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•10w

I am looking for Maruti Suzuki Victoris VXI CNG as I already own Maruti Suzuki Swift ZXI CNG that I will be selling. My monthly running is around 1000 km mostly within the city and mileage is a concern for me. Is there any other car that you can suggest under a budget of Rs. 13 lakh?

•9w

With a monthly running of around 1,000 km, mostly within the city, and mileage being a key concern, the Maruti Suzuki Victoris VXI CNG makes sense. The Victoris offers a spacious cabin, good ride comfort and a premium feeling cabin, while still delivering the low running costs and reliability you are used to with Maruti’s CNG systems. It is also a practical family car for city use, with a high seating position and good overall comfort.

That said, at around Rs. 13 lakh, the Victoris VXi CNG is at the upper end of your budget. If you are looking for a more cost-effective option, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG is worth considering. It is a more affordable SUV with the same powertrain setup, good ride comfort and a strong ownership experience. However, the Victoris remains the more premium and spacious option.

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•9w•

@nkesari Go for Brezza ,more practical good ground clearance,good boot space with underbody cng tank like victorious.Good mileage can be used in city as well as highways good resale value then victorious.

•9w•

I want to purchase a 7 seater suv..options are tata safari, m&m xuv7xo and Scorpio N and like to install after market cng for fuel economy...can you please suggest which one better for cng, please

•9w•

@ran.2 don't go for after Market cng as now opt for cng factory fitted.I don't find above vehicles short listed by you recommended for cng.

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•1d

I am planning to buy a new car. My daily commute is around 40 km in Hyderabad city, and I drive approximately 500 km (one way) on the highway once a month. My budget is around Rs. 25 lakh. I am looking for a reliable petrol/electric car with good mileage and low maintenance cost. I am also confused whether I should consider an electric car or not. Please suggest the best options for my usage.

•19h

With a daily 40 km city commute and a 500 km one-way highway trip every month, a petrol hybrid is the most sensible choice. The Maruti Suzuki Victoris Hybrid is the best fit for your usage and budget. It delivers excellent fuel efficiency in the city thanks to the hybrid system, while also being reliable and low maintenance. On the highway, it is comfortable and efficient, and you do not have to worry about charging infrastructure or range planning.An EV is not the ideal choice here. While your daily commute is well within EV territory, the monthly 1,000 km round trip means you would have to plan charging stops and rely on public charging infrastructure, which can add time and uncertainty to your journey. The cost savings of an EV are also less compelling when you factor in the higher upfront cost and the need for fast charging on long trips.The Victoris Hybrid strikes the right balance between efficiency, reliability and ease of ownership. It is a car you can buy and use without having to change your routine or worry about charging. Go for the Victoris Hybrid and you will have a car that is efficient, reliable and easy to live with for years to come.

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•21h

I am looking for a petrol manual family car with a budget of up to Rs 9 lakh. Which car would you recommend?

•2h

For comfort, performance, practicality, proven reliability, and a trouble-free ownership experience, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza 1.0 Turbo MT LXI seems like the most sensible family car under Rs 9 lakh. Of course, being the entry-level variant, features will be limited. If you're looking for a sedan, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire VXI MT is also a good buy. It'll be more efficient than the Brezza, with the only drawback being that its performance won't be as effortless.

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•4d

I am planning to buy a subcompact SUV with an on-road budget of up to Rs. 15 lakh in the NCR. The options I am considering are the Skoda Kylaq, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Hyundai Venue, Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor. An automatic transmission is a necessity. I prefer a reliable car with good after-sales service, as I want to avoid frequent visits to service centres. Mileage is not a major concern, as my annual running will be less than 5,000 km. I am evaluating these options against the Skoda Kylaq Sportline, as I am concerned about the E20 fuel-related issues reported by other owners. Which car would you recommend for reliable and hassle-free ownership?

•2d

Go for the Skoda Kylaq Sportline automatic. Your priorities are clear: reliability, low running costs, an automatic, and minimal service headaches. The Kylaq is a genuinely good driver's car with a proven 1.0 TSI engine and a 6-speed torque converter automatic that is smooth and well suited to city driving. Skoda has improved its service network in NCR, and the Kylaq is a solid product with a good ownership track record.On the E20 concern, do not overthink it. The Kylaq is E20 compliant, and modern engines are engineered with sufficient tolerance for E20. There is no official roadmap beyond E20, and the impact is largely limited to a slight drop in fuel economy.The XUV 3XO is a strong value proposition with more features and a wider cabin, but the Kylaq feels more premium and is the better driver's car. The Brezza and Urban Cruiser Taisor are the safe, reliable choices with excellent service reach, but they are not as engaging to drive and feel less premium inside. The Venue is a good all-rounder, but the Kylaq offers a better driving experience.With your low running costs and focus on reliability, the Kylaq Sportline automatic is the right balance of driving enjoyment, premium feel and long-term ownership confidence.

