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most economical diesel engine powered models currently on sale in the Indian market
The number of diesel cars has reduced quite significantly after the implementation of BS6 Phase II emission norms in the Indian market. The country’s leading passenger vehicle brand.
Maruti Suzuki, stopped the production of diesel cars altogether in 2020,
citing higher investment costs in the upgradation of diesel engine to the latest emission norms. However,
there are still a few brands which retail diesel-powered models in the country. Hence,
in this piece, we will talk in detail about the top affordable diesel cars in India.
Mahindra Bolero
Launched earlier this month in a refreshed avatar, Mahindra Bolero is the most affordable diesel-powered vehicle in the Indian market.
Priced between Rs 7.99-9.69 lakh (ex-showroom)
it comes with multiple premium features in the form of front fog lamps,
diamond-cut 15-inch alloy wheels,
leatherette upholstery,
steering-mounted audio controls and 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system.
At the heart, the Bolero SUV has the same mHAWK75 engine which generates max power of 75 bhp and highest torque of 210 Nm while paired to a 5-speed gearbox.
Mahindra Bolero Neo
Touted as the premium version of the standard Bolero SUV, it comes in a price bracket of Rs 8.49-9.99 lakh (ex-showroom) in the domestic market.
The Bolero Neo gets several upmarket bells and whistles in the form of 16-inch alloy wheels in Dark metallic grey, leatherette upholstery, rear-view camera, USB C-type charging port, cruise control, Multi-Terrain Technology (MTT) and 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Under the hood, it has the mHAWK100 engine which delivers 98.6 bhp and 260 Nm with a 5-speed gearbox.
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