My running is very low, mostly in the city. Sometimes I do around 300 km trips (both sides). I am planning to buy a new car within ₹10 lakh. I am confused between three options: Punch, Exter, and Brezza. Please suggest.

Autocar India

•4m

Go with the Hyundai Exter. It is the best vehicle within your budget and for city usage. You will only get a base model Maruti Suzuki Brezza LXi in your budget, and while a high-spec Tata Punch will fall in your budget, it isn't particularly smooth, refined or fuel-efficient.

The Hyundai Exter, which has just been given a mild facelift, offers a smooth and refined 1.2-litre petrol engine and a relatively smooth AMT gearbox. The AMT is preferable over the MT gearbox as the majority of your driving is in the city, and the convenience of not having a clutch will be appreciated. It's well-equipped at this price, and running costs will be relatively reasonable as well.

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from ₹6.61 Lakh

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Siddharth Chaubal

•2d

I am confused between getting a Tata Punch Adventure AMT model and the Honda Amaze VX CVT.

Autocar India

•23h

If it’s the best automatic car you’re looking for, the Honda Amaze is the clear pick. Its CVT is leagues ahead of the AMT you get in the Tata Punch, delivering smooth power delivery, seamless shifts and a driving experience that just feels more polished. Performance, too, is better. The Amaze CVT VX variant makes a strong case for itself on value, even if it is the pricier option here.The recently updated Tata Punch does make a case for itself if your daily drive involves broken surfaces and pothole-ridden roads. The Tata's rugged character and robust suspension make it feel like it's built to take a beating. There’s also a marginal edge on fuel efficiency, but the AMT gearbox simply can’t match the refinement and ease of the Amaze’s CVT.

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Uddhav shatma

•1d

My yearly running is 15,000 km, mainly on highways. I am searching for a car that provides good safety and very comfortable rear seats for long journeys, as I have elders who travel with me. Good thigh support for long journeys is important. My budget is ₹12 lakh. Which car should I consider, and which fuel type?

Autocar India

•34m

There are quite a few options within your budget, but we'll trim the list down to the Mahindra XUV 3XO, Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Maruti Suzuki Ertiga (and its twin, the Toyota Rumion).The Mahindra XUV 3XO is a tough compact SUV with a 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating. It is quite roomy for its size with ample space at the back. Good ride comfort is also a plus. Punchy engines also make it well-suited to highway drives.The Maruti Suzuki Brezza isn't as punchy as the Mahindra XUV 3XO, but it has very comfortable rear seats, good ride comfort, and is very easy to get into and out of, which your parents will appreciate.If you are open to a larger vehicle, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga VXi (or higher spec) ZXi is an option. The large rear doors and elevated seating position make getting in and out very comfortable. The large rear windows, backrest adjust, and soft seat cushioning are other aspects your parents will like. Performance isn't great, but power is enough for relaxed highway drives.

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I was initially planning to buy the Maruti Suzuki Dzire VXI, but after reconsidering my priorities, mainly ground clearance, I’m now leaning towards the Maruti Suzuki Brezza LXI with the Urbano kit (~₹10k). My budget is very tight, capped at around ₹9 lakh on-road. However, I’ve recently heard about an upcoming Brezza facelift. Since I’ve already been waiting for a month due to Dzire delivery delays, should I continue waiting for the facelift or go ahead with the current model? Also, my key priorities are good mileage, low maintenance cost, and long-term reliability, so which option would make more practical sense?

Autocar India

•2d

Given your priorities and a tight Rs 9 lakh on-road cap, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza LXi (current model) is the sensible choice right now. With 198 mm of ground clearance, it’s far better suited to bad roads, tall speed breakers and occasional rough use than the Dzire, which has about 163 mm of clearance. There is a Brezza facelift on the way, but updates are expected to be mainly cosmetic and feature-related, with the possibility of a price increase when it launches. So, to avoid further delay and likely price hikes, it’s better to buy the current Brezza now; with the facelift around the corner, you can even negotiate harder on the outgoing car as dealers will gradually be looking to clear stock.With your Rs 9 lakh on-road ceiling, the Brezza LXi is right on the edge but still realistically achievable in many cities, especially if you push for discounts. Just confirm the exact on-road price and the cost of the Urbano kit (~Rs 10k) with your local dealer. Compared with the Maruti Suzuki Dzire VXi, you gain roughly 30-35 mm of extra ground clearance (around 163 mm vs 198 mm), which directly addresses your main concern of scraping on speed breakers and broken roads. Maintenance remains straightforward for both cars, with typical Maruti service intervals of 10,000 km or 12 months, and parts and labour are among the most affordable in the segment. In terms of fuel efficiency, you can expect the Brezza 1.5 MT to deliver around 13-15 km/l in the city and 17-19 km/l on the highway in real-world use. The lighter Dzire is more efficient overall, but the Brezza still offers a good balance of mileage, robustness and long-term reliability.

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