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prasad shiraskar

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I’m planning to upgrade from my Tata Tiago and need some help deciding between the Maruti Suzuki Brezza 2026 and the new Kia Seltos. My key requirements are: - Good fuel economy - Affordable service and maintenance - Comfortable for city driving My usage will mostly be city driving in Navi Mumbai, around 75 km per day, 3 times a week. Could you please suggest which one would be a better fit for my needs? Also, let me know if there are any other better options I should consider

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For your needs, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is best. For your mostly city use in Navi Mumbai, it will use less fuel, cost less to keep running, and it is easier to drive and park than the Kia Seltos. Coming from a Tata Tiago, the Brezza will feel like a clear step up in space and ride comfort but it still feels light and simple to handle in tight lanes and crowded parking. The Brezza is known to be more efficient in daily stop-go traffic than the bigger, heavier Seltos, and Maruti’s service is cheaper and more widespread, which helps over years of ownership. The 6-speed automatic changes gears smoothly, the seat is set high so you see out easily, and the steering is light, which takes the stress out of your 75 km city runs.

One thing to be aware of is that the Brezza is not very quick if you push hard on the highway, and its cabin feels simpler than the Seltos. Also, the boot is smaller, so if you often carry a lot of luggage, note that.

Pick the Kia Seltos 1.5 petrol iVT only if you want a larger, more premium-feeling car and do more highway trips - its smooth automatic is nice in traffic, but it will use a bit more fuel and cost more to buy and service.

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S Dhandapani

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I am confused between the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi Plus and the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX7L.

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The Mahindra XUV 3XO AX7L is substantially more expensive than the Maruti Brezza ZXI+; however, you get a lot more for the money. In addition to features like ADAS, all-wheel disc brakes, etc, you also get a more powerful 131hp turbo-petrol engine. It makes the drive experience far more effortless, both in the city and on the highway. Also, the XUV 3XO's cabin feels a lot more upmarket and airy, not only due to the bright interiors, but also due to its panoramic sunroof. As a product, it is certainly superior to the Brezza.Space-wise, though, the Maruti Brezza is similar, and both cars feel equally capable over bad and broken roads. The Brezza has an edge in terms of boot space, and its fuel-efficiency will be better than the Mahindra's. The Maruti's overall ownership experience with its wider service network is likely to be trouble-free as well. In case you're going for the Brezza, wait for the updated version which is likely to be launched in a few months.

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Roshan

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I am looking for a car that fits 5 people comfortably with good under thigh support for all passengers and offers good ride comfort. My budget is under 15 lakhs. Rear seat should be easily accessible for elderly people and provide good support. Most of my driving is in city.

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Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza - for your need of a comfortable 5-seater with easy rear access, it fits best under your budget and daily city use. The Brezza’s seat height is just right, so elders do not have to bend or climb, and the rear doors open wide which makes getting in and out simple. The rear seat has a longer cushion than most cars at this price, so thigh support is good even on longer trips, and the backrest angle is relaxed. In the city it rides softly over speed breakers and broken roads, keeps small bumps away from the cabin, and the light controls make it easy to drive.One thing to be aware of is that the engine is tuned more for smoothness than speed, so it will not feel very quick if you push hard, though that shouldn't be a problem given that most of your driving is in the city. We recommend opting for the ZXi+ AT, as the smooth torque converter automatic will make life easier around town.If rear seat space and the easiest entry for elders are top priority, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga gives you the roomiest back seat and a very calm ride, but it is longer and a bit harder to park. When you test drive, have your elders get into the rear seat themselves and sit for 10-15 minutes, and drive over a few rough patches to feel the support and ride.

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Akash Verma

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I am planning to buy an automatic car under ₹10 lakh. Currently, I own a 2012 Maruti Suzuki Swift petrol (ZXI) and a 2012 Honda Civic petrol. I am confused between the new Renault Duster and the Maruti Suzuki options in this segment. Could you suggest the most suitable car based on my requirements?

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Unfortunately, the automatic variants of the Renault Duster and Maruti Suzuki Brezza/Victoris don't fall within your Rs 10 lakh budget. Since you're looking for an SUV-like automatic option, you could consider Maruti Fronx or Toyota Taisor 1.2 petrol-AMT. These are crossover-esque versions of the Maruti Baleno/Toyota Glanza hatchbacks, which are spacious, efficient and will be a good replacement for your Swift. If you're open to hatchbacks, the Hyundai i20 IVT is also a great option.

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Posted on: 11 Apr 2026