As safety consciousness among Indian car buyers continues to rise, manufacturers have begun equipping even their most budget‑friendly models with six airbags and a host of other passive and active safety systems. Below is a curated list of 25 hatchbacks, sedans, SUVs and MPVs that can be had for under ₹10 lakh and come standard with six‑airbag protection.
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Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 (₹4.23 L–6.21 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.0 L, 67 hp petrol (5‑speed MT/AMT), plus factory‑fitted CNG option
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Why it stands out: India’s most affordable six‑airbag car; proven Maruti reliability and frugal running costs
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Variants under ₹10 L: STD (₹4.23 L), LXI, VXI, VXI+, VXI AMT, LXI CNG, VXI+ AMT, VXI CNG
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Maruti Suzuki Eeco (5‑ and 6‑seater) (₹5.69 L–6.95 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 80 hp petrol (E20‑compliant), plus CNG (70 hp)
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Why it stands out: Only MPV in this budget bracket to offer six airbags; now available in both 5‑ and 6‑seat layouts
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Variants under ₹10 L: 5‑seater STD (₹5.69 L), 6‑seater STD, 5‑seater AC, 5‑seater AC CNG
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Maruti Suzuki Celerio (₹5.64 L–7.37 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.0 L, 67 hp petrol (5‑speed MT/AMT), 57 hp CNG
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Why it stands out: India’s most fuel‑efficient six‑airbag hatch; compact dimensions make it ideal for city use
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Variants under ₹10 L: LXI, VXI, ZXI, VXI AMT, ZXI+, ZXI AMT, VXI CNG, ZXI+ AMT
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Maruti Suzuki Wagon R (₹5.79 L–7.62 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.0 L (69 hp) and 1.2 L (91 hp) petrol, MT/AMT, plus CNG
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Why it stands out: Tall‑boy design for excellent visibility; now with six airbags across the line-up
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Variants under ₹10 L: LXI, VXI, ZXI, LXI CNG, VXI AMT, ZXI+, ZXI AMT, VXI CNG
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Hyundai Grand i10 Nios (₹5.98 L–8.62 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 83 hp petrol (MT/AMT), plus factory‑fitted CNG
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Why it stands out: Stylish design, feature‑rich cabin and six‑airbag safety at a sub‑₹6 lakh starting price
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Variants under ₹10 L: Era, Magna, Corporate, Sportz*, Magna AMT, Sportz(O), Corporate AMT, Sportz AMT, Asta
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Hyundai Exter (₹6.00 L–9.62 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 83 hp petrol (MT/AMT), optional factory CNG
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Why it stands out: India’s most affordable SUV with six airbags; newly added SX Tech trim enhances connectivity
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Variants under ₹10 L: EX, EX (O), CNG EX Dual, S, S+, SX*, SX Tech, SX (O), SX AMT, SX Knight AMT, CNG SX variants
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Nissan Magnite (₹6.14 L–9.99 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.0 L naturally aspirated and turbo‑petrol (71 hp/100 hp), MT/AMT
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Why it stands out: Facelifted in late 2024; six airbags plus ISOFIX, TPMS and hill‑start assist as standard
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Variants under ₹10 L: Visia, Visia+, Acenta, N‑Connecta, Tekna, Tekna+, Turbo N‑Connecta, Tekna AMT, Tekna+ AMT, Turbo Acenta CVT
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Citroën C3 (₹6.23 L–9.58 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 82 hp NA and 110 hp turbo‑petrol (5‑speed MT/6‑speed torque‑converter AT)
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Why it stands out: High‑riding hatch with Dark Edition styling; six‑airbags across all trims since August 2024
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Variants under ₹10 L: You, Feel, Shine*, Shine Dark Edition, Turbo Shine Dual Tone, Turbo Shine Dark Edition
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Hyundai Aura (₹6.54 L–9.11 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 82 hp petrol (MT/AMT), plus CNG
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Why it stands out: Premium compact sedan with six‑airbag protection and a new mid‑spec Corporate trim
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Variants under ₹10 L: E, S, Corporate, E CNG, SX, S CNG, Corporate CNG, SX(O), SX+ AMT, SX CNG
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Maruti Suzuki Swift (₹6.49 L–9.65 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 90 hp petrol (MT/AMT), plus CNG
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Why it stands out: Class‑leading efficiency (up to 25.75 kpl) and sport‑scar soul with six airbags standard
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Variants under ₹10 L: LXI, VXI, VXI (O), VXI AMT, VXI (O) AMT, VXI CNG, ZXI, ZXI AMT, ZXI+, ZXI CNG
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Maruti Suzuki Dzire (₹6.84 L–9.89 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 82 hp petrol (MT/AMT), plus CNG
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Why it stands out: First Maruti sedan to secure 5‑star GNCAP; six airbags miles ahead of its 2‑star predecessor
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Variants under ₹10 L: LXI, VXI, VXI AMT, VXI CNG, ZXI, ZXI AMT, ZXI+, ZXI CNG
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Hyundai i20 (₹7.04 L–9.82 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 83 hp petrol (MT/CVT)
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Why it stands out: Premium hatch with six airbags, connected‑car tech and robust build quality
