Autocar India
•5h

I need an SUV model for my family. We are 4 members, we need comfort and safety, also good build quality and low maintenance. Twice a year, we go on a long trip. Now we are using the Alto 2011 model. Budget 10 to 15 lakh.

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•2m

The Skoda Kylaq Automatic would be the recommendation here. Coming from a 2011 Alto, the Kylaq will feel like a significant upgrade in terms of comfort, safety, performance and overall refinement. It offers strong build quality, a spacious cabin for a family of four, excellent safety credentials and a smooth automatic gearbox that makes city driving effortless. It is also comfortable enough for the two long trips you undertake every year.If low maintenance and hassle-free ownership are your top priorities, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza Automatic is another excellent option. It may not feel quite as solid or enjoyable to drive as the Skoda, but it offers proven reliability, good fuel efficiency and one of the widest service networks in the country.

VehicleSkoda Kylaq
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Brezza
Skoda Kylaq
Skoda Kylaq
•18h

How does the Triumph T4 2026 old-stock model (400cc engine) compare to the Gixxer 250SF? I am planning to upgrade from Xtreme 160R. My total usage in the metro in-city.

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•1h

The Suzuki Gixxer SF 250 is due to undergo a generation change later this year, and we'd advise you not to buy the current model, as that will be phased out soon, and the next-gen model will likely bring in many meaningful updates to this aged platform.Coming to the Triumph Speed T4 (400cc version), this is an accomplished city bike, and if you can find one, we'd recommend you jump on that because now all single-cylinder Triumphs in India are 350cc. Coming from the XTreme 160R, this will be a comprehensive upgrade, although lower fuel economy will be one trade-off.

Suzuki Gixxer SF 250
Triumph Speed T4
Hero MotoCorp Xtreme 160R
•9h

My daily ride is 120 to 150km, mostly on Highway 90%, suggest a good car within 20 lakh. Should I buy a diesel or a hybrid petrol?

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•2h

While hybrids are a great option and do deliver maximum mileage, in your budget of Rs 20 lakh, you will only get a base model variant of the three hybrids in this price range, namely the Maruti Suzuki Victoris and Grand Vitara, and the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder. Hence, we would recommend going with a diesel, of which there are many options within your budget.If you want a larger vehicle, we would recommend the Kia Seltos diesel, which you will get in the mid-spec HTK (O) and HTX variants within your budget. It's a modern SUV with great space and comfort, and a lot of the latest features and tech. Its diesel engine is not the strongest, but it is very smooth and efficient, and can be had with a stutter-free torque converter automatic gearbox.If you don't mind a smaller car, go for the Mahindra XUV 3XO, whose diesel engine is even more powerful than the one in the Seltos. It will feel stronger out on the highway, helped by its smaller size and lighter weight. It's got a spacious cabin and a comfortable and stable ride that feels like an SUV from a segment above. Do note, however, that its boot is not that large, in case you travel with luggage frequently, and it uses an AMT-type automatic, which isn't very smooth. Best of all, however, you can get a fully loaded version within your budget.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Victoris
VehicleMaruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
VehicleToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder
VehicleKia Seltos
VehicleMahindra XUV 3XO
Maruti Suzuki Victoris
Maruti Suzuki Victoris
•2d

I'm considering buying a Triumph Scrambler 400 X. However, the government's fuel-blending policies have made me reconsider my decision. Can we assume that E20 fuel will continue to be available over the next few years? Also, if higher ethanol blending levels, such as E30, are mandated in the future, would that have any significant impact on the motorcycle?

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•2h

For the short to mid-term, E20 will be the current baseline blend of petrol available on a nationwide scale. Speaking strictly about material compatibility, E20 machines should be able to handle up to E30 fuel with the fuel tank, rubber seals, gaskets and hoses all ready to support the higher blend. What will need recalibration is the ECU to handle the higher ethanol content in the fuel, which is something that will have to come from the manufacturer.

•5d

I am looking for an SUV that is very comfortable on highways and powerful enough to tackle a slippery uphill section that I need to drive on about twice a month. My current Hyundai i10 can manage the climb during the dry season, but it struggles to make it up during the rainy season when the surface becomes slippery. Could you please suggest the best SUV options within a budget of Rs. 25 lakh?

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•3h

Get the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara AllGrip AWD (manual). It is calm and comfortable at highway speeds, and its proper AWD with a lock mode gives you traction for that slippery climb in the rains, which a normal front-wheel-drive SUV will struggle with. You also get decent ground clearance and sensible tires, so you are not scraping or spinning when the surface turns slick.For your twice-a-month climb, it is the smart balance: much easier to live with than big ladder-frame 4x4s, yet far more capable than the usual soft-roaders. On long drives it rides well, has all the features you need, is super efficient and won’t tire you out. Running costs and service are friendly too, which matters over years of use.One thing to be aware of: the AWD comes only with the automatic - in case you preferred a manual, and the 1.5 petrol is not very quick for fast overtakes when fully loaded. If you can live with that, this is the most painless way to get real rainy-season ability within Rs. 25 lakh.

VehicleMaruti Suzuki Grand Vitara