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Gaurav Rai

•16w

I have been driving a Honda Amaze petrol for the last 10 years and am now planning to switch. I have shortlisted the Basalt X/Aircross X automatic transmission. Will it be a good option considering their good ride quality, or are there any better options available between ₹13 to 14 lakh?

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•15w
Yes, the Citroen Basalt X or Aircross X would  make great upgrades from your Honda Amaze. For one, they are a size larger, and secondly, they are very well priced - although consider upping your budget very slightly to get a higher-spec automatic variant.
Both cars have excellently calibrated suspension, which gives them superb ride quality as well as sharp handling. This is only complemented by their smooth yet punchy 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine and 6-speed torque converter automatic. Considering your requirements, either of these would be a great option for you.
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Akhilesh kumar

•15w

Hi gaurav, I am using a Aircross. This seven seater car will give you good thrill and mileage too. If you cruise at 100 around on highway, you would get 18-20 kmpl. Go for it, it's very good car.

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Gaurav b

•15w

Which is better option basalt or aircross for highway ride and comfortable for family.

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Tarun

•15w

I own aircross x 5 seater automatic. Superb ride quality with good peppy engine and great suspension. Best value for money

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Nileshkumar

•15w

I am planning to change h9nda elevate top variant and instead.thinking.of Suzuki Victris Please guide.me

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Manasjyoti Deka

•15w

Citroen is a very good company and so their cars too. Though their service network and outlets are in limited numbers but still it way better than many of the established company in India. Just go for the Basalt its very good looking also and so it's design

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Akshay B

•15w

Simply go for honda elevate vx

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Nileshkumar

•15w

There is no problem with elevate Only issue is fuel efficiency IF YOU ok 8 /9.to.12/13 ....city and highway figures go for it Excellent stability I own top variant. Earlier I too owned.AMAZE FOR 12.YEARS.and upgraded to elevate last dec 24

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Nileshkumar

•15w

Good car only concern is fuel efficiency which.is as low as 9 /10.and highest on highway is 13 or maximum.14

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Vasant Chougule

•15w

Hi I am using Aircross 1.2 Turbo 40,000 kms 2 years. Milage on highway 18-20 kms. Excellent driving pleasure. Best suspension . Go for Citroen

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Benny

•15w

Hi Gaurav, both the options with 1.2 Turbo are great to drive. I own a Aircross 1.2 petrol and have clocked 20k in 6 months. Its a fun to drive and reliable vehicle on high speeds with great suspensions. Would highly recommend to take a test drive to feel and seal the deal.

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