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Diesel cars remain a great pick in India for people who want a mix of performance and fuel efficiency. Brands like Tata, Mahindra, and Land Rover continue to offer reliable options across different budgets. 

 

If you’re looking for something affordable, there are diesel cars under 10 lakhs that fit daily needs. On the other hand, if mileage matters most, models like the Tata Altroz and Hyundai Venue are considered among the best mileage diesel car options, making them practical for both city runs and long drives.

 

Best Diesel Cars in India (March 2026)

 

Model

Price

Body Type

Land Rover Defender 130

₹1.39 - ₹1.63 Cr

SUV

Mahindra XUV700

₹13.66 - ₹23.57 Lakh

SUV

Jeep Compass

₹17.73 - ₹30.25 Lakh

SUV

BMW 3 Series LWB

₹62.00 - ₹65.00 Lakh

Sedan

Mercedes-Benz E-Class

₹78.50 - ₹92.50 Lakh

Sedan

Kia Syros

₹8.67 - ₹15.94 Lakh

SUV

BMW X7

₹1.25 - ₹1.29 Cr

SUV

Kia Seltos

₹10.79 - ₹19.81 Lakhs

SUV

Hyundai Creta

₹10.73 - ₹20.19 Lakhs

SUV

BMW 7 Series

₹1.79 - ₹1.82 Cr

Sedan

 

Diesel Cars - Key Highlights

 

Benchmark

Detail

Upcoming Diesel cars

Tata Sierra, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado

Highest mileage

Tata Altroz

Most Expensive

Land Rover Range Rover (₹2.48 - ₹4.25 Cr)

Most Affordable

Tata Altroz (₹6.30 - ₹10.51 lakh)

5-star Safety Rating

Mahindra XUV700, Kia Syros, Mahindra Scorpio N

Sunroof

Land Rover Defender 130, Hyundai Creta, Jeep Compass

7 seater

BMW X7, Mahindra XUV700, Tata Safari

 

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Popular diesel cars include options as the Mahindra XUV700, Land Rover Defender 130 and BMW X7.


The best mileage diesel cars include options such as the Hyundai Creta, Hyundai Venue and Tata Altroz.

Buyers looking for diesel cars under 10 lakhs can consider the Tata Altroz, Mahindra Bolero and Hyundai Venue.

Tata Altroz delivers up to 27.8 kmpl, making it the highest mileage diesel car.

Mahindra XUV700, Kia Syros and Mahindra Scorpio N are diesel cars with 5-star safety rating.

Yes, upcoming diesel cars include the Tata Sierra, and Toyota Land Cruiser Prado.

Land Rover Range Rover is the most expensive diesel car priced between ₹2.48 - ₹4.25 Cr (ex-showroom).

The Tata Altroz is the cheapest diesel car, with prices starting from ₹6.30 lakh (ex-showroom).

Popular diesel cars with sunroof include the Land Rover Defender 130, Hyundai Creta, and Jeep Compass.

Several brands offer diesel automatic cars in India, including SUVs like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, and premium sedans like the BMW 3 Series LWB.

The diesel car price in India varies. For example, the Tata Altroz price starts at ₹6.30 lakh, whereas luxury models like the Land Rover Range Rover can cost up to ₹4.25 Cr (ex-showroom). 

Yes, some of the popular diesel sedan cars in India include the BMW 3 Series LWB, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and BMW 7 Series.

The best diesel car under 15 lakhs includes options such as Kia Syros, Mahindra Bolero Neo+ and Kia Sonet.

Tata Safari and Mahindra XUV700 are among the popular choices available as 7 seater diesel cars in India.

Several diesel cars above ₹1 crore in India include:

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Last Updated on: 20 Feb 2026