I want to replace my car after 17 years. My usage is mainly city driving with occasional long trips. We are a small family of four, and my two sons will soon be abroad. I work as a GM in a government organisation and will retire in two years. Since this will be a second car, I am looking for a mid-size SUV within a budget of ₹20 lakh. Please advise.

Autocar India

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In your case, we would suggest going for the Hyundai Creta IVT automatic. The Creta stands out because it offers a very comfortable and well-cushioned ride, which is important for reducing strain on your back. The suspension is tuned to absorb bumps well, especially at city speeds, making it one of the more comfortable options in this segment. The seats are also supportive and easy to get in and out of, which helps in daily usage.The IVT automatic is another big advantage. It is extremely smooth in traffic, with no jerks at low speeds, which makes driving stress-free and easier on your back, especially in stop-and-go conditions.The Mahindra XUV 3XO, while a good car, has a slightly firmer ride, so it may not feel as comfortable over longer drives or bad roads. It is good to drive, but not the best fit for your specific requirement of comfort.

Hyundai Creta

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Autocar India

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In your case, we would suggest going for the Renault Duster 1.3 turbo petrol DCT as the first choice. It suits your needs very well because it offers a strong turbo petrol engine, which makes driving in the hills much easier, especially during climbs and overtakes. At the same time, the Duster has excellent ride quality, which handles broken mountain roads and highways with equal ease. It also feels stable and confidence-inspiring at speed, which is important for your long trips to cities like Delhi and Kanpur. Overall, it will feel like a proper upgrade from your Baleno.If you are looking for something that is easier to live with, you can also consider the Hyundai Creta. It offers a very comfortable ride, a smooth driving experience and strong reliability, making it a great all-rounder.

Renault Duster

Hyundai Creta

Autocar India

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Beyond the kilometres driven, the value of any used car depends on many other factors like the actual mechanical and aesthetic condition, the specific variant and even the colour too. Thus, it's best to get your car evaluated at an organised used car business like Spinny and also at the new car dealership. As for your new car, since you are looking at a sub-4 meter model, we would recommend the new Hyundai Venue, as this would meet most of your requirements, which indicates you seem to be looking at more of an all-rounder, which is what the Hyundai Venue is. The new car delivers well on your requirements of space, features, safety and mileage.At your budget, you would get a low-end variant, but you would still find some essential features like 6-airbags, ESP, a 10-inch touchscreen audio system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and electrically adjustable outside rear view mirrors. Beyond the car itself, the Hyundai service experience is also good and would thus meet another one of your requirements.

Hyundai Venue