SUVs continue to dominate the Indian automotive market, and while practicality and features drive their popularity, style is becoming an equally strong selling point. One of the most sought-after styling choices today is the “black edition” or “dark edition” treatment, which gives these vehicles an all-black makeover inside and out.
For those looking to add some stealthy flair to their garage without breaking the bank, here’s a roundup of all the factory-offered dark edition SUVs available in India under ₹15 lakh (ex-showroom).
1. Nissan Magnite Kuro
Price: ₹8.31 lakh – ₹10.87 lakh
The Magnite Kuro is currently the most budget-friendly black-themed SUV in India. Based on the N-Connecta variant, it sports a gloss black finish across its exterior components—grille, skid plates, door handles, and roof rails. The 16-inch alloy wheels and smoked-out headlamps further enhance its aggressive appeal.
Inside, the cabin goes full blackout—from the dashboard and doors to the steering wheel and gear knob. As a bonus, Nissan includes a dashcam and wireless charger over the standard N-Connecta trim.
2. Hyundai Exter Knight Edition
Price: ₹8.46 lakh – ₹10.51 lakh
Hyundai’s compact Exter SUV also gets the dark treatment with the Knight Edition. Priced modestly over the regular SX trim, this edition comes with a blacked-out exterior, subtle red accents on the bumper and brake calipers, and exclusive ‘Knight Edition’ badging.
The cabin complements the exterior with black upholstery, red stitching, and ambient footwell lighting. Dual-tone versions further offer a contrast black roof for a sporty finish.
3. Hyundai Venue Knight Edition
Price: ₹10.34 lakh – ₹13.57 lakh
For buyers looking for a slightly bigger alternative to the Exter, the Venue Knight Edition delivers similar blacked-out flair. With brass-coloured accents on the bumpers and wheels, red-painted brake calipers, and a Knight Edition badge on the rear, it certainly stands out.
Inside, the theme continues with brass trim elements around the gear lever, AC vents, and steering wheel, giving the cabin a bold yet refined look.
4. Tata Nexon Dark Edition
Price: ₹11.70 lakh – ₹15.60 lakh
(Only variants priced under ₹15 lakh included)
Few SUVs commit to the dark aesthetic like the Tata Nexon Dark Edition. The exterior is completely draped in black, with no contrasting elements or highlights, giving it a truly stealthy road presence.
The cabin is equally dark, featuring black leatherette seats, dashboard, centre console, and steering wheel. A touch of dark blue on the seat backs breaks the monotony subtly. The Dark Edition is offered from the Creative Plus variant onward.
5. Citroen Basalt Dark Edition
Price: ₹12.80 lakh – ₹14.10 lakh
Citroen’s coupe-style SUV, the Basalt, now comes in a stylish Dark Edition. It wears a deep black ‘Perla Nera’ exterior finish, complemented by dark chrome accents and subtle ‘Dark’ branding.
The black theme extends to the cabin, which features leatherette upholstery with red contrast stitching. Additional touches include illuminated scuff plates, ambient lighting, and embossed seat backs, adding a premium feel. This edition is based on the top-spec Max trim.
6. Citroen C3 Aircross Dark Edition
Price: ₹13.13 lakh – ₹14.27 lakh
Citroen has also introduced the dark-themed makeover to the C3 Aircross. It shares the same exterior and interior changes as the Basalt—Perla Nera paint, dark chrome highlights, and all-black interiors with red stitching.
Only the top-end Max 5-seater variant gets the Dark Edition treatment. The upgrades are subtle yet effective in giving the Aircross a sportier and more premium stance.
7. MG Astor Blackstorm
Price: ₹13.78 lakh – ₹14.81 lakh
The Astor Blackstorm edition takes a bold approach with its black-and-red color scheme. The all-black exterior features red accents on the front and rear bumpers, brake calipers, and ORVMs. A smoked effect on the headlights adds to its aggressive personality.
Inside, the SUV gets black upholstery with red stitching, red detailing around the AC vents and doors, and ‘Blackstorm’ embroidery on the front headrests. Offered only on the mid-range Select trim, the package comes at a premium over the standard variant.
Conclusion
If you’re after a factory-finished SUV with a blacked-out aesthetic, there’s now no shortage of options under ₹15 lakh in India. Whether you want something compact and affordable like the Nissan Magnite Kuro or a more premium experience like the Tata Nexon Dark Edition or MG Astor Blackstorm, there’s a dark SUV for every taste and budget.
Each of these editions offers not just cosmetic enhancements but also added features in some cases, making them an appealing choice for style-conscious buyers.
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