Cruise control is fast becoming a must-have feature on new cars as more and more mainstream cars come equipped with the feature. The promise of a more relaxed drive that reduces the overall effort to drive long distances has definitely increased demand for cruise control as a feature on more affordable cars. In this blog, we will have a look at a number of affordable cars, which feature cruise control.
List of cars with cruise control in India
| Name | Segment | Price (Starting from) |
| Tata Altroz | Hatchback | Rs 7.55 Lakh |
| Hyundai Exter | Compact SUV | Rs 8.10 Lakh |
| Hyundai Aura | Compact Sedan | Rs 8.61 Lakh |
| Renault Kiger | Compact SUV | Rs 8.95 Lakh |
| Honda Amaze | Compact Sedan | Rs 9.07 Lakh |
| Maruti Suzuki Fronx | Compact SUV | Rs 11.48 Lakh |
| Tata Nexon | Compact SUV | Rs 11.70 Lakh |
| Mahindra Thar | SUV | Rs 12.48 Lakh |
| Kia Seltos | Compact SUV | Rs 13.50 Lakh |
| Maruti Suzuki Jimny | SUV | Rs 13.69 Lakh |
Tata Altroz
Tata Altroz is premium hatchback from Tata that features a bold and futuristic design. Launched way back in 2020, the Altroz stood the test of time in this rapidly changing car market. It is still one of the few affordable safe cars with an impressive score of five stars. The car is a definition of a premium hatchback, having all the important and quality of life features consisting of ESP, and 8-way adjustable driver’s seat, automatic climate control, active cornering headlights, automatic headlamps, LED DRLs, and of course, a cruise control system just to name a few. The car also has great looks and an eye turning road presence, and a reasonably good cabin space.
Tata Altroz Specifications:
- Engine: 1.2 L petrol, 1.2 L turbo petrol, 1.2 L CNG, 1.5 L turbo diesel
- Power: up to 88.77 bhp
- Torque: up to 200 Nm
- Transmission: automatic, manual
- Fuel Efficiency: up to 23 kmpl
- Fuel type: Petrol, Diesel, CNG
- Seating Capacity: 4
Hyundai Exter
The Hyundai Exter is the company’s latest offering in the compact SUV space. This car is the cheapest on the list and rivals the Tata Punch. It boasts superior safety, advanced technology, and amazing performance. The South Korean car manufacturer looks to provide rugged looks in the rather bland and curvy designs in the segment, with its futuristic new design philosophy. The tall seating provides good visibility for the driver and is confidence boosting, its AMT transmission is amazingly configured, having no jerks while driving. The car contains the usual set of features, including a 8 inch touchscreen for the infotainment system, and segment firsts, such as a dual camera dashcam and a voice enabled sunroof . The cruise control system is standard across 3 of the 5 trims available which only adds to the value of the car. The interior feels similar to the Aura and the Grand i10 NIOS, but it gets an all black color scheme. Even the steering wheel and dashboard design is similar to the Aura and Grand i10 NIOS. Overall, the car has a fresh design and offers quite a lot of features at the price point.
Hyundai Exter Specifications:
- Engine: 1.2 L petrol, 1.2 L petrol + CNG
- Power: up to 81.80 bhp
- Torque: up to 113.8 Nm
- Transmission: automatic, manual
- Fuel Efficiency: up to 19.4 kmpl or 21.1 km/kg
- Fuel type: Petrol, CNG
- Seating Capacity: 4
Hyundai Aura
The Hyundai Aura is a compact sedan based on the Grand i10 NIOS and replaced the Hyundai Xcent. The car has a spacious cabin, and a good build quality. The Aura competes with the likes of the Tata Tigor, Honda Amaze, and other compact sedans in the segment. With ample space for all passengers, it is a great car to traverse in. It gets a reasonably powerful engine along with a great ground clearance and tons of features, which is expected from a Hyundai car. The cruise control it has is quite convenient and makes long rides a much enjoyable task.
Hyundai Aura Specifications
- Engine: 1 L petrol, 1.2 L petrol, 1.2 L CNG, 1.2 L diesel
- Power: up to 67.72 bhp
- Torque: up to 95.2 Nm
- Transmission: automatic, manual
- Fuel Efficiency:up to 28 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol, Diesel, CNG
- Seating Capacity: 5
Renault Kiger
The Renault Kiger shares the same platform as the Kwid but is bigger and more powerful than its smaller sibling. The Kiger rivals the likes of Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Nissan Magnite, Kia Sonet, and other compact SUVs. It has a rather large stance and feels big on the road. Renault has a lot of features that it keeps standard across all variants, the same can be seen here as well, with some of the notable features being a PM 2.5 air filter, a digital driver’s display with drive mode skins, 3D surround sound powered by Arkamys, ambient lighting, and cruise control. The car has a respectable Global NCAP rating of 4 stars and has all the important features right from the base model.
Renault Kiger Specifications
- Engine: 1 L petrol, 1 L turbo petrol
- Power: up to 98.63 bhp
- Torque: up to 160 Nm
- Transmission: automatic (AMT, CVT), manual
- Fuel Efficiency: up to 19.61 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Seating Capacity: 4
Honda Amaze
Honda Amaze was originally based on the Brio hatchback, aptly named Brio Amaze. The Brio part was quickly lost when it received a facelift and was renamed to just Amaze. It contains all the bells and whistles you would expect a Honda car to have, also being one of the reasons why it is so loved by so many families. The Amaze rivals the Maruti Suzuki Dzire, Tata Tigor, and the Hyundai Aura. Due to its form factor, it is the perfect car for small families. It has ample space for all occupants and a good boot space as well. For long rides, the driver is aided by a cruise control system.
