Top 10 Cars With Feature-loaded Base Variants Under Rs 20 Lakh

Published On Nov 04, 2021 08:00 AM By Tarun for Mahindra XUV700

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Most of these cars get touchscreen infotainment, traction control, and electronic stability control as standard

Most buyers fancy a car’s top variant instead of the base one. And there’s a good reason behind that. Usually, the base variant does not get a lot of features, just the essential equipment. However, for those who are jumping the segment by stretching their budget, we have listed the top 10 cars with feature-loaded base variants under Rs 20 lakh.

Here we go:

Toyota Glanza

Variant	G
Base price range	Rs 7.49 lakh to Rs 8.69 lakh
Engine	1.2-litre petrol	1.2-litre petrol with mild-hybrid
Power/Torque	83PS/113Nm	90PS/113Nm
Transmission options	5-speed manual/CVT	5-speed manual
Features	LED projector headlamps, diamond-cut alloy wheels, 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic AC, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, and push-button engine start/stop
Safety Features	Electrochromic inner rearview mirror, dual front airbags, ISOFIX seat anchorages, front fog lamps

The base variant misses out on a rear parking camera, automatic headlamps, and LED DRLs.
But it is offered with the option of an automatic gearbox.
The Glanza ranges from Rs 7.49 lakh to Rs 9.45 lakh.

Honda WR-V

Variant	SV
Price	Rs 8.93 lakh	Rs 10.31 lakh
Engine	1.2-litre petrol	1.5-litre diesel
Power/Torque	90PS/110Nm	100PS/200Nm
Transmission options	5-speed manual	6-speed manual
Features	LED DRLs, dual-tone alloy wheels, 7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, and automatic AC
Safety Features	Dual front airbags, rear parking camera

Compared to the top-spec VX variant, the SV misses out on LED projector headlamps and fog lamps, an electric sunroof, push-button engine start/stop, and cruise control.
The WR-V retails from Rs 8.93 lakh to Rs 11.88 lakh.

MG Astor

Variant	Style
Price	Rs 9.78 lakh
Engine	1.5-litre petrol
Power/Torque	110PS/144Nm
Transmission	5-speed manual
Features	LED headlamps, 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, automatic AC, and steering wheel modes
Safety Features	Dual front airbags, traction control, electronic stability control, hill hold/descent control, active cornering brake control, and rear disc brakes

The recently launched MG Astor offers multiple safety features as standard.
In comparison to the top-end variants, the base ‘Style’ variant misses out on connected car technology, a panoramic sunroof, ADAS, personal AI robot assistant, six airbags, 360-degree camera, and cruise control.
The Astor retails from Rs 9.78 lakh to Rs 17.38 lakh.

Honda City

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Variant	V
Price	Rs 11.16 lakh to Rs 12.56 lakh	Rs 12.76 lakh
Engine	1.5-litre petrol	1.5-litre diesel
Power/Torque	121PS/145Nm	100PS/200Nm
Transmission options	6-speed manual/CVT	6-speed manual
Features	Projector headlamps, LED DRLs, alloy wheels, 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Alexa connectivity, connected car technology, push-button engine start/stop, automatic AC, cruise control, and paddle shifters
Safety Features	Four airbags, rear parking camera, traction control, electronic stability control, tyre pressure monitoring, and hill start assist

The base variant misses out on an electric sunroof, two curtain airbags, lane-watch camera, 16-inch alloy wheels, and a digital instrument cluster.
It is offered with manual and automatic options for the petrol engine.
The City is priced from Rs 11.26 lakh to Rs 15.21 lakh.

Skoda Kushaq

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Variant	Active
Price	Rs 10.49 lakh
Engine	1-litre turbo-petrol
Power/Torque	115PS/178Nm
Transmission	6-speed manual
Features	7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Safety Features	Dual front airbags, traction control, electronic stability control, electronic differential locking system, multi-collision braking, and ISOFIX seat anchorages

The Kushaq’s top variants additionally feature a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, an electric sunroof, tyre pressure monitoring, six airbags, and LED headlamps.
The SUV retails from Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 17.59 lakh.

Volkswagen Taigun

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Variant	Comfortline
Price	Rs 10.49 lakh
Engine	1-litre turbo-petrol
Power/Torque	115PS/178Nm
Transmission	6-speed manual
Features	7-inch touchscreen infotainment with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, LED tail lights
Safety Features	Dual front airbags, traction control, electronic stability control, electronic differential locking system, multi-collision braking, and ISOFIX seat anchorages

The Taigun and Kushaq’s base variants have similar features and are priced the same.
The Taigun’s top-end variants additionally feature a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a digital instrument cluster, ventilated front seats, an electric sunroof, tyre pressure monitoring, six airbags, and LED headlamps.
It retails from Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 17.49 lakh.

Mahindra XUV700

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Variant	MX
Price	Rs 12.49 lakh	Rs 12.99 lakh
Engine	2-litre turbo-petrol	2.2-litre diesel
Power/Torque	200PS/380Nm	155PS/360Nm
Transmission options	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Features	8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Android Auto, flush door handles, electrically adjustable ORVMs, 7-inch semi-digital instrument cluster
Safety Features	Dual front airbags, Rear parking sensors and ISOFIX seat anchorages

Compared to the top trims, the base trim misses out on 10.25-inch dual displays (for touchscreen infotainment and digital instrument cluster), ADAS, dual-zone climate control, seven airbags, and a panoramic sunroof.
The XUV700 retails from Rs 12.49 lakh to Rs 22.99 lakh.

MG Hector

Variant	Style
Price	Rs 13.49 lakh	Rs 14.98 lakh
Engine	1.5-litre petrol	2-litre diesel
Power/Torque	143PS/250Nm	170PS/350Nm
Transmission options	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Features	Projector headlamps, second-row seat recline, and front and rear USB fast-charging ports
Safety Features	Dual front airbags, electronic stability programme, traction control system, hill hold control, and rear disc brakes

The range-topping variants additionally feature LED headlamps, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, a fully digital instrument cluster, 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment with connected car technology, and powered and ventilated front seats.
The Hector ranges from Rs 13.49 lakh to Rs 19.35 lakh.

Hyundai Alcazar

Variant	Prestige
Price	Rs 16.30 lakh to Rs 17.93 lakh	Rs 16.53 lakh to Rs 18.03 lakh
Engine	2-litre petrol	1.5-litre diesel
Power/Torque	159PS/191Nm	115PS/250Nm
Transmission options	6-speed manual/6-speed AT	6-speed manual/6-speed AT
Features	LED headlamps with DRLs, alloy wheels, ambient lighting, panoramic sunroof, remote engine start with key, cruise control, automatic AC, wireless charger, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and Blue Link connected car technology
Safety Features	Rear disc brakes, electronic stability control, hill start assist, automatic headlamps, LED fog lamps, tyre pressure monitoring system, rear parking camera, and driver rear view monitor

The Alcazar has the most feature-equipped-base variant in this list.
Compared to the top-end variant, the base misses out on a 360-degree camera, blind view monitor, side and curtain airbags, a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster, front ventilated seats, powered driver’s seat, and Bose sound system.
The base variant is available in 6- and 7-seater configurations with the option of manual and automatic (for both powertrains).
The three-row SUV ranges from Rs 16.30 lakh to Rs 20.14 lakh.

Toyota Innova Crysta

Variant	GX
Price	Rs 17.18 lakh to Rs 18.59 lakh	Rs 18.99 lakh to Rs 20.59 lakh
Engine	2.7-litre petrol	2.4-litre diesel
Power/Torque	166PS/245Nm	150PS/343Nm
Transmission options	5-speed manual/6-speed AT	5-speed manual/6-speed AT
Features	8-inch touchscreen infotainment, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, tilt and telescopic steering and cruise control
Safety Features	Three airbags, vehicle stability control, and hill start assist control

The top-end variant additionally features automatic AC, powered driver’s seat, front parking sensors, and seven airbags.
The base variant can be had with 7- and 8-seater options both.
The Innova retails from Rs 17.18 lakh to Rs 24.99 lakh.

(All prices ex-showroom Delhi)