Best petrol-manual compact SUVs in India

Offering the image, ground clearance and high seating position of a traditional SUV in a hatchback-like footprint, compact SUVs make for a great fit for today's buyers. The petrol engine and manual gearbox combo is a popular choice so we've listed out your options and picked the best of the winner. There's also an SUV that's worth waiting for. 

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If not for its concept car-like design, you’ll sure take note of the Nexon for its inviting price tag. There’s a lot more to like about the Tata compact SUV too – it feels tough, it steers well and the interior also scores big on comfort. The weak link in the package is the 110hp, 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine. While refined, the engine doesn’t feel very gutsy and low-speed power delivery isn’t smooth either.

Tata Nexon petrol variant-wise prices