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•12w

I’m looking for a bike around 1.8 to 2.8 L with very good suspension for back pain. My driving every day will be 1 hr to 1.5 hr one way, which is 2-3 hrs in total. 60% high way and 40% city, with lots of school traffic. I just moved from the US, and these roads are giving me back pain. I’m looking for more comfort with seats, suspension and ride posture.

•12w

Moving up from a Pulsar 150, you should check out the 350cc Bajaj Dominar 400, which will feel more substantial and comfortable, not to mention head and shoulders above when it comes to performance. Since your ride has a lot of highway stretches, a machine that can cruise comfortably at higher speeds while keeping you comfortable will be a good bet.

If you want to look at the adventure bike space, consider the Hero Xpulse 210 and TVS Apache RTX 300. The Xpulse is lighter, which will make it easier to manage at slower speeds, and its smaller engine will also be more fuel efficient. On the other hand, the RTX has a more powerful engine capable of delivering more performance and its seating comfort is better than the Xpulse. Do bear in mind that both of these are tall bikes and will require some skill to manage if you're a shorter person.

If, instead, you want a neo-retro machine, then consider proven options like the Honda CB350 models and Royal Enfield Classic / Bullet 350. These are relaxed and comfortable machines with torquey engines, which will be suitable for long commutes. When ridden sensibly, they also return good fuel economy.

These bikes are all very different from one another, and to accurately gauge which is the best one for you, take a test ride of all before you make your decision.

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•2d

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza petrol manual. It is the most sensible first car for your needs. The naturally aspirated petrol engine is smooth, easy to drive and forgiving for a new driver, while the clutch and gearbox are light and user-friendly in city traffic. The Brezza is also one of the most reliable cars in the segment, with Maruti’s strong service network and low maintenance costs, which is important for a first-time owner. It is also a safe car with a solid build and good crash test ratings. The rear seat is comfortable enough for three adults on short city runs, and the boot is adequate for your occasional long highway trips. In your budget, you can get the base LXi variant with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine. While it misses out on fancy features, it covers all the essentials well.

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•1w

Hi, I have Rs. 20 lakh in hand and want to buy an EV. However, my height is a concern, as I am 6'1" tall, so I want a car that is comfortable for my height. I drive roughly 180 km per week and around 1,000 km every month on long road trips.

•6d

At 6ft 1in, the Sierra EV is worth considering first because the cabin is genuinely spacious and the driving position should comfortably accommodate a taller driver. It also gives you the SUV stance and substantial cabin that you are looking for, while the large boot makes it better suited to your regular long trips.Your running also makes an EV a sensible choice. Around 180km a week is easily covered through home charging, while the longer 1,000km trips will require some planning around fast charging. The Sierra EV's ride is another advantage for your usage, particularly if those long journeys include uneven roads.The Kia Carens Clavis EV is the other car worth considering. It offers a very spacious cabin and greater seating flexibility, so it makes more sense if carrying family members regularly is important. For a primarily five-seat requirement, however, the Sierra's SUV packaging is likely to appeal more.

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•6d

I am planning to buy a sub-4-metre SUV with a budget of around Rs. 11-14 lakh. The car will mainly be used for weekend driving within the city, along with around 2-4 trips to my hometown each month, with each round trip being approximately 280 km. I also have the option of installing a home charging facility if I decide to go for an EV. I am confused about which powertrain would be most suitable for my usage-petrol, CNG, hybrid, or EV. I would like your valuable suggestion

•6d

With 2-4 trips to your hometown every month, your usage is actually high enough to make an EV worth considering, especially since you can install a home charger. A Tata Punch EV 40kWh would fit the budget and is the powertrain that makes the most sense for this usage. It has a claimed range of 468km, although real-world range will naturally be lower, and it supports DC fast charging, which is useful for your 280km round trips.If you prefer to stay with an ICE car, the Maruti Fronx 1.0 turbo petrol AT would be the pick. It gives you better highway performance than the naturally aspirated alternatives, while remaining compact and easy to drive in the city.CNG is worth considering only if keeping running costs as low as possible is the priority. A factory CNG Brezza or Punch will deliver excellent fuel economy, but CNG brings more frequent refuelling and less outright performance, which matters when you are doing regular 280km highway trips. A hybrid is not really a consideration in this sub 4 metre segment at your budget.The key question with the EV is charging on your hometown trips. If you can comfortably charge at home at both ends, the Punch EV becomes particularly attractive. If charging at the destination is uncertain, the Fronx turbo petrol is the safer choice.

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I’m a first-time car buyer. My usage will be around 40% city driving and 60% on state highways, with a monthly running of approximately 800-1,000 km. The roads are somewhat okay, with some bad stretches but mostly good roads. I’m looking for an automatic transmission. Hatchbacks, compact sedans, and compact SUVs are all fine. My budget is flexible, between Rs. 12 lakh and Rs. 14 lakh. I have shortlisted 3-4 vehicles, namely: 1. Honda Amaze ZX CVT 2. Maruti Brezza ZXi Automatic 3. Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 Automatic Any other car recommendations are also welcome. I am currently posted in Varanasi, if that helps.

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With 40 percent city and 60 percent highway use, the 3XO is the better fit among your three choices. Its turbo petrol engine has considerably stronger low- and mid-range performance than the Brezza and Amaze, which will be useful on state highways, particularly when carrying passengers and luggage. It also has a well-judged ride that copes well with broken roads.The Brezza ZXi AT would be the choice for easier ownership. Its petrol engine is smoother, and Maruti's service network is a significant advantage, while its ride quality is very good on poor roads. It is also the more relaxed choice if outright performance is not important.The Amaze ZX CVT is worth considering if you prefer a sedan. Its CVT is smooth, and the suspension is comfortable over rough city roads, while the large boot is useful for highway trips. However, its engine lacks the punch of the 3XO, particularly with a full load, and the cabin is narrower.The Skoda Kylaq 1.0 TSI AT is also worth adding to the shortlist if driving enjoyment is important. It has a well sorted chassis and a conventional automatic, making it particularly appealing for your highway heavy usage.

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