Best Cars Under Rs 20 Lakh in India: From Volkswagen Virtus to Verna

Best Cars Under Rs 20 Lakh in India: The sedan segment in the Indian market is no longer as wide as it once was, yet there are select models available that offer a great balance of premium space and performance. While it is a popular choice among executives and buyers who want a more spacious and luxurious cabin experience, over time compact SUVs have taken over sales in this segment. Still, a few options remain that are feature-packed and deliver great performance. Popular choices among buyers include the Honda City, Maruti Suzuki Ciaz and others. Here is a list of the best sedan cars under Rs 20 lakh in India that you can consider:

Volkswagen Virtus

The first sedan on the list that you can consider is the Volkswagen Virtus. It has German character, is built on the MQB A0 IN platform and has achieved a five-star safety rating in the Global NCAP. This car has a good feature list, which includes a sunroof, a wireless charger, and more. You can choose Volkswagen Virtuals with a 1.0 liter turbo petrol engine or a 1.5 liter turbo petrol engine, both with a manual or automatic gearbox. Since it has a 1.5 liter turbo petrol engine, Volkswagen offers cylinder-deactivation technology, which switches off two of the engine's cylinders to increase fuel efficiency. Volkswagen Virtus prices start at Rs 13.14 lakh (on-road, Noida) for the base variant.

Honda City

If you are looking for an executive sedan that has a subtle exterior design and great cabin space, then you can consider the Honda City. It is one of the oldest sedans in the segment, but with the competition offering more features and engine options, it looks a bit dated. Level-1 ADAS, a blind spot camera, automatic climate control and other convenience features are available in the City. Honda offers the City with a sole 1.5 liter NA petrol engine, mated to either a manual or automatic gearbox. Honda City prices start at Rs 13.92 Lakh (on-road, Noida) for the base variant.

Hyundai Verna

The second oldest sedan in the segment is the Hyundai Verna. It is feature-rich, with a comfortable cabin and two engine options available. Hyundai offers it with a sunroof, automatic climate control, level-2 ADAS, a 360-degree parking camera, ambient lighting and more. Although the exterior design is a bit subjective, it has great ride quality and multiple color options available. The Verna comes with 1.5 liter NA petrol and 1.5 liter turbo petrol engines, mated to a manual or automatic gearbox.

Toyota Hayrider

Toyota Hayrider has gained popularity among the buyers in the budget of Rs 20 lakh. Although it wears the badge of reliability and has low maintenance costs, the Hayrider and the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara have many similarities. The Hayrider is equipped with a host of features, comes in different color options and can be opted for with naturally aspirated petrol and CNG options as well as an AWD setup. Additionally, you can also choose the stronger hybrid variant, which offers higher fuel efficiency. Toyota Hayrider on-road prices start from Rs 12.88 Lakh in Noida.

Volkswagen Taigun

Since there are many SUVs from Japanese and South Korean automakers available under Rs 20 lakh, you can go for the German SUV if you are looking for a better driving feel and performance. The Volkswagen Taigun is an underrated option in its segment. It is built on the MQB A0 IN platform, which may be a little less in terms of features, but what is important is its driving feel. The Taigun has German driving characteristics and ample boot space available. You can choose it with a 1.0 liter or 1.5 liter turbo petrol engine. On-road prices for the base variant of the Volkswagen Taigun in Noida start from Rs 13.41 Lakh.

Mahindra Scorpio 

The Mahindra Scorpio is known for its masculine design, boxy silhouette, and imposing road presence. It remains a favorite among buyers after the Hyundai Creta. The company offers it in two attractive variants—the Scorpio Classic and Scorpio N. While the Classic version has a raw and adventurous vibe, the N model offers a more refined, tech-savvy, and contemporary feel. The Scorpio Classic comes only with a diesel engine (2.2L mHawk, 132 PS), while the Scorpio N offers 2.0L turbo petrol (200 PS) or diesel options, along with the exciting option of a 4x4 system. On-road price of the base variant in Noida: Scorpio Classic starts at Rs 15.42 lakh, and Scorpio N starts at Rs 15.68 lakh.