In today’s time it’s becoming difficult to buy a car. Its not because of lack of money but because of the huge variety of cars available at the same price point. Rs 8 lakhs is the pretty good amount to purchase anything from a good range of cars, which include everything from premium hatchbacks to compact SUVs and comfortable Sedans. However, it will depend on your needs and prefrences to pick the simplest vehicle for you. So In this best cars under 8 lakhs article you will going to get the best cars under 8 lakhs in india 2021
Rs 8 Lakhs will give you more option to choose thus becoming more confusing. 8 lakhs will provide you Hatchback, Sedan, Suv which create more confusion to choose from.
But no more worries we will suggest you best in each segment . But for now we are sticking to Hatchback segment only.
Best Hatchback Under 8 Lakhs in India 2021
We will provide you best hatchback “Petrol” cars under 8 Lakhs. Our list will be made on the basis of
- Engine performance
- Mileage(Kmpl)
- Safety features
- After sale support
- Built Quality
- Extra feature and pricing.
So without further due lets get the best cars under 8 Lakhs
Note: All prices are ex-showroom prices
5. Tata Altroz
Tata Altoz is an amazing car specially in safety feature. ALTROZ has achieved 5-star Global NCAP rating. Its price starts from Rs 5,29,000 to Rs 9,34,000 (Ex showroom). Tata altroz considered to be the good in producing milage and ride quality but lacks power.
The Best/Top Varient which you can get under 8 Lakhs are Altroz XZ & XZ(O) for petrol and Altroz XM for diesel.

Engine
DIESEL | PETROL | |
Engine Type | 1.5 L Revotroq | 1.2 L Revotron |
Displacement (cc) | 1497 | 1199 |
Max Power | [email protected] | [email protected] |
Max Torque | [email protected] | [email protected] |
No. of cylinder | 4 | 3 |
Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Fuel Supply System | Direct Injection | EFI |
Transmission | only manual | only manual |
- This engine can give a decent milege of 19.5 kmpl for petrol and 21.11 for diesel varients.
- All the varients have only manual transmission.
Dimension
Length (mm) | 3990 |
Width (mm) | 1755 |
Height (mm) | 1523 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 345 |
Seating Capacity | 5 |
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm) | 165 |
Highlighted Features
It comes with harrier like digital instrument cluster , cruize control, automatic climate control, rear ac vents, ambient lighting , rain sensing viper, adjustable steering and seats, harmen sound system, 7 inch floating touch screen.
Safety Features
Dual front airbags , ABS, EBD, rear parking sensors, speed alert system, seat belt reminder, rear camer, iso fix child seat mount, are some standard safety features.
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4. NEW Hyundai i20 (2020)
Forwarding towards our next best car, that is Hyundai i20 (2020), which recently got its facelift version. Best known for its comfort and performance but is far behind in mileage till now though little bit of improvement. Its price goes from 6.79 – 11.32 Lakh . This new i20 is available in both petrol and diesel option.
The varient under 8 lakhs which we suggest you to buy is Hyundai i20 Sportz / Sportz DT.

Engine
PETROL | DIESEL | |
Engine Type | Kappa VTVT Petrol Engine | U2 diesel |
Displacement (cc) | 1197 | 1493 |
Max Power | [email protected] | [email protected] |
Max Torque | [email protected] | 240.26 [email protected] |
No. of cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Valve Configuration | DOHC | |
Fuel Supply System | MPFI | |
Transmission | Manual / iVT / DCT | only manual |
- Having a 1197 cc engine which produces 81.86 bhp @ 6000 rpm gives 18.6 kmpl.
- It comes in petrol option which offers both automatic and manual transmission.
Dimensions
Length (mm) | 3995 |
Width (mm) | 1775 |
Height (mm) | 1505 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 311 |
Seating Capacity | 5 |
Wheel Base (mm) | 2580 |
Highlighted Features
Apple car play , android auto, wireless charging, mirrorlink compatibiliti, rear parking camera, rear parking sensors, automatic climate control, rear ac vents, cool glove box, electronically adjustable ORVM, welcome function, Automatic projector headlamps, LED daytime running light, 7-inch infotainment system, puddle lamps , sunroof etc.
Safety Features
Basic safety features such as Dual Front airbags(top model gets 6 airbags), ABS, EBD, rear parking sensors, speed alert system, seat belt reminder, are standard across all varient.
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3. Maruti Suzuki Swift
Maruti Swift is one of those hatchback which are value for money , has a good resale value and a eye catching interior and exterior.Maruti cars known for its milage and performance but also are very unsafe cars specially on highways. Swift is one of the most selling car of maruti as well as for india and is very well liked among people. Its price starts from Rs. 5.19 – 8.02 Lakh.
The varient which we suggest is go after Maruti Swift ZXI Plus.

