Everyone wants to get a car with great features at a low price. Budget cars in India usually start at the Rs 4 lakh. But do you know that the if you spend only Rs 25,000 to 30,000 more, you will not be only get a car with better features but can also buy a car with a 4-star rating in terms of safety.
Companies like Maruti Suzuki are famous for low-budget cars, but brands like Renault and Citroen have also introduced some good options in this segment.
Challenges of cheap cars
Safety features are often lacking in cheap cars. The material used in them can also prove to be more dangerous during an accident. You must have often read about such incidents in the news. Therefore, spending a little more and choosing a safe option can be a wise move.
Get 4-star safety by paying 30 thousand extra
If we look at low-budget cars in the India, the Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 is a popular option. Its starting ex-showroom price is Rs 3.99 lakh, but it does not get any safety rating. On the other hand, the Renault Kwid starts at Rs 4.70 lakh (ex-showroom). However, this car is also weak in terms of safety and has only a 1-star Global NCAP rating.
Now if only Rs 30,000 more is added to the price of Renault Kwid, then you can buy the base model of Tata Tiago. The ex-showroom price of Tata Tiago is Rs 4.99 lakh and it has got a 4-star Global NCAP rating in terms of safety.
If you are thinking of buying a car on a low budget, then by spending a little extra you can choose not only a car with better features but also a more safe car. Options like Tata Tiago are great for those who want an affordable but safe car.