Top 5 Fastest Hatchbacks in India Under 10 Lakhs

Think “fastest car”, and what images first pop up in your head? Sleek supercars that we (ok, most of us) can only dream of owning? But what if we told you you could move fast – really fast – on a budget? This is where we step in with the list of the fastest hatchbacks in India under Rs 10 lakh. Check out the list to know you can, in fact, the enjoy the thrill of speed (responsibly within the speed limits and only on highways) without burning a hole in your pocket.

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Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

The sleek Korean hatchback, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, is built for pacey performance. The turbocharged version of the Grand i10 Nios with its 100 PS of power and 172 Nm of peak torque, goes from 0 to 100 km/hr in 9.82 seconds, and its top speed is an impressive 160 km/hr. This variant of the car features a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine and comes mated with a 5-speed manual transmission. 

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Features of Hyundai Grand i10 Nios

• 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Wireless charger
• Auto AC with rear vents
• Keyless entry
• Height adjustable driver seat
• Rear parking sensors
• Dual front airbags
• ABS with EBD

Volkswagen Polo

The Volkswagen Polo has been discontinued but it still continues to define what a fast hatchback should be. With more Polos appearing in the used car market, it would be a crime not to feature the legendary hatchback on this list. The Polo TSI variants produced 110 PS of power and 175 Nm of peak torque, along with the capability to sprint from 0 to 100 km/hr in approx. 9.97 seconds. With the ability to make the car reach 163 km/hr, a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine powers this variant, and comes mated with 6-speed manual transmission and a 6-speed torque converter automatic. Some models were even equipped with the sportier DSG automatics and these will provide more thrill for your money.

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Features of Volkswagen Polo

• 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Automatic climate control with rear AC vents
• Rain-sensing wipers
• Cruise control
• Rear parking sensors
• Dual front airbags

Maruti Suzuki Swift

The Maruti Suzuki Swift looks fast, even though it may not be the fastest on this list. With 90 PS of power and 113 Nm of torque, the 1.2-litre dual-jet petrol engine helps the Swift sprint from 0 to 100 km/hr in 11.67 seconds with an achievable top speed of 165 km/hr. The engine comes mated with a 5-speed manual and 5-speed AMT has the fuel efficiency superiority of 23.20 – 23.76 km/l. If it’s value-for-money fun you’re looking for, the Swift should be high on your list.

Features of Maruti Suzuki Swift

• 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Height-adjustable driver seat
• Automatic AC
• LED headlamps and LED DRLs
• Cruise Control
• Electronic stability control (ESC)
• Hill hold control
• Dual front airbags
• ABS with EBD
• Rear parking sensors

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Tata Altroz

Along with a 5-star global NCAP safety rating, the beautiful Indian hatchback is also one of the fastest in its category under Rs 10 lakh. Of the three engine options, the 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine produces 110 PS of power and 140 Nm of peak torque and makes the Altroz go from 0 to 100 km/hr in 10.83 seconds. With the ability to make the hatchback reach the top speed of about 170 km/hr, this engine comes coupled with 5-speed manual transmission.

Features of Tata Altroz

• 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
• Semi-digital instrument cluster
• Auto AC
• Cruise control
• Dual front airbags
• Automatic headlamps
• Rear parking camera
• ABS with EBD
• Rear parking sensors

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Hyundai i20 N Line

Undisputedly, the performance version of the Hyundai i20 can’t be overlooked, in the list of fastest hatchbacks. The Korean gem of its segment, Hyundai i20 N Line covers 0 to 100 km/hr in 9.90 seconds through the 7-speed DCT automatic. This fast hatchback comes with a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine producing 120 PS of power and 172 Nm peak torque and also offers a 6-speed clutch-less iMT.

Features of Hyundai i20

• 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Air purifier
• Sunroof
• LED headlamps
• Up to six airbags
• Rear parking sensors
• Electronic Stability Control

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Honorary mention

Mercedes A45 AMG 4MATIC+

No, this one definitely doesn’t fall in the sub-10 lakh category. But we could not resist the temptation of tipping our hats to this magnificent vehicle that moves the fastest among them all. The fastest hatchback in India is none other than the Mercedes A45 AMG. With its 2-litre turbo petrol engine producing 426 PS of power and peak torque of 500 Nm, the A45 AMG is capable of doing 0 to 100 km/hr in merely 3.9 seconds and reaches a maximum speed of 270 km/hr.  As the name 4MATIC+ suggests, it’s an all-wheel-drive powertrain and comes with an 8-speed DCT automatic. Plus, there are six driving modes: Slippery, Comfort, Sport, Sport +, Individual, and Race, which are set for specific torque figures, driver assists, gear shift timings, and cylinder compression.

FAQs about Fastest Hatchback in India

Q. Which is the fastest hatchback car in India?

The fastest hatchback in India is Mercedes A45 AMG and it can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/hr in 3.9 secs.

Q. Which is the most powerful hatchback in India under Rs. 10 lakh?

The most powerful hatchback in India is the Hyundai i20. Its 1.0-liter turbo petrol engine generates 120 PS of power and 172 Nm of peak torque.

Q. ️Which is the fastest hatchback car under 10 lakh?

The fastest hatchback under 10 lakh is the Hyundai Grand i10 and it has the ability of sprinting from 0 to 100 in 9.82 secs.

Q. Which car is the safest among the fastest hatchbacks in India.

With its 5-star G-NCAP rating, the Tata Altroz is the safest car among the fastest hatchbacks in India

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