1. Renault Kwid EV | Expected Launch Date: January 2025
The Renault Kwid promises to bring you the feel of a hatchback with the look of an SUV. This model has automatic and manual transmission options, multiple comfortable features, and safety technology. Its exceptional features include power steering, a multi-function steering wheel, ABS, etc.
Key Specifications:
⦁ Engine Displacement: 999 cc
⦁ Transmission: Automatic / Manual
⦁ Body Type: Hatchback
⦁ Seating Capacity: 5
⦁ Colours Available: Ice Cool White, Fiery Red, Metal Mustard, Moonlight Silver, Outback Bronze, Zanskar Blue.
2. Honda Amaze 2025 | Expected Launch Date: January 2025
Honda will introduce this budget-friendly sedan to the Indian market in January 2025. With its stylish look and comfortable features, the Honda Amaze 2025 is one of the best-performing cars in this price segment.
Key Specifications:
⦁ Engine Displacement: 1199 cc
⦁ Transmission: Manual
⦁ Body Type: Sedan
⦁ Seating Capacity: 5
⦁ Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
3. BYD Seagull | Expected Launch Date: July 2024
The Seagull is expected to have two battery pack choices: 30kWh and 38kWh, hooked to 72 PS and 100 PS motors, respectively. The ranges provided could be 305 km and 405 km, respectively.
Key Specifications:
- Battery Capacity: 30kWh/38 kWh
- Transmission: Automatic
- Body Type: Hatchback
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
4. Nissan Compact SUV | Expected Launch Date: January 2025
In partnership with Renault, Nissan is soon about to launch an SUV, the Compact SUV. It is expected to have the same powertrain as the Renault Duster. It will also have advanced features like a large touchscreen display, climate control, wireless phone charging, and many more.
Key Specifications:
- Engine displacement: 1461cc (Petrol)
- Transmission: Manual
- Body Type: SUV
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
5. MG 3 | Expected Launch Date: February 2025
The MG 3 is a stylish hatchback that will be on the market in February 2025. It is budget-friendly and loaded with features. It offers a comfortable ride and smart outlook at its best in this price range.
Key Specifications:
⦁ Engine Displacement: 1498 cc
⦁ Transmission: Manual
⦁ Body Type: Hatchback
⦁ Seating Capacity: 5
⦁ Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
6. Kia Carens 2025 | Expected Launch Date: February 2025
This SUV, which will be launched in 2025, features a 360-degree camera, a single-pane sunroof, a digital instrument cluster, a touchscreen infotainment system of 10.25 inches, ventilated front seats, and more.
It offers the features of both an SUV and an MPV and offers a stylish appeal. Known for its safety features like adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring, emergency braking, etc., the face-lifted Kia Carens will rule in the upcoming years.
Key Specifications:
⦁ Engine Displacement: 1497 cc
⦁ Transmission: Manual
⦁ Body Type: SUV
⦁ Seating Capacity: 6/7
⦁ Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
7. MG Astor 2025 | Expected Launch Date: March 2025
MG Astor will enter the Indian market in 2025 with more features and an upgraded look. This SUV will be available in 6 attractive colours, offering a sportier look and enhanced safety features. Some of the safety technologies of this model include active emergency braking, rear crossing traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, etc.
Key Specifications:
⦁ Engine Displacement: 1349 cc
⦁ Transmission: Manual
⦁ Body Type: SUV
⦁ Seating Capacity: 5
⦁ Colours Available: Black Pearl, Arctic White, Monument Silver, Battersea Blue, Hampstead Grey, Dynamic Red
8. Jeep Sub-4m SUV | Expected Launch Date: May 2025
Jeep has confirmed that it will be launching its sub-4m SUV in India. It is expected to be based on PSA Group’s common modular platform (CMP). A 1.0-litre turbo-petrol (120PS) engine is expected to be offered in European countries.
