India, Feb. 25 -- If I were in the market for cars under Rs.15 lakh and practicality topped my checklist, boot space would carry more weight than most other considerations. Weekend airport runs, road trips with the family, and the occasional grocery haul for the house demand a genuinely usable cargo area and not just another number on paper. With that in mind, here are five cars that I would personally consider in this budget if maximum boot space were the priority:

The Honda Elevate features an expansive 458-litre boot that can be expanded with the help of 60:40 split-folding rear seats. The cabin itself is quite spacious and offers great outward visibility alongside decent legroom and headroom. Creature comforts include a 10.25-inch to...