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Cars Under 25 Lakh in India

A budget of around 25 lakh reaches the premium end of India's mainstream market, with about 51 cars to consider. This is flagship territory, where big electric SUVs like the Tata Harrier EV, Mahindra XEV 9e and BYD Atto 3 arrive. Premium seven seaters like the Toyota Innova and Maruti Invicto sit here too, and rugged names like the Jeep Meridian join the list. You can also buy the fully loaded, top of the range trims of almost every popular SUV.

This page shows cars priced from about 10 lakh up to 25 lakh ex-showroom, so it centres on the models that suit this budget. Remember to add road tax, insurance and registration for your on-road cost, and browse our cars under 20 lakh for slightly cheaper options. The list is grouped brand by brand below.

Best electric SUV
BYD Atto 3
Long range, from ₹24.99 lakh
Most rugged
Jeep Meridian
Seven seat 4x4
Best value SUV
Mahindra XUV 7XO
Space and features for less

Tata Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Tata offers the fullest range here, led by its electric flagships. The Harrier EV and Sierra EV join the Nexon EV and Curvv EV to give four very different electric SUVs, while the petrol and diesel Harrier, Safari, Sierra and Curvv cover everyone else. This budget lets you pick the fully loaded top trims of Tata's biggest and safest SUVs.

Black Tata Safari seven seat SUV

7-Seater SUV

Tata Safari

₹13.40 Lakh to ₹26.91 Lakh ex-showroom

On-road in Bangalore from ₹16.57 Lakh

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Mahindra Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Mahindra pairs its rugged SUVs with a striking new electric range. The Scorpio N and XUV 7XO seat seven in plush top trims, and the Thar and Thar Roxx tackle any terrain. The futuristic BE 6 and XEV 9e electric coupe SUVs land here with long range and bold styling, and the XEV 9S brings an electric third row from ₹20.65 lakh. Diesel power remains a Mahindra strength.

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Maruti Suzuki Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Maruti reaches its most premium at this budget. The Grand Vitara and Victoris midsize SUVs, both with frugal strong hybrids, sit beside the six seat XL6 and the go anywhere Jimny. Two flagships join them, the e Vitara electric SUV and the luxurious seven seat Invicto, which is the most expensive Maruti you can buy.

Hyundai Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Hyundai focuses on premium, well finished cars. The Verna midsize sedan and the seven seat Alcazar cover sedan and family buyers. The Creta EV brings India's favourite SUV nameplate to electric power, with a long range and quick charging in its higher trims.

MG Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

MG is all about space and electric power. The Hector and roomy Hector Plus are big petrol SUVs, while the Windsor EV, ZS EV and Hector Tomahawk EV give three electric options with generous range. Every MG here pairs a large touchscreen with a long list of features for the money.

Red MG ZS EV compact electric SUV

Compact EV SUV

MG ZS EV

₹17.99 Lakh to ₹20.74 Lakh ex-showroom

On-road in Bangalore from ₹20.44 Lakh

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Navy blue MG Hector, a large SUV

Midsize SUV

MG Hector

₹12.14 Lakh to ₹19.64 Lakh ex-showroom

On-road in Bangalore from ₹15.02 Lakh

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Kia Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Kia blends family practicality with electric choice. The Seltos midsize SUV and the seven seat Carens Clavis suit petrol and diesel buyers. The Syros EV and the roomy Carens Clavis EV bring zero emission driving to the compact SUV and MPV classes. All are richly specified and strong on safety.

Kia Seltos in blue with a black roof

Compact SUV

Kia Seltos

₹11.24 Lakh to ₹21.81 Lakh ex-showroom

On-road in Bangalore from ₹13.92 Lakh

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Toyota Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Toyota is the go to for a dependable, big family vehicle. The Hyryder is a frugal hybrid SUV, and the Innova Hycross and Innova Crysta are the benchmark seven seat MPVs for long journeys. The new Urban Cruiser Ebella brings Toyota into the electric SUV space within this budget.

Renault Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Renault's Duster range fits this budget in full. The petrol Iconic DCT brings ADAS and a 360 degree camera for ₹18.49 lakh, while the Duster Hybrid Emotion adds ventilated seats to a 29 kmpl strong hybrid for ₹19.49 lakh.

Volkswagen Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Volkswagen's Virtus sedan and Taigun SUV reach their sporty GT and range topping trims at this budget, pairing the punchy turbo petrol engine with a full features list. Both keep the planted, German feel and strong crash safety that define the brand.

