Mileage: 24.7kpml

Many people born in the 90s would have many fond memories with this car. Infact, it would have been their first car to ride on. Alto has always kept on top when it comes to mileage. The 800 has got a complete makeover in terms of design and technical features to suit the present generation. It has got a 796 cc engine. However, it is the same old car when it comes to the economy.

Price: 2.88 lakh – 4.09 lakh (Ex-showroom Price)

Mileage: 23 – 25 kmpl

KWID entered the market with all the hype for its SUV-like sturdy look. It is one of those hatchbacks with great exterior design. Apart, it has a lot of safety features like driver side airbag and a dedicated locking system. It is available in both automatic and manual transmissions. KWID comes with 796cc turbo petrol engine

Price: 2.8 – 4.9 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 21 kmpl

Maruti Suzuki always aimed to please the middle class. They have been able to deliver the same time and again. The Swift is a milestone right there. Ever since its launch in 2005, it has been an economical companion for many.

Though not a luxury, it was iconic by car itself for the design and ergonomic features it poised. At the time of its arrival, it had to instantly face the competitors from Hyundai and Honda. True engineering details on fuel and structural basis made it make a cut above the rest.

Price: 5.14 – 7.97 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 23.9 kmpl

Baleno is Suzuki’s answer to premium engineered hatchbacks from the western world. The great look, glaze tone, LED, spacious cabins and whole lot of features made it look premium. However, Suzuki neve messed with its core values. The price and mileage were kept minimal. Baleno is easily the most favorite car from Maruti’s  premium dealer, Nexa. It comes with a 1197 cc petrol engine.

Price: 5.58 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 22 kpml

Dzire is the king of its segment. It has got of patrons which led to three successful generations of the car. This success can also attributed to the automakers belief in core values: efficiency and economy. While many said sedan owners don’t care about mileage, Maruti was clear on uncompromising the factor. A Dzire provides excellent price to performance ratio. And if maintained properly, it can sold without much depreciation.

Price: 5.82 – 8.68 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 17.3 kmpl

Honda City has a rich legacy. It is more than 20 years old now with the 5th generation launched last year. It has enthralled the Tier 3 segment and had been the best buy for many middle-class  sedan aspirants. Although it doesn’t support hybrid transmission, it still is considered a popular choice in the market.

Price: 9.91 – 14.3 lakh (Ex-Showroom

Mileage: 20 kmpl

The Honda Amaze was launched in 2013. It kept the customers gessing whether it was a sub sedan or a C segment sedan.

The car has got an upgraded spin. It comes with new iconic exteriors. While the interiors are spacious with black matte trims and machine-minimalist look. The car is available with AT and both petrol and CNG engine. The petrol is engine is 1199cc.

Price: 5.93 – 8.77  lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 20.9 kmpl

Ciaz was launched to directly compete with Honda City in 2014. At that time Honda City had completed 14 years and had a rich legacy. However, with improved technology and uber-cool exterior Ciaz was able to pleasure the buyers.

Price: 9.31 – 11.1 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 16.8 kmpl

With great marketing and branding strategies Kia launched itself. There was a lot of hype around. They didn’t disappoint. Kia Seltos had a variety of features and priced it aggressively to allow more buyers experience their product. Be it the style quotient or performance or service, Kia Seltos ticked all the boxes that mattered. 

Price: 9.89 – 17.29 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 17 kmpl

Mahindra sort of rediscovered itself with the compact XUV300. The world-class design, robust build up, sturdy yet chic look and dozens of safety features showed what the Indian origin automaker is truly capable of. While there are of on-road compact SUVs like Venue, Creta and Brezza, when it comes to mileage, XUV300 clearly is better. It comes with a 1197 cc petrol engine.

Price:  8.3 – 12.69 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 27 kmpl

Tata Tiago’s sportier version the NRG comes with an array of features. With 14 inch alloys, rear and body cladding, faux skid place, tailgates, and wheel arches and bumpers, it may be the economy hatchback with the best exterior design. The NRG is 1047 cc diesel engine is highly fuel efficient too. When fuel consumption and design are your concern then this is the best car you can vouch for.

Price: 6.98  lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 28.5 kmpl

Mileage, mileage and more mileage! The Swift 1248 cc diesel engine is the best car that can go an extra miles for you. It has got all the features right just like its petrol sibling. Besides, the car holds the same gearbox as that of a Dzire. Therefore it guarantees both performance and efficiency.

Price:  6.98 – 8.9 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 27.4 kmpl

Diesel is preferred for its low cost. When it comes to the best mileage cars in diesel engines, Baleno is right there on top. With lightweight design and hitech interior cabin, it is one of the best diesel cars in India. The current diesel engine comes with 1248 cc similar to that of Dzire.

Price: 5.58 – 8.89 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

 Mileage: 27.3 kmpl

When it comes spacezz..then go Jazzzz! Jazz had lot of things to give but it lacked in one aspect which is price. It was not competitive in pricing as it was a lakh or two higher than the competitors. However, the price tag is completely justified when comes to the space or fuel efficiency. The 1498cc diesel engine delivers great performance.

Price: 7.4 9.4 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 28.4 kmpl

Be it petrol or diesel, a mileage list with Maruti Suzuki is just not real. There is hardly any difference between the Dzire’s petrol or diesel variant. 75hp, 1.3 litre, DDis diesel engine comes with 1248 cc. Be it mileage or practicality the Dzire seems the right bet.

Price: 6.66 – 9.5 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

Mileage: 26.1 kmpl

One of the oldest automakers of the world, the Ford team is known for their great engines. The 1.5l diesel variant comes with a 1498cc engine. The Ford Figo Aspire does give stiff stares to Dzire and Verna. Just like Jazz, it feels stuck in terms of the price tag.

Price: 6.99 – 8.62  lakh (Ex-Showroom)

 

Mileage: 28.09 kmpl

The repetition is the appreciation that Maruthi can get for keeping it up with the ‘working class’. The Hybrid version of Ciaz did the necessary hype. The effort of fetching hybrid modification to the normal engine did pay off. The 1248cc diesel engine is very fuel efficient.

Price:  9.02 – 11.2 lakh (Ex-Showroom)

          Mileage: 24.0 kmpl

The 1582cc CRDi engine delivers great performance with adequate mileage. When it comes to mileage it is similar to that of Honda City, it has a better engine and exteriors. It also recently got an iconic exterior upgrade.

Price: 9.31 – 15.51  lakh (Ex-Showroom)

 

          Mileage: 24.3 kmpl

The Brezza is indeed India’s India’s favorite SUV. Since its launch it has made a huge buzz in the SUV segment. Until now the car only came with a 1248 cc diesel engine. Reports suggest that a petrol variant with BS6 compliant may arrive soon in the market

Price: 9.42 – 14.1  lakh (Ex-Showroom)

 

Mileage: 24.3  kmpl

There are many reasons to choose the Ford Ecosport apart from mileage. The 1498cc, 1.5 L Ecoblue engine gives sturdy performance with optimum emissions. The same engine is used to fuel other Ford cars as well. The Ecosport is also upgraded  with All Wheel Drive technology which makes it a desirable travel companion.

Price: 7.63- 10.6 lakh (Ex-Showroom)