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Top 5 Most Affordable Cars With Hill-Hold Assist: Best Cars For Beginners
One of the most common challenges new drivers face is the fear of stalling the vehicle on an incline. To address this, modern cars now come with a feature called hill-hold assist - a system that momentarily holds the brakes when starting uphill, preventing rollback as the driver moves from the brake to the accelerator.
This safety feature, once reserved for premium cars, has now trickled down to the most affordable segments. Here's a look at the 5 most affordable cars in India that offer hill-hold assist.
5. Maruti Suzuki Wagon R - From Rs 5.97 Lakh (Ex-showroom)
The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R is the most expensive model on this list, just shy of the Rs 6 lakh mark, to offer the hill-hold feature. It is available from the VXi AMT trim, priced at Rs 5.97 lakh (ex-showroom).
The ZXi and ZXi+ trims with the AMT gearbox also get hill-hold assist, while the manual variants miss out on it. Powering the Wagon R are two petrol engines - a 69hp, 1.0-litre unit and a 91hp, 1.2-litre option - both known for their reliability and fuel efficiency.
4. Tata Tiago - From Rs 5.81 Lakh (Ex-showroom)
The Tata Tiago is the most affordable model from Tata Motors to feature hill-hold assist. The feature is available from the XT trim, priced at Rs 5.81 lakh (ex-showroom).
Unlike most rivals, the Tiago offers hill-hold assist with both manual and AMT versions, including its CNG variants. It is powered by a 1.2-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine that delivers 86hp and 113Nm, making it one of the most versatile and well-equipped hatchbacks in its class.
3. Maruti Suzuki Celerio - From Rs 5.61 Lakh (Ex-showroom)
The Maruti Suzuki Celerio is another compact hatchback under Rs 6 lakh to offer hill-hold functionality. The feature is available only with the AMT gearbox, starting from the VXi AMT trim, priced at Rs 5.61 lakh (ex-showroom).
Under the hood, the Celerio packs a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine producing 69hp and 91Nm. The car's light steering, compact dimensions, and the convenience of hill-hold assist make it an ideal urban commuter.
2. Renault Kwid - From Rs 5 Lakh (Ex-showroom)
The Renault Kwid, the French carmaker's most affordable offering in India, features hill-hold assist in its Evolution AMT variant, priced from Rs 5 lakh (ex-showroom).
It is powered by a 69hp, 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine, available with both manual and AMT gearboxes, though hill-hold is limited to the AMT version. The Kwid's SUV-inspired styling, combined with modern safety features, adds to its appeal among first-time car buyers.
1. Maruti Suzuki S-Presso - From Rs 4.75 Lakh (Ex-showroom)
Topping the list as the most affordable car with hill-hold assist is the Maruti Suzuki S-Presso. The feature is available in the VXi(O) AMT variant, priced at Rs 4.75 lakh (ex-showroom).
The S-Presso shares its 69hp, 1.0-litre petrol engine with the Celerio and Kwid. With its tall stance, compact size, and the addition of hill-hold assist, the S-Presso offers excellent practicality and safety for budget-conscious buyers.
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