Let’s speak about the car’s interior. Adorned with black and beige layout, it comes with segment first tilt adjustable steering.5-3.14 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)Further solidifying the Alto clan’s supremacy, the Alto K10 is a more powerful version of the Alto 800. Apart from the manual, it comes with an AMT version as well. The AC works really well and cools the cabin in a short span of time. No Bluetooth on offer though. The Alto 800 is a narrow car, the width is even smaller than that of the Nano’s, in turn calling for tight rear cabin space.9kmpl. Why buy – looks, premium interiors, space and after salesWhy not – lighter steering on highways and slightly higher NVH levelsSource: CarDekho. The Alto K10’s appearance is aggressive and looks proportionate, unlike the Alto 800.To make the car selection process a bit easier for you, we have handpicked top six cars under the price tag of Rs 4 lakh.8 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)Recently facelifted the Alto 800 has been a marathon car for India’s largest passenger carmaker -- Maruti.Why buy – easy manoeuvring, space, strong AC, fuel efficiency, city driving, ground clearance and AMT Why not – underpowered engine, highway driving stability and sub-standard plastic quality Maruti Alto 800 - Rs 2.To make the car selection process a bit easier for you, we have handpicked top six cars under the price tag of Rs 4 lakh. The 1.

The 300 litres of the boot space is the largest in the segment.1kmpl.07kmpl. The openable boot is a big plus in the Nano, though it’s just 94 litres. It is one of the more sober looking cars amongst its quirky and contemporarily styled competitors. With respect to dimensions, it’s the second widest car (1647mm) in the segment after the Hyundai Grand i10. Nowadays, it's difficult to pick one car from a long list of brands -- from the newly launched Datsun redi-GO, Tata Tiago or the hot-selling Maruti Alto K10 and Alto 800. Though, not one of the greatest looking cars, it is still an all-rounder that every Indian entry level buyer opts for. The South Korean hatch is a looker with plenty of aerodynamic curves flowing across its body.0 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)When it comes to listing down affordable cars, the Tata Nano’s name is bound to appear.7 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)Undoubtedly, the Renault Kwid has received an overwhelming response from the Indian buyers.0-litre K-Series petrol engine which belts out 68PS and 90Nm of torque. As the name water jet loom suggests, the Alto 800 is powered by a 796cc engine which pumps out 48PS of power and 69Nm of max torque. With the SUV-esque body, the Kwid gets cladding and muscular elements which no other car offers in the segment.2-litre Revotron engine belts out 85PS of power and 114Nm of torque and returns a decent fuel economy of 23. The lower capacity engine churns out 55PS of power and 74. The cabin looks futuristic and is more than just a basic box.

It’s available in petrol as well as diesel options, but if your budget is limited to Rs 4 lakh, you can only opt for the petrol variant. The interior comes with dual tone upholstery, with improved plastic quality compared to the 800. It also offers more headroom comparatively.If you are willing to buy a car and all you have is Rs 4 lakh then here’s a list of cars that you can pick from.8 and a 1. The build quality is better than the segment leader Alto and even the space offered is more.5 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)Tata’s latest offering in the small car category, the , has been in news because of its value for money quotient. On the exterior front, the Nano is a decently styled car with a short bonnet and tall boy design which provides the driver a good view of the road.

This provides some additional space within the cabin, but the rear bench is still best for two adults and a child. It might not have beaten the sales cruncher -- the Alto, nor has it stormed the record books, but the Eon certainly has impressed those who are ready to look beyond Maruti. Linked to a five-speed manual/ Automated Manual transmission, the car returns an impressive fuel economy of 21. Why buy – looks, fuel efficiency, space, features, style statement and AMTWhy not – underpowered engine, lack of proper service network (although, it’s improving)Tata Tiago – Rs 3. Despite being a decade old, the exterior by no means look dated. The car is aesthetically pleasing and has been the talk of the town. Why buy – design, fuel efficiency, city driving and featuresWhy not – no AMT and rear AC ventsHyundai Eon – Rs 3. The exterior, as said earlier, is not very inspiring with wedge shaped grille at the front, while the headlamps now get an orange tinge on the reflectors. The music system supports CD, radio, USB and AUX.3-4. The redesigned bumper, sharp headlamps, prominent shoulder line are some of the characters which differentiate the K10 from its cousin. The raised stance helps in easy ingress and egress from the car. The compact dimensions of the car helps in easy manoeuvring and parking it in tight spots. A ground clearance of 170mm ensures it works fairly well in tackling small humps. With a ground clearance of 170mm, the Eon sits higher than the Alto.Powered by a small 624cc engine, it generates 38PS of max power and 51Nm of peak torque. The rear space is also better than its competitors. The Eon is available in a 0. On top of it, the massive 190mm of ground clearance just eases things further. Not only restricted to power, the differences with the 800 boil down to exterior, interior arrangement and ride quality. If you are still not pleased with its styling and want it to appear as ‘only yours’, then have no fear, as Renault offers an array of accessories to personalise your Kwid. Launched in September last year, the manufacturer is selling nearly 10k units each month.

The boot space of 240 litres is marginally behind the Grand i10’s 256 litres.7 lakh.17kmpl.2-5. The seating position is low compared to other cars in comparison.Under the bonnet, the K10 holds a 1. Coupled to a five-speed manual/AMT transmission, the Renault hatch is powered by a 799cc engine which pumps out 54PS and 72Nm of torque.5 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi)The Hyundai Eon has been an unsung hero in the entry level segment. With so many options, buyers can get easily confused as all of them are good in their own way. A chilled glove box and the availability of additional storage spaces are some of the other convenient features on offer in the Tiago. The compact dimensions make it easy to manoeuvre in city’s bumper-to-bumper traffic. Interiors of the Nano are very spacious and can comfortably seat four occupants. It delivers an excellent fuel economy of 25. With features such as an all-digital dashboard and a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, USB, AUX and Bluetooth connectivity, it’s hard to believe that the Kwid’s starting price is just Rs 2. You can seat four occupants, but don’t think of accommodating a fifth one. Overall the cabin is basic and seat comfort is mere average. The boot is decently sized at 177 litres.84kmpl.Why buy – performance, AC, fuel efficiency, city driving, after sales service and AMT (comes with an additional charge of Rs 10,000 above the said price of Rs 4 lakh) Why not – rear seat spaceRenault Kwid – Rs 2. It delivers an impressive fuel economy of 22. The AC is a chiller and cools the car in no time, even in scorching heat.com. This small car offers a mileage of 24.5Nm of torque. The car takes a leap from all the previous Tata cars offered in the hatch segment and is quite refreshing inside-out. At the front, the Tiago gets sweptback, smoked headlamps and a ‘Humanity Line’ along with neatly placed chrome-lined fog lamps. The comfort too is satisfactory, if not great. But it’s not only the price that makes it a comprehensive bet, its spacious interiors and class leading fuel economy are some of the other factors contributing towards the Nano’s success. Interestingly, the cabin colour code changes as per the car’s paint job.Why buy - fuel efficiency, city driving and after sales serviceWhy not – rear space, no automatic and looks (or rather lack of it)Maruti Alto K10 – Rs 3. A sharp character line runs through the side and meets the wraparound tail lamps. Although, it has no automatic avatar.1-3. It returns a mileage of 21.7-3.With an excellent ground clearance of 180mm, the car swiftly tackles the occasional bumps. Seats are well-cushioned, but the angle of the rear seats is upright, not suitable for long journeys. The seats offer excellent comfort and under thigh support – a trait missing in this segment.74kmpl.0-litre engine options, however, the latter goes beyond the Rs 4 lakh mark. It gets some segment first features such as an 8-speaker sound system by Harman, Multi drive modes, Smartphone apps developed specifically for the Tiago, turn-by-turn navigation and Juke car app among others.29-4.Tata Nano – Rs 2