Indian car manufacturers have been upping the ante of their cars in the recent past in safety, be it in terms of features or crash test ratings. Nowadays, there are better NCAP scores for an increasing number of affordable models, which shows the resolve of brands to improve build quality of their vehicles.
Moreover, a recent mandate for 6 airbags has been enforced, which sees manufacturers revamp their current line-up to sync with the updated laws. As a result, there are several models on sale in India that feature 6 airbags. Let’s take a look at the affordable cars under 10 lakh that have six airbags.
List Of Best Cars With 6 Airbags Under 10 Lakh
| Car Name | Variant | Ex-Showroom Price |
| Hyundai Grand i10 NIOS | All Variants | Rs. 5.84 lakhs |
| Hyundai Exter | All variants | Rs. 6.00 lakhs |
| Hyundai Aura | All Variants | Rs. 6.44 lakhs |
| Hyundai i20 | Era 1.2 Petrol MT onwards | Rs. 6.99 lakhs |
| Hyundai Venue | E onwards | Rs. 7.89 lakhs |
| Tata Nexon | All variants | Rs. 8.10 lakhs |
| Maruti Suzuki Baleno | Zeta onwards | Rs. 8.26 – 9.21 lakhs |
| Toyota Glanza | G onwards | Rs. 8.73 lakhs |
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios
Since Hyundai announced that it will be offering six airbags as standard across the line-up, the most affordable option became the Grand i10 Nios, its entry level hatchback.
Prior to this update, the top-spec Asta trim was the only version to be equipped with six airbags, while the others received four. Other safety tech on board consists of a reversing camera, electronic stability control (ESC), ISOFIX child seat mounts, and a tyre pressure monitoring system.
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios specifications:
- Engine: 1.2L petrol engine
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual/5-speed AMT
- Mileage: 16.0 – 18.0 kmpl
- Airbags: 6
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Body Type: Hatchback
Hyundai Exter
The compact B-SUV from the Korean brand, which rivals the likes of Tata Punch and the Citroen C3, has set the segment ablaze. The capable SUV comes equipped with six airbags across the variant line-up right from the launch. It also comes loaded with a horde of safety features which includes a dual dash cam unit, ESC, hill-hold assist and reversing camera.
The engine is smooth and refined, and the 83hp, 114 Nm, 1.2-litre petrol engine has enough pep to deal short bursts around the city. The Exter is available in five variants across nine colour options. At a mind-boggling starting price of Rs. 6.13lakhs, the Exter is a great option for car buyers who prioritise safety.
Hyundai Exter specifications:
- Engine: 1.2L naturally-aspirated petrol engine/1.2L petrol-CNG
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual/5-speed AMT
- Mileage: 19.4 kmpl/27.1 km/kg
- Airbags: 6
- Fuel Type: Petrol/CNG
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Body Type: SUV
Hyundai Aura
Along with the Grand i10 Nios, the Hyundai Aura – its sedan sibling – got the standard 6 airbag update recently. In early 2023, the Aura facelift only had four airbags as standard, while a total of six were available on the top variant alone.
Apart from the airbags, the sedan’s safety net includes parking assist, hill assist control (HAC), and an ESC (Electronic Stability Control) suite. In addition, the top end versions get some neat tech such as an 8-inch infotainment system, a wireless charger, and automatic climate control to name a few.
Hyundai Aura specifications:
- Engine: 1.2L petrol engine
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual/5-speed AMT
- Mileage: 20 kmpl (MT)/22 kmpl (AMT)
- Airbags: 6
- Fuel Type: Petrol/CNG
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Body Type: Sedan
Hyundai i20
The premium i20 hatchback is next on the list, which remains a solid, safe car. Earlier, 6 airbags were only available in the top-end Asta(O) 1.2 variant, but now Hyundai has made a smart move to introduce it from the base Era 1.2 Petrol MT variant instead, available at just Rs. 6.99 lakhs onwards.
This has helped customers in acquiring the much-needed safety feature at a lower price and has helped boost sales. Additionally, the i20 is loaded to the brim with safety features such as hill assist control, reverse camera, and Electronic safety suite (ESS) amongst others. For those looking to up the ante, the premium variants get added features such as 7-speaker Bose music system, 10.25 inch touchscreen and sunroof.
