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•13w

I am looking for a family car and am currently confused between the Tata Punch Accomplished AMT, Maruti Fronx Delta Plus AMT, and Hyundai Exter HX6 AMT. Could you please help me choose the best option?

•13w

It's really hard to suggest a car without knowing a bit more about your requirements, like rear space requirements and the distance driven per month. Thus, as a good all-rounder for a small family, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx Delta Plus AMT fits your brief best.

Pick this variant because it gives you the most rear-seat space and a bigger, more useful boot than the other two, so adults sit more comfortably, and you pack more for trips. It also feels light and easy to drive in traffic, and the ride is calm over rough roads, which helps passengers, especially elders or kids.

Two things to note: this automatic can feel a bit slow to pick up when you press the accelerator hard, and you will miss a few fancy features that sit on higher trims. If you drive with a full load on steep hills often, you may want to try it once to see if the response suits you.

If you value tough build and the best ride on broken roads above all else, the Tata Punch Accomplished AMT is the second choice. It also has a smaller footprint for tight parking and a feature-rich cabin at a price like the Hyundai Exter HX6 AMT, too. Overall, for family comfort and everyday ease, go with the Fronx Delta Plus AMT.

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•13w

Yes. I have same requirements.

•13w

Good suggestion

•12w

am 72, driving grand i10, manual for last 12 years 70-30 in plains & Hills.Looking suggestions for under 12 L Automatic with only essential features . Back space matters . Sturdy built , cruise control , no sun roof , sub4 m, may be 7” display ( not enthusiastic of music but do play religious songs).driver Seat adjustment -Yes , OVRM -Yes . Airbags 4 , back wiper ( maybe) . Petrol driven, good base clearance, transmission that doesn’t lag on hills. Thank you

•12w

I am 72, driving grand i10, manual for last 12 years 70-30 in plains & Hills.Looking suggestions for under 12 L Automatic with only essential features . Back space matters . Sturdy built , cruise control , no sun roof , sub4 m, may be 7” display ( not enthusiastic of music but do play religious songs).driver Seat adjustment -Yes , OVRM -Yes . Airbags 4 , back wiper ( maybe) . Petrol driven, good base clearance, transmission that doesn’t lag on hills. Thank you

•12w

Dear ask guru , my running is mostly in city, few yearly on long commute.my budget is almost 12 ,13 lakhs.what to buy please suggest .my preferences are easy driving,good milege, good interiors. Please suggest.

•13w

I am a 55 yr old female need automatic car under 7 lakh for daily use in a small city and occasionally for highway drive.Please suggest better options

•13w

Bad experience with Tata, Not so good experience with Maruti, Awesome experience with Hyundai

•13w

Tata punch is first priority after that remaining

•13w

हमने फ्रंक्स लिया है सही कार मेरे हिसाब से है पेट्रोल मे टाटा punch cng के लिए अच्छा हो सकता है... Mr Brandon

•13w

Dear Ask Autocar Team, I am 62 years old, 5’11” tall, and currently suffering from sciatica/lower back pain. I am looking for a comfortable automatic car mainly for city driving and occasional highway trips. My priorities are: Easy ingress and egress without bending too much Comfortable seats with good lumbar and thigh support Soft suspension and comfortable ride quality Automatic transmission for relaxed driving Good visibility and driving position Reliable long-term ownership My budget is under ₹20 lakh on-road. I would also prefer modern safety and convenience features such as: 360-degree camera ADAS features if available in this budget Could you please suggest the most suitable cars for my condition and age?

•13w

Hyundai exter

•13w

Also this will be my last

•13w

Don't go with maruti no safety only milage, better go with Hyundai Venue

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•3d

I own a 2012 Wagon R and now want to buy a new car with a budget of Rs. 11 lakh. My monthly running is about 700-750 km, with half of it in the city and the other half on highways. Please suggest a car with good mileage and a smooth, refined, and quiet engine. I am 65+ years old.

•2d

With a budget of Rs 11 lakh, a monthly running of 700-750 km split between city and highway, and a priority on refinement and ease of use, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno petrol automatic is the most sensible upgrade from your Wagon R. The Baleno offers a smooth and refined four cylinder petrol engine, a comfortable ride and a spacious cabin, making it easy to drive in the city while remaining stable and relaxed on the highway. It is also one of the most fuel-efficient petrol cars in its segment, which will help keep running costs in check. The automatic gearbox is reliable, making it particularly well-suited for your usage pattern. Maruti's wide service network and low maintenance costs further add to the ownership peace of mind. If you prefer a slightly higher seating position, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx petrol automatic is a good alternative, offering a similar experience with better visibility and a more SUV-like stance, though it will be slightly less fuel-efficient than the Baleno. Overall, the Baleno strikes the best balance between refinement, efficiency and ease of ownership for your requirements.

