Five budget cars with good mileage start at Rs 3.50 lakh for Diwali buyers

Many people dream of bringing home a brand-new car on Diwali, but choosing the right one gets harder when the budget is limited. For buyers with Rs 3.50 lakh to Rs 5 lakh to spend, the Indian market has good options from major makers such as Maruti Suzuki, Renault and Tata. Here are five budget cars that offer good mileage at a low price.

The cheapest is the Maruti S-Presso, priced from Rs 3.50 lakh. It has a mini-SUV look and a compact design, which makes it easy to drive in the city. The company claims its CNG version gives up to 32 km per kg.

The Maruti Alto K10 starts at Rs 3.70 lakh. It has a 1.0-litre engine producing 65 bhp. It is considered the best option for first-time car buyers. Its CNG version runs about 33 km on a kg of gas.

The Renault Kwid starts at Rs 4.53 lakh. It has a 1.0-litre engine producing 67.06 bhp. Its automatic version is said to give a mileage of about 20 km per litre. It is a good option for those who want a stylish look.

The Maruti Celerio starts at Rs 4.70 lakh. It is well ahead on mileage, with its CNG version giving up to 34 km per kg.

The Tata Tiago starts at Rs 4.77 lakh. The car is known for its safety and design, and is available in both petrol and CNG options.

For a budget of up to Rs 5 lakh, the Maruti Wagon R could also be a good choice. It starts at Rs 4.99 lakh. It gives up to 24 km per litre on petrol and up to 34 km per kg on CNG. It also comes with two engine options.

Overall, the S-Presso or Alto K10 suit those who want the lowest price, while the Celerio or Wagon R can be chosen for the best mileage.