Best Compact SUV Under 12 Lakh: From Hyundai Creta To Skoda Kushaq To Kia Seltos, Cars That You Should Consider

SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicles) have been witnessing a significant demand in the automobile industry of India. SUVs have been becoming a more popular choice due to their strong and aggressive road presence. SUVs are also segregated into categories such full-size SUVs, mid-size SUVs and sub-four metre SUVs. Mid-size SUVs have specifically gained more popularity as they are more affordable than full-size SUVs. Here’s a list of some popular mid-size SUVs available in India under Rs 12 lakh. 

Hyundai Creta 

Prices - Hyundai Creta is available at a starting price of Rs 10.87 lakh (ex-showroom). 

Engine Specs - It is powered by either a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine or a 1.5-litre diesel engine. Both engines churn a power output of 115 bhp/144 Nm of torque and 116 bhp/250 Nm of torque respectively. 

Features - Notable features on the Hyundai Creta include a semi-digital instrument cluster, a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, an 8-way power-adjustable driver seat and ventilated front seats.

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Skoda Kushaq

Prices - Skoda Kushaq is available at a starting price of Rs 10.89 lakh (ex-showroom). 

Engine Specs - It is powered by either a 1-litre three-cylinder engine or a 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged engine. Both engines churn a power output of 115 bhp/178 Nm of torque and 150 bhp/250 Nm of torque respectively. 

Features -  Notable features on the Skoda Kushaq include a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system, an 8-inch digital driver display, a single-pane sunroof, ventilated front seats, powered driver and co-driver seat, illuminated footwell, 6-speaker sound system with a subwoofer and wireless phone charging.

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder

Prices - Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder is available at a starting price of Rs 10.86 lakh (ex-showroom). 

Engine Specs - It is powered by either a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid powertrain or a 1.5-litre strong-hybrid powertrain. Both these configurations can churn a power output of 103 bhp and 116 bhp respectively. 

Features - Notable features equipped in the Urban Cruiser Hyryder include a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment unit, ventilated front seats, smartphone and smartwatch connectivity, ambient lighting, paddle shifters, heads-up display, wireless phone charger and panoramic sunroof.

Kia Seltos 

Prices - Kia Seltos is available at a starting price of Rs 10.9 lakh (ex-showroom). 

Engine Specs - It is available with three engine options - a 1.5-litre petrol, a 1.5-litre diesel and a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine. All these three engines produce a power output of 115 bhp/ 144 Nm, 116 bhp / 250 Nm and 160 bhp / 253 Nm respectively. 

Features - Notable features within the Kia Seltos are two 10.25-inch displays (digital driver’s display and touchscreen infotainment), dual-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, air purifier, ambient lighting, LED sound mood lighting, heads-up display and ventilated front seats.

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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

Prices -  Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara is available at a starting price of Rs 10.7 lakh (ex-showroom). 

Engine Specs - It is powered by either a 1.5-litre mild-hybrid powertrain or a 1.5-litre strong-hybrid powertrain. Both these configurations can churn a power output of 103 bhp and 116 bhp respectively. 

Features - Features onboard the Grand Vitara are a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a 7-inch digital driver display, panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, a wireless phone charger, ventilated front seats and a heads-up display.