Most affordable cars and SUVs with ADAS: Mahindra XUV 3XO to Honda City

The inclusion of ADAS (Advanced driver-assistance systems) in cars and SUVs is increasing every day in the Indian market. It might soon become the norm and is one of the most useful safety features. Using the sensors, cameras, and algorithms, ADAS provides a suite of features that assist drivers in various aspects of driving, from maintaining lane position to detecting potential collisions.
These systems, ranging from adaptive cruise control to lane departure warnings, enhance the driving experience without breaking the bank. With features once reserved for luxury vehicles now offered in budget-friendly options, drivers can enjoy added peace of mind on the road. In this article, let’s take a look at affordable cars and SUVs with the ADAS system in India.
Mahindra XUV 3XO

First on the list is the recently launched Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5L variant priced at Rs 11.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The XUV 3XO gets Level 2 ADAS borrowed from the XUV 700 and gets Forward Collision Warning (FCW), Autonomous Emergency Brakes (AEB), lane departure warning, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, smart pilot assist, traffic sign recognition and driver drowsiness detection.
Talking about the powertrain, the entry-level MX1, MX2 PRO, MX3 and AX5 variants are offered with a 111hp, 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine paired with a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic. Another engine is the 117hp, 1.5-litre turbo diesel paired with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed AMT gearbox. The AX5L and higher variants are powered by the 130hp, 1.2-litre turbo direct injection petrol unit, which comes paired with an Aisin-sourced 6-speed torque convertor automatic and 6-speed manual gearbox.
Hyundai Venue

Second car on the list is Hyundai Venue SX (O) priced at Rs 12.44 lakh (ex-showroom). The Venue is offered with camera-based ADAS system and gets features such as forward collision warning, forward collision avoidance assist, lane keep assist, high beam assist, leading vehicle departure alert and more. The Hyundai Venue is offered with three engine options - 116 hp, 250 Nm, 1.5-litre turbo diesel, 120 hp, 170 Nm, 1.0-litre turbo petrol and 83 hp, 115 nm, 1.2-litre NA petrol.
Honda City

The third car on the list is the Honda City V manual priced at Rs 12.7 lakh (ex-showroom). The City too gets camera-based ADAS system and gets features such as lane-keeping assist, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, collision mitigation braking system and automatic high-beam assist. The City is powered by a 1.5-litre NA petrol engine with 121 hp of power and 145 nm of torque, it comes paired either with a 6-speed manual or a CVT automatic.
Kia Sonet

Next car on the list is Hyundai Venue's cousin Kia Sonet. The GTX plus variant gets ADAS and is priced at Rs 14.6 lakh (ex-showroom). Just like Venue the Sonet too gets camera based ADAS features such as forward collision warning, forward collision avoidance assist, lane keep assist, high beam assist, leading vehicle departure alert and more. The Kia Sonet is offered with three engine options - 116 hp, 250 Nm, 1.5-litre turbo diesel, 120 hp, 170 Nm, 1.0-litre turbo petrol and 83 hp, 115 nm, 1.2-litre NA petrol.
Honda Elevate

Next on the list is the Honda Elevate ZX manual priced from Rs 15.2 lakh (ex-showroom). Similar to the Honda City the Elevate too gets camera-based ADAS features such as lane-keeping assist, lane departure warning, adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, collision mitigation braking system and automatic high-beam assist. The Elevate is powered by a 1.5-litre NA petrol engine with 121 hp of power and 145 nm of torque, it comes paired either with a 6-speed manual or a CVT automatic.
Hyundai Verna

Another Hyundai on the list is the Hyundai Verna sedan. The top-spec SX(O) gets ADAS and is priced at Rs 14.7 lakh (ex-showroom). It gets radar-based ADAS features such as Forward Collision Warning and Avoidance Assist, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Lane-keep warning and blind spot assist warning, and a safe exit warning. The Verna is offered with two engine options - a 1.5-litre NA petrol and a 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine.