From Honda Elevate to Kia Sonet: These are the most affordable ADAS cars available under Rs 15 lakh

The safety technology of cars in India is continuously becoming advanced. Till some time ago, ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) was available only in expensive luxury cars, but now this feature is also available in affordable cars of Rs 10-15 lakh. This change has given a completely new direction to the Indian automobile market. Let us know about some cheap ADAS cars available in India.

India’s cheapest ADAS car

• Honda Amaze has achieved the status of the most affordable sedan in India with ADAS features. Its top variant ZX includes Honda Sensing ADAS technology, which makes driving safer. Features like forward collision warning, lane departure assist and auto emergency braking have been provided in it. The 1.2-litre petrol engine of Amaze is available with both manual and CVT options, which provides smooth driving in the city and on the highway. Priced below Rs 15 lakh, this car with ADAS is a great option in terms of safety.

Tata Nexon

• Tata Nexon is already famous for its 5-star safety rating, but with the addition of Level-2 ADAS in 2024, it has become an even more advanced SUV. ADAS is available in Nexon’s Fearless+ PS Petrol DCT and Red Dark Edition variants. Features like lane keep assist, forward collision alert, blind spot monitoring and 360-degree camera have been provided in it. At a price of less than Rs 14 lakh, extra features like sunroof and ventilated seats make it one of the most feature-rich cars in its segment.

Mahindra XUV 3XO

• Mahindra’s new XUV 3XO has been in the news since its launch due to its features. This is Mahindra’s first compact SUV with Level-2 ADAS. Its AX5 L and AX7 L variants include modern safety technologies like adaptive cruise control, blind spot alert, traffic sign recognition and auto emergency braking. The XUV 3XO comes with two engine options – 1.2-litre turbo petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. In a budget of less than Rs 15 lakh, this SUV becomes a better option due to its strong build and advanced features.

Honda Elevate

• Honda Elevate is known as a strong SUV in its segment. Its ZX variant is available with Honda Sensing ADAS technology for Rs 14.90 lakh. This includes features like collision mitigation braking system, lane keep assist and road departure mitigation. The Elevate’s 1.5-litre petrol engine and better driving experience make it a premium option with ADAS under Rs 15 lakh.

Kia Sonet

• Kia Sonet is already popular for its attractive design, features and premium feel. Level-1 ADAS technology is available in its GTX+ and X-Line variants. It includes features like forward collision warning, lane departure warning and driver attention monitoring. After adding ADAS along with Bose audio system, wireless charger, ventilated seats and premium interior, Sonet has joined the list of smartest SUVs under Rs 15 lakh.