Traffic these days seems to be getting worse, especially in metropolitan cities. While manual cars are fun to drive, they become a full-on leg workout in bumper-to-bumper traffic. As such, it’s a good idea to opt for an automatic car which lets you comfortably drive even in heavy traffic. If you are interested in one and don't want to burn a hole in your wallet, here is a list of the 10 best automatic cars under 10 lakh in India.

Top 10 Automatic Cars Under 10 Lakh

The compiled list features models from multiple segments which cater to different needs. The list is mainly populated by mass-market carmakers such as Maruti Suzuki and Tata.

1. 2025 Tata Altroz

Price: TBA

The Tata Altroz will undergo its first major update on May 22, 2025. It is expected to get DCT, similar to the outgoing model. The 2025 Tata Altroz will get flush door handles, two 10.24-inch screens, auto AC with rear vents, a sunroof and a wireless phone charger. Its safety features include 6 airbags, a 360-degree camera and a blind spot monitor.

2. Maruti Wagon R

Price: Rs 6.73 lakh to Rs 7.61 lakh

The Maruti Wagon R is one of the highest-selling models in India over the years. The tallboy gets features such as a 7-inch touchscreen, a 4-speaker system, manual AC and keyless entry. Safety features onboard the Wagon R include 6 airbags, ABS with EBD and hill hold assist.

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*NA= Naturally Aspirated

3. Tata Tiago

Price: Rs 6.89 lakh to Rs 8.84 lakh

The Tata Tiago is the most affordable Tata car under 10 lakh with automatic transmission. It is also the only hatchback that comes with an AMT with a CNG combo. The Tata Tiago comes with features such as a 10.24-inch touchscreen, auto AC and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. In terms of safety, it gets two airbags, hill hold assist and a rear parking camera.

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4. MG Comet EV

Price: Rs 6.99 lakh to Rs 9.67 (full price)

The MG Comet EV is one of the most affordable EVs on this list. Being an electric vehicle, it is only available with an automatic transmission. The EV gets a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, keyless entry and manual AC. Safety features include 2 airbags, a rear parking camera with sensors and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS).

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5. Tata Tigor

Price: Rs 7.34 lakh to Rs 9.54 lakh

Tata Tigor is another CNG car with automatic transmission. The sedan gets a similar powertrain that is present on the Tiago. Tata Tigor gets features such as a 10.25-inch touchscreen, cruise control (with petrol) and auto AC. Safety features include two airbags, rain-sensing wipers and a reverse parking camera.

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6. Maruti Suzuki Swift

Price: Rs 7.79 lakh to Rs 9.49 lakh

The Maruti Suzuki Swift is one of the best automatic cars in India under 10 lakh. The hatchback gets an AMT paired to a 1.2-litre petrol engine. It gets features such as a 9-inch touchscreen, auto AC with rear vents, keyless entry and a wireless phone charger. Safety features for the Swift include 6 airbags, a rear parking camera with sensors, TPMS, and hill hold assist.

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7. Hyundai Exter

Price: Rs 8.74 lakh to Rs 8.97 lakh

The Hyundai Exter is one of the best automatic cars under 10 lakh in India. The micro SUV comes with an AMT that is offered with the petrol engine. Opting for the automatic variant gets you features such as an 8-inch touchscreen, a sunroof, paddle shifters and auto AC with rear vents. 6 airbags, hill start assist, a rear-view camera with sensors and TPMS are offered to improve passenger safety.

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8. Maruti Fronx

Price: Rs 8.90 lakh to Rs 12.90 lakh

The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is a popular choice among customers looking for the best automatic cars under 10 lakh. The Fronx comes with two engine choices, an NA and a turbo engine that are paired with an AMT and torque converter, respectively. It gets features such as a 9-inch touchscreen, paddle shifters, a wireless phone charger and cruise control. Safety features include 6 airbags (as standard) 360 degree camera and auto-dimming IRVM.

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9. Tata Nexon

Price: Rs 9.59 lakh to Rs 14.69 lakh

Tata Nexon is the only car on this list that gets a diesel engine with an automatic powertrain under 10 lakh. It also comes with a CNG option which is limited to a manual transmission. The feature list for the Nexon includes a 10.25-inch dual display setup, an 8-speaker JBL system, a panoramic sunroof and an air purifier. Safety tech such as 6 airbags, parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat anchors and hill hold assist are offered with the Nexon.

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10. Tata Punch EV

Price: Rs 10 lakh to Rs 14.44 lakh

Tata Punch EV is the last model on the list of automatic cars under 10 lakh in India. The EV gets two battery packs and a single motor setup paired with an automatic transmission. Its feature list includes paddle shifters, drive modes, a 6-speaker sound system and cruise control. The safety suite, meanwhile, comes with six airbags, ISOFIX child seat anchors and hill hold assist.

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While all these models come with automatic transmission, all of them are not the same. Maruti models usually come with AMT, which some people report as jerky during gear shifts. DCTs, on the other hand, are considered smoother but are available on costlier models. If offerings on this list are not to your liking, you can also consider models such as Renault Kwid, Tata Punch (ICE) and Toyota Glanza.

Disclaimer

All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi