New Delhi: The Indian car market has been on the rise in more recent times in terms of both features and mileage. The options go from big and heavy SUVs to saloons, and each segment has a good performance car that delivers the power. They are fun to drive and give you enough power under your right foot to confidently go for those overtakes.

In fact, just under the Rs 25 lakh price bracket, you have quite a few cars that produce over the 145 bhp mark, making them good for weekend spirited drives, daily commutes and shortening the long highways. Here’s a look at the top five cars under Rs 25 lakh that can deliver a good 145 bhp+ punch.

5) Volkswagen Virtus GT

The Virtus GT is one of the best saloons for driving enthusiasts of the modern day. It comes with a 1.5-litre TSI turbo-petrol engine that makes 147 bhp and feels quite strong in terms of performance. It is paired with a DSG gearbox and is quite stable in triple-digit speeds. 

4) Skoda Kushaq 1.5 TSI

Skoda Kushaq delivers great performance whilst maintaining the SUV feeling

The Skoda Kushq comes with the same 1.5-litre TSI turbo-petrol that delivers 147 bhp into the compact SUV body. It is paired with a 7-speed DSG, and it has good European driving dynamics and is a planted SUV at high speeds with premium cabin quality. 

3) Hyundai Verna Turbo

The newest Verna Turbo is quite a masterpiece and comes with a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol that makes 157 bhp, which enables it to deliver a strong performance consistently. Pair that with a sharp design and a cabin loaded with features. With the Hyundai reliability that has served the Indian buyers for years, Verna Turbo sits pretty well in terms of a premium saloon.

2) Kia Seltos 1.5 turbo petrol

Kia Seltos delivers amazing performance and premium build quality

One of the powertrains from Kia Seltos is a 1.5-litre turbo that can put out almost 158 bhp, and with smooth DCT shifts, this is one of the big SUVs that comes in a good budget. The SUV got updated in late 2025, and the cabin feels fresh, and the design is quite striking as well.

1) Skoda Slavia 1.5 TSI

The Slavia shares the same mechanics as the Virtus and the same 1.5-litre turbo-petrol that delivers over the 147 bhp mark. It is blisteringly quick and comfortable to take on long drives. It is stable and can negotiate quick corners without giving that rollover feeling.