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•28w

I am planning to buy a car around ₹11 lakhs. I prefer top-end variants with automatic transmission. I tried Hyundai AMT, which I didn't like at all because of the jerks in gear shifts. Currently, I have a 2022 Venue Top End, so coming from DCT, AMT seems so sluggish. Please suggest some good options.

•26w

The Honda Amaze CVT is a good pick for you. Its CVT gearbox is smooth and delivers a pleasant driving experience, superior to what you'd get with AMTs in the same price band. The Amaze CVT in fully-loaded VX form fits your budget and is worth a look.

You could also look at the Tata Altroz DCT in Accomplished S trim. It's well equipped and, while performance is unexciting, the gearbox is very smooth.

Other options we'd recommend considering include the Nissan Magnite CVT, Renault Kiger CVT and Hyundai i20 CVT. Do note, their top-end versions are pricier than Rs 11 lakh.

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•21w•

better to opt DCT or CVT

•26w•

Hi I'm planning to buy maruti swift dzire AT top end car. My mostly travel time was on highway, my budget is around 12lakhs with onroad price, is it good car are you advice any other car, with reasonable maintenance charges and best mileage. Can u plz suggest plz plz.......

•26w•

Can I buy Mahindra xuv 3xo automatic(cvt) preferably

•26w•

I am going to buy Tata sierra adventure plus. Suggest an automatic gear in petrol for family purpose and also reliable

•26w•

Hello !! I am looking for a powerful Automatic SUV with Sunroof preferred in Diesel segment under 15 lacs. Which car shud i look at ? Currently driving Skoda Laura AT Deisel

•26w•

Hello !! I am looking for a powerful Automatic SUV with Sunroof preferred in Diesel segment under 15 lacs. Which car shud i look at ? Currently driving Skoda Laura AT Deisel

•26w•

How about EXTER top end

•26w•

You can also checkout the Kylaq AT

•26w•

Try the C3x turbo AT. Comes with a slick and smooth torque converter. Has all the essential usable features.

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•6d

Is Tata Punch coming in diesel by the end of this year or early next year? Need to replace my 2017 i20 diesel asta. Annual run of 20-21k with 50:50 usage. Budget is 10-13 lakh on-road, Gurgaon. Need something that has more ground clearance than i20 as it would be plying in the village or tier 2 cities as well. PS: Don’t want to be in long queues for the CNG and EV charging isn’t possible at my current residence.

•1d

No, the Tata Punch is not expected to get a diesel engine this year or early next year. Given your annual running of 20-21,000 km with a 50:50 city-highway split, diesel car still makes the most financial sense, especially since you do not want to deal with CNG queues or electric car charging limitations.The Mahindra XUV 3XO diesel is the best fit for your requirements. It offers significantly more ground clearance than your Hyundai i20, which will be useful on village roads and in tier 2 cities. The diesel engine is efficient and well-suited to your running, and this Mahindra car is one of the most spacious compact SUVs in the segment, making it a comfortable upgrade from the i20. It also fits within your Rs 10-13 lakh on-road budget in Gurgaon.

My budget is Rs 15 lakh. I will be the primary user of the car, although five people may occasionally travel in it. I have shortlisted the Skoda Kylaq and Renault Kiger, with the latter being considered with both the turbo-petrol and CVT options. My daily usage will be limited to around 8km, with occasional long-distance trips. Considering that the Kylaq’s rear-seat space is not particularly comfortable for three adults and that the Kiger’s RPM fluctuates even when driving at a constant speed, which of the two would be the better choice? Please also consider E20 compatibility while making the recommendation.

•1d

Go for the Skoda Kylaq. With your low daily running and occasional long trips, the Kylaq's 1.0 TSI petrol engine paired with the 6-speed torque converter automatic is a better fit than the Renault Kiger's turbo petrol with CVT. The Kylaq's engine is more refined, more responsive and better suited to highway driving, while the torque converter automatic feels smoother and quieter than a CVT. The Kiger's CVT can feel inconsistent at times, which is likely what you are noticing as unstable RPM at constant speeds.On the rear seat, the Kylaq is not the widest car in the segment, but it is still a comfortable 5-seater for occasional use. The Kiger is slightly narrower and does not offer a significant advantage in rear seat space. Both cars are E20 compliant, so there are no concerns on that front.The Kylaq is the better all-rounder here. It offers a more enjoyable driving experience, a smoother automatic gearbox and a more refined engine, which will make a bigger difference over long-term ownership than a marginal difference in rear seat width.

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•21m

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