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•1w

Hi Autocar Team, I am planning to buy a seven-seater car. I have test-driven the Renault Triber Turbo and Citroen Aircross X and was impressed by what both offer at their price points. However, the Aircross put a wide smile on my face. As a current Maruti Suzuki user, I did not consider the Ertiga because it feels similar to our Swift. I liked the Aircross X but am sceptical about Citroen's service network and spare parts availability. However, there are three Citroen showrooms within 45 km of my place. Please suggest which car I should choose. My budget: Rs. 15 lakh Current vehicle: Second-generation Maruti Suzuki Swift petrol (2017) Annual usage: Around 10,000 km, with a 50:30:20 split between town, highway and city driving Requirement: A seven-seater car

•6d

The Citroen's interiors feel more special, its engine is more powerful, and its ride-handling balance is outstanding; however, for seven adults, it won't be as comfortable as the Triber.In fact, the Triber's superb packaging makes it genuinely comfortable for passengers in all three rows, despite its compact sub-4-meter dimensions. The new turbo-petrol engine makes it an effortless performer, and its ride quality feels very mature too. Moreover, the Triber Turbo is also much more affordable in comparison, making it outstanding value for money. Yes, the Aircross X will appeal to your heart, but given Citroen's limited service network and cramped third row, the Triber Turbo is the more sensible choice.

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•3d

Please advise which car would be the best choice for long-term ownership: the Mahindra Scorpio, Tata Safari, Tata Harrier, Jeep Compass, Volkswagen SUV, or any other suitable option. My priority is reliability, long-term durability, and hassle-free ownership over the next 10 years or more. I would appreciate suggestions based on real-world ownership experience, maintenance costs, spare parts availability, and after-sales support.

•3d

For long-term ownership, the Mahindra Scorpio N is the safest recommendation from your shortlist. It has a proven track record, robust mechanicals and a strong service network, making it a dependable choice for 5-10 years of ownership. The Tata Harrier and Tata Safari have improved significantly, but the Scorpio N still has the edge on long-term reliability and ownership confidence. The Jeep Compass is a good product, but it is now an ageing model and does not offer the same value proposition as the Scorpio N. If you are open to alternatives, the Mahindra XUV 7XO is worth considering. It is a more modern product with a better balance of comfort, features and refinement, and it is a strong long-term ownership proposition as well. The Volkswagen Taigun and Skoda Kushaq are excellent driver's cars, but they are smaller and do not offer the same level of space or road presence as the Scorpio N or XUV 7XO.

I am planning to buy my first car. I want to have a 7-seater and need it for long term ownership. I liked the Citroen Aircross X design for 5+2. I am planning to choose a car with automatic transmission. I have couple of major concerns for which I would like your advice. First one is Mileage, I heard Aircross has a mileage issue and its real-world city mileage is 8 kpl while on highway it is 14 kpl. Is it the same for X version also? Second advice is for its service network. I have heard from the people that its service is slow. Regular servicing also takes around 2 days of time. I have a service center within 10 km from my home. My budget is Rs. 20 Lakh and I need an automatic transmission with rear and front parking camera or 360-degree camera since I am a new driver. Are there any 7-seater alternatives within this budget?

•2d

The Citroen Aircross X is a good-looking car, now with a premium interior. It is the only SUV in its category which offers a 5+2 seating configuration, and even though the third row is not particularly spacious, it works for occasional use. The real-world fuel efficiency figures as per our tests are 9.5kpl and 13.62kpl in city and highway conditions, respectively, which is quite decent given the strong and smooth performance this 1.2-turbo-petrol-AT delivers. What's more is that ride comfort is outstanding, perhaps the best among all midsize SUVs. So as far as comfort and practicality goes, the Aircross X is a good car.Citroen's service centre network is limited, but since you have a touchpoint close to your home, your vehicle's regular servicing and maintenance is likely to be taken care of smoothly. If you love the Aircross X for what it is, go for it - as far as value goes, it is an outstanding proposition. If you're looking for proper seven-seater alternatives, we'd strongly recommend the Kia Carens Clavis HTK+ turbo-petrol automatic version. All three rows are properly spacious, well-suited for adults. This variant will be within your Rs 20 lakh on-road budget, and it has front and rear parking sensors, as well as rear-view camera to make parking easy for you. Sure, it isn't an SUV, but it is a very sensible car, if you need a proper seven-seater.

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