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Sumesh Pal

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I am confused between an automatic and a manual car. I have shortlisted the Amaze automatic and the Brezza manual. This is my first car. Which one should I buy?

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If you are a new driver, we would recommend you go for an automatic car as it will make your driving experience much easier. The Honda Amaze CVT uses a smooth automatic gearbox that works well with the engine. The Amaze is a pleasant package with ample room within a small and user-friendly size.
The Maruti Suzuki Brezza does offer more cabin space and more ground clearance within a similar footprint. The Brezza's relatively high seating also helps give good visibility and adds to confidence levels. The Brezza's manual gearbox is nice in its own right, with easy gearshifts and a light clutch. However, the experience will not be as convenient as an automatic like on the Honda Amaze CVT.  
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Abhinav karmani

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I’m planning to buy an automatic car for my parents, and I’m really confused between the Hyundai i20 and the Honda Amaze. The car will be used mostly in city traffic, so comfort, ease of driving, and reliability are very important to me. Which one would suit elderly drivers better and be easier to live with in the long run?

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For your parents’ usage, mainly for city driving with a focus on comfort, ease of use and long-term reliability, the Honda Amaze would be the better choice.The Hyundai i20 is a premium hatchback and comes very well equipped, but it isn’t quite as effortless to live with as the Amaze. The Amaze’s 1.2-litre petrol engine paired with a CVT automatic is exceptionally smooth and predictable, which is exactly what you want in stop-go traffic. The CVT responds gently and progressively, making it very easy for elderly drivers to modulate throttle inputs without any jerks.The i20 also offers a 1.2-litre petrol automatic, but it doesn’t feel as smooth or as relaxed as the Honda’s CVT in daily driving conditions.Another important factor is accessibility. The Amaze is slightly easier to get in and out of, which can make a real difference for older occupants. The cabin also feels a touch more spacious and airy, adding to overall comfort.Considering all these factors: smoothness, ease of driving, comfort and practicality, the Honda Amaze would be the more suitable and stress-free option in the long run.

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RG

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We’re planning to buy a 5-seater family car that will largely be used by senior citizens. Ease of getting in and out is a major consideration, so we’re avoiding cars that sit too low or are excessively tall. It will be chauffeur-driven and won’t be used daily, which makes cabin comfort, suspension, and rear-seat convenience key priorities. It will mostly be used in the city; highway use will be very limited. Budget is approximately ₹15 lakh. What do you recommend?

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There are lots of models that fit within your budget. However, we'd trim the list of probables to the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Sierra and Kia Carens Clavis, each of which offers easy entry and exit.The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is the smallest and most affordable of the three options, but scores well for its comfortable seats and good ride quality. It isn't the best 5-seat vehicle, but it can be used as one for intra-city journeys without discomfort.Tata's Sierra is one of the hottest cars in the market right now, and suits your needs for its plush suspension and roomy interior. There's enough space at the back for three to sit in comfort. The base petrol engine will suit your usage.The Kia Carens Clavis is also a good option. The rear section of the cabin is spacious, and the inclusion of a third row of seats gives plenty of flexibility, too. You can consider the naturally aspirated petrol engine.

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Darshan Raut

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I currently own a 3-year-old Wagon R petrol 1.2 ZXi. I am looking to upgrade to a compact SUV, with top priority given to space, safety and reliable service. My budget is around ₹10 to 12 lakh on-road. My average running is about 500km per month, with 70% city driving. Please suggest a car and the right variant.

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Since you are coming from a Maruti Suzuki, you should consider the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. It is spacious, comes with safety features like 6 airbags and traction control, and being a Maruti car, it will be reliable and stress-free to live with.The Brezza is powered by a refined 103hp, 1.5-litre petrol engine that can be had with either a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic. The Brezza Petrol-MT has a claimed mileage of 17.80kpl, while the petrol-AT has a claimed mileage of 19.80kpl. Since your running is mainly in the city, going for the automatic makes more sense as it will be easier to drive and more convenient.Given your budget, you should go for the Brezza VXI AT, which is priced at Rs 12.56 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).

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Posted on: 20 Feb 2026