KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Kia Syros offers great feautres from the base variant.
- Seltos HTK (O) is the new value for money variant.
- Nexon is the only SUV here with with CNG on offer.
Rear parking sensors have become extremely common today; you get them in the base variant of all modern cars, and every new driver is addicted to them, as they elevate the experience to the best. However, automakers aren't giving enough value to the front parking sensors, as just like the rear ones, they too are fantastic and make a huge difference. But they aren't as easily available in many cars, and the cars that do offer them usually put them in the top-of-the-line variants. Based on this, let's start and check out the most affordable options you have for this safety feature. More information below; in the meantime, make sure to join the 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Cheapest Cars With Front Parking Sensors
Kia Syros
Kia has hit a home run with the launch of the Syros. This sub-4 meter SUV is the ultimate choice if features and space are your priorities. The Seltos doesn't just pack high-end features that are typically unavailable in cars of its segment; in fact, you won't find many of these technologies even in cars above its segment. For starters, front parking sensors are available from the base variant, HTK, which costs Rs 9 lakh ex-showroom. To sweeten the deal, this price tag also includes a 10.25-inch screen, sun blinds, a rear parking camera, and rear parking sensors. Clearly, a new benchmark has been set.
Tata Nexon
Front parking sensors are added in the second-top variant, Creative + PS, which has an ex-showroom cost of Rs 12.69 lakh. This variant also brings other top-notch features such as a panoramic sunroof, Bi-LED headlamps, TPMS, 4 speakers + 2 tweeters, and a wide, X-Graphic LED tail-light. Moreover, before this, front parking sensors were not available in any Tata vehicle. To add more, here you can choose between 3 powertrain options - 1.2L turbocharged, 1.5L diesel, and a CNG one. Lastly, with the turbo petrol engine, Tata offers a DCA gearbox, so even for people who love fast driving, there is an option.
Mahindra XUV 3XO
For people who want a fun-to-drive compact SUV that scores high even on features, there is not really a better option than the Mahindra XUV 3OO. Available with three engine options, and all of them are turbocharged, which makes it a top choice among customers. To add more, front parking sensors are available from the AX7 trim, which starts at Rs 12.57 lakh ex-showroom, with the petrol 1.2L engine. This is the second-to-top variant and also comes with features like Harman Kardon Premium audio, R17 diamond-cut alloy wheels, panoramic skyroof, cooled glove box, and front parking assist system. Above this, Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree parking camera, and a blind view monitor are available.
Kia Setlos
Seltos, Kia's best-selling and first vehicle launched by the brand, always remains in the news because every month or quarter, new variants are introduced along with new features. As of now, there are 9 core variants of the Seltos, and the most affordable one to offer front parking sensors is the HTK (O), which costs Rs 12.99 lakh and is packed with a great set of modern features. For example, it comes with all four disc brakes, an 8-inch infotainment screen, push start button, panoramic sunroof, and 16-inch alloy wheels. Lastly, this is a newly launched variant and has received tremendous response from customers.
Hyundai Verna
The only sedan in the list that offers front parking sensors is the Hyundai Verna. From its SX variant, which begins at Rs 13.15 lakh ex-showroom, the Verna gets a host of other features as well, such as LED headlamps, R16 diamond-cut alloy wheels, a 10.25-inch infotainment system, front tweeters, a smart trunk, and auto-folding outside mirrors. Lastly, customers can also choose the iVT or, in simple terms, the CVT gearbox, which costs Rs 14.40 lakh ex-showroom. The engine option only includes a 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine making 115 PS and 143.8 Nm of torque.
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Verdict
So, these are the most affordable cars that come with front parking sensors, and out of these, the Kia Seltos is a special product, as it offers this safety feature from the base variant, unlike other vehicles which offer it from the mid or second-top variants. Also, the Kia Seltos is the biggest car here - a mid-size SUV - and comes with the most lucrative trim options, where you can choose between 3 engine options and multiple gearboxes. So, this is the list.
