A Diesel car in economy class is fast emerging as a hot segment that most automobile manufacturers are eyeing. Earlier petrol cars were preferred over diesel cars for the myth regarding high maintenance cost of a diesel engine. This was partially true in the traditional diesel cars but with advancement in technology, diesel cars now live up to their reputation of economic transportation. Here is a quick reference list of the top selling diesel cars in the economic segment available in India today to help you choose a car that matches your style, class and needs.

Indica V2

The Indica V2 is one of the most successful models of diesel cars in the economic segment. Even though being a small car, the Indica does not compromise on the comfort of the passengers; the car boasts of a comfortable seating with decent leg room, is adequately powered, and offers a safe and convenient drive. The best thing about an Indica V2 is that it not only provides model variants that have some additional features distinguishing the models, but it also provides you the luxury of choosing from engine variants. There are base engine models (DLE, DLS), turbo engine models (DLG, DLX and DLS) and the Dicor models (DLG, DLS). The mileage of the Indica V2 is 12 km per liter in the city and 16 km per liter on the highway. This can slightly change with different engine variants.

Swift Diesel

The Swift Diesel is Maruti’s trump card in the diesel cars market. Maruti joined hands with the leaders in diesel engine technology, Fiat, to create the 1.3 liter multi-jet turbo charged engine. The engine is excellent in fuel efficiency with an astounding 21 km per liter for the Diesel Swift. In spite of the extra weight, the car handles sharp steering and maneuvering pretty well. However, to maintain the price segment, the car misses out on some features like temperature control, ABS and some safety features like airbags. But still the car is selling like hot cakes and is worth every bit of your penny.

Hyundai Getz Prime

The Indian global car conforms to international standards in performance and looks. Hyundai Getz also has the pride of winning some of the most prestigious awards in the international car market. The 1.5 liter diesel engine gives and impressive fuel efficiency of 13 km per liter in the city and 20 km per liter on the highway.