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Which car should I buy for a maximum monthly usage of 500 km? It will be used mostly by a 60-year-old person and his wife.

•8w

Given your requirements, the focus should be on ease of use, comfort and long-term reliability rather than performance. The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the most sensible choice here. It is easy to drive, has a comfortable ride, a spacious cabin and it is easy to get in and out of. It is also extremely reliable and inexpensive to maintain, which is important for long-term ownership. The petrol engine is smooth and efficient, and with your low low monthly running, there is no need to consider diesel, hybrid or EV options. If you prefer a slightly higher seating position for better visibility, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx is a good alternative, offering the same reliability and ease of ownership in a more SUV-like package. Both cars are easy to manoeuvre in the city, comfortable on occasional highway runs and backed by Maruti’s extensive service network, making them ideal for your usage.

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@bharatkumargarg Go for Baleno because it is good car i own Baleno

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@bharatkumargarg Go for Baleno because Same soul but Fronx is much highly priced. Rear passengers in Fronx remains uncomfortable due to less head space.

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@bharatkumargarg Go for Baleno because its more bang for the buck. You get more Value for Money with Baleno than Fronx. Just for 2 cms height in Ground Clearance, you have to compromise a lot of convenient features with Fronx vs Baleno. Plus Fronx does not have the more luxury versions of Alpha or Zeta with the 1.2L NA 4 Cylinder engine, which is more smoother than the 3 cylinder turbo engine. GO FOR THE BALENO..

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I suggest baleno, because it's totally comfortable cabin space and good mileage and economy, not much maintenance. Totally good because i own this car since November 2025

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Nexon AMT smart plus

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Makes sense 👍

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Budget 3.5 to 4 lacs. I am okay with a second hand option. Purpose is occasional city rides in delhi and mostly highway and hill drive. Petrol manual preferable. I own a chevy beat petrol currently. Plz suggest

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Why not Hyundai i20 instead of BALENO

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@svilas25 Yes. i20 is more luxury than Baleno, especially the interiors, Fit & Finish, etc.. It sells less than Baleno just for the outer looks and the nasty milage compared to Baleno's milage..

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@raahjesh I have purchased i20 in.2021...I get good mileage of 17 to 20 km on Highway

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Not fully convinced

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I have an Alto K10 (2023 model). During long drives, I experience back pain. If I want to change my car and buy one on bank loan, which car would be best for comfort and long-distance driving?

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@hilalah Required Car under 6 to 8 on road

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@hilalah Do you want to buy a second hand (used) car or you prefer to buy a new one?

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I have an Alto K10 (2023 model). During long drives, I experience back pain. If I want to change my car and buy one on loan, which car would be best for comfort and long-distance driving?

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I currently drive a Hyundai i10 CNG, with daily running of around 6 km in Gurgaon city traffic and a monthly highway drive of around 200 km. I am now planning to upgrade my car, with an on-road budget of Rs. 12 lakh for a petrol sub-4-metre SUV, up to Rs. 14 lakh for a petrol midsize SUV, and Rs. 15 lakh for an EV. I live in a rented apartment on the second floor, so I am apprehensive about getting an EV. I prefer an EV, but installing a charger could be complicated due to the sanctioned load. My running could increase to nearly 800 km per month in the future. My key priorities are: - Good suspension and ride comfort, as I have a back problem - Decent fuel efficiency in heavy city traffic - Low to medium maintenance costs - Auto hold and ventilated seats would be good to have I sometimes consider buying a manual, but I mostly prefer an automatic. I am currently considering the Maruti Brezza, Baleno AMT, Fronx AMT/AT, Sonet iMT, Exter AMT, and even the upcoming Inster, VF3, and Bayon. I am open to other suggestions as well. Note: I had a bad driving experience with the Punch AMT, as it caused back fatigue.

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Given your priorities of ride comfort, fuel efficiency and low maintenance, the Maruti Brezza automatic is the most sensible upgrade. It offers a comfortable ride, a proven naturally aspirated petrol engine and Maruti's strong service network, which keeps long-term ownership costs in check. The torque converter automatic is smooth in city traffic, and the Brezza's higher seating position will help with your back issues. The Sonet iMT is not the right choice here. While it is a good car, the iMT is not a true automatic and will not offer the same ease of use in Gurgaon traffic. The Baleno AMT and Exter AMT are also not ideal given your back issues and the fact that AMT gearboxes are not as smooth as torque converter automatics in stop-start conditions.On the EV front, your apprehension about charging is valid. Without a straightforward home charging solution, an EV will add unnecessary complexity to your ownership experience. The upcoming Bayon is interesting and if you can wait a few weeks you would have a better picture before making a decision. For now, the Brezza automatic strikes the best balance between comfort, efficiency and hassle-free ownership.

I’m a working professional looking for a comfortable car with ample legroom, with a budget of Rs 8-12 lakh. My daily commute is around 55km, with occasional long trips with family. Should I consider an EV, petrol or diesel, and which segment would best suit my requirements? I’m looking for a decent-looking car with a little bit of performance and a softer suspension setup. My existing car is a Chevrolet Cruze, so I would also like something that feels comfortable and sufficiently powerful compared with my current car.

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Coming from a Cruze, the Mahindra XUV 3XO is the closest fit to the character you are looking for within Rs 8-12 lakh. It has a strong 1.2-litre turbo petrol with 200Nm, a spacious cabin with excellent rear legroom, good ground clearance and one of the better ride qualities in this segment. The suspension is slightly firm rather than genuinely soft, but it deals with bad roads very well.With 55km of daily running, diesel does make lot of sense as long as you do regular highway running. An EV is worth considering only if home charging is available, but at this budget it would mean compromising on the performance and space you seem to value.The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is another option if low running costs, easy ownership and attractive styling are priorities. But it doesn't feel as premium as the 3XO.

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•1d

The pollution certificate on my Baleno was expiring and I kept delaying it because of the queues. Found a nearby PUCC centre.

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