Cars With Highest Ground Clearance Under Rs 10 Lakh in India: Check List Here

Indian roads are one of those places where you'll run into a number of unpredictable situations either its potholes, breakers or undulations. Guidelines specify a roughly 100-mm rise for conventional road humps, but on the ground, breakers are often taller than that, and potholes are just as common a problem while driving. So, having a car with high ground clearance becomes a necessity. If you're on a tight budget and don't want to scrape your pockets much, we've got you covered. In this article, we'll discuss the cars with the highest ground clearance under Rs 10 lakh. 

Renault Kiger - 205 MM

The Renault Kiger offers 205mm of ground clearance, which makes it suitable for Indian roads. The Kiger has also received its 2025 update, and with that it gives you features such as an 8.0-inch touchscreen and a 7.0-inch TFT digital instrument cluster, which make it a solid package. Moreover, it has keyless entry, push-button start, automatic climate control, ambient lighting, wireless smartphone charging and connectivity and a PM2.5 air filter. 

On the mechanical front it gives you the option to choose from a 1.0-litre, naturally aspirated petrol and 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit. While the former unit belts out 71 bhp and 96 Nm of torque, the latter produces 98.6 bhp and 152 Nm respectively. While both engines get a 5-speed manual gearbox as standard, the NA petrol gets an option of a 5-speed AMT, and the turbo petrol gets an option of a 5-speed CVT. The Renault Kiger is priced between Rs 6.09 lakh (ex-showroom) and Rs 11.22 lakh (ex-showroom).

Nissan Magnite - 205 MM

The Nissan Magnite offers a commendable ground clearance of 205mm, which allows it to tackle potholes, speed breakers and tough terrains with ease. Beyond this, the Magnite is a feature-packed SUV. Some of them include an 8-inch touchscreen, rear AC vents, auto climate control, 360-degree camera, wireless charger,  7.0-inch digital instrument cluster, new auto headlamps, auto-dimming IRVM, new type-C charging ports, and a new key fob with remote start. 

Under the hood, the Magnite offers two engine options: a 1.0-litre NA petrol and a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit, which are identical to the Renault Kiger's. Prices for the Nissan Magnite range between Rs 6.14 lakh (ex-showroom) and Rs 9.27 lakh (ex-showroom).

Tata Punch - 187 MM

Up next we have the Tata Punch which starts at an attractive price of Rs 6.19 lakh (ex-showroom), standing tall with a ground clearance of 187 mm. This micro-SUV not only offers ample ground clearance but also offers a robust set of features and a well-equipped safety package as well. Some of the key features include a 7.0-inch semi-digital instrument cluster, a 7.0-inch touchscreen,  automatic projector headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, automatic climate control, rain-sensing wipers, a rear wiper and washer, puddle lamps and 16-inch diamond cut alloy wheels.

Mechanically, the Tata Punch is powered by a 1.2-litre, three-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine which belts out 86 hp and 113 Nm of torque. You also get a CNG option, paired with a 5-speed gearbox, while the petrol variants are available with both a 6-speed manual and a 5-speed AMT.

Maruti Suzuki Fronx - 190 MM

The Maruti Suzuki is a stylish crossover with 190mm of ground clearance, which gives it an SUV stance while maintaining a hatchback-like vibe. In terms of features, the Fronx doesn't disappoint. It comes equipped with a 9-inch infotainment touch screen, leather-wrapped steering wheel, a 360-degree camera, a head-up display, wireless smartphone charging, connected car tech and 6 airbags.

Under the hood, it gets two engine options: a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol unit producing 100 hp and 147 Nm of torque and a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol unit producing 89.7 hp and 113 Nm of torque. Both the engines get an option of 5-speed manual transmission. However, while the 1.0-litre turbo petrol unit gets a 6-speed torque converter, the 1.2-litre petrol unit gets the option of a 5-speed AMT. As for the pricing it comes at Rs 7.52 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes up to Rs 13.04 lakh (ex-showroom).

Kia Sonet - 205 MM

The Kia Sonet is a sub-4-meter SUV that offers a ground clearance of 205mm, which is sufficient to tackle bad roads, high-speed breakers, and rough terrains. The Sonet is a feature-packed SUV, as it gets a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment unit with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Additionally, it offers ventilated front seats, cruise control, an air purifier, and a Bose audio system.

In terms of powertrains, the Sonet offers a 1.2-litre NA petrol mated with a 5-speed manual, a 1.0-litre turbo petrol clubbed with either a 6-speed iMT or 7-speed DCT, and a 1.5-litre CRDi diesel unit paired with either a 6-speed manual, 6-speed iMT and 6-speed torque converter. The nat-asp petrol unit produces 82.9 hp and 113.8 Nm of torque, while the turbo-petrol puts out 120 hp and 172Nm of torque. The diesel unit churns out 115 and 250 Nm of torque.

Tata Nexon - 208 MM

Tata Nexon is one of the most popular subcompact SUVs, being on the top charts from the last 4 years, offering a stylish design along with a feature-packed cabin. With a ground clearance of 208mm, Nexon stands tall, ensuring a smoother rider over potholes and speed breakers. Tata has loaded the Nexon with premium features and safety of course there, it has 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Android Auto & Apple CarPlay. Moreover, it has a digital instrument cluster, ventilated front seats, a 360-degree camera, and a premium 9-speaker JBL sound system. 

Powering the Tata Nexon is a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine putting out 120 hp and 170Nm of torque, and a 1.5-litre diesel engine producing 115hp and 260Nm of torque respectively. Both engines get the option of a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed AMT, and the petrol unit additionally gets an option of a 5-speed manual in the base trims, and a 7-speed DCT in higher trims. The Tata Nexon price ranges between Rs 8.89 lakh (ex-showroom) and Rs 15.39 lakh (ex-showroom).