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Neil

•3w

I am from Goa, have sold my Celerio AMT & am planning to buy an automatic hatchback in the price bracket of ₹8.00 to ₹10.00 lakhs. My usage is about 50-60 Kms a day, mostly in the city with occasional highway runs. Would it be prudent to buy the existing Maruti Baleno or wait for the upcoming facelift, or go for the Hyundai i20 with the CVT(IVT)? My only grouse with the Baleno is that it's no longer available with the CVT, but the AMT. Also, neither of these cars is 5-star rated for safety, hence I was also thinking of the Tata Altroz DCT, but then it comes only with a 3-cylinder NA engine & not with the Turbo, what say?

Autocar India

•3w

You should go for the Hyundai i20 Sportz IVT for your next car. It costs just over Rs 10 lakh on-road, but it comes with a refined 1.2-litre, four-cylinder petrol engine paired with a seamless CVT automatic gearbox, which is what you're looking for. The Hyundai also has the nicest interior of the lot, a comfy ride and even though it hasn't been crash tested yet, it does come with 6 airbags, traction control and more safety features. Being a Hyundai, the i20 will also be reliable and stress-free to maintain.

Alternatively, if safety is your top priority, go for the Tata Altroz DCA as it has received a 5-star crash safety rating from both Bharat and Global NCAP. Do note, the Altroz DCA won't be as smooth to drive as the i20 IVT, and as you mentioned, it only comes with a non-turbo, three-cylinder engine.

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Nekuri Vineet

•2d

I need help in understanding which among these two offers the best value for money over the long-term use, and in terms of running cost and so on. Skoda Kylaq Signature MT or Hyundai i20 N-Line n6 MT. The car will be primarily used only for long commutes, going out with friends and taking my parents. It will be my first car.

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•11h

Between the two, we would recommend the Skoda Kylaq Signature MT. The reason is simple. As a first car, the Kylaq feels like the more complete package. It offers a higher seating position, better ground clearance, more cabin space and a more comfortable ride, all of which will be appreciated when travelling with family and on long drives. The 1.0 TSI turbo petrol also has plenty of performance and feels effortless on highways.The Hyundai i20 N Line N6 MT is the more fun car to drive. The steering is sharper, the handling is more engaging, and it feels sportier overall. If you are an enthusiast who enjoys driving for the sake of driving, the N Line has a lot of appeal. However, the stiffer suspension that makes it enjoyable on a twisty road also means it is not quite as comfortable as the Kylaq on rough Indian roads.From a long-term ownership perspective, the running costs between the two should be broadly similar. Hyundai may have a slight edge in terms of service network reach and resale value, but the Kylaq counters with better practicality and versatility.

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DEEPAK ALFRED

•1d

Hi, I am currently using a 2013 Honda Amaze and was wondering whether the upcoming or next-generation Hyundai i20 will be offered with an N Line variant. Best regards, Deepak

Autocar India

•15h

Based on the latest information available, the next generation Hyundai i20 is very likely to get an N Line version. Hyundai has not officially confirmed the details yet, but given that the current i20 is offered with an N Line variant and the brand continues to expand its N Line portfolio in India, it would be surprising if the next generation model did not follow the same path.As for timing, the next generation i20 is still under development and is expected to arrive around 2027 or possibly even 2028, rather than in the near future. So while an N Line version is highly likely, buyers may still have a fairly long wait before the all-new model reaches showrooms.

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AVINASH parwani

•1d

Hi Team, for 90% city usage, please suggest between the Punch AMT and i20 IVT. I need a comfortable suspension for bad roads, good resale value, and reliability. Budget is Rs 9-10 lakh. The Kylaq Signature Plus AT goes above Rs 10 lakh, but is it worth stretching for?

Autocar India

•1d

Our first recommendation would be the Skoda Kylaq Signature+ AT. The automatic torque converter is smooth, the ride quality is excellent, and the car feels solid and substantial. It is also more powerful than most rivals in this price range and has enough ground clearance to tackle poor roads without constantly worrying about scraping the underside. At around Rs 10.9 lakh on-road, it is worth stretching for if your budget allows.The Hyundai i20 IVT would be our second choice. The IVT gearbox is one of the smoothest automatics you can buy at this price point. Refinement is excellent, and Hyundai's reliability and resale value are reassuring. The only drawback is that it does not feel as robust over bad roads as the Kylaq.The Tata Punch AMT would be our third choice. It has the ground clearance and a comfortable low-speed ride, but the AMT gearbox is not as smooth or sophisticated as the automatics in the Skoda and Hyundai.

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I am planning to buy an automatic car for my family and am confused between the Kia Sonet and the Skoda Kylaq. Could you please advise which one would be the better choice and explain the pros and cons of each?

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Skoda Kylaq is the better family automatic, mainly because it gives you a bit more cabin and boot space and a calmer ride over bad roads. It feels more secure at highway speeds with a full load, and its turbo engine with the automatic pulls cleanly, so hills and quick overtakes are easy even with the AC on. The petrol Kylaq automatic uses a torque convertor gearbox which is also smoother than the dual clutch unit on the Sonet so it would fare better in city traffic. Kia Sonet makes sense if you want more features and need Kia’s service reach which is wider. For weekend trips with four on board it will do the job too, but rear seat width and long-journey comfort are not its strong points and within a year it will get a major update, thus buying it now would not be ideal.

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Sandeep

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I want to buy a car under Rs 12 lakh. It should be a petrol automatic and will be my first car. I need good ground clearance, a good engine and gearbox combination for 70% city and 30% highway use, and my daily running is around 30 km in Bengaluru traffic. Comfort, space, decent fuel efficiency, ease of driving, and long-term ownership are important to me. I do not want a Fronx, Baleno, i20, Exter, Punch, or Nexon. Please suggest a value-for-money option. Thank you.

Autocar India

•3d

Given your exclusions, the Skoda Kylaq automatic would be our first recommendation. Specifically, the Signature automatic is if you can stretch slightly. The 1.0 TSI turbo petrol and torque converter automatic are a very good combination for Bangalore traffic. The gearbox is smooth, the engine has enough punch for highway overtakes, and the car feels more premium and substantial than most options in this price range. Ground clearance is good, it is easy to drive, and it has the solid feel that many first-time buyers appreciate.Another strong option is the Mahindra XUV 3XO MX2 Pro automatic. It has a wider rear seat, feels bigger inside and is one of the most spacious compact SUVs in the segment. The torque converter automatic is smooth, and it is comfortable for city use. The downside is that fuel efficiency is not that great, and the boot is on the smaller side.If you are willing to consider a sedan, the Honda Amaze CVT is also worth a look. The CVT is exceptionally smooth in traffic, reliability is excellent, and it is the kind of car you can comfortably keep for a decade. The only reason it is not our primary recommendation is that you specifically mentioned wanting good ground clearance.

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