Honda Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Honda stands for refined, reliable petrol cars. The Elevate compact SUV and the City midsize sedan both come in their top trims here, and the City's smooth petrol hybrid returns superb mileage. A polished CVT automatic and strong resale value round off the appeal.

Honda City in white, seen from the front

Midsize Sedan

Honda City

₹11.99 Lakh to ₹21.35 Lakh ex-showroom

On-road in Bangalore from ₹14.84 Lakh

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Jeep Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Jeep brings genuine off-road pedigree with two rugged SUVs. The Compass is a premium and capable midsize SUV, while the larger seven seat Meridian adds a third row and more luxury. Both use strong diesel engines and offer proper four wheel drive for tough terrain.

Nissan Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Nissan's Tekton fits this budget in every version, up to the Tekna+ T280 DCT at ₹18.59 lakh. That top trim adds Google built-in, a 3D around view monitor, a powered tailgate and 17 ADAS functions.

Skoda Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Skoda offers a solid European build in the Slavia sedan and Kushaq SUV. In this bracket you can have their range topping Monte Carlo and top trims, with the strongest turbo petrol engine and the most kit. You keep the safe, planted feel the brand is known for.

Citroen Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

Citroen's e-C3 is an affordable, roomy electric hatchback with a comfortable ride and very low running costs. It is the easy, budget friendly EV on this list, ideal as a relaxed city car or an electric second car for the family.

BYD Cars Under ₹25 Lakh

BYD, a global leader in electric cars, brings the Atto 3, a well built electric SUV with a long real world range and quick charging. It is a technology rich, zero emission choice for buyers ready to go fully electric at this budget.

Which premium SUV should you buy under ₹25 lakh?

This budget is full of desirable SUVs, so start with what matters most. For a fully loaded midsize SUV, the Tata Harrier, Mahindra XUV 7XO and Kia Seltos top trims are hard to beat. For seven seats and presence, look at the Tata Safari, Mahindra Scorpio N and Jeep Meridian. If you want to go electric, the Hyundai Creta EV, Tata Harrier EV, Mahindra XEV 9e and BYD Atto 3 all offer long range at this price.

Are big seven seaters worth it under ₹25 lakh?

If you regularly carry six or seven people, yes. The Toyota Innova Hycross and Innova Crysta are the benchmarks for comfort and durability, and the Maruti Invicto adds a plush cabin. The Jeep Meridian and Mahindra Scorpio N mix seven seats with real road presence. If you rarely use the third row, a roomy five seat SUV will drive better and cost less to run.

Cars Under 25 Lakh: common questions

Which is the best luxury SUV under 25 lakh?

For a premium feel, the Tata Harrier and Safari, Mahindra XUV 7XO and Jeep Meridian offer big, well finished cabins and plenty of kit. If you want a badge with genuine off-road pedigree, the Jeep Compass and Meridian stand out, while the BYD Atto 3 gives a high tech, fully electric alternative.

Which electric SUV has the longest range under 25 lakh?

The BYD Atto 3, Tata Harrier EV and Mahindra XEV 9e lead on range, with claimed figures well beyond 450 kilometres, and the Hyundai Creta EV long range is close behind. Real world range is usually lower, but any of these comfortably covers daily city and regional driving on a single charge.

Is the Toyota Innova Hycross or Crysta better?

The Innova Crysta uses a proven diesel engine and is the tougher, more rugged choice for very high running and rough roads. The newer Innova Hycross is more refined, more feature rich and far more fuel efficient thanks to its petrol hybrid. Pick the Crysta for hard duty, the Hycross for comfort and mileage.

Which cars under 25 lakh have all wheel drive?

Four and all wheel drive is available on the Jeep Compass and Meridian, the Mahindra Thar, Thar Roxx and Scorpio N, and some higher trims of the Mahindra XUV 7XO. These are the cars to look at if you need extra grip for hills, mud or snow rather than only tarmac.

Which is the best car under 25 lakh for long highway trips?

For big distances in comfort, the Toyota Innova Hycross and Crysta, the Tata Safari and Harrier, and the Jeep Meridian are excellent, with roomy cabins and strong, relaxed engines. A hybrid like the Hycross or a diesel SUV keeps fuel stops rare, which matters most on long drives.

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