The Global New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP) ratings provide valuable insights into the safety performances of various vehicles, which remains a top priority for Indian car buyeRs As the automotive landscape evolves, several cars including hatchbacks, compact SUVs and sedans, all priced under 10 lakh, have emerged as the safest options for Indian consumeRs Let's take a look at the top contenders based on their Global NCAP scores.

Tata Punch

Tata's compact SUV, the Punch, stands out as a safety leader in the segment, with a 5-star Global NCAP rating. The Punch demonstrates its commitment to passenger safety by scoring a remarkable 16.45 out of 17 points in adult occupancy and 40.89 out of 49 points in child occupancy. The Punch is not only safe but also affordable, with prices ranging from Rs 5.82 lakh to Rs 9.48 lakh.

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Mahindra XUV300

The Mahindra XUV300 is another worthy contender, with a commendable 5-star Global NCAP rating. The XUV300 demonstrates its occupant safety with a score of 16.42 out of 17 in adult occupancy and 41.66 out of 49 in child occupancy. The XUV300, priced between Rs 8.42 lakh and Rs 12.38 lakh, provides safety without sacrificing style or performance.

Tata Altroz

Tata's Altroz earns a 5-star Global NCAP rating, with a score of 16.13 in adult occupancy. While it excels in terms of safety, it only receives three stars for child occupants, earning a 29.00 rating out of 49. The Altroz is a smart choice for safety-conscious buyers, with prices ranging from Rs 6.20 lakh to Rs 10.15 lakh.

Tata Nexon

Tata's Nexon has a 5-star Global NCAP rating, with a score of 16.06 out of 17 for adult occupants and a score of 25.00 out of 49 for child occupants. The Nexon combines affordability and safety with a price range ranging from Rs 7.54 lakh to Rs 13.80 lakh.

Tata Tigor

The Tata Tigor, which is available in both ICE and EV variants, earns a solid 4-star Global NCAP rating for adult occupants, with ratings of 12.52 (ICE) and 12 (EV) out of 17. It has a 3-star rating for child occupants and bagged 34.15 points out of 39. The Tigor, which costs between Rs 5.97 lakh and Rs 8.56 lakh, strikes a balance between safety and efficiency.

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Meanwhile, India has launched its Bharat NCAP crash test programme, through which the company will be able to test the safety of its vehicles. The BNCAP, like the global NCAP, assigns a star rating from 1 to 5, with 1 being the lowest.