Please suggest a good tyre upgrade for my Skoda Rapid. The stock tyres are Goodyear Assurance 195/55 R16. My priorities are ride comfort, low NVH, and long tyre life, in that order. My driving is primarily on cemented highways, up to 120 km/h. Also, is upgrading to a 205/55 section tyre for a wider stance advisable?

Autocar India

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Since, the Nissan Magnite is still showing alignment issues even after suspension work and repeated visits to the dealership. You are right to push for a proper resolution rather than accept it as normal. A slight steering pull or uneven tyre wear on a relatively new car usually points towards either incomplete wheel alignment or suspension geometry issues. Also, in some cases, damage or tolerance issues with suspension or steering components. The positive here is that the Nissan dealership has acknowledged the problem, which is important, but if the issue persists after 15 days in the workshop. Then, you should ask for a more detailed technical inspection report and ensure that tyre condition, suspension parts, steering rack and wheel balancing are all being checked systematically rather than just repeated alignments.At the same time, since you mention the issue is now minor. But it is also worth understanding that modern cars can sometimes develop slight left or right drift depending on road camber and tyre wear patterns. So it is important to distinguish between a genuine fault and a small behavioural characteristic. The best way to judge this is by checking whether the car pulls consistently on a flat road and whether tyre wear is uneven over time.

Nissan Magnite

Autocar India

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The new Hyundai Ioniq 5 has just been launched and is available for Rs 55.7 lakh (ex-showroom). The big change is a larger battery 84kWh battery (up from 72.6kWh ) with a corresponding increase in range to 690km on a full charge, which is quite substantial. Other changes are mainly cosmetic with styling enhancements to the front and rear bumpers, a new set of alloy wheels and a redesigned rear spoiler. The interiors are largely unchanged and continue with the same airy and spacious cabin, connected cockpit, and in-car payment support for charging.Hyundai has also added a few safety and convenience features like rear parking collision-avoidance assist and enhanced parking distance warnings.

Hyundai Ioniq 5

Autocar India

•6h

The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder strong-hybrid in the top V trim fits your brief best for a 70km daily run split between city and highway, and a Rs 15-25 lakh budget. It keeps fuel use very low in the city part of your drive, its engine and gearbox feel smooth and quiet in traffic, and Toyota’s service is reliable and proven, so upkeep stays easy over the years.For your highway half, the hybrid cruises steadily and feels relaxed at 90-100 kph, and you still save fuel compared to a normal petrol. It is also loaded with useful features in higher trims, like a 360-degree camera and cooled front seats, which make daily use nicer. Because it is a hybrid, you also avoid diesel maintenance like regenerating the DPF, which requires extra effort.However, the hybrid’s boot is smaller than the pure petrol versions, so if you carry big bags often, it is worth checking. Also, when you press hard to overtake at high speed, it sounds a bit loud and does not jump ahead like a strong diesel.If you still prefer diesel pull and a bigger boot, look at the Kia Seltos diesel automatic - which you'll get in fully loaded GTX (A) or X-Line (A) trims. Your 50 percent highway use suits diesel well, and it is very well equipped. But make sure you keep the DPF regenerated regularly, which should happen on the highway section of your drive.Overall, for your mixed use and focus on features, low running cost and easy upkeep, the Hyryder strong-hybrid lines up best.

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder

Kia Seltos

Autocar India

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Going by your shortlist, you want a bigger family car on a tight budget and are looking at base trims. If you need the car in the next couple of months for mostly city use with some weekend trips, pick the Kia Seltos HTE (O) IVT. It is well equipped and, compared to the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, gives you more back-seat space and boot room.The Brezza update will be relatively minor, though we expect the 1.5 NA engine to make way for the 1.0 turbo-petrol from the Fronx. Waiting for it only makes sense if you mainly drive in tight city areas and want an easier-to-park car.Overall, for a near-term purchase and everyday comfort, the Seltos lines up best with what you’re considering.

Kia Seltos

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

Maruti Suzuki Fronx

Autocar India

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You’re after a no-drama, long-term family car that is easy to drive, comfortable and roomy. For that brief, the Honda Elevate VX CVT is a good fit. The VX CVT is the sweet spot because the automatic keeps the engine smooth in traffic, and the VX trim gets the useful features without pushing the price too high.Why it fits your list: Honda’s simple 1.5 petrol has a long, clean track record, so it suits your “no issues for 10+ years” aim. The driving position is high, the steering is light, and the CVT makes stop-go city work very easy. Space is good for four adults, the seats are supportive, and the suspension deals with broken roads well, so daily comfort is strong.Trade-offs to note: it is not the quickest for fast highway passes, and rivals offer more flashy features. If you expect a lot of high-speed use with a full load, you may want more punch.Regarding waiting for a facelift, while it may launch this year, there is no confirmed date or list of changes. An update usually brings small styling tweaks and a few extra features, and prices can go up too. The basics you care about are space, ease of driving, Honda’s engine and service and these are unlikely to change much.If you do want to look around, pick the Kia Seltos IVT for more features and a more modern cabin. Overall, for your needs, the Elevate VX CVT lines up best right now.

Honda Elevate

Kia Seltos

Autocar India

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With your income and priorities, you should focus on low cost, high fuel efficiency and ease of driving. The Alto K10 fits this perfectly. It is one of the most affordable cars in India, delivers excellent mileage and is extremely easy to drive in the city, which is ideal for your parents. It is also inexpensive to maintain and backed by Maruti’s wide service network, which keeps ownership stress very low. Over time, this matters more than anything else.If you want more space and a slightly more premium feel, then the Maruti Suzuki Celerio is the next step. It offers better cabin space, a more comfortable ride and still maintains strong fuel efficiency and low running costs. It feels like a more complete car, especially if your parents value comfort.

Maruti Suzuki Alto K10

Maruti Suzuki Celerio