The need for diesel cars in India has reduced significantly over the years, as its market share has shrunk significantly, which is below around 20 per cent. Out of this, the diesel hatchback segment is even less while the diesel sedan is around 5 per cent. Even the diesel sub-compact SUV market is leaning towards petrol vehicles. But does this signal the end of diesel cars in India? Although production of new diesel models has declined in recent times, manufacturers have focused on petrol-powered vehicles, or some are even working towards expanding their electric portfolio, however, with diesel-powered vehicles. vehicles are still quite likeable, thanks to the significant price difference between the fuels, and the narrow price difference between the two powertrains. Still, if you’re on the market looking for one but have returned unsatisfied at a dealership, you may be turning to the used car space, which is packed with a number of options in various price ranges. Let us look at some cost effective diesel cars under ₹ 5 lakh bracket.
2013 Ford Ecosport 1.5 TDCI Diesel Titanium BS4
The Ford EcoSport was the original trendsetter of the subcompact SUV phenomenon in India in 2013. Based on the company’s global B-car platform, the Ford EcoSport had distinctive Ford features including a solid built, fun-to-drive nature, streamlined suspension, and a powerful engine, coupled with a slick gearbox. Overall, the Ford EcoSport was a complete package and even clocked 3,500-4,000-unit sales per month, before jumping into the segment with other better products.
Ford Ecosport 1.5 TDCI Diesel Titanium BS4
However, if you are looking for one, go to an old car replacement and get one in immaculate condition. We suggest the Ford EcoSport 1.5 TDCi Diesel Titanium BS4, as it is not only packed with features that were class-leading in its days, but is also manageable and efficient. The EcoSport’s driving characteristics were in order with capable handling, which was as much fun to drive in the city as it was on the highways.
km done: 41,000 km
Price now: ₹ 4.75 lakh
2013 Hyundai Grand i10 1.1 Asta Diesel
It was the Hyundai i10 that changed a lot in the Indian automotive industry, which saw only Maruti as the top contender in the compact car business in 2004. It was Hyundai that introduced this mini-food and brought people’s attention to the new era of compact cars. The Grand i10 was offered with two engine options – a petrol and a diesel.
2013 Hyundai Grand i10 1.1 Asta Diesel
The petrol engine was the Kappa 1.2 Dual VTVT engine that developed 83bhp @ 6,000rpm of peak power and 114Nm @ 4,000rpm of peak torque, while the other powertrain was the 1.1-litre CRDi engine, offering 70bhp. Agreed, it was weak, but then again, it was good enough for a car of its size with a nimble response time and decent steering response.
km done: 53,000 km
Price now: ₹ 3.75 lakh
2013 Renault Duster Diesel 85PS 4×2 MT
The Renault Duster was another capable SUV with off-road credentials, which introduced the SUV segment in India. Earlier, India was a cost-conscious market with a focus on family hatchbacks and affordable sedans. Renault Duster not only changed this mindset but also changed the entire dynamic of the market with a spacious, powerful, easy to handle and yet affordable product. Add to this the fact that the Renault Duster was offered with both petrol and diesel variants, which left the customers confused in a good way.
2013 Renault Duster Diesel 85PS 4×2 MT
If you’re looking to buy one, we highly recommend taking a look at the Renault Duster Diesel 85PS 4×2 MT, the first iteration of the car that came out in 2013. It was equipped with a 1,461cc, 4-cylinder, K9K HP diesel unit that developed 85bhp @ 3,750rpm and 200Nm @ 1,900 rpm of maximum torque, mated to a 5-speed or 6-speed manual gearbox. It gave a fuel efficiency figure of 20.45kmpl.
km done: 80,000 km
Price now: ₹4.5 lakh
2012 Hyundai i20 1.4 Magna Diesel
The Hyundai i20 was one of the better looking products in the market at a time when the hatchback segment was dominated by Volkswagen Polo and even the Fiat Punto Evo among others. This was also the time when the company refreshed the car and brought with it a better cabin, more features and better driving and handling.
2012 Hyundai i20 1.4 Magna Diesel
With its diesel heart the i20 was not only off the mark, but also more attractive to drive than most cars in the segment. It responded fairly well around corners, and when pushed, never breathed. Not to mention he had more horses than any other in the segment. If you find one of the older cars, look for the 1.4 liter diesel unit in Magna trim for the most value for money it has to offer.
km done: 66,000 km
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Price now: ₹3.5 lakh
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