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Top 10 Safest Cars In India 2022 Under 10 Lakhs: Punch, XUV300, Altroz, Nexon, Polo, Tigor & Others
The Indian automobile industry has witnessed a growing trend for safer cars in the country. The trend has grown to such an extent where even entry-level hatchback consumers have started to enquire about the safety rating.
So, here is the list of the top 10 safest cars in India under 10 lakh rupees.
1. TATA PUNCH
Tata Punch is the safest vehicle on this list with a Global-NCAP score of 16.45 points for adult protection. The sole engine available in the Tata Punch is the 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated Revotron petrol engine and this engine makes 84.48bhp and 113 Nm of torque.
This engine can be specified with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 5-speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT). Apart from this, the Tata Punch comes in 4 trim levels and add-on feature packs. Prices for the Tata Punch SUV starts from Rs 5.49 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
2. MAHINDRA XUV300
Mahindra XUV300 is the second safest vehicle on this list behind the Tata Punch with a Global-NCAP score of 16.42 points for adult protection. The Mahindra XUV300 comes with two choices of engines. The petrol unit is a 1.2-litre turbocharged engine with 108.62bhp and 200 Nm of torque, whereas the 1.5-litre diesel engine puts out a healthier 115.05bhp and a class-leading 300Nm of torque.
The diesel unit is available with both automatic and manual gearbox options, whereas the petrol unit comes mated to a 6-speed manual transmission as standard. Apart from that, the Mahindra XUV300 offers the widest rear seat in its segment. The Mahindra XUV300 is available in 4 trim levels and 5 exterior colour options. Prices for the Mahindra XUV300 start from Rs 7.95 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
3. TATA ALTROZ
The Tata Altroz is currently the safest hatchback in the country with a 5-star safety rating for adult protection and a 4-star safety rating for child protection. The Global-NCAP has warded the Tata Altroz 16.13 points for adult protection.
The Tata Altroz also comes with three engine options, where the 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated Revotron petrol engine produces 84.48bhp and 113Nm of torque, whereas the more powerful 1.2-litre turbocharged variant produces 108.48bhp and 140Nm of torque. Apart from this, there is also a 1.5-litre turbocharged diesel engine with 88.78 bhp and 200Nm of torque. However, unlike its rivals, the Tata Altroz is offered only with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
Prices for the Tata Altroz premium hatchback starts from Rs 5.90 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
4. TATA NEXON
The Tata Nexon is the first made-in-India model to secure a 5-star safety rating from Global-NCAP. Gradually, the Tata Nexon became one of the best-selling vehicles in its segment.
The Tata Nexon comes with two different engine options, the 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine produces 118bhp and 170Nm of torque, whereas the diesel unit is a 1.5-litre turbocharged unit with 108bhp and 260Nm of torque. Apart from that, the Tata Nexon can be specified with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 6-speed AMT gearbox. Prices for the Tata Nexon starts from Rs 7.30 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
5. VOLKSWAGEN POLO
The Volkswagen Polo was launched way back in 2010 in India and it still holds its ground as one of the toughest built cars in India. The Volkswagen Polo bagged a 4-star safety rating by scoring 12.54 points in the Global-NCAP crash test.
The Volkswagen Polo comes with two petrol engine options. The base 1.0-litre model produces 74.5bhp and 95Nm of torque, whereas the 1.0-litre TSI variant pumps out 108.5bhp and 175Nm of torque. Prices for the Volkswagen Polo starts from Rs 6.16 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
6. TATA TIGOR
The Tata Tigor is the sub-4m sedan in the country with a 4-star safety rating from the Global-NCAP. Tata Tigor is powered by a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated Revotron petrol engine and this engine produces 84.48bhp and 113Nm of torque.
Apart from this Tata Tigor comes with a choice of 5-speed manual and AMT gearboxes. The Tata Tigor comes in 5 different shades and 6 trim levels. Prices for the Tata Tigor starts from Rs 5.67 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
7. TATA TIAGO
The Tata Tiago is one of the safest hatchbacks in the country with a 4-star safety rating from the Global-NCAP. The hatchback from the Pune-based automobile manufacturer offers decent performance, spacious interiors, and a long list of standard features.
Tata Tiago is powered by a 1.2-litre naturally-aspirated Revotron petrol engine and this engine produces 84.48 bhp and 113 Nm of torque. Apart from this Tata Tiago also comes with a choice of 5-speed manual and AMT gearboxes. Prices for the Tata Tiago starts from Rs 5.19 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
8. MARUTI SUZUKI VITARA BREZZA
Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is a five-seater compact SUV and comes with a 4-star safety rating for adult occupant protection by Global-NCAP. The Vitara Brezza has been the default choice for many compact SUV buyers. The new Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza is powered by an all-new 1.5-litre petrol engine with Smart-Hybrid tech for better fuel efficiency.
This engine produces 103.25bhp and 138Nm of torque and can be specified with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automatic transmission. Prices for the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza starts from Rs 7.69 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
9. RENAULT TRIBER
The Renault Triber is a great family MPV if you are on a tight budget. Despite being a budget-friendly 7-seater MPV, it comes with a 4-star safety rating for adult protection.
Powering the Renault Triber is a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine with 71.01 bhp and 96 Nm of torque. This peppy engine can either be mated to a 5-speed manual transmission or a 5-speed automated manual transmission (AMT). Prices for the Renault Triber starts from Rs 5.69 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
10. MARUTI SUZUKI ERTIGA
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is one of the best MPVs for a family in the market. Safety-wise, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga has scored a 3-star safety rating from Global-NCAP.
Powering the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is a 1.5-litre 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine. This engine produces 103. 25bhp and 138Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual gearbox and a 4-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. Prices for the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga start from Rs 8.12 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
Thoughts About Top 10 Safest Cars
The top 9 of the 10 safest cars in India have scored 4-stars or more. This shows that many car manufacturers have started putting efforts to make even budget cars safer in India.