA and 110hp turbo.
6. Nissan Magnite — From ₹6.14 lakh
Affordable SUV with six airbags standard, plus traction control, TPMS, and hill-start assist.
5. Hyundai Exter — From ₹6.00 lakh
Most affordable SUV with six airbags. Powered by an 83hp 1.2L petrol with AMT and CNG options.
4. Hyundai Grand i10 Nios — From ₹5.98 lakh
Budget-friendly hatch with six airbags, 3-point seatbelts for all passengers, and CNG option.
3. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R — From ₹5.79 lakh
Popular tall-boy hatch with six airbags and ESC as standard. Comes in 1.0L and 1.2L petrol options, plus CNG.
2. Maruti Suzuki Eeco — From ₹5.69 lakh
Only van in India with six airbags. Available in 5- and 6-seat layouts, petrol and CNG.
1. Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 — From ₹4.23 lakh
India’s most affordable car with six airbags. Powered by a 1.0L petrol (67hp) with manual, AMT, and CNG options.
The Bottom Line
Six airbags have moved from luxury to necessity, and the 2025 market reflects that shift. Whether you want an entry-level hatch, a compact SUV, or an electric runabout, you now have plenty of safe, budget-friendly options under ₹10 lakh.