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Variants under ₹10 L: Era, Magna, Sportz, Sportz Dual Tone, Sportz (O), Sportz (O) Dual Tone, Asta, Sportz CVT, Sportz (O) CVT
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Škoda Kushaq “Kylaq” (₹7.89 L–9.68 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.0 L, 115 hp turbo‑petrol (MT/AT) on the MQB‑A0‑IN platform
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Why it stands out: Entry‑level Skoda with six airbags, ESC, traction control and premium European build
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Variants under ₹10 L: Classic, Classic (Olive Gold), Signature, Signature (Lava Blue & Deep Black)
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Hyundai Venue (₹7.94 L–9.53 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 83 hp petrol; 1.0 L, 120 hp turbo‑petrol; 1.5 L, 116 hp diesel (all MT/AT options)
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Why it stands out: Segment‑benchmark compact SUV with six‑airbags and a spunky N Line sibling
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Variants under ₹10 L: E, E+, S, S+, S (O)+ Petrol
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Mahindra XUV 3XO (₹7.99 L–9.99 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L turbo‑petrol (111 hp/131 hp) and 1.5 L diesel (117 hp), MT/AT
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Why it stands out: All variants get six‑airbags and earned a 5‑star BNCAP rating in Nov 2024
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Variants under ₹10 L: MX1 Petrol, MX2 Pro Petrol, MX3 Petrol, MX3 Pro Petrol, MX2 Diesel
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Kia Sonet (₹8.00 L–9.66 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L petrol; 1.0 L turbo‑petrol; 1.5 L diesel (all MT/AT)
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Why it stands out: Corolla‑sized safety in a sub‑₹10 L compact SUV; VSM, ESC, hill‑hold and TPMS as standard
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Variants under ₹10 L: HTE Petrol, HTE(O) Petrol, HTK Petrol, HTK Turbo
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Tata Nexon (₹8.00 L–9.70 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L turbo‑petrol (120 hp); 1.5 L diesel (115 hp), MT/AT/CNG options
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Why it stands out: Consistent six‑airbag safety across the range and Tata’s crash‑tested build quality
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Variants under ₹10 L: Smart Petrol, Smart+ Petrol, Smart CNG, Smart+ S Petrol, Smart+ Petrol AMT, Pure+ Petrol, Pure+ S Petrol
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Honda Amaze (₹8.10 L–9.35 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 90 hp petrol (MT/CVT)
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Why it stands out: Six airbags plus Level 2 ADAS on higher trims (outside this price band)
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Variants under ₹10 L: V MT, VX MT, V CVT
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Citroën Basalt (₹8.32 L–9.99 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L NA (82 hp) and turbo‑petrol (110 hp), MT/AT
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Why it stands out: Coupe‑SUV styling, six airbags, ESP, hill‑hold and TPMS standard
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Variants under ₹10 L: You, Plus
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Maruti Suzuki Baleno (₹8.47 L–9.92 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 90 hp petrol (MT/AMT), plus CNG
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Why it stands out: Premium hatch with six‑airbags from Zeta trim upwards; spacious cabin and strong resale
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Variants under ₹10 L: Zeta, Zeta AMT, Alpha, Alpha AMT
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Citroën Aircross (₹8.62 L–9.99 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L NA (84 hp) and 1.2 L turbo (110 hp), MT/AT
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Why it stands out: 5+2 seating layout, six‑airbags and unique European styling cues
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Variants under ₹10 L: You, Plus
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Maruti Suzuki Brezza (₹8.69 L–9.75 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.5 L, 100 hp petrol (MT/AT), plus CNG from ₹9.64 L
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Why it stands out: Maruti’s entry in the compact‑SUV wars, now with six‑airbags across higher trims under ₹10 L
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Variants under ₹10 L: LXI, LXI CNG, VXI
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Toyota Glanza (₹8.82 L–10.00 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 90 hp petrol (MT/AMT), plus CNG
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Why it stands out: Baleno‑sourced hatchback with Toyota badge, six‑airbags from G trim, and reliable drivetrains
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Variants under ₹10 L: G MT, G AMT, CNG G MT, V MT
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Maruti Fronx (₹8.96 L–9.76 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.2 L, 90 hp petrol (MT/AMT); 1.0 L, 100 hp turbo‑petrol (MT/TC‑AT)
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Why it stands out: Sporty crossover styling on the Baleno platform, six‑airbags from Delta+ (O) trim
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Variants under ₹10 L: Delta+(O), Delta+(O) AMT, Turbo Delta+
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Kia Syros (₹9.50 L)
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Engine/Transmission: 1.0 L, 120 hp turbo‑petrol; 1.5 L, 116 hp diesel (both MT); ADAS only on pricier trims
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Why it stands out: Kia’s newest compact SUV, six‑airbags as standard and 5‑star BNCAP rating—only HTK MT petrol falls under ₹10 L
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Variant under ₹10 L: Petrol HTK MT (₹9.50 L)
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