I am a senior citizen looking to buy a new car for mostly local driving in Gurgaon and Delhi. My monthly running is about 500 km and my budget is ₹20–22 lakh. I have shortlisted the Honda Elevate Z CVT, Hyundai Creta AT, and Hyundai Alcazar. Please advise.

Autocar India

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The best option, considering your needs and budget, would be the Hyundai Creta with the naturally aspirated engine and CVT gearbox.

The Creta SX Premium CVT offers good driveability in the city thanks to the CVT gearbox and responsive engine, and it has all the necessary features as well.

The advantage of the Creta would be the ride comfort and seat positioning. The seat height is at a comfortable position, making getting in and out easy. The overall visibility and driving manners are effortless, and it would be a good choice to consider.

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Hi, I am planning to buy a mid-size SUV with a budget of around ₹15-16 lakh on-road. I have shortlisted the following options: Tata Sierra Honda Elevate Renault Duster I am considering the second base variant, and my driving will be around 60–70% in the city and the rest on highways. Please suggest a tension-free (reliable and low-maintenance) engine option, as I am currently using a Tata Altroz NA engine.

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I currently own a Maruti Suzuki S-Presso VXi. While I like its compact size and ground clearance, I now feel the need for a proper 5-seater car. My driving includes about 200 km per month within Bangalore city and around 4,000 km of long-distance travel annually. Could you suggest an automatic car with good ground clearance, a high seating position, and a comfortable rear seat for three passengers?

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