Turbo-petrol engines are no longer limited to premium cars. Several automakers now offer powerful yet affordable turbocharged models priced below ₹10 lakh (ex-showroom). These vehicles combine strong performance, modern features and competitive pricing, making them attractive options for budget-conscious buyers. Here’s a look at some of the popular choices.
1. Tata Nexon Turbo Petrol
Starting Price: ₹7.3 lakh (ex-showroom)
The Tata Nexon Turbo Petrol is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged engine that produces 120 hp and 170 Nm of torque. Buyers can choose from multiple gearbox options, including a 5-speed manual, 6-speed manual, 6-speed AMT and a DCT automatic.
Available in several variants, the Nexon Turbo Petrol range goes up to around ₹10 lakh (ex-showroom), offering flexibility for different budgets.
2. Skoda Kylaq Turbo Petrol
Starting Price: ₹7.6 lakh (ex-showroom)
This subcompact SUV comes equipped with a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine delivering 115 hp and 178 Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic.
The same 1.0-litre turbo engine is also used in models like the Skoda Kushaq, Skoda Slavia, Volkswagen Virtus and Volkswagen Taigun.
3. Tata Punch Turbo
Starting Price: Around ₹8.3 lakh (ex-showroom)
The recently introduced Punch Turbo uses a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine generating 120 PS and 170 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
The model is offered in two variants — Adventure and Accomplished — with prices going up to approximately ₹9.8 lakh (ex-showroom).
4. Kia Syros Turbo
Starting Price: ₹8.7 lakh (ex-showroom)
The Kia Syros Turbo features a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine producing 120 hp and 172 Nm of torque. It comes with either a 6-speed manual or a 7-speed DCT gearbox.
Key features include dual 12.3-inch displays, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a wireless charger, connected car technology, OTA updates and ventilated front seats.
5. Nissan Magnite Turbo
Starting Price: ₹8.7 lakh (ex-showroom)
Built on the CMF-A+ platform, the Nissan Magnite is powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine producing 100 hp and 152 Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a CVT automatic gearbox.
