AMT cars are the new popular variant in the automotive industry for they make driving a hassle-free activity

Just like everything has evolved, cars have evolved too. Cars are no more a mere mode of transport but are treated as a luxury item and a mode of entertainment. From quick city rides to long drives on the smooth highway or hill station, cars are an ideal choice for many. In such kind of drives, it is essential to have a gearbox that’s easy to shift and does not produce too much jerk inside the cabin.

Hence, automated manual transmission or AMT is the new favourite of the buyers. While there was an era when AMT was too costly, their cost has come down significantly at present along with the surge in the purchasing power of the general mass. In this article, we have listed the best AMT cars available in India right now. Note that all the cars are within a price bracket of INR 15 lakh and they are offered in several variants by the manufacturer.

Renault Kwid

The Renault Kwid is an entry-level hatchback that offers a premium AMT experience. The AMT version of the Kwid is equipped with a 1.0-litre engine and carries a price tag of close to INR 4.50 lakh.

Maruti Alto Celerio

Another affordable hatchback in the Indian market is the Celerio from Maruti Suzuki. The car is available in 1.0-litre petrol variant along with a CNG variant. However, the AMT version is only available with the petrol variant. The top of the trim AMT model is priced at INR 5.58 lakh.

Kia Sonet

The compact SUV from Kia is available in three variants such as 1.2-litre petrol, 1.0-litre turbo petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. The AMT version is available in two variants i.e. 1.2-litre turbo petrol and 1.5-litre diesel. The SUV begins for INR 6 lakh and goes up to INR 12 lakh.

Honda Amaze

The Honda Amaze is a sedan, available in a 1.2-litre petrol engine and a 1.5-litre diesel engine variant. The car is equipped with CVT, which is also a kind of AMT mechanism. It begins at INR 6 lakh and goes up to INR 9.99 lakh.

Mahindra Thar

The Mahindra Thar is a pure off-roader in this list with four engine options (two petrol, two diesel) that are available in cubic centimetre of 1,997cc and 2,184cc. The base version of the Thar is sold for INR 9.8 lakh, whereas the top of trim carries a price-tag of INR 13.75 lakh.