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These top 7-seater cars under Rs. 15 lakh offer optimal seating space for passengers in the third row
The demand for 7-seater cars has seen a steady increase in the past few years and car manufacturers are working on multiple new models for the segment. With comfort getting on the top of the priority list of new car buyers, the extra pair of seats offers the flexibility of accommodating more passengers along with the added advantage of increased boot space. In line with this, let’s look at the best 7-seater cars under Rs. 15 lakh.
1. Mahindra Scorpio Classic
At a starting price of Rs. 13.77 lakh (ex-showroom), the Mahindra Scorpio Classic is one of the most popular SUVs in India offering a 7-seater layout with side-facing jump seats. It is available in two variants i.e. S and S11. The SUV is based on a ladder frame chassis and comes with a rear-wheel-drive (RWD) configuration. The Scorpio Classic is powered by a 2.2-litre mHawk diesel engine, producing 130 bhp and 300 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox.
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2. Kia Carens Clavis

Kia launched the Carens Clavis in May 2025 at a starting price of Rs. 11.50 lakh (ex-showroom). It is the updated and more premium version of the Carens and within Rs. 15 lakh budget, you can get entry-level and mid-spec variants, including HTE, THE (O) and HTK. The Carens Clavis comes loaded with modern tech features, such as a panoramic sunroof, boss mode, wireless charger, ventilated seats and more. The MPV is powered by 1.5-litre NA petrol, 1.5-litre tGDi petrol and 1.5-litre CRDi diesel engines.
3. Maruti Suzuki Ertiga
The Ertiga is one of the best-selling MPVs in India and its price range starts from Rs. 8.84 lakh, going all the way up to Rs. 13.13 lakh (ex-showroom). It is available in both petrol and CNG fuel options. Powered by the 1.5 litre K15C four-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol engine, the MPV is available in four variants.
The Ertiga gets the options of a 5-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. The power output of the 3-row MPV is rated at 103 PS and 139 Nm of peak torque. In terms of features, the Ertiga has cruise control, a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 4 airbags, TPMS and more.
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4. Mahindra Bolero
The Mahindra Bolero is quite a popular SUV in semi-urban and rural markets and it is priced in the range of Rs. 9.79 lakh to Rs. 10.91 lakh (ex-showroom). Available in three variants i.e. B4, B6 and B6 (O), the 7-seater SUV gets side-facing jump seats for the 3rd row seating. The Bolero is powered by a 1.5 litre 3-cylinder turbo diesel engine putting out 75 bhp and 210 Nm of peak torque, paired to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The Bolero is based on a ladder frame chassis and comes with a RWD configuration.
5. Mahindra Bolero Neo

The Bolero Neo is the more premium version of the Mahindra’s Bolero nameplate. Much like the regular Bolero, the Neo gets side-facing jump 3rd-row seats. The SUV is priced in the range of Rs. 9.95 lakh to Rs. 12.15 lakh (ex-showroom). It is powered by a 1.5-litre turbo diesel engine with 100 PS and 260 Nm of peak torque, mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The SUV is based on a ladder-frame chassis and gets a RWD configuration. In terms of features, the SUV comes with a touchscreen infotainment system, dual front airbags, cruise control and more.
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