5 Most Affordable Cars with ADAS You Can Currently Buy in India

As advanced safety features become more common in the Indian car market, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) is no longer limited to expensive luxury cars. Several mainstream models now offer features such as adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, autonomous emergency braking and forward collision warning at relatively affordable prices. If you are looking for a car that combines everyday practicality with added safety technology, here are five of the most affordable ADAS-equipped cars you can buy in India.

The Honda Amaze ZX is currently one of the most affordable cars in India to offer ADAS technology. The top-spec variant is priced at around Rs 9.39 lakh (ex-showroom).

It gets a Level-1 ADAS suite with features such as Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keep Assist (LKAS), Road Departure Mitigation and Auto High-Beam Assist. The Amaze is powered by a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, available with both manual and CVT gearbox options.

The Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5L is the second most affordable ADAS-equipped car on this list, with prices starting at Rs 12.02 lakh (ex-showroom).

It offers a choice of turbo-petrol and diesel engines, with manual and automatic gearbox options available depending on the variant. The ADAS package includes features such as Forward Collision Warning, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning and Adaptive Cruise Control. Other features include a touchscreen infotainment system with steering-mounted controls and automatic climate control.

The Honda City offers Level-2 ADAS technology on all variants except the base SV trim, making it one of the more accessible sedans with advanced safety features.

The City V is priced at Rs 13.58 lakh (ex-showroom). It is powered by a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, with both manual and CVT gearbox options. Its ADAS suite includes Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist, Road Departure Mitigation, Auto High-Beam Assist, Lead Car Departure Notification and Collision Mitigation Braking System.

The Kia Sonet GTX+ is another relatively affordable option with ADAS technology. Priced at Rs 13.66 lakh (ex-showroom), the top-spec variant gets a Level-1 ADAS suite. The ADAS features include Forward Collision Warning and Assist, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Following Assist, Lane Departure Warning, High-Beam Assist and Leading Vehicle Departure Alert. The GTX+ does not get a manual gearbox and is available with either a diesel automatic or turbo-petrol DCT powertrain.

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The Tata Nexon Fearless+ PS A is the most expensive car on this list, priced at Rs 14.22 lakh (ex-showroom).

It stands out by offering a Level-2 ADAS suite in the sub-Rs 15 lakh price bracket. However, the ADAS-equipped variant is available only with a 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine paired with a DCT automatic gearbox.

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It does not get diesel, manual or CNG options. Other safety features include a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, six airbags, a 360-degree camera, Electronic Stability Control and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.