Speed Meets Savings : Turbochargers are one of the most important inventions for internal combustion engines. It used to be a thing only relevant to expensive performance cars, few entry level cars used to come with a turbo but with time, turbochargers have now found their way to even entry level cars.
However, the turbor petrol has gained immense popularity even in India. There are entry level cars featuring a turbo petrol which are good at both providing performance as well as efficiency when driven with a light foot. So here are 5 sporty turbo cars you can buy under Rs 11 lakhs.
Maruti Suzuki Fronx Turbo
The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is powered by a 1.0L turbo petrol motor that develops 99 bhp and 148 Nm of torque. Though could be slightly less powerful against competition, Fronx turbo petrol engine is relatively quite peppy. It gets mated to a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. The Fronx Turbo comes in from the Zeta variant and is priced from Rs 10.56 lakh (ex-showroom)
Skoda Kylaq
The new addition to the segment, the Skoda Kylaq, offers a turbo petrol option starting from the base model itself, making it one of the most affordable turbo petrol cars in the country. And this, what an engine to start with 1.0L turbo petrol TSI motor which churns out 113 bhp and 178 Nm of torque. It comes mated to a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. Kylaq price starts from Rs 7.89 lakh (ex-showroom).
Hyundai i20 N Line
Of course, the i20 N Line is the real sporty variant in this segment. It also gets a 1.0L turbo petrol engine rated to produce 118 bhp and 172 Nm of torque. The N Line is also treated to new suspension tuning, as well as sporty bits and rear disc brakes. The N Line can be mated to a choice of 6-speed manual or 7-speed dual clutch automatic transmission. Price: Starting from Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom)
Tata Altroz Racer
The Tata Altroz Racer Tata’s venture into the sporty side of the brand. The Altroz Racer will be powered by a 1.2L turbo petrol engine also seen on the Nexon which delivers 118 bhp and 170 Nm of torque. It is paired with a 6-speed manual only. Along with the new bits discussed here, the Altroz Racer is fully loaded with features, naturally. Biggest addition that should be mentioning is a rear spoiler, which is bigger and sportier compared to the standard car. Belonging to the limited-edition hot-hatch segment, expect the Altroz Racer to get some stickers and stripes as well. It is priced from Rs 9.50 lakh (ex-showroom).
Mahindra XUV 3XO
The Mahindra XUV 3XO is an accomplished car in terms of dynamics. There is choice of two turbo petrol engines available, with the more capable preforming unit being the DI Turbo petrol. The the base engine is a 1.2L turbo which makes 110 bhp and 200 Nm of torque. The T-Gdi turbo petrol makes 128 bhp and 230 Nm of torque. Transmission options remain a 6-speed manual, 6-speed torque converter automatic or an AMT. The prices begin from Rs 7.99 lakh (ex-showroom).