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Ashish

•14w

I am planning to buy an automatic car. My 90% running is on the highway. I am confused between the Hyundai Venue DCT and the Maruti Brezza AT.

Autocar India

•14w

Both the Hyundai Venue DCT and the Maruti Suzuki Brezza AT are good cars to drive around town, but since 90% of your running will be on the highway, we would recommend going for the Venue DCT based primarily on engine performance.

The Venue’s 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine has enough torque and punch for quick overtakes. The DCT gearbox also keeps the engine in the right rev band to make the most of that torque.

The Brezza uses a larger 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, which is smooth and refined, but because it does not have a turbocharger, it lacks torque compared to the Venue. On city runs and steady cruising, it performs just fine, but when you want a quick burst of acceleration, especially for overtakes or long gradients, it does feel less eager and takes more time to respond.

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Prem

•13w

You should go for sonet deisel DCT you will be amazed the thrill driving it .

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I think Amaze is the best option as per it has best is technology ivtec engine and CVT transmission is best for city chaos, but you will probably missed the 360 degree camera and sunroof. Still it's a good choice

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•14w

Sorry my 90 percent running is in the city

Mayank s

•14w

Nothing beats brezza in the city, its 1.5 NA engine is very refined and capable for city use. Occasional highway rides is also comfortable and the power won't make much of a difference.

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My budget is around Rs. 15 lakh, and my usage will be approximately 80% city driving and 20% highway driving. I expect to drive less than 1,000 km per month. Given this usage pattern, would choosing a DCT be a good or bad option in the long run? Alternatively, is Tata's wet-clutch DCA a better choice? Torque converter options seem quite limited within my budget. I have considered the following options, but each comes with certain concerns: Skoda Kylaq - I am unsure about its long-term reliability and maintenance. Maruti Suzuki Brezza - Feels somewhat outdated. Maruti Suzuki Fronx - Does not seem to offer enough value for the price. Mahindra XUV 3XO - Concerned about dealer and service support. Hyundai Venue and Tata Nexon - Both seem like good options, but I am concerned about long-term gearbox wear and tear. Based on my usage and priorities, which vehicle would you recommend?

Autocar India

•8h

Pick the Mahindra XUV 3XO MPFi petrol automatic. Its torque-converter automatic gearbox is the most robust for your mostly city use with smooth crawling and far lower risk of costly clutch wear than a dual-clutch. While efficiency will not be as high as others like the Nexon or Brezza, your low 1,000 km a month should not make this too much of a worry and on the whole it stays well within your budget. Mahindra service can vary from dealer to dealer, so do check your local dealer options.If your Mahindra dealer is really weak, between the others, you could wait a for just about two months when the new updated Maruti Brezza is due to arrive. It too has a torque convertor autobox and its low ride is very plush and really a boon to have over bad city roads.

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Hello Team Autocar! I am very impressed with the interiors of the 2026 Hyundai Venue, although I do not particularly like its exterior design. I am looking at the HX10 variant and, despite knowing that fuel efficiency is not great, I would like your opinion on its driving dynamics, steering feedback, and cornering ability. My commute will be split equally between very congested city traffic in Shillong and hilly roads between Shillong and Guwahati, with occasional drives on the plains of Assam. I currently drive a Skoda Kushaq Style 1.5 TSI MT and am considering the Venue as an addition to my garage. Thank you.

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•2d

The Hyundai Venue is an easy-to-drive, comfy city runabout. On hilly, winding roads, it grips fine, the nose points in cleanly and body control in general is very good, but being a Kushaq owner, you could find yourself yearning for more driver connect. Thankfully, it gets drive modes which artificially add some weight and resistance to the steering, for a 'sportier' feel.For hilly areas, its 1.0-litre turbo-petrol has adequate pulling power, and the dual-clutch transmission works well too. Additionally, it gets steering-mounted paddle shifters to give you control over the gearbox. Do keep in mind that the transmission could heat up if you're holding the vehicle at a standstill on a slope in 'D' mode for a long. Also, it is best to shift to neutral and depress the brake if you know that the car will be stationary for a long time.In summary, the Venue might not feel as engaging or enjoyable as your Kushaq, but as a secondary car, it is a good option.

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Hyundai Verna 2026 top model vs Honda City 2026 top model - which is the more practical and value-for-money car? Also, what would be Autocar India’s recommendation between the two?

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•3h

Considering the naturally aspirated engines in both, the Honda City is the better pick. It rides and handles better, has a nicer back seat, and performance is livelier. Add Honda’s typically higher resale value and lower running costs, and it becomes the better long-term proposition.Where the Hyundai Verna fights back is with more features and the option of a turbo-petrol engine. If you want the faster, flashier sedan at this price, then the Verna turbo-petrol is the one to have.For a practical, value-for-money buy over the years of ownership, the City is the smarter pick. Choose the Verna only if performance and extra features matter more than everyday ease of use and efficiency.

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•6d

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