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•3d

I owned a Mahindra TUV300 T8 Auto Shift for 11 good years. I faced issues with the clutch assembly, vacuum modulator, and finally the gearbox hydraulics, and had to give away the vehicle at a lower price than anticipated. My regular driving is only about 10-15 km per day, which is also quite rare based on my average usage. What car with an automatic gearbox and a final on-road price of up to Rs. 12 lakh would be suitable for me? We are a family of two.

•2d

With your low daily running and a budget of Rs 12 lakh on-road, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno automatic is the most sensible recommendation. Your usage pattern does not justify a diesel and the Baleno’s petrol engine paired with the AMT is simple and reliable. It is also a very easy car to drive in the city, offers good fuel efficiency, and Maruti’s service network is a big advantage for long-term ownership. The Baleno also offers a comfortable ride, a spacious cabin for a family of two and enough boot space for occasional trips. If you prefer a slightly higher seating position, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx automatic is worth considering as well. It uses the same engine and gearbox combination but offers a more SUV-like stance and better ground clearance for rough roads. Both cars are well within your budget and prioritise reliability and low running costs, which should help avoid the kind of ownership issues you faced with the TUV300.

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•5d

I want to buy an SUV-type CNG car in a budget of Rs 12-13 lakh. It would be ideal if I could get a CNG model with an automatic transmission. What are the good options for me?

•2d

If you want a CNG SUV with an automatic gearbox, the options are limited. In your budget of Rs 12-13 lakh, the Tata Punch CNG AMT is the best option. It is a well-rounded sub-compact SUV with a dual-tank CNG system, good ride comfort and the AMT you want. The drawback is that the powertrain isn't the most refined, and the AMT has a noticeable pause between shifts.If you are open to a manual, then the Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG is a better bet. Its engine is more refined; it is a larger car, so it feels roomier inside, and it has an underfloor CNG tank, so boot space is not affected.

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•1w

I have been using Honda City manual for the last 21 years. Now, I want a car with automatic transmission for city running mostly. My average running is around 1000km a month. Can you suggest whether I should buy Seltos, Creta, Kushaq or Elevate?

•4d

Given your usage of around 1,000 km a month, mostly in the city, the priority should be a smooth and reliable automatic transmission, good ride comfort and ease of ownership. The Kia Seltos IVT is the most natural recommendation here. The IVT gearbox is also very smooth, and the Seltos feels more premium and feature-rich than the competition. Alternatively, consider the Honda Elevate. The CVT is exceptionally smooth in stop-start traffic, Honda’s ownership experience is proven, and the car is simple, reliable and easy to live with.The Skoda Kushaq is the driver’s choice, with a more engaging driving experience, but in city running, that doesn't matter much. The Hyundai Creta is a good all-rounder, but it is due for a full model change in 2027, which makes the Seltos and Elevate stronger recommendations at this point.

I am a lady driver and drive around 65 km every day on the expressway. Twice a month, I also drive in the city and traffic. I am currently driving a Celerio, but it is 9 years old, so I am looking for a change. My budget is Rs. 10-12 lakh.

•4d

For your usage, the Skoda Kylaq is a good upgrade. Your 65 km daily expressway run means you need a car that is stable at speed and comfortable over long distances. The Kylaq delivers that very well. At your budget, you could get a lower-spec automatic, which would make it easy to drive in city traffic, which matters for your twice-a-month urban runs. The automatic gearbox is a torque converter, so its shifts are very smooth and it is very reliable too. The only possible downside is that fuel efficiency is not going to be very high, and given your high daily running, this is something that might bother you. If so, opt for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 1.2L, which is also good at higher speeds and would be more fuel efficient. The auto box in this case is an AMT, which would not be as smooth, but this would only be a bit of a bother in city traffic and not on steady highway cruising.

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•1w

Hey, We are planning to buy a sub-4-metre SUV, and our main requirement is good suspension for Bengaluru’s pothole-filled roads, especially as my wife is pregnant. We have shortlisted the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Mahindra XUV 3XO, and Tata Nexon. Which one would you recommend for our requirements? I was also considering a larger SUV like the Honda Elevate, but a well-equipped variant costs around Rs. 18 lakh on-road, which is beyond my budget. Could you suggest some good options in both categories? I can stretch my budget up to around Rs. 15 lakh on-road if required.

•5d

Given your priorities, the Mahindra XUV 3XO is the best fit. It has the most comfortable ride in the segment, with a suspension that deals with broken roads and potholes better than the Brezza or Nexon. The wide rear seat and good cabin space will also make a difference for your wife and family. The Brezza is the more reliable long-term ownership proposition, but its ride is not as plush as the 3XO. The Nexon is a good all-rounder, but the 3XO has the edge on ride comfort and rear seat space.On the Honda Elevate, it is a solid, reliable SUV with a comfortable ride, but at Rs 18 lakh on-road for the well-equipped variants, it is not worth stretching your budget for. The 3XO gives you a better ride and more features for less money.Overall, the 3XO is the best balance of ride comfort, space and value for your requirements. Go for the petrol automatic variant for the smoothest city driving experience.

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