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Karthik

7w

My budget is around 13 lakhs, and i want all the basic features like android auto and others, my main requirement is good mileage, I won't use it much, maybe once or twice a week, and a long trip like once every 6 months, and also maintainanace cost should be less. so can u suggest me the best car available at that price

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6w

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Baleno Alpha manual for your budget and light usage, it gives you the best mix of low running costs, good mileage, and the must-have features like Android Auto. 

Since you drive only once or twice a week and take a long trip rarely, a simple, reliable petrol car suits you better than a diesel or CNG. The Baleno’s 1.2-litre, four-cylinder engine is smooth, it is efficient, and the car is easy to park and easy to see out of. 

Maruti’s service is everywhere, and routine service bills are usually low, which fits your request to keep maintenance simple. The top-spec Alpha gets all the features you want and some more, like a touchscreen with Android Auto, rear camera, auto climate control, a heads-up display and more.

If you do want more clearance and a slightly elevated driving position, look at the Maruti Suzuki Fronx.

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Deepak

18h

Hi, I am a doctor and regularly organise medical camps for underprivileged patients in remote villages where healthcare facilities are limited or unavailable. For this purpose, I am looking to buy a practical and reliable 7-seater SUV that can comfortably carry staff and volunteers, while also offering enough boot space for medicines, medical equipment, foldable tables, and chairs. Since many of these villages have uneven roads and poor infrastructure, the vehicle should have: Good ground clearance and strong suspension Comfortable seating for long journeys Large and practical boot space Decent fuel efficiency Low maintenance and reliable after-sales support Good safety features for highway and rural travel My budget is between ₹15 lakh and ₹20 lakh, though I can stretch it up to ₹25 lakh through EMI if the vehicle genuinely justifies the extra cost. Could you please suggest the best 7-seater SUV options suitable for my requirements?

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4h

Regular trips to remote villages on rough roads with seven people and lots of medical gear call for something tough first, then roomy. In that brief, the Mahindra Scorpio N diesel manual, 7-seat, is the better fit for you. It sits high off the ground and feels strong on broken roads, so you can reach camp sites that softer city SUVs may avoid. The diesel will use less fuel on long days, and Mahindra has service in most small towns, which helps when you are far from the city. For your boxes, tables and chairs, the third row folds in parts, so you can keep five or six on board and still open up a large, useful space.Two things to note: with all seven seats up, the boot is small, so plan to fold part of the third row or add a carrier. Also, the third row is best for short stints for adults.If you must keep all seven seats up and still need real boot space, consider the Toyota Innova Crysta. While not an SUV, its tough construction makes it feel hardy and well-suited to rough road use.

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Posted on: 10 Apr 2026