Engine
PETROL | |
Engine Type | VTVT Engine |
Displacement (cc) | 1197 |
Max Power | [email protected] |
Max Torque | [email protected] |
No. of cylinder | 4 |
Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
Valve Configuration | DOHC |
Fuel Supply System | MPFi |
Transmission | Manual / AMT |
- This engine gives the milage of 21.21kmpl as per ARAI.
- It also comes in only petrol option only with both automatic and manual transmission.
Dimensions
Length (mm) | 3840 |
Width (mm) | 1735 |
Height (mm) | 1530 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 268 |
Seating Capacity | 5 |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 163 |
Highlighted Features
DRLs, LED projector headlamps, tail lamps with led brake lights, 7-inch infotainment system with apply car play and android auto, rear parking sensors with camera, electrically foldable and adjustable ORVMs, automatic climate control, push start/stop button and many more.
Safety Features
Though it lacks in safety scores but have good features too like ABS, EBD, 2 airbags, front passenger seat belt reminder, speed alert system, rear parking sensors, ISOfix child seat mounts
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2. Maruti Suzuki Baleno
It is the India’s largest carmaker’s first-ever premium hatchback under 10 lakhs.Its is also one of the most suggested and first chice of buyers, also one of the most selling car of maruti. Price starts from Rs.5.63 – 8.96 Lakh (ex-showroom).
The model which we suggest under 8 lakhs to buy is Maruti Baleno alpha varient.

Engine
PETROL | |
Engine Type | VVT Petrol Engine |
Displacement (cc) | 1197 |
Max Power | [email protected] |
Max Torque | [email protected] |
No. of cylinder | 4 |
Valves Per Cylinder | 4 |
Valve Configuration | DOHC |
Fuel Supply System | MPFI |
Transmission | CVT / manual |
- This engine produces a milage of 21 kmpl.
- It comes in petrol option only with both automatic and manual transmission.
Dimension
Length (mm) | 3995 |
Width (mm) | 1745 |
Height (mm) | 1510 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 339 |
Seating Capacity | 5 |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 170 |
Highlighted Features
Comes with 7-inch infotainment system with apple carplay and android auto, automatic climate control, push button start/stop and passive keyless entry, LED projector headlamps, new design ally wheel, rear parking sensor.
Safety
Dual front airbags, Anti-Lock Braking System, ABS, EBD, ISOfix child seat mounts, speed alert warning , rear camera, anti theft device, seat belt reminder are some of the safety features.
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1. Ford Freestyle
Yes, surprised by the decision but believe me it is the best cars under 8 lakhs in india as of now. It is considered to be one of the underestimated cars. Its strong body makes it perfect for offroading as well as for normal driving. Ford Freestyle Price starts from Rs.5.89 – 8.19 Lakhs(ex-showroom). The only disadvantage is, it didn’t automatic option.
The varient which we suggest you to buy is Ford Freestyle Titanium Plus.

Engine
DIESEL | PETROL | |
Engine Type | 1.5 litre Diesel Engine | 1.2 litre Petrol Engine |
Displacement (cc) | 1499 | 1194 |
Max Power | [email protected] | [email protected] |
Max Torque | [email protected] | [email protected] |
No. of cylinder | 4 | 3 |
Valves Per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
Valve Configuration | DOHC | DOHC |
Fuel Supply System | CRDI | MPFI |
Transmission | Manual only | Manual only |
- This engine gives a milage of 18.5 kmpl for petrol and 23.8 for diesel varient.
- Comes in both petrol & diesel options.
Dimensions
Length (mm) | 3954 |
Width (mm) | 1737 |
Height (mm) | 1570 |
Boot Space (Litres) | 257 |
Seating Capacity | 5 |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 190 |
Highlighted Features
Automatic Headlamps, auto dimming IRVM, rain sensing wipers, push start/stop, automatic climate control, passive keyless entry, 6 speed wiper control, 5.8 cm intrument cluster, 7-inch infotainment system with android auto and apple carplay are some of the Highlighted features
Safety Features
Packed with some great safety features that makes ford freestyle stand out. some of them are 6 airbags, ABS, EBD, power door locks, anti theft alarm, Traction control, Vehicle stability control system, Hill assist.
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Conclusion for best cars under 8 lakhs in India
Choosing the best hatchback car under 8 lakhs was a not an easy task. overall i came to the decision that ford freestyle is an inch better than its competitors, though all the above mentioned cars are best and it totally depend on one’s choice to determine their best.
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