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•1h

I'm looking for a new car with an on-road budget of Rs 8-10 lakh in Mumbai. I want something that offers an enjoyable driving experience and has some character, along with no-nonsense reliability and ownership. Some important features for me are a decent infotainment and audio system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, rear AC vents to deal with Mumbai's humid summers, and automatic climate control. The car should also feel stable on the highway during long drives. I prefer a petrol car with a manual transmission, ideally with a naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine. A turbo-petrol is also fine if it offers a good power-to-weight and torque-to-weight ratio. Features such as alloy wheels, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, leather seat covers and ventilated seats would be good to have, but aren't essential.

•3m

The Hyundai i20 N Line will meet your requirements well. It will not meet every specification but will match what you are expecting from your car. The driving experience is very good, and it is a reliable car too. Being a Hyundai, it is very well equipped with features like alloy wheels, auto climate control, rear AC vents and a decent touchscreen with Android Auto.

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Hi, I’m looking for recommendations for an automatic car primarily suited to city driving, with an on-road budget of Rs 10–12 lakh in Hyderabad. I currently own a 2022 Maruti Suzuki Ignis manual and a Brezza, which I plan to retain for highway trips. I’m looking to replace the Ignis with an automatic that will primarily be used for daily city commutes. My monthly running is around 1,500km, with approximately 80% city driving and 20% on the ORR. My priorities include a comfortable driving position for my 5’10” height, good ride quality, real-world fuel efficiency and a smooth automatic gearbox. Senior-citizen-friendly entry and exit, along with comfortable rear seats, are also important as my father occasionally travels with me. I’m open to any body style or fuel type since the Brezza will continue to handle highway duties. Could you suggest your top 2–3 options that I should shortlist for back-to-back test drives with my father before making a decision? Real-world ownership experiences and feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

•1h

Given your requirements, you should consider the Maruti Suzuki Baleno AMT. It falls within your budget of Rs 12 lakh, it has an efficient three-cylinder petrol engine, an AMT automatic gearbox and has a spacious cabin. The doors also open wide, and it isn't very low-set, so getting in and out should not be an issue for senior citizens. It will also be comfortable for your height, and the ride quality is also comfy and composed. Being a Maruti, it will also be stress-free to own and easy to maintain, as you would have experienced with your Brezza and Ignis. Alternatively, you could also consider the Hyundai i20 IVT. It comes with a larger, four cylinder engine, a smoother CVT automatic gearbox and feels more premium inside. But if won't be nearly as fuel efficient as the Baleno, the rear seat won't be as spacious and it will be more expensive to buy.

I need a second car with a maximum budget of Rs 13.5 lakh (on-road). My top priorities are performance and driving feel. I am confused between the Hyundai i20 N Line and the Skoda Kylaq Signature+ (both automatics). Which one is better for pure driving pleasure, given my running split is 70% highway and 30% city?

•6h

Both models on your shortlist are enjoyable cars to drive. The Skoda Kylaq feels punchy and solidly put together and also offers a crucial bit more ground clearance than the Hyundai i20. It's also got the smoother gearbox. However, for someone buying a car primarily for driving feel with the majority of use on the highway, the i20 N line gets our vote. Performance is good but it's the tweaked suspension and steering that really uplift the N Line to make it feel properly involving to drive in corners. This Hyundai car also looks sportier thanks to the visual upgrades outside and inside, while the slightly enhanced soundtrack from the exhaust is a happy reminder that you are driving something special.

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