Which is the best car under 7.5 lakh? Nissan Magnite, Tata Altroz, or Maruti Baleno? Is the Nissan Magnite a good option to buy?

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The Nissan Magnite is a good option to consider. It is spacious, has a comfortable ride, and the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine is punchy and efficient. Plus, it has an SUV-like road presence that the other two hatchbacks lack. It also received a 5-star crash test rating from Global NCAP.

The Tata Altroz also has a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, as well as a spacious cabin, comfortable ride, and good features. However, the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine in the Nissan Magnite is more efficient.

The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the most efficient of the lot, but hasn't been updated in a while, and is now starting to show its age.

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Dec 15, 2025

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