5 cars under ₹12 lakh I would buy for ventilated seats to survive Indian summers

Ventilated seats are among the most desirable features for Indian buyers, especially in regions where summer temperatures can make daily commutes arduous. The feature is no longer a premium option and can be had on most mass-market offerings. To this end, here are five cars under ₹12 lakh that offer ventilated seats along with a strong mix of performance, features and everyday usability.

1

Volkswagen Taigun

Engine

999 cc

Mileage

18.15-19.87 kmpl

Transmission

Automatic

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The Volkswagen Taigun brings a sporty driving experience alongside a premium cabin that comes with ventilated front seats and a single-pane sunroof to make daily commutes more enjoyable. Further features include a 10-inch infotainment with wireless connectivity, digital cluster, cruise control, wireless charging, and a cooled glovebox. The Taigun can be had from ₹11.41 lakh

Powertrain under ₹12 lakh:

1.0-litre turbo-petrol (114 bhp) | 6MT

2

Kia Seltos

Engine

1,482 cc

Fuel Type

Diesel

Transmission

Automatic

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The Kia Seltos is a well-rounded offering in the compact SUV space, bringing a wide powertrain lineup alongside a premium, tech-rich cabin that comes with ventilated seats in the front row to make hot summer drives more pleasant. Amenities also include a 10-way adjustable driver’s seat, dual-zone AC, wireless charging pads, and a dual-pane sunroof. The dashboard houses the new Trinity Panoramic Display for the infotainment, digital cluster, and an HVAC panel. Kia sells the Seltos from around ₹10.99 lakh.

Powertrain under ₹12 lakh:

1.5-litre NA petrol (113 bhp) | 6MT

3

Kia Sonet

Engine

998 cc

Mileage

18.4-24.1 kmpl

Transmission

Automatic

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Buyers seeking an SUV with a smaller footprint can opt for the equally premium Kia Sonet, offering more engine options under the ₹12 lakh mark alongside a modern cabin that elevates the driving experience with amenities like a sunroof, front ventilated seats with an electrically adjustable driver’s seat. Further features include a 10.25-inch infotainment and digital cluster, ambient lighting, air purifier, and a 360-degree camera. The Sonet comes priced from ₹7.30 lakh.

Powertrain under ₹12 lakh:

1.0-litre turbo-petrol (118 bhp), 1.2-litre NA petrol (82 bhp), 1.5-litre diesel (114 bhp) | 6MT, 6iVT, 6TC, 7DCT

4

Skoda Kylaq

Engine

998 cc

Mileage

19.05-19.68 kmpl

Transmission

Manual

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The Skoda Kylaq is the Czech carmaker’s sub-4m offering designed for India, bringing refined performance with a sophisticated design and comfy interiors that offer front ventilated seats to help deal with the brunt of Indian summers. In terms of creature comforts, it offers a wireless charger, auto climate control, built-in air purifier, a cooled glovebox, and rear AC vents, among others. The dashboard is fitted with a 10-inch infotainment with wireless connectivity, while the driver gets a digital cluster. The Kylaq is listed from ₹7.59 lakh.

Powertrain under ₹12 lakh:

1.0-litre turbo-petrol (114 bhp) | 6MT / 6TC

5

Renault Duster

Engine

999 cc

Fuel Type

Petrol

Transmission

Automatic

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The Renault Duster brings rugged overalls, strong engine options, and modern interiors with a feature-rich cabin featuring 6-way powered front seats with a ventilation function. The SUV puts on amenities such as a massive panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, dual-zone climate control, and wireless charging. Up front, the dashboard houses a dualscreen setup with a 10.1-inch infotainment and a 10.25-inch digital cluster. The Duster is priced from ₹10.49 lakh, but customers with R-Pass can have it from ₹10.29 lakh.

Powertrain under ₹12 lakh:

1.0-litre turbo-petrol (99 bhp) | 6MT

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