Is the Renault Kiger Turbo MT a good choice to buy? I need your advice on this. I have seen very positive feedback about the car on YouTube, but I am concerned about its sales. Please advise whether it is a good choice or not.

Autocar India

•1h

For mostly city use with some weekend trips, the Renault Kiger Turbo MT in the top trim is a good buy. We would pick this version because the turbo engine gives strong pull at low and mid speeds, so quick gaps and safe overtakes feel easy, and the manual is more efficient than the automatic. The Renault Kiger is also easy to drive and park, rides well over bad roads, and has good space for a small car, so it will handle daily runs and the odd family trip without fuss.

Your worry about Renault’s sales is fair. Sales are lower than those of the big brands, and the dealer network's service quality could be better. But that does not make the car weak. If your Renault dealer and workshop are close by and they have good reviews, day-to-day ownership is fine. Do take the longest warranty and a service package to lock in costs and peace of mind.

A few trade-offs to note. The turbo engine gets a bit noisy when you push it hard, and the cabin plastics feel a little cheap. Also, slow-moving parts can take longer to arrive than with popular brands.

So yes, if you like how it drives and have a nearby Renault service centre, the Kiger Turbo MT is a sensible, fun-to-drive choice. If you plan to keep the car 5-7 years, the lower resale value, which is another weakness of the Kiger, matters less, and it lines up well with what you want.

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My family consists of five adults: myself, my wife, my parents, and my brother. I currently live in a different state, while my family stays in my hometown, and I visit them once every two months. During those visits, all five of us travel together, and in the next couple of years, our family size may increase to six members after my brother’s marriage. Our usage will be minimal, around 300 km per month, mostly on highways during occasional trips. I prefer an SUV-like driving position with good visibility of the bonnet. I am confused whether I should opt for a 5-seater or a 7-seater. If going for a 7-seater, I am considering the Maruti Ertiga VXI. If a 5-seater is more practical, I would like suggestions based on reliability, mileage, safety, rear seat comfort for three adults, and resale value. My budget is ₹12 lakh, and I prefer a petrol manual car with a long ownership period of around 10 years.

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•17h

Your usage pattern is unique. You drive only occasionally but always with the full family, and in the near future, your family will grow to 6 members. A 5 seater will feel fine today, but it will become a limitation very quickly, especially for highway trips where comfort matters most.The Maruti Ertiga VXi works perfectly here. It is a proper 7 seater with usable third row space, good comfort for all passengers and a relaxed driving nature for highways. It is also known for good mileage, low maintenance and strong resale, which is important since you plan to keep the car for 10 years. The petrol engine is simple and proven, and even supports E20 fuel, so it is future-ready as well.Most importantly, it solves your core problem. You get a car where all family members can travel together comfortably, without compromise.If you go for a 5-seater instead, options like the Maruti Brezza or similar SUVs will give you a better front seat experience, and that SUV bonnet view you like, but for 3 adults at the rear, it will always feel tight, especially on longer trips. And once your family becomes 6 members, it simply will not work.

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