Explore Top 10 Cheapest Automatic Cars in India for 2026

In today's times with heavy traffic and congested roads, customers want their vehicles to offer more tech and convenience features. One such convenient feature is an automatic gearbox, which is now hugely popular in metro cities. Multiple types of automatic gearboxes including AMT, torque convertor, CVT and dual-clutch are available in our market. However, AMT gearbox is most common that is offered on budget-friendly cars in the country. 

If you are looking to drive home a New Car, here is a look at the most affordable automatic gearbox equipped models on sale in the country.
 

Top 10 Cheapest Automatic Cars in India 
 

Automatic Cars	On-Road Price
Maruti Suzuki Alto K10	5.56 lakh - 5.85 lakh
Renault Kwid	5.45 lakh - 6.45 lakh
Maruti Suzuki S-Presso	5.71 lakh - 6 lakh
Maruti Suzuki Celerio	6.33 lakh - 7.09 lakh
Maruti Suzuki WagonR	6.50 lakh - 7.25 lakh
Tata Tiago	6.95 lakh - 8.90 lakh
Maruti Ignis	6.88 lakh - 8.11 lakh
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios	7.43 lakh - 8.56 lakh
Maruti Suzuki Swift	7.80 lakh - 9.64 lakh
Tata Punch	7.60 lakh - 10.20 lakh

List Of 10 Best Cheapest Automatic Cars in India 2026


Maruti Suzuki Alto K10
 

The Alto K10 is the most affordable automatic car you can drive home in the Indian market. The VXI and VXI Plus variants of the entry-level hatchback are offered with AMT or automated manual transmission. The Alto K10 VXI AMT is priced at Rs 5.56 lakh, while the VXI Plus AMT is tagged at Rs 5.85 lakh

Specs	Alto K10
Engine	1.0L 3-cylinder petrol
Power	66bhp
Torque	89Nm
Gearbox	5 AMT
Mileage (ARAI)	24.9kmpl

Powering the hatchback is a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder NA petrol engine that produces 66bhp and 89Nm of torque. The AMT version is claimed to offer an impressive ARAI certified fuel economy of 24.9kmpl. 

Renault Kwid
 

Renault's most affordable hatchback, the Kwid is available with an automated manual transmission option. The Renault Kwid's AMT range starts at Rs 5.45 lakh and goes up to Rs 6.45 lakh (ex-showroom). It is powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine that produces 67bhp and 91Nm of torque. Coupled to a 5-speed AMT gearbox, the Kwid is claimed to offer an ARAI certified mileage of 21.46kmpl

Specs	Kwid
Engine	1.0L, 3-cylinder petrol
Power	67bhp
Torque	91Nm
Gearbox	5-AMT
Mileage (ARAI)	21.46kmpl

Maruti Suzuki S-Presso
 

Next model in our list of top 10 cheapest automatic cars on sale in India. This model shares the engine specifications with the Alto K10. It is offered in two automatic variants - VXi AT and VXi Plus AT - priced at Rs 5.71 lakh and Rs 6 lakh, respectively. It is powered by a 1.0L 3-cylinder NA petrol engine and claims to offer an ARAI certified fuel economy of 25.3kmpl. 

Specs	S-Presso
Engine	1.0L, 3-cylinder petrol
Power	66bhp
Torque	89Nm
Gearbox	5AMT
Mileage (ARAI)	25.3kmpl

Maruti Suzuki Celerio
 

Maruti Suzuki's 1.0L 3-cylinder engine powers multiple entry-level cars. And, the Celerio is one of the brand's decent sellers in the affordable category. This model is available with both petrol and CNG fuel options, and the petrol powered model is offered with manual as well as AMT gearbox option. The AMT range is priced between Rs 6.33 lakh and Rs 7.09 lakh. The AMT version is claimed to offer an ARAI certified fuel economy of up to 26.33kmpl

Specs	Celerio
Engine	1.0L NA petrol
Power	66bhp
Torque	89Nm
Gearbox	5-AMT
Mileage (ARAI)	26.33kmpl

Maruti Suzuki WagonR
 

Maruti Suzuki's best seller, the WagonR is available with two engine options - a 1.0L 3-cylinder NA petrol and a 1.2L 4-cylinder NA petrol. The VXI 1.0L is offered with AMT gearbox and is priced at Rs 6.50 lakh. On the other hand, the 1.2L ZXI and ZXI Plus variants are also available with AMT gearbox. The WagonR 1.2 ZXI AMT is priced at Rs 6.78 lakh, while the ZXI Plus AT costs Rs 7.25 lakh (ex-showroom). The WagonR AMT is claimed to offer an ARAI certified fuel economy of 24.43kmpl. 