Hyundai i20 specifications:
- Engine: 1.2L petrol engine
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual/CVT
- Mileage: 16.0 – 20.0 kmpl
- Airbags: 6
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Body Type: Hatchback
Hyundai Venue
The popular Hyundai Venue used to offer four airbags as standard in early 2023, but with the safety update, it receives six airbags but the price of the sub-compact SUV has gone up significantly. It receives a horde of other safety equipment such as ISOFIX child seat anchorages, a reversing camera and a tyre pressure monitoring system.
The Hyundai Venue N Line also gets six airbags as standard ever since its introduction in the Indian market. The base variant, the N6 is pretty feature loaded, and it comes with a more powerful turbo-petrol engine only, hence the high pricing. The Venue N Line also became the first model from the carmaker to come with a factory-fitted dual dash cam as standard.
Hyundai Venue specifications:
- Engine: 1.2L petrol engine/1.5L diesel engine
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual/6-speed Manual
- Mileage: 18.31kmpl/24.2 kmpl
- Airbags: 6
- Fuel Type: Petrol/Diesel
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Body Type: SUV
Tata Nexon
Following the trend is Tata’s compact SUV, the Nexon. Post the recent midlife refresh, it gets six airbags that come as standard. Tata’s three-cylinder turbo-petrol makes 120 hp and is available with a 5 or 6-speed manual gearbox, and the 115 hp diesel engine is available with a 6-speed manual and 6-speed AMT.
It is quite frugal as it gives out 17.01–17.44 kmpl for the petrol variants and the diesel variants have a claimed efficiency of 23.23 kmpl. On top of six airbags, the Nexon is loaded with a 360-degree camera, electronic stability programme (ESP), 3-point seatbelts for all passengers, ISOFIX child seat anchorages, and front and rear parking sensors.
Tata Nexon specifications:
- Engine: 1.2L turbo-petrol engine/1.5L diesel engine
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual/6-speed Manual
- Mileage: 17.44 kmpl/24.08 kmpl
- Airbags: 6
- Fuel Type: Petrol/Diesel
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Body Type: SUV
Maruti Suzuki Baleno
Ever since the recent facelift in 2022, Baleno has been dominating sales in the hatchback segment. It currently gets two airbags as a standard feature, and six airbags are offered only from the Zeta Petrol MT variant onwards, at a starting price of Rs. 8.38 lakhs. The premium hatchback is available in four variants, namely Sigma, Delta, Zeta and Alpha.
It is powered by a 1.2L petrol engine mated to a 5-speed manual, which churns out 22.35 kmpl.
Maruti has started to focus on improving the safety of their cars, both in terms of build quality and feature list. On top of six airbags, safety is further aided by features like ESP with hill hold, ABS, EBD and brake assist.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno specifications:
- Engine: 1.2L petrol engine
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual/5 Speed AMT
- Mileage: 22.35 kmpl (MT)/22.94 kmpl (AMT)
- Airbags: 6 from Zeta variant onwards
- Fuel Type: Petrol/CNG
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Body Type: Hatchback
Toyota Glanza
Based on the Maruti Suzuki Baleno, the Glanza is a premium hatchback which shines in terms of practicality and value. From the G variant onwards, you get a total of six airbags, which shows Toyota’s resolve in making the Glanza a safe and reliable car. Apart from the airbags, it gets a lot of other safety gizmo such as ESP, hill-start assist and a 360-degree camera.
Toyota has ensured to enhance the design and interiors, and offers a generous list of equipment. The 1.2 naturally aspirated petrol unit is simply among the best in class when it comes to smoothness and refinement. It’s effortless to drive and is incredibly fuel efficient, which is one of Toyota’s key highlights.
Toyota Glanza specifications:
- Engine: 1.2L naturally aspirated petrol engine
- Transmission: 5-speed Manual/5 Speed AMT
- Mileage: 22.35 kmpl (MT)/22.94 kmpl (AMT)
- Airbags: 6 from G variant onwards
- Fuel Type: Petrol/CNG
- Seating Capacity: 5
- Body Type: Hatchback
Summary
The tide is turning in the Indian market and manufacturers have started to take the safety levels seriously. Owing to these newer standards, there are a horde of vehicles available in the market today which are of high build quality, and come with six airbags and plethora of other safety equipment which would pique your interest.
Hyundai rightfully has their fair share of cars on this list, as several of their affordable models today come with 6 airbags as standard. You also have other top brands such as Maruti Suzuki, Tata and Toyota making their way into this list, so it’s better to look through your options when shopping for a safe, reliable car under the 10 lakh bracket.
