In today’s jam-packed city traffic, driving a manual car gets too tiring. While there are affordable AMT cars in the market, they are just not as smooth as a good old torque converter AT gearbox. So, here are the 5 most affordable cars with a torque converter gearbox!
-
Maruti Suzuki Ciaz
One of the most comfortable sedans out there, the Ciaz gets an automatic option as well! The Ciaz is the cheapest car in its segment, and so is the automatic variant. The Delta variant of the Ciaz gets a 4-Speed AT gearbox, paired to a 1.5L petrol engine. This variant is priced at Rs. 10.71 Lakhs, ex-showroom.
-
Maruti Suzuki Brezza
The Brezza is one of India’s best-selling SUVs! Good build quality, premium features, a reliable engine and Maruti’s service are a few of the things that work in its favour. The Brezza shares its engine with the Ciaz, and also shares the 4-Speed AT gearbox. The automatic option comes in on the VXi AT variant that costs Rs. 9.97 Lakhs, ex-showroom.
-
Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
The Ertiga is Maruti’s cheaper alternative to an Innova! This MPV has been immensely successful ever since it launched and it continues to stay at the top, consistently. The VXi AT variant of the Ertiga gets a 4-Speed torque converter AT gearbox, and it comes in at Rs. 10.12 Lakhs, ex-showroom.
-
Maruti Suzuki XL6
Another Maruti on this list of most affordable cars with a torque converter! The XL6 is the more premium version of the Ertiga that is sold only through NEXA. It too gets a similar setup of a 1.5L petrol engine along with the 4-Speed automatic gearbox. On the XL6, the automatic gearbox is available from the Zeta variant which is priced at Rs.11.34 Lakhs, ex-showroom.
-
Maruti Suzuki S-Cross
We promise this is the last Maruti here! The S-Cross also gets a 4-Speed torque converter along with the 1.5L Petrol engine. This is by far the most premium car Maruti has ever made for India, and it sure feels like one. The automatic gearbox is available from the Delta variant which is priced at Rs.11.1 Lakhs, ex-showroom.
-
KIA Sonet
This is the most expensive car on this list of most affordable cars with a torque converter. The diesel, HTX variant of the Sonet gets the option of a 6-Speed torque converter gearbox. The engine is a 1.5L Diesel that makes 114HP and 250nm torque. This is the most powerful engine on this list! This AT SUV is priced at Rs. 11.69 Lakhs, ex-showroom.
So here was a list of the most affordable cars with a torque converter gearbox! Let us know in the comments below what you’d like to read next!
FAQs:
1. Which car comes with a torque converter?
Plenty of cars in India still carry the old-school torque converter heart. The Hyundai Creta diesel, Kia Seltos, Toyota Fortuner, and Skoda Slavia 1.5 TSI – all use it. It’s steady, proven, and built for those who value smooth power over fancy new tricks.
2. Which is better, CVT or a torque converter?
A CVT glides through traffic quietly, saving fuel and effort. But a torque converter has weight in its step — it grips the road, builds power, and answers back when you press the pedal. If you love calm rides, go CVT. If you crave pull and response, torque converter wins.
3. Which car has 500 Nm torque in India?
The big ones carry that kind of strength — the Toyota Fortuner Legender, Jeep Meridian, and BMW X3 diesel. They pull like beasts, steady and relentless, with enough torque to climb, haul, and surge past without strain.
4. Is TC better than AMT?
Yes, by a good margin. A torque converter shifts like it understands you, clean and sure. AMTs are cheaper, yes, but often stumble in traffic. The TC stays graceful where AMTs feel rushed.
5. Does Creta have a torque converter?
Yes, the Hyundai Creta diesel automatic runs on a 6-speed torque converter. It’s smooth, composed, and perfectly tuned for city heat and highway stretch alike — quiet power that never shows off, but always delivers.
