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Apoorv Joshi

•16h

We currently use a Renault Kiger as our city commuter car and are now planning to replace it with a sub-4 metre EV. Our usage is quite limited and mostly restricted to city driving, as we already have another car for highway travel. Our budget is within ₹15 lakh.

Autocar India

•4m

For city-only use, on a Rs 15 lakh budget, the Tata Punch EV fits best. It is small enough to park anywhere, yet sits high off the ground like your Kiger, so speed breakers and bad patches are easily dealt with. The motor is smooth in traffic, and the real city range is enough for many days of short trips, so you won’t charge often. And the best part is you'll get the fully-loaded top spec Empowered +S 40kWh variant in your budget.

Know the trade-offs: fast charging isn’t the quickest, and the rear seat is fine for two adults but tight for three. The boot is smaller than your Kiger's, too. If you want a more spacious back seat and boot, and a bit more real-world range, you can check out the Tata Nexon EV. However, while it can be had in your budget, you'll only get a low to mid variant, so for outright value for money, we'd still recommend the Punch EV.

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Rahul VD

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We already own a Nissan Magnite Turbo CVT purchased in 2022. Now, we are considering buying a second car for the family. Given the following requirements: Automatic transmission Fuel efficient Safe Practical as a secondary family car Which option makes more sense financially and practically? 1. A second hand used petrol automatic hatchback within a ₹4-5 lakh budget 2. A proper EV such as the Tata Punch EV 3. An IC engine car up to 8 L ? Like i10 nios Considering we already have the Magnite Turbo CVT as the primary car, which approach would be the better long-term decision?

Autocar India

•3h

The Tata Punch EV is the better long-term choice if you have a charging provision at your home. Running costs will be low, and the EV feels very smooth, quiet and zippy in traffic. Sure, the initial purchase price will be the highest from the options listed, however for the sheer peace of mind of owning a brand-new car backed by a manufacturer's warranty, it might be worth seriously considering.You could also consider an MG Comet, either new or used. It is tiny, but surprisingly practical and very convenient. As a secondary car, the Comet is an excellent buy.

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Bharath

•3d

I’m from Chennai. I currently own two manual petrol cars - an S-Cross Zeta (Feb 2022) that has run 40,000 km, and a Grand i10 Nios Asta (Dec 2016) that has run around 30,000 km. I’m considering whether it makes sense to sell/exchange both cars and move to a single automatic car. My usage is around 1,200 km per month, with 90% city driving and 10% highway use. Would this be a sensible move? If yes, which automatic car would you recommend in the ₹15-17 lakh budget range? Or would you recommend an EV?

Autocar India

•1d

With 1,200 km a month in Chennai and mostly city traffic, moving to one automatic is sensible if your family’s schedules work with a single car. In that use, the Tata Nexon EV Medium Range is the stronger fit in your Rs. 15-17 lakh window. It is very smooth in stop-and-go traffic, there is no clutch heat or strain, and the instant response makes gaps easy. Your monthly running suits an EV well, and if you can install a home charger, you start each day with a full “tank” and very low running costs. As your only car, the Nexon EV has enough space for a small family, rides comfortably over broken patches, and feels easy to place in tight lanes and parking. If you can stretch your budget, the Hyundai Creta EV would make for a much better EV with a better driving experience and a larger and more comfortable car. Two watch-outs: you need a fixed parking spot with charging, and longer highway trips will need some planning around chargers.If you would rather stay with petrol, pick the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara automatic in a mid trim. It keeps life easy in traffic, sits a bit higher for a better view, and you already know Maruti service from your S-Cross, and if you can stretch for the hybrid, it will keep your fuel costs in check. Overall, for city-heavy use, the Nexon EV makes the most sense.

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•3d

I currently own a 2022 Maruti Suzuki Swift AMT ZXi Plus and am planning to sell it to switch to an EV mainly for city usage.

Autocar India

•3d

For city use, moving up from your 2022 Swift automatic, you should consider a small, easy-going EV like the Tata Punch EV. The Tata Punch EV with the larger battery best fits your needs. It’s similar to your Swift in size, so parking and driving in traffic will feel natural, but it is much quieter and smoother. It also cuts running costs for daily office runs, and if you can charge at home overnight, you’ll cover several days of city trips without worry. The ride quality is also comfy, you get a good view out of the cabin given its higher seating position, and it is a feature-rich SUV.Do note, though, if you plan on doing highway trips, you will have to plan your charging stops. Alternatively, if you want the smallest EV purely for city usage, consider the MG Comet.

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Soumith Uppu

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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?

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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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I have booked the Kia Seltos turbo DCT. My monthly running is around 900 km, mostly in Chennai traffic. Should I wait for the hybrid version? Is it expected soon? Also, how much price difference can be expected between the turbo-petrol and the hybrid?

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The Kia Seltos hybrid, as well as the new-generation Hyundai Creta with the hybrid tech, are both expected to arrive next year. If you can wait until then, it would be better to do so, as the hybrid would be far more fuel-efficient. As for the price difference, it's hard to pinpoint right now, but expect to pay about Rs. 50,000 extra over a turbo-petrol automatic.Thus, if the wait time and the premium are not ok with you, stick with the Kia Seltos. However, given that you are mostly driving in traffic, remember that a turbo petrol would not be very efficient, and for heavy, slow traffic, the DCT can feel a bit hesitant at crawling speeds and can run warm in long jams. The Seltos with the naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol with CVT is better suited to your use, as its smoother in the city, would be more fuel-efficient and would potentially be more reliable too.

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My wife and I earn around ₹4.5 lakh per month. We are planning to buy our first car, and we prefer the EMI to be around ₹15,000-₹20,000. What car would you suggest we should buy?

Autocar India

•23h

It really depends on how much down payment you are comfortable putting in, because your EMI target of Rs 15,000 to 20,000 can get you very different cars depending on the loan tenure and upfront payment.That said, for a first car that is easy to drive, safe, comfortable and still feels special, one of the strongest picks today is the Skoda Kylaq Signature automatic. Skoda’s official pricing puts the Signature automatic in a range where, with roughly Rs 2.3 down payment and a 7 year loan, your EMI can sit broadly in your target bracket. The turbo petrol engine feels punchy without being intimidating, the torque converter automatic is smooth and fuss free, and the size is just right for a first time buyer.If you want to spend less and prioritise maximum ease of use, the Hyundai i20 IVT is another excellent first car. It is easier to drive than most SUVs, the IVT automatic is extremely smooth in traffic, and ownership is straightforward. You give up the higher seating position of an SUV, but for urban use, it is arguably an even easier first car.

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