Jeep could also offer its first sub-4m SUV with PSA’s 1.2-litre turbo-petrol unit. What’s more, it could also come with a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Key Specifications:
- Engine displacement: 1998cc (Diesel)
- Transmission: Manual
- Body Type: SUV
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
9. Renault Duster 2025 | Expected Launch Date: October 2025
The new-gen Duster comes with three powertrain options: a 130 PS, 1.2-litre turbo-petrol powertrain paired to a 48 V mild hybrid system, a potent hybrid 140 PS 1.6-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine paired to 2 electric motors powered by a 1.2kWh battery pack, and the third is a combination of petrol and LPG. The 1.2-litre unit is offered with a 6-speed transmission powering all four wheels.
Key Specifications:
- Engine displacement: 1499cc (Petrol)
- Transmission: Manual/Automatic
- Body Type: SUV
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
10. Volkswagen Tera SUV | Expected Launch Date: March 2026
The all-new Volkswagen Tera SUV offers a signature look and convenient technology. It features dual digital screens, powered front seats, climate control, and more. This SUV produces 114bhp and 178Nm. This model also features ISOFIX child seat mounting points, 6 to 8 airbags, ABS with EBD, and a traction control programme for safety.
Key Specifications:
⦁ Engine Displacement: Not Announced Yet
⦁ Transmission: Automatic / Manual
⦁ Body Type: SUV
⦁ Seating Capacity: No Announced Yer
⦁ Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
11. Renault Kardian | Expected Launch Date: June 2026
The Renault Kardian has been unveiled globally. It is expected to have a 1-litre 3-cylinder turbo-petrol engine, which makes 120PS and 220Nm. It is also hooked to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The car is supposed to be launched in India in 2026.
Key Specifications:
- Engine displacement: 1199cc (Petrol)
- Transmission: Manual
- Body Type: SUV
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
12. Hyundai Inster | Expected Launch Date: June 2026
The smallest EV in Hyundai’s bucket, this SUV will enter the Indian market in 2026. Some of its exceptional features include a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display and touchscreen infotainment, wireless phone charger, heated steering wheel, and 64-colour ambient lighting.
Key Specifications:
⦁ Battery Capacity: 42 kWh or 49 kWh
⦁ Transmission: Automatic
⦁ Body Type: SUV
⦁ Seating Capacity: 4
⦁ Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
13. Maruti Fronx EV|Expected Launch Date: March 2027
The all-new Maruti Fronx EV will be available at a starting price of ₹12 Lakh. You can expect this model in the Indian market by March 2027. Maruti Fronx EV features an automatic transmission and is designed with an SUV body type.
Key Specifications:
⦁ Battery Capacity: Not Announced Yet
⦁ transmission: Automatic
⦁ Body type: SUV
⦁ Seating Capacity: Not Announced yet
⦁ Colours Available: Not Announced yet
14. Hyundai Stargazer | Expected Launch Date: Not Announced Yet
The Hyundai Stargazer features a full-length LED light, star-shaped alloy wheels, a large infotainment system with smartphone connectivity, a digital instrument cluster, automatic climate control, and a wireless charger. It also has an advanced ADAS suite for safety.
This car boasts a powerful 1499 cc petrol engine that comes with both manual and automatic transmission options.
Key Specifications:
- Engine displacement: 1499 cc
- Transmission: Manual
- Fuel type: Petrol
- Body Type: MUV
- Seating Capacity: Not Announced Yet
- Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
15. Jeep Renegade | Expected Launch Date: Not Announced Yet
If you are looking for a modern and reliable SUV, the Jeep Renegade might be the right choice for you. It is expected to be powered by the 2.0-litre diesel and the 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine.
It offers a range of features that include the following: an up to 8.4-inch Uconnect infotainment system, a panoramic and removable sunroof, driving modes, up to 18-inch wheels, and LED head- and tail lamps.
Key Specifications:
- Engine displacement: 1398 cc
- Transmission: Automatic
- Fuel type: Petrol
- Body Type: SUV
- Seating Capacity: Not Announced Yet
- Colours Available: Not Announced Yet
This is from our end of the list of upcoming cars under ₹15 Lakh in India. Hope you choose the right one for you!
Also, obtaining third-party car insurance coverage is advisable to ensure financial security in case of a mishap.
