With traffic congestion growing in every Indian city, automatic SUVs have become a preferred choice for daily commutes. They offer convenience, comfort, and effortless driving in urban spaces. The best part is that you no longer need to spend big — several affordable automatic SUVs are available under ₹10 lakh.
From compact SUVs like the Nissan Magnite to feature-loaded options such as the Hyundai Exter, carmakers now provide automatic gearbox choices across multiple trims. In this guide, we’ve listed the cheapest automatic SUVs in India under ₹10 lakh, covering prices, variants, features, and mileage.
1. Tata Nexon – Starting at ₹9.60 Lakh
The Tata Nexon AMT just makes it into this list. It comes with a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine (120hp) paired with a 6-speed AMT.
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Trim under ₹10 lakh: Smart+
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Key features: 7-inch touchscreen, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, LED headlamps, six airbags, all four power windows
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Mileage: 17.18 km/l (ARAI)
👉 While higher variants offer a 7-speed DCT, they go beyond this budget.
2. Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor – Starting at ₹9.33 Lakh
The Toyota Taisor AMT is powered by a 1.2-litre petrol engine (90hp) with a 5-speed AMT gearbox.
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Trims under ₹10 lakh: S, S+
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Key features (S+): 7-inch touchscreen, auto climate control, wireless connectivity, alloy wheels
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Mileage: 22.8 km/l (ARAI)
👉 Misses out on LED DRLs, six airbags, and keyless go, but impresses with class-leading efficiency.
3. Maruti Suzuki Fronx – Starting at ₹8.95 Lakh
Mechanically identical to the Taisor, the Maruti Fronx AMT offers the same 1.2-litre petrol engine (90hp) with a 5-speed AMT.
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Trims under ₹10 lakh: Delta, Delta+
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Key features: Touchscreen, wireless connectivity, dual airbags, reverse parking sensors
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Mileage: 22.8 km/l (ARAI)
👉 Almost ₹40,000 cheaper than the Toyota Taisor, making it a strong value-for-money option.
4. Hyundai Exter – Starting at ₹8.39 Lakh
The Hyundai Exter AMT packs an 83hp, 1.2-litre petrol engine with a 5-speed AMT. Most AMT trims fall under ₹10 lakh.
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Trims under ₹10 lakh: S Smart, S, S+, SX Smart, SX, SX Knight, SX Tech, SX(O)
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Key features (SX(O)): 8-inch touchscreen, wireless charging, sunroof, six airbags, LED DRLs, paddle shifters
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Mileage: 19.2 km/l (ARAI)
👉 A great all-rounder with strong safety features and a modern cabin.
5. Tata Punch – Starting at ₹7.77 Lakh
The Tata Punch AMT comes with an 86hp, 1.2-litre petrol engine paired with a 5-speed AMT.
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Trims under ₹10 lakh: Adventure, Adventure+, Adventure S, Adventure+ S, Accomplished+, Accomplished+ S, Creative+
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Key features (Creative+): 10.25-inch touchscreen, sunroof, wireless charging, 16-inch alloys
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Mileage: 18.82 km/l (ARAI)
👉 Feature-rich but limited to only two airbags, unlike rivals offering six.
6. Renault Kiger – Starting at ₹6.95 Lakh
The Renault Kiger is among the few budget SUVs offering both AMT and CVT options under ₹10 lakh.
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Engines:
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72hp, 1.0 petrol + 5-speed AMT
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100hp, 1.0 turbo petrol + CVT
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Trims under ₹10 lakh: Emotion (AMT), Techno (AMT/CVT)
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Key features: 8-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, LED headlamps, 360-degree camera, six airbags
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Mileage: 19.03 km/l (AMT), 18.24 km/l (CVT)
👉 Offers spacious interiors and advanced features at an aggressive price.
7. Nissan Magnite – Starting at ₹6.17 Lakh
The Nissan Magnite is currently the cheapest automatic SUV in India. It shares engines and gearboxes with the Kiger but is more affordable.
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Engines:
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72hp, 1.0 petrol + 5-speed AMT
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100hp, 1.0 turbo petrol + CVT
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Trims under ₹10 lakh: Visia, Accenta, N Connecta, Kuro, Tekna, Tekna+
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Key features: 8-inch touchscreen, wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, keyless entry, turbo CVT options under ₹10 lakh
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Mileage: 19.03 km/l (AMT), 18.24 km/l (CVT)
👉 Also the cheapest CVT-equipped car in India, making it unbeatable for city comfort.
Conclusion – Best Automatic SUV Under ₹10 Lakh?
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Best Value: Nissan Magnite (cheapest CVT)
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Most Features: Hyundai Exter
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Best Mileage: Toyota Taisor / Maruti Fronx (22.8 km/l)
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Safest Option: Tata Nexon (six airbags standard)
If your budget is tight, go for the Nissan Magnite AMT/CVT. If you want safety and features, the Hyundai Exter or Tata Nexon is worth stretching for.
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