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7 Cars Under Rs 20 Lakh In India With A Heads-up Display


A heads-up display shows crucial details from the instrument cluster above the dashboard’s height to help drivers keep their eyes on the road

Cars with a heads-up display under Rs 20 lakh

A growing variety of luxury and premium features are being democratised to mass-market models in recent years. Included in that list is the heads-up display that first came to the masses with the Kia Seltos back in 2019. Thanks to carmakers such as Maruti and Toyota, a heads-up display today is available in cars priced under Rs 10 lakh as well. Let’s first see what the feature offers:

What Is A Heads-up Display (HUD)?

Heads-up display

There are a few types of heads-up displays available on cars based on their prices and segments. Most mass-market cars with this feature use a transparent panel which is placed on the driver side of the dashboard, falling virtually in line with the road ahead. It relays some key bits of information from the instrument cluster onto the display that pops up from its housing, so that the driver does not have to take their eyes off the road.

Let’s now have a look at the models which offer you a HUD under Rs 20 lakh:

Maruti Baleno

Maruti Baleno heads-up display

  • In early 2022, the Maruti Baleno became the first model under Rs 10 lakh to get a heads-up display.

  • Its heads-up display, which is reserved for the top-spec Alpha trim, shows information such as vehicle speed, gear position indicator (AMT only), and tachometer readout (RPM) as well.

  • The Maruti Baleno Alpha retails from Rs 9.33 lakh onwards.

Toyota Glanza

Toyota Glanza heads-up display

  • Shortly after the facelifted Baleno went on sale, the Toyota Glanza was given a refresh as well (being the former’s rebadged version).

  • With the update, the Toyota hatchback also got the heads-up display, although reserved for its top-spec V trim.

  • Toyota Glanza V is priced from Rs 9.73 lakh.

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Maruti Fronx

Maruti Fronx

  • The Maruti Baleno served as the base for the carmaker to develop a sub-4m crossover SUV called the Maruti Fronx, which was launched in early 2023.

  • Being based on the premium hatchback, it shares almost all the features with the former, including a heads-up display. The convenience feature is limited to the top-spec Alpha trim of the crossover.

  • The Maruti Fronx Alpha is priced from Rs 11.47 lakh.

Maruti Brezza

Maruti Brezza heads-up display

  • In mid-2022, the Maruti Brezza was launched in its second-generation avatar, which made it a more tech-loaded offering.

  • As part of the feature upgrades, the sub-4m SUV got a head-up display on its fully loaded ZXi+ variants. It shows the same data as the Baleno, which includes the gear position indicator, cruise control, and digital speedometer.

  • The Maruti Brezza ZXi+ trim starts at Rs 12.48 lakh.

Maruti Grand Vitara

Maruti Grand Vitara heads-up display

  • The Grand Vitara nameplate was revived for Maruti’s latest entry in the compact SUV space in mid-2022.

  • It is one of the best-equipped Maruti cars on sale today and has this convenience feature on board. It is limited to the strong-hybrid variants only (Zeta+ and Alpha+).

  • On this Maruti offering, the heads-up display is more detailed and also shows information related to the SUV’s battery and navigation.

  • Maruti retails the Grand Vitara Hybrid from Rs 18.29 lakh.

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder heads-up display

  • The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, gets the identical set of powertrains and equipment as the Maruti Grand Vitara, including a heads-up display.

  • This convenience feature is offered only on the top two G and V trims in its hybrid lineup.

  • Toyota has priced the strong-hybrid variants (with the heads-up display) of the SUV from Rs 18.49 lakh.

Kia Seltos

Kia Seltos heads-up display

  • The new Kia Seltos offers this convenience feature only on the X-Line variants which show details such as speed and navigation. This unit’s design is different from the ones listed above, more premium.

  • Its prices start at Rs 19.60 lakh.

These are all the cars that come with a heads-up display under Rs 20 lakh in India as of now. Which of these would be your pick and why? Which car should offer it next? Drop your thoughts in the comments below.

All prices ex-showroom Delhi

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2023 Tata Harrier Base-spec Smart Variant Detailed In Images


The base-spec Harrier Smart comes with a digital instrument cluster and six airbags, but no infotainment unit.

The Tata Harrier facelift has been fully unveiled, featuring updated exterior and interior designs, new features, and enhanced safety. Orders for the updated Harrier are now open for Rs 25,000. The 2023 Harrier is available in four variants: Smart, Pure, Adventure, and Fearless. Let’s take a closer look at the base-spec Smart variant and its features.

At the front, the base-spec variant of the 2023 Harrier comes with a blacked-out grille with connected LED DRLs and a projector headlight setup. It doesn’t have fog lamps. The bumper features a chunky air dam with black inserts and a silver skid plate.

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The profile of the SUV is similar to higher-spec variants, with body-colored door handles, blacked-out ORVMs, and roof rails. It comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, already available on mid-spec variants of the current Harrier. The ‘Harrier’ insignia is present on the front doors, even on the entry-level Smart trim.

At the rear, the Harrier Smart features connected LED taillights and a revised font for the ‘Harrier’ moniker. However, it does not have a rear wiper, washer, and defogger.

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The base-spec Smart variant of the Tata Harrier facelift has a black and grey cabin theme with grey fabric upholstery. It is equipped with a 7-inch digital driver’s display, automatic AC, and electrically adjustable ORVMs. However, it does not have an infotainment setup.

The Harrier Smart also includes AC vents for the second row, Type-A and Type-C charging ports for the first and second row, and a 4-spoke steering wheel with an illuminated Tata logo. It has both tilt and telescopic adjustments. The handbrake lever has an aero-throttle style, similar to the outgoing version of the SUV.

In terms of safety, the base-spec version of the facelifted Harrier comes with 6 airbags, electronic stability control (ESC) with hill hold, rear parking sensors, tyre pressure monitoring system, 3-point seatbelts with reminders for all passengers, and ISOFIX child seat anchorages.

Advanced safety features such as 7 airbags, electronic parking brake, and driver assistance systems are available in higher-spec variants.

Powertrain Check

The 2023 Tata Harrier is powered by the same 2.0-liter diesel engine, capable of producing 170PS and 350Nm. It can be paired with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission.

Expected Price & Rivals

The 2023 Tata Harrier is expected to start at Rs 15 lakh (ex-showroom). Its main rivals include the 5-seater variants of the Mahindra XUV700, MG Hector, as well as the higher-spec variants of the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos.

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BMW Recalls iX Vehicles Due to Unintended Cruise Control Activation

BMW has announced a safety recall for the iX, an all-electric utility vehicle. A total of 11,180 units are being called back to address the issue of unintended cruise control activation. To resolve this problem, a software update will be provided.
In late 2022, BMW started taking this issue seriously after the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration received reports of unintended cruise control activation in the iX vehicles. As a result, the German automaker is taking proactive measures by issuing this recall.
The iX is built on a unique platform called the Cluster Architecture, developed specifically for this electric model. However, despite the advanced technology, it appears that there is a flaw in the cruise control system that causes it to engage unintentionally.
Owners of the affected iX vehicles will be notified by BMW and instructed to take their cars to authorized service centers for the necessary software update. This update is designed to prevent the cruise control from activating unintentionally, enhancing the safety of the vehicle and its occupants.
The recall serves as a reminder that even with cutting-edge technology, automakers must ensure that all safety systems are thoroughly tested to avoid any potential hazards. BMW is committed to addressing this issue promptly and efficiently to maintain the trust and satisfaction of its customers.
To learn more about this recall, you can continue reading here.