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I live in Mangalore, Karnataka, and drive 70-90 km daily, with about 70% on NH/SH and 30% on bad rural roads (loose laterite soil, broken tracks, and heavy rain for almost half the year). I need a compact vehicle that can handle both city traffic and the challenging rural and monsoon roads. With no preference for fuel type, which specific cars/SUVs should I consider, and why?

Asked by: Nikhil Raj
Without knowing your budget, it'll be difficult to recommend an ideal car for you. For under Rs 10 lakh, consider the Tata Punch, a tough little car.
If your budget is between Rs 10-15 lakh, you could consider the Maruti Suzuki Jimny 4x4 for its small footprint yet rugged nature.
Maruti Suzuki Jimny

Maruti Suzuki Jimny

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