Honda Amaze Specifications
- Engine: 1.2 L petrol
- Power: 88.5 bhp
- Torque: 110 Nm
- Transmission: automatic, manual
- Mileage: up to 24.7 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Seating Capacity: 5
Maruti Suzuki Fronx
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx was received well by both the fans and the media. Built on the same platform as the Maruti Suzuki Baleno, it was previously codenamed the Baleno Cross when it was spied testing. The looks feel derived from the Grand Vitara but are quite distinctive when you have a closer look. It is comparatively smaller than the Maruti Suzuki Brezza and aims to target the likes of Renault Kiger, Nissan Magnite, and the Kia Seltos. The Fronx has a sporty and eye-catching look, turning heads anywhere it goes. Surprisingly, the car also features a 1.0 L turbocharged petrol engine.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx Specifications:
- Engine: 1 L turbo petrol engine, 1.2 L petrol engine
- Power: up to 98.69 bhp
- Torque: up to 147.6 Nm
- Transmission: Manual, Automatic (AMT, CVT)
- Fuel Efficiency: up to 22.89 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Seating Capacity: 5
Tata Nexon
The Tata Nexon is one of the most popular compact SUVs in the market currently. Launched in 2017, it has been around for quite a long time and has received quite a lot of upgrades and a few facelifts in the same time. There also exists an EV version of the Nexon, making it the go to choice for the climate conscious. The Nexon has an aggressive and striking design and is a no nonsense vehicle, providing impeccable safety to all of its passengers. The car also has an amazing ground clearance, which translates into ease of driving in off road or bad road conditions. The mid to top end power it provides is very good, at least in the combustion engine segment and also receives health features such as an air purifier with an AQI display. The Nexon rivals the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Hyundai Venue, and the Kia Sonet.
Tata Nexon Specifications
- Engine: 1.2 L turbo petrol, 1.5 L diesel
- Power: up to 113.42 bhp
- Torque: up to 260 Nm
- Transmission: automatic, manual
- Fuel Efficiency: up to 22 kmpl
- Fuel Type: petrol, diesel, electric
- Seating Capacity: 5
Mahindra Thar
Mahindra Thar is one of India’s proper off-roaders, it is a vehicle built for real off-roading and it is quite obvious by its clearly obvious design. Based on the original Jeep, the pre facelift Thar was lauded for its capability in the off road environment, however, its performance in city driving and the comfort it offered left a lot to desire for. These all issues were amazingly eliminated after the launch of the current version. The Thar’s interior was greatly revamped, and it also got an option for a proper hardtop roof. The car is rough and tough and all potholes have no effect on this beast of a car. The safety rating of the car is also impressive, with a rating of 4 stars in Global NCAP. Infact, the Thar is so popular overseas, in markets such as North America and Australia, that people flock towards this car. Many people take the Thar out on long drives to get to the off road sections. The cruise control present here lets the driver relax before getting to the fun part.
Mahindra Thar Specifications
- Engine: 1.5 L turbo diesel, 2.2 L turbo diesel, 2.2 L turbo petrol
- Power: up to 150 bhp
- Torque: up to 300 Nm
- Transmission: automatic, manual
- Mileage: up to 15.2 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol, Diesel
- Seating Capacity: 5
Kia Seltos
Kia Seltos is a compact SUV from Kia, and the bigger brother to the Sonet. It has advanced features along with a dashing and bold design. The car gets paddle shifters making driving experience exciting and easy. The Seltos is a great car for traffic, highway, and offroad use. The Seltos gets three impressive engine options, a 1.5 L petrol engine, a 1.5 L turbo diesel, and a 1.4 L turbo petrol, to cater to every user. The Kia Seltos has recently received an update this year and features a much more aggressive face. It has the best in class second row legroom and has 17 ADAS level 2 features present. The inclusion of cruise control makes the journey enjoyable, with all the engine options providing an amazing experience.
Kia Seltos specifications:
- Engine: 1.5 L petrol, 1.5 L turbocharged diesel, 1.4 L turbocharged petrol
- Power: up to 140 hp
- Torque: up to 250 Nm
- Transmission: Manual, Automatic
- Fuel efficiency: up to 20.8 kmpl
- Fuel Type: Petrol, diesel
- Seating capacity: 5
Maruti Suzuki Jimny
The Maruti Suzuki Jimny is the successor of the light offroader which was loved by all – the Maruti Suzuki Gypsy. The car was already in production in India for a long time, however, only as a two door variant for sale overseas. The Jimny was brought to the country as a four door variant as a competitor to the Mahindra Thar. It has quite a few redeeming qualities, such as its smaller structure, lighter weight, and competitive pricing. The car comes in just one engine option, the 1.5 L petrol engine, however, there are rumors of it getting a turbo and the hybrid power system somewhere down its lifecycle. The Jimny gets tons of features, one of them being a cruise control system.
Maruti Jimny Specifications:
- Engine: 1.5 L Petrol
- Power: 103.39 bhp
- Torque: 134.2 Nm
- Transmission: automatic, manual
- Fuel Efficiency: up to 16.3 kmpl
- Fuel type: Petrol
- Seating Capacity: 4
Conclusion
There are a lot of options available if you are in the market looking for a car with cruise control inbuilt. You can get compact SUVs, proper off roaders, compact sedans, or hatchbacks under a reasonable budget. All the cars mentioned here come under Rs 15 lakh and provide lots of different advantages. You have lots of options to choose from, let that be off roaders such as the Mahindra Thar or the Maruti Suzuki Jimny, city SUVs such as the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Hyundai Exter, Tata Nexon, Renault Kiger, or the compact sedans such as Honda Amaze and Hyundai Aura, the choice is present for the buyer.
