Top 5 Most Affordable 2025 Diesel Cars: Are you also thinking of buying an affordable diesel car this Diwali?
We’ve brought you five of the cheapest diesel cars in India, which could be the best options for you in 2025, offering excellent mileage, power, and a budget factory price.
If you’re interested in buying one, you can learn about The Top 5 Most Affordable 2025 Diesel Cars in this article.
1. Mahindra Bolero
The Mahindra Bolero, whose 2025 updated model has also been launched, is among the most affordable diesel cars in 2025.
Its ex-showroom price now starts at ₹7.99 lakh, and the top variant reaches ₹9.69 lakh (ex-showroom).
It is powered by a 1.5-liter, 3-cylinder diesel engine that generates 76 hp of power and 210 Nm of torque. This engine comes mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.
2. Tata Altroz
At number two on the list of diesel cars is the Tata Altroz, the only hatchback in the Tata segment.
Prices start at ₹8.10 lakh (ex-showroom) and go up to ₹10.17 lakh (ex-showroom) for the top variant.
This diesel hatchback is powered by a 1.5-liter diesel engine that produces 90 HP and 210 Nm of torque. This engine is only available with a manual gearbox option.
3. Mahindra Bolero Neo
The Mahindra Bolero Neo is a 7-seater SUV in the diesel segment, a great option for families. It also features a 1.5-liter diesel engine that generates 100 hp and 260 Nm of torque.
It comes with a 5-speed manual gearbox. With its rear-wheel drive and letter-frame body, it also runs smoothly on two roads.
Speaking of the Price, its new 2025 model now has an ex-showroom price starting at ₹8.49 lakh (ex-showroom) and going up to ₹9.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
4. Mahindra XUV 3XO
Number four is the Mahindra XUV 3XO, with ex-showroom prices starting at ₹8.95 lakh (ex-showroom) and going up to ₹13.43 lakh (ex-showroom).
It also features a 1.5-liter diesel engine that produces 117 hp and 300 Nm of torque, the best in the diesel segment.
With this engine, you get the option of both manual and automatic gearboxes.
5. Kia Sonet
Number 5 on this list is Kia’s Kia Sonet, a stylish compact SUV that offers a diesel-automatic combo with premium looks.
It also features a 1.5-liter diesel engine and automatic gearbox combination, considered the most refined and powerful in its segment.
Its ex-showroom price starts at ₹8.98 lakh and goes up to ₹14.09 lakh (ex-showroom).