Affordable Cars with 5 Star Crash Test Rating in 2025

Affordable Cars with 5 Star Crash Test Rating in 2025: When it comes to buying a new car in India, affordability is usually the first factor most buyers look at. But with rising awareness about road safety, crash test ratings are now equally important. In fact, more and more Indian families are prioritizing a safer car over flashy features or premium styling. The good news is that in 2025, you don't need to spend a fortune to own a car that keeps you secure.

Thanks to the Bharat NCAP and Global NCAP safety programs, several budget-friendly cars have scored an impressive 5-star crash test rating, proving that strong build quality and top-notch safety can be achieved even in the entry-level and mid-range segments. In this article, I will list the some of most affordable 5-star rated cars you can buy in India in 2025 - perfect choices for those who want safety without breaking the bank. Before moving ahead, we would love it if you will become a part of our rapidly growing 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to stay versed on the latest automotive news.

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Affordable Cars with 5 Star Crash Test Rating

Tata Punch - Rs. 5.49 lakh (Ex-sh)

Tata Punch holds titles of the "Most Affordable 5 star rated car in India." Also, it is the best-selling car in its segment. Since its comeback years back, Tata has become synonymous to safety and the Punch is just an example of that expertise. To achieve a five star crash-test rating, a car doesn't only need modern safety features and airbags as it depends more on structural rigidity of a car and Tata's ALFA-ARC platform helps the Punch by providing it with the same toughness. Other safety features of the Punch include - dual airbags, ISOFIX child seat mounts, ABS with EBD and modern safety tech like Corner Stability Control and Brake Sway Control (BSC).

• Engine: 1.2L Revotron Engine, 1.2L Revotron Bi-fuel
• Power: 86.5 bhp
• Torque: 115 Nm
• Transmission: 5-speed Manual and 5-speed AMT
• Fuel Effieciency: 20.9 kmpl (MT), 18.8 Kmpl with AMT

Tata Altroz - Rs. 6.30 Lakh (Ex-sh)

Second car on our is also a Tata, but despite coming in the list of the "most affordable cars with 5 star crash test rating," its also one of the most premium cars available in its segment. After the arrival of the new Altroz facelift, the car has been further improved from all aspects. Some of the safety-centric highlights of the Altroz includes - 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, ISOFIX child seat mounts, Electronic Stability Control and rear parking sensor (All standard). Moreover, there are advanced features like 360 degree camera, blind view monitor, rain sening wipers and rear defogger (available with higher variants in the lineup). All the above features has helped the Altroz facelift, scoring five star rating in the BNCAP crash tests.

• Engine: 1.2L NA, 1.2L NA BI-fuel and 1.2 litre Diesel
• Power: 88 PS (Petrol), 73.5 PS (CNG), 90 PS (Diesel)
• Torque: 115 Nm (Petrol), 103 Nm (CNG), 200 Nm (Diesel)
• Transmission: 5-speed Manual, 5-speed AMT, 6 DCT (Petrol only)

Maruti Dzire - Rs. 6.25 Lakh (Ex-sh)

Maruti Suzuki, usually considered by people as a carmaker, who prioritizes value for money and effiiciency over all other aspects in their cars. However, noticing the buyer's evolving and choosing safety over efficiency, Maruti Suzuki does the much needed with the new Dzire and Yes! it worked. Some of the notable safety features of the updated Dzire are - 6 airbags, hill-hold assist, rear parking sensors, ISOFIX child seat mounts, ABD with EBD, Electronic Stability Control, (ESP) and rear defogger (all as standard). Over these basic/standard safety features, you get rear view camera, tyre pressure monitoring system and a 360 degree camera.

• Engine: 1.2L NA, 1.2 litre Bi-fuel
• Power: 82 PS (Petrol), 70 PS (CNG)
• Torque: 112 Nm (Petrol), 102 Nm (CNG)
• Transmission: 5-speed Manual, 5-speed AMT
• Fuel Effiiciency (Claimed): 24.79 kmpl (Manual), 25.71 kmpl (AMT) | 33.73 kmpl/kg

Mahindra XUV3XO - Rs. 7.28 lakh (Ex-sh)

Essentially, a major update of the previously available XUV 3OO, the XUV 3XO changed how people use to see the sub-4 metre cars. With advanced safety features like the ADAS L2 and that too at an affordable price tag, XUV 3XO is one of the most safest cars available in its segment. The successor of the XUV 300 meets all the safety standards with features like ABS with EBD, rear parking sensor, ISOFIX child seat mounts, 6 airbags and 3 point seatbelts.

And if you are not satisfied in this much, you can get more stuff like a tyre pressure monitoring system, auto-dimming IRVM, 360 degree camera, front parking sensor, rain sensing wipers, electronic parking brake with auto-hold and most importantly you get the radar-based ADAS Level 2 suite that includes features like lane keep assist, high beam assist, adaptive cruise control, high-beam assist and autonomous emergency braking. Overall, the XUV 3X0 has a strong safety suite with five star crash test rating from BNCAP.

• Engine: 1.2L MPFi Turbo-petrol, 1.2LTGDi turbo-petrol, 1.5L diesel
• Power: 111.5 PS (MPFi turbo petrol), 130 PS (TGDi Petrol), 116 PS (Diesel)
• Torque: 200 Nm (MPFi turbo petrol), 230 Nm (TGDi Petrol), 300 Nm (Diesel)
• Transmission: 6-speed Manual, 6-speed AT, 6 speed AMT (Diesel)

Tata Nexon - Rs. 7.31 lakh (Ex-sh)

When it comes to safety, we can't ignore Tata cars as the brand has made itself a synonymous to car safety in India. And that's why - Nexon is the third Tata car on our list. The Nexon is one of the most-selling and safest cars available in the highly competitive sub-4 metre car market in India. The Tata Nexon offers features like the six airbags, ABS with EBD, seal-belt reminders, ISOFIX child seat mounts, 3 point seat belts, front and rear parking sensor, rain-sensing wipers, 360 degree camera with blind-view monitor, auto headlamps and rain-sening wipers.

Skoda kylaq - Rs. 7.55 lakh (Ex-sh)

There's no denying that the Kylaq has turned out to be a true gamechanger for Skoda Auto India. It can be considered as the brand's first huge success in the India's ever evolving mass market car market. The Kylaq deserved to be in this list, because the company making it is known to offer the top-notch structural safety in their cars.

The comprehensive safety suite of the kylaq includes features like - 6 airbags, ESP, traction control, reverse parking sensors, ISOFIX child mounts and ABS with EBD. Things get even better with features like Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and hill hold control. The Kylaq, recently tested by Bharat NCAP scored full five star rating in the stringent crash tests.

• Engine: 1.0L turbocharged petrol
• Power and torque: 115 PS and 178 Nm
• Transmission: 6-speed Manual, 6-speed AT

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