Specs	WagonR 1.0	WagonR 1.2
Engine	1.0L NA petrol	1.2L NA petrol
Power	66bhp	88.50Nm
Torque	89Nm	113Nm
Gearbox	5MT	5MT
Mileage (ARAI)	25.19kmpl	24.43kmpl

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Tata Tiago
 

Tata's most affordable hatchback, the Tiago is one of the Cheapest Automatic Cars available in our market. It is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine that produces 84.48bhp and 113Nm of torque. The AMT version is available in the price bracket of Rs 6.95 lakh to Rs 8.90 lakh. What's interesting is that the Tiago is the only product that offers CNG with an AMT gearbox. While the petrol AMT returns 19kmpl, the CNG AMT is claimed to offer an ARAI certified mileage of 28.06km/kg

Specs	Tiago Petrol	Tiago CNG
Engine	1.2L 3-cylinder petrol	1.2L 3-cylinder petrol
Power	84.48bhp	72.41bhp
Torque	113Nm	95Nm
Gearbox	5-AMT	5-AMT
Mileage (ARAI)	19kmpl	28.06km/kg

Maruti Suzuki Ignis
 

The Ignis is the most affordable Maruti Suzuki sold through NEXA premium dealership network. The tall-boy hatchback is powered by a 1.2-litre, 4-cylinder naturally-aspirated petrol engine that produces 81.8bhp and 113Nm. It is coupled to a 5-speed AMT or automated manual transmission. The AMT version is claimed to offer a certified mileage of 20.89kmpl.

Specs	Ignis
Engine	1.2L 4-cylinder NA petrol
Power	81.8bhp
Torque	113Nm
Gearbox	5AMT
Mileage (ARAI)	20.89kmpl

Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
 

Hyundai's entry-level hatchback, the Grand i10 Nios is offered with the affordable AMT gearbox option. It is powered by a 1.2L 4-cylinder, NA petrol engine that is good for 81.8bhp and 113Nm of torque. The Grand i10 Nios AMT is claimed to offer an ARAI certified mileage of 18.9kmpl. The AMT range starts at Rs 7.43 lakh and goes up to Rs 8.56 lakh

Specs	Grand i10 Nios
Engine	1.2L 4-cylinder NA petrol
Power	81.8bhp
Torque	113Nm
Gearbox	5AMT
Mileage (ARAI)	18.9kmpl

Maruti Suzuki Swift
 

Maruti Suzuki has recently launched the new-gen Swift hatchback, which debuts the brand's new 1.2L 3-cylinder NA petrol engine. This engine is capable of producing 80.4bhp and 111Nm of torque. The AMT version is claimed to offer an ARAI certified fuel economy of 25.75kmpl. The Swift AMT is available in the price bracket of Rs 7.80 lakh to Rs 9.64 lakh (ex-showroom).

Specs	Swift
Engine	1.2L 3-cylinder petrol
Power	80.4bhp
Torque	111Nm
Gearbox	5AMT
Mileage (ARAI)	25.75kmpl

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Tata Punch
 

It is the only SUV in the list of cheapest Automatic Cars on sale in our market. The Punch AMT is available in the price bracket of Rs 7.60 lakh to Rs 10.20 lakh. It is powered by a 1.2-litre, 3-cylinder, naturally-aspirated petrol engine that produces 86.6bhp and 115Nm of torque. The AMT version is claimed to offer an ARAI certified mileage of 18.8kmpl.

Specs	Punch
Engine	1.2L 3-cylinder, NA petrol
Power	86.6bhp
Torque	115Nm
Gearbox	5AMT
Mileage (ARAI)	18.8kmpl

FAQ
 

Q. Which Automatic Car is Best for Beginners?

Maruti Alto K10, Renault Kwid, Tata Tiago and WagonR are some of the best entry-level automatic cars you can buy in India. These models come with affordable automated manual transmission or AMT. 
 

Q. Is it Good to Buy Automatic Cars in India?

The rising traffic and congested roads are the main reason behind the increase in demand for automatic cars in India. If you are living in crowded metro cities and looking to buy a new car, then an automatic car is a great choice.

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