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•6w

Hi, I am looking to buy the Renault Kiger mid-spec AMT. Is it a good choice, or can you please recommend any other car within a budget of Rs. 8.5 lakh?

•6w

The Renault Kiger AMT is a decent choice, but the naturally aspirated 1.0-litre engine paired with the AMT gearbox can feel a bit lethargic, especially when carrying passengers or during highway overtakes. It gets the job done, but it isn't the most refined or responsive package in the segment.

At your budget, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno Delta AMT is worth serious consideration. Its four-cylinder petrol engine is smoother, more powerful and more refined than the Kiger's three-cylinder unit. The AMT gearbox is also better calibrated, making the overall driving experience more pleasant in daily use.

If you prefer the higher seating position and crossover-like stance of the Kiger, then the Hyundai Exter AMT is another strong alternative. It also gets a smooth four-cylinder engine paired with a well-sorted AMT, and it feels more refined in city driving.

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•6w

I own Reno Kiger Emotion Turbo manual, its spacious, no road is a hurdle. Good power toping at 140+. Getting a decent mileage of 12-14 within city and on hiway around 18+. Have a trail within this budget it's good one to own.

•6w

I owned a renault kiger, it's the worst vehicle one could buy.. Very lethargic, tin body ( just looks like macho) , pathetic plastic and the noises it makes, worst ac, not a good suspension. Used it for 25k and sold it... Just wanted to get rid of it... Was so much annoyed.

•4w

It is a good car . I had a scala and I have done one lakh kms without any problems.everything depends on driving discipline and maintenance. Wish you decide on one and go ahead.

•6w

I purchased in Feb 18th 2026 I am using Turbo CVT Emotion variant one of the beautiful experience I am having even I have got mileage 22 without ac wen I am using cruise control I check via petrol tank to tank full I have screen shot if you use Ac at 3 point in cruise u will get at 19.5 to 20.3 in normal mode u will get,more over comfort is good and also the gauge is good it's really worth built quality u can trust Kiger mini suv 100% this is my genuine feedback back

•6w

@piush - Honestly, the Kiger AMT is decent for the price and offers good space, but the AMT gearbox isn't the smoothest, especially in city traffic. In this budget, I would prefer to have a look at the Hyundai Exter AMT and Tata Punch AMT.

•6w

Useless car. I own one such. Gives very low mileage, poor airconditioner, very cheap quality electricals. The motor of the power windows gives up frequently. Above all the service guys are fantastic. Whenever I sent it for service, gets back with something damaged. Go for any Maruti or Hyundai stable

•3w

@shailendra.chd even hyundai service is not great . I have spent lakh and more for dfr

•6w

Go for Kiger Turbo CVT or Manual eyes closed. It's miles ahead of any other competitors. Suzuki is TIN CAN so if you don't care about safety go for it. Exter is just too small 🙂 Check Magnite as well at this budget.

•6w

Renault probably is a good brand . When the feel of drive matters prefer a German car though little costlier. Everlasting is the requirement then Japanese giant to be considered .

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•2d

Hi, I am 30 years old and currently learning to drive. I am looking for a car with a good safety rating and reliable after-sales service. My maximum budget is Rs. 10 lakh. Most of my driving will be in the city, with occasional long-distance trips and highway drives. The car should be easy to drive and comfortably accommodate four family members, excluding the driver. Could you please suggest a few good options within my budget?

•1d

The best car for your needs is the Nissan Magnite, which is the best all-rounder you can get under Rs 10 lakh budget. It's got a 5-star Global NCAP crash test rating, is comfortable for five passengers, and though Nissan's service network isn't as wide as other brands, maintenance is efficient, reliable and inexpensive. This Nissan car comes with a fuel-efficient 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine, which should fit in your budget, and it's also powerful enough for your occasional highway trips. It's an SUV with a high seating position, light steering and light transmission controls, so you should be able to learn to drive easily with it.Other alternatives are the Tata Punch, which has a good safety rating but isn't as fuel-efficient and whose aftersales service isn't as strong, and the Hyundai Exter, which is easier to drive but hasn't got a safety rating from any NCAP authority. Neither is as spacious as the Nissan Magnite.

Hi, this will be my first car and my budget is Rs. 10 lakhs for an automatic transmission. I am looking for a city car primarily with occasional long distance trips. Can you suggest a car that has smooth transmission within this budget and also has a decent after sale service but still it is not too expensive to maintain? I am okay with both hatchback and sub-4 meter SUV options if available.

•3d

For a first car under 10 lakh and a focus on city driving with occasional long trips, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno AMT is the most sensible recommendation. It is a well-rounded hatchback with a smooth AMT gearbox, excellent fuel efficiency and low maintenance costs. Maruti’s service network is the strongest in the country, which keeps ownership hassle-free and affordable. The Baleno also offers a comfortable ride, a spacious cabin and enough boot space for weekend getaways.A strong alternative is the Hyundai i20. It comes with a CVT which is totally seamless and much smoother than the Maruti's AMT. It is also comfortable, easy to drive and Hyundai has a strong reputation for reliability and aftersales service.The Baleno strikes the best balance between smoothness, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

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•8h

Hello, I am looking for a car under Rs. 10 lakh as a first-time buyer, with a spacious second row where three healthy adults can sit comfortably without feeling claustrophobic. My usage will be limited to family trips and not for daily commuting.

•4h

The Mahindra XUV 3XO would be ideal as it has the widest rear seat, thus your requirement of seating 3 healthy individuals would be best served here. This Mahindra car is also short in length and thus for a first car would not be too challenging to drive. Fuel efficiency will not be as good as rivals like say the Maruti Suzuki Brezza but given your limited running this should not bother you too much. Opt for the 1.2 litre MPFi engine as it performance is more than adequate for regular use.

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•5d

Hi, my brother and I are planning to buy a new family car. Our budget is RS. 10 lakh, and our maximum monthly running will be around 500 km. Our priorities are a reliable engine, good performance, and fuel efficiency. Please suggest the best all-rounder car within our budget.

•5d

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•1w

Which car should I buy for a maximum monthly usage of 500 km? It will be used mostly by a 60-year-old person and his wife.

•6d

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•3d

I currently own a Skoda Kushaq Petrol AT. Everything is fine except the mileage. I am getting only around 10-13kpl with E20 petrol. My daily running is around 100 km. Should I buy a diesel car or an electric car?

•2d

With a daily running of around 100 km, fuel efficiency becomes a major factor in ownership costs. The Skoda Kushaq petrol automatic is a good car, but the 10-13kpl you are seeing is typical for a turbo petrol automatic, especially with E20 petrol. At this usage, a diesel or a strong hybrid makes far more sense.If you do regular highway runs, a diesel is still the most practical and cost-effective solution. The Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel automatic would be the recommendation here. It is a strong highway car, comfortable, spacious and the diesel engine will deliver significantly better fuel efficiency than your Kushaq. Diesel running costs will be far lower over your kind of mileage. If that is out of your budget, something smaller like a Kia Seltos diesel, while not as powerful, is even more efficient.If your usage is mostly city a strong hybrid could be a better solution. The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is the most practical and cost-effective option. It is well priced, has a proven track record and will dramatically reduce your running costs. The strong hybrid is better suited to the city, where it is more likely to run on its electric motor than use the engine and deliver the better mileage.

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