People are preferring automatic transmission cars over manual transmission cars as traffic in major centers and suburbs grows. In the Indian automobile industry, there are four main types of automatic transmissions: AMT, CVT, iMT, and DCT. Different automakers use different automatic gearboxes in their vehicles, and some provide more than one kind of automatic transmission. In this article, we'll look at cars with DCT gearbox in India under Rs 20 lakh.
A dual-clutch transmission or DCT, as the name implies, has two clutches. This is because a DCT is two gearboxes working together, each of which requires the use of a clutch for the same reason that a manual transmission does. The cars with DCT allow a good driving experience with smooth shifts without sacrificing power or economy.
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Tata Altroz - Rs 8.09 lakh
Tata Motors has recently launched the dual-clutch automatic transmission variant of its premium hatchback Altroz. The Tata Altroz automatic is powered by the same 1.2-liter Revotron naturally aspirated petrol engine, which produces 85 bhp and 113 Nm of torque. This engine is paired to a 6-speed dual clutch automatic gearbox. A wet-clutch system with advanced cooling systems is installed in the gearbox. The Tata Altroz DCA range starts at Rs 8.09 lakh and goes up to Rs 9.89 lakh (ex-showroom).
Hyundai i20 and i20 N Line - Rs 9.76 Lakh
The Hyundai i20 is one of India's most feature-packed and popular premium hatchbacks. In India, it is available with three engine choices, one of which is paired with a 7-speed DCT gearbox. The i20's 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine produces 118 bhp and 172 Nm of peak torque. The i20 1.0-litre turbo petrol with 7-speed DCT has a pricing range of Rs 9.76 lakh to Rs 11.48 lakh (ex-showroom).
The i20 N Line performance variant also has a DCT transmission and the same engine layout as the i20, but it boasts different colour schemes, wheels, and exhaust system. Hyundai i20 N Line prices start at Rs 9.90 lakh and go up to Rs 11.97 lakh (ex-showroom).
Hyundai Venue - Rs 11.70 lakh
In the 1.0-litre turbocharged variant of the Hyundai Venue, a DCT gearbox is available. It is powered by the same 998cc turbocharged petrol engine as the Hyundai i20, which produces 118 horsepower and 172 Nm of peak torque. The engine is coupled to a 7-speed DCT transmission, with price tag of Rs 11.70 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Kia Sonet - Rs 12.35 lakh
Kia has a strong presence in the Indian market. In India, the Kia Sonet is the brand's entry-level car, based on the Hyundai Venue and sharing the same powertrain and transmission. Furthermore, the Kia has more features on the interior, therefore it is a little more expensive. The 7-speed DCT gearbox, which is geared slightly differently than its cousin. The Kia Sonet DCT comes with a price tag of Rs 12.35 lakh (ex-showroom).
Kia Carens - Rs 13.49 lakh
The Carens, which debuted in February 2022, have attracted a lot of attention and have gotten access to a lot of homes. It is one of India's most affordable MPVs, with a plethora of features. When it comes to the DCT transmission, it's offered in the Carens' 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine variant. The engine is identical to the Sonet's, generating 138 bhp and a peak torque of 242 Nm. The DCT transmission is available in two versions: Prestige Plus and Luxury Plus. The pricing of both variants is Rs 13.49 lakh and Rs 16.19 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively.
Hyundai Verna - Rs 14.27 lakh
The Hyundai Verna is the first sedan on the list, and it is one of India's best-selling mid-size sedans. If you choose the 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine, the Hyundai Verna comes with a DCT transmission. The engine has a max torque of 250 Nm and a power output of 113 bhp. The pricing of the Verna 1.0-litre DCT is Rs 14.27 lakh (ex-showroom).
Kia Seltos - Rs 16.85 lakh
The Seltos compact SUV is the other Kia on the list, and it has done exceptionally well in IndiaThe Seltos is powered by a 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine that produces 138 bhp and 242 Nm of peak torque. A 7-speed DCT gearbox is standard on the Seltos GTX+ grade. You would have to spend Rs 16.85 lakh (ex-showroom) for the DCT transmission.
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MG Hector and Hector Plus - Rs 17.55 lakh
This Chinese-owned British carmaker's offering has found a lot of takers in India. A DCT transmission is available for the Hector. equipped with a 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine capable of producing 140 bhp and 250 Nm of peak torque. The Hector DCT has a price range of Rs 17.55 lakh to Rs 19.48 lakh.
On the other hand, the Hector Plus comes with a same engine and power, the main difference is that the Hector Plus comes with an option of 6 or 7 seats. The price of Hector Plus DCT starts from Rs 18.45 lakh and goes up to Rs 20.20 lakh (ex-showroom).
Skoda Kushaq - Rs 17.79 lakh
How a list of cars with DCT can be complete without a Skoda in it? The Skoda Kushaq was introduced in 2021 to compete with other sub-Rs 20 lakh compact SUVs in India. The 1.5-liter TSI petrol engine generates 148 bhp and 250 Nm of torque and is connected to a DSG gearbox. The Skoda Kushaq is based on the MQB-A0-IN platform, which was designed exclusively for India. The pricing of the Skoda Kushaq 1.5-litre DSG is Rs 17.79 lakh (ex-showroom).
Hyundai Creta - Rs 17.94 lakh
The Hyundai Creta need no introduction; it is one of Hyundai's best-selling vehicles in India. The Creta is loaded with features and is equipped with a powerful engine.The Creta is equipped with a DCT transmission and a 1.4-litre turbo petrol engine that generates 138 bhp and 242 Nm of peak torque. The pricing of the Creta 1.4-litre DCT is Rs 17.94 lakh (ex-showroom).
Volkswagen Taigun - Rs 17.99 lakh
Last year, Volkswagen India launched the Taigun, a compact SUV priced at under Rs 20 lakh segment. The Taigun 1.5-litre variant comes with a DCT gearbox which the VW group refers to as a DSG. The Taigun's 1.5-litre engine produces 148 bhp and 250 Nm of peak torque and is connected to a 7-speed DSG gearbox. The pricing of the Taigun 1.5-litre DSG is Rs 17.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
Skoda Slavia - Rs 17.79 lakh
The Slavia mid-side sedan is the newest addition to Skoda's lineup in India. The 1.5-litre model has a dual-clutch gearbox and produces 148 bhp with a max torque of 250 Nm. The Kushaq and VW Taigun use the same platform as the Slavia. The car with DCT transmission costs Rs 17.79 lakh (ex-showroom).
Volkswagen Virtus - Upcoming
Earlier this month, Volkswagen presented its upcoming mid-size vehicle. In India, the Virtus is the longest sedan in the mid-size sedan segment. The car will be released at the end of May and will come with two engine options: a 1.0-litre TSI and a 1.5-litre TSI. The 1.5-litre TSI engine, which will be paired with a 7-DSG gearbox, is the subject of this topic. The engine has a power output of 148 bhp and a max torque of 250 Nm. The Virtus' pricing is yet unknown, but we estimate that the 1.5-litre model would cost roughly Rs 19-20 lakh (ex-showroom).
So, this is our compilation of cars with DCT gearbox under Rs 20 lakh in India. Which one of the above cars with DCT will you pick? Do let us know in the comments section. Also, join 91Wheels WhatsApp and 91 Wheels Telegram groups to know more about vehicles, conduct discussions on your favorite ride, and much more! Also, you can subscribe to our Youtube channel for video content on the latest from the world of cars and motorcycles.
