Turbo petrol SUVs under Rs 10 lakh in India: Skoda Kylaq, Venue and more

Turbo-petrol engines are becoming increasingly popular in India, offering a mix of stronger performance and fuel efficiency. By using forced induction, these engines produce higher power and torque from smaller capacities, improving acceleration and responsiveness while maintaining competitive efficiency. This makes them suitable for varied conditions, including city traffic and highway driving. Automakers have begun replacing larger naturally aspirated petrol engines with smaller turbo-petrol units to meet stricter emission norms and improve performance. In this article, let’s take a look at turbo petrol SUVs under Rs 10 lakh. Tata Nexon, 1.2-litre turbo petrolRs 7.3 lakh (ex-showroom) The first SUV on the list is the Tata Nexon turbo petrol with prices starting from Rs 7.3 lakh (ex-showroom). The Nexon turbo petrol is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder, turbo petrol with 120 hp of power and 170 nm torque. Gearbox options include a 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 6-speed AMT and a DCT automatic gearbox. The Nexon turbo petrol is offered in a total of eight variants with prices ranging between Rs 7.3 lakh and Rs 10 lakh (both prices ex-showroom). The top-spec Nexon gets features such as In terms of features, the Nexon gets a 10.25-inch floating touchscreen infotainment system, 10.25-inch instrument cluster, 360-degree camera, connected car tech, a wireless charger, ventilated front seats, an air purifier, 8-speaker JBL sound system, wireless charger, cruise control and more. In terms of safety, it gets six airbags as standard across the range, ESC, three-point seat belts for all passengers, ISOFIX, TPMS, front parking sensor, blind view monitor and more.

Skoda Kylaq, 1.0-litre turbo petrol Rs 7.6 lakh (ex-showroom)Second on the list is the Skoda Kylaq turbo petrol priced from Rs 7.6 lakh (ex-showroom). The sub-compact SUV is offered in a single 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbo petrol engine with 115 hp of power and 178 nm of torque. Gearbox options will include a 6-speed torque converter and a 6-speed manual gearbox. The same engine also does the duty in the Skoda Kushaq, Slavia, VW Virtus and Taigun. The Kylaq is offered in four variants – Classic, Signature, Signature Plus, and Prestige. In terms of features, it gets an 8.0-inch fully digital cluster, a 10.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, connected car tech, powered front seats, a 2-spoke steering wheel, semi-leatherette seat upholstery, a single-pane sunroof, ventilated seats, ambient lighting, and a six-speaker Canton sound system. Safety-wise, it gets six airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, ISOFIX child seat mounts, three-point seatbelts for all occupants, a reverse parking camera with sensors and more.

Tata Punch, 1.2-litre turbo Rs 8.3 lakh (ex-showroom) Another Tata SUV on the list is the recently launched Tata Punch. The Punch turbo is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine producing 120 PS of power and 170 Nm of torque, paired with a 6-speed manual. The Punch turbo will be offered in two variants – Adventure and Accomplished priced at Rs 8.3 lakh and Rs 9.8 lakh, respectively (ex-showroom). Features-wise, it gets a free-standing 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a two-spoke steering wheel with illuminated elements. Below this are touch-based air-conditioning controls, with toggles to adjust fan speed and temperature. Other features include a digital instrument cluster, single-pane sunroof, automatic climate control, premium sound system, cruise control, push-button start/stop, and more. On the safety front, the 2026 Tata Punch gets six airbags, ESC, ABS, TPMS, a 360-degree camera, reverse parking sensors, and more.Kia Syros, 1.0-litre turbo petrol Rs 8.7 lakh (ex-showroom)Next is the Kia Syros turbo, it’s powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder, turbo-petrol engine which puts out 120hp of power and 172Nm torque. It comes paired with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT. Features wise, it gets dual 12.3-inch displays for the infotainment system and instrument cluster, wireless charger, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, OTA updates, connected car tech, ventilated front seats, a powered driver’s seat, an 8-speaker Harman Kardon sound system, a panoramic sunroof, electronic parking brake, reclining and sliding second-row seats with centre armrest and a 60:40 split-folding function, six airbags, a 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS suite which includes features such as adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring and a lot more.Nissan Magnite and Renault KigerThe next set of SUVs on the list is Nissan Magnite turbo and Renault Kiger turbo, priced from Rs 8.7 lakh and Rs 9.3 lakh, respectively (ex-showroom). The Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger are built on the same CMF-A+ platform, as part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Both SUVs share the same engine options, gearboxes, and key mechanical components, along with several structural and interior elements. The SUVs are powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder engine, which puts out 100hp and 152Nm of torque and can be paired to a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT gearbox. Kia Sonet, 1.0-litre turbo petrolRs 8.8 lakh (ex-showroom)Next is the Kia Sonet turbo petrol priced from Rs 8.8 lakh (ex-showroom). The Sonet turbo petrol is powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbo petrol with 120 hp power paired with a manual or a DCT gearbox option. Features include a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, digital instrument cluster, leatherette upholstery, ambient lighting, ventilated front seats, cruise control, an air purifier, a Bose audio system, UVO-connected car tech, wireless phone charger and much more. Talking about safety, it gets camera-based ADAS, six airbags, ESC, front and rear parking sensors and much more.Hyundai Venue, 1.0-litre turbo petrol Rs 8.9 lakh (ex-showroom)Next on the list is the Hyundai Venue, it’s powered by a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit that makes 120 hp and 172 Nm, offered with a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. Features-wise, the new Venue gets twin 12.3-inch displays, ventilated front seats, a wireless charging pad, push-button start with a smart key, an 8-speaker Bose sound system, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, auto dimming IRVM, four-way electric adjustment for driver seat, cooled glovebox, rear AC vents with Type C ports, rear sunshade, and a sunroof. Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Toyota Taisor The next set of turbo petrol SUVs are Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Toyota Taisor priced from Rs 8.9 lakh and Rs 10 lakh, respectively (ex-showroom). Both cars are developed under the Suzuki-Toyota partnership, and both models use identical engine options, transmissions, and core mechanical components, along with several structural and interior elements. The Fronx and Taisor are powered by a 1.0-litre Boosterjet turbo-petrol engine with 100hp and 148Nm of torque and are paired either with a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic gearbox.