While SUVs continue to dominate the Indian market, sedans still offer a lower driving position, better aerodynamics and, in many cases, stronger performance than similarly priced SUVs. Buyers today also have a wider mix of naturally aspirated petrol, turbo-petrol and hybrid options to choose from.
Here’s a look at the most powerful petrol sedans in India under Rs 25 lakh, ranked by power output.
5. Hyundai Verna 1.5 NA petrol
115hp, 144Nm
The naturally aspirated version of the Verna uses a 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine producing 115hp and 144Nm. Buyers can choose between a 6-speed manual gearbox and a CVT automatic. The Verna recently received a facelift, bringing revised styling and updated features. Prices for the Verna 1.5 NA range start at Rs 10.98 lakh and go up to Rs 17.15 lakh.
However, the Verna shares the fifth spot with two other sedans.
Skoda Slavia / Volkswagen Virtus 1.0 TSI
115hp, 178 Nm
The Slavia and Virtus share Volkswagen Group’s 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol engine, which develops 115hp and 178Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque-converter automatic.
The Slavia 1.0 TSI is priced from Rs 10 lakh to Rs 16.69 lakh, while the Virtus 1.0 TSI range starts at Rs 10.50 lakh and goes up to Rs 16.30 lakh. Both sedans are also due for facelifts later this year.
4. Honda City 1.5 NA petrol
121hp, 145Nm
The Honda City’s 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine produces 121hp and 145Nm, paired with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a CVT automatic. The City recently received a facelift with updated styling and additional features. Prices currently range from Rs 12 lakh to Rs 17.15 lakh.
3. Honda City Hybrid
126hp, 253 Nm
The City e:HEV is currently the only strong-hybrid sedan in this segment. It combines the same 1.5-litre petrol engine with a dual-motor strong-hybrid setup and an e-CVT gearbox. The total system output stands at 126hp and 253Nm of torque. Priced at around Rs 21 lakh, the City e:HEV is offered exclusively in the fully loaded ZX+ trim.
2. Volkswagen Virtus GT / Skoda Slavia 1.5 TSI
150hp, 250 Nm
Higher variants of the Virtus and Slavia use Volkswagen Group’s 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine producing 150hp and 250Nm of torque. Gearbox options include a 6-speed manual and a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Prices for the Slavia 1.5 TSI start at Rs 17.93 lakh and go up to Rs 17.99 lakh, while the Virtus GT is priced from Rs 18.80 lakh to Rs 19 lakh.
1. Hyundai Verna 1.5 turbo-petrol
160hp, 253 Nm
Topping this list is the turbo-petrol Hyundai Verna. Its 1.5-litre mill produces 160hp and 253Nm, making it the most powerful petrol sedan in India under Rs 25 lakh. The engine is paired with either a 6-speed manual gearbox or a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic. The Verna turbo range starts at Rs 16.28 lakh and goes up to Rs 18.25 lakh (ex-showroom).
All prices are ex-showroom, India.
