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•6w

I am currently using my dad's Maruti Ritz and wish to upgrade to a more premium sedan or SUV. My current shortlist includes the Toyota Hyryder Strong Hybrid, Skoda Slavia, and Honda City e:HEV. Several thoughts and concerns keep coming to mind regarding each vehicle. The Hyryder is not a proper SUV, and its 3-cylinder engine has more vibration than 4-cylinder engines. The Slavia's 4-cylinder engine is giving single-digit fuel efficiency, especially with the E20 fuel concerns. I am also worried about the long-term maintenance of its turbo engine. The City e:HEV is priced above Rs. 20 lakh, attracting luxury tax, and its on-road price goes beyond Rs. 25 lakh. I am not sure whether the cost-benefit equation will work in favour of the City. The Slavia facelift is also around the corner. I wish to keep my next car for at least 10 years.

•6w

Based on your requirements, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Strong Hybrid is the most sensible upgrade. Your concerns about the 3-cylinder engine are understandable, but in the hybrid, the petrol engine is assisted by the electric motor, which smooths out the power delivery and reduces the typical 3-cylinder vibrations. This Toyota car also delivers excellent fuel efficiency, especially in city driving, which will make a significant difference over a 10-year ownership period. While it may not be a "proper" SUV in the traditional sense, it offers a higher seating position, good ground clearance and a comfortable ride, making it a practical and premium upgrade from the Ritz.

The Honda City e: HEV is a strong alternative, but the higher price pushes it into a different budget bracket, and the cost-benefit equation becomes harder to justify. The Skoda Slavia is a great driver's car with a smooth 4-cylinder engine, an extremely practical cabin and strong performance, but if efficiency is a high priority, it is best to stick to the strong hybrid. The Slavia will receive an update soon, which will also feature a new gearbox which replaces the earlier Aisin-sourced 6-speed torque converter (AQ250) with a newer Aisin 8-speed torque converter (AQ300). This will be exclusive to the 1.0-litre engine and will be a bit more efficient too. However, in comparison to a strong hybrid, nothing really comes close.

Overall, the Hyryder Strong Hybrid offers the best balance of efficiency, reliability and ownership experience for your needs.

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•6w•

@gopikrishnanmenon , great question with specific scenario, Although Autocar's suggestion is extremely well sorted, one point to consider for you that Honda City eHEV hybrid is slightly superior in comparison and also City has bigger footprint which unlocks better cabin and driving experience and hence the higher cost of the more premium experience. Your use case still is justified by the Hyryder and is suited for you, however if you've extra cash and want more luxurious ownership then you'll have to spend much more for the top CITY variant

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I am planning to buy a new car and currently considering the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Strong Hybrid S. My primary reasons for considering the strong hybrid are fuel efficiency and the combination of adequate power with smooth city driving Here is my typical usage: Daily running: Around 30-40 km Main usage: Office commute within Mumbai Traffic: A significant part of my daily driving is in bumper to bumper/heavy city traffic Highway usage: Around 4-5 trips per year Hometown distance: Approximately 450 km one way from Mumbai Priority: Fuel efficiency, reliability, comfortable city driving and reasonable performance Expected ownership: Long-term However, before making the final decision, I would really appreciate opinions from Hyryder owners and automobile experts.

•1d

Your usage is almost tailor-made for the strong hybrid. With 30- 40 km of daily Mumbai commuting and a significant amount of stop-and-go traffic, the Hyryder can make frequent use of its electric motor at low speeds, making it exceptionally smooth and quiet in traffic. In our testing, the Hyryder hybrid returned 20.28kpl in the city and 22.85kpl on the highway, which is particularly impressive for a petrol SUV.The e-CVT is another major advantage for your usage. There are no conventional gear shifts, and the car can move in EV mode at low speeds before the petrol engine cuts in when more power is required. Performance is adequate rather than sporty, so it will comfortably handle the occasional 450km highway journey but should not be bought expecting strong acceleration.Toyota's hybrid system is also a mature technology, which makes the Hyryder a sensible choice for long-term ownership. One thing to keep in mind is the relatively small 255-litre boot in the hybrid, which is around 100 litres smaller than the mild hybrid. The rear seat is also not particularly generous for tall passengers.The S trim is the entry point to the strong hybrid range, so it makes sense if the priority is the powertrain rather than having every feature. If the budget allows, however, moving to the higher hybrid trim brings useful additional equipment.

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•2d

I would like some advice on selecting a strong-hybrid car for a family of five. My driving is mostly in the city, with occasional weekend trips to nearby hill stations or cities. My monthly running will be approximately 800-1,000 km.

•2d

For your usage, the Maruti Suzuki Victoris Hybrid is the most sensible recommendation. With 800-1,000 km a month, mostly city driving and a family of five, a strong hybrid makes sense because it delivers the best fuel efficiency in stop-start traffic, and the Victoris Hybrid is one of the most efficient cars in the segment. It also offers a comfortable ride, a spacious enough cabin and a proven ownership experience, which is important for long-term peace of mind.The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid is mechanically identical and equally good, but the Victoris has a slightly more premium interior and a better feature list at a similar price. The Honda City Hybrid is also a strong option, but the Victoris Hybrid offers better ground clearance and is a lot more cost-effective.

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•2d

I want to buy a strong hybrid car for an approximate monthly running of 800-1,000 km, mostly in the city, with occasional outstation trips.

•2d

The Victoris Hybrid is the most sensible choice here because it is essentially the same car as the Grand Vitara and Hyryder underneath, but it gets a more premium interior and a better feature list, including level 2 ADAS, at a similar price. The hybrid system is proven, the ownership experience is straightforward, and the car is well suited to both city and highway use. The only thing to keep in mind is that the boot is on the smaller side due to the battery pack, but overall it is the most balanced and value-for-money hybrid option in this segment.

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