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•10m

Hi i live in Bangalore, my daily commute is around 20kilometers and occasional long drives, budget is around 7 lakhs, can i consider used magnite cvt turbo xv variant ran for 19k kilometres, first owner 2021 model available for 6 lakhs?

•6m

I own a 2021 Magnite CVT Turbo and it had been good for my daily commute. Ride quality is smooth and I am getting good mileage as well. It handles highways decently too.

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•3d

I have a 2015 Nissan Micra XV CVT, and I think it's time to replace it. I am planning to buy a new car with a strict on-road budget of Rs.13 lakh, and it must be an automatic. My monthly running is very low, around 200-300 km, and I plan to keep the car for the next 8-10 years. My priorities are reliability, affordable service costs, and hassle-free ownership. I have shortlisted the Nissan Magnite Tekna Plus Turbo CVT and the Tata Nexon Creative AMT. Which one would you recommend? Also, are there any other automatic cars in this budget that I should consider?

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•1d

With a very low monthly running of 200- 300 km, petrol is the clear choice, and your priority should be a smooth, reliable automatic that will serve you well for 8-10 years. Between the Nissan Magnite Tekna Plus Turbo CVT and the Tata Nexon Creative AMT, the Magnite is the better fit for your needs. The CVT gearbox is far smoother and more refined than the Nexon's AMT, especially in city driving. The Magnite also offers good value for money and a decent feature set.The Nexon is a solid car, but the AMT gearbox is not as smooth as a proper automatic, and over a long ownership period, that can become tiresome in daily use. If you are open to other options, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic is worth considering. This Maruti Suzuki car uses a 6-speed torque converter automatic, which is smoother and more reliable than an AMT, and Maruti's service network and low maintenance costs make it an excellent long-term ownership proposition.Overall, the Magnite Turbo CVT is the best fit from your shortlist, but the Brezza automatic would be our top recommendation for long-term peace of mind and affordable ownership.

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•1w

I own a 2016 Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta AT that has covered only 56,000km, and I'm now looking to upgrade. I would like my next car to be under 4 metres in length, or at most 4.2 metres. My priorities are safety, comfort, and decent mileage, with nothing below 10 kmpl, as I live in a city with narrow roads. Should I get the new Baleno Zeta AT be the right choice, or are there better alternatives? The car will mostly be used for city driving, with occasional highway trips, around thrice a year.

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•3d

Given your priorities of safety, comfort, decent mileage and city-friendly dimensions, the new Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta AMT is a sensible upgrade from your current car. It remains easy to drive, efficient and well-suited to narrow city roads, while adding more modern features and improved refinement. However, one important difference is that your current car uses a smooth CVT auto gearbox, whereas the new Baleno comes with an AMT. While the AMT is more fuel-efficient, it is not as seamless or refined in everyday driving.If your budget is between Rs 10-15 lakh, there are several alternatives worth considering. You could opt for the higher-spec Maruti Suzuki Baleno Alpha AMT for additional features. The Maruti Suzuki Fronx is another strong option. It is based on the Baleno but offers higher ground clearance and a rugged crossover design. It is also available with a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine paired with a 6-speed torque converter automatic, although mileage is lower than the 1.2-litre AMT.Another option is the Nissan Magnite. It is compact enough for city driving, has a 5-star Global NCAP safety rating, and has a spacious, comfortable cabin. Both the 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol and the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engines are reasonably fuel-efficient and are available with auto gearbox options. Overall, this Nissan car may actually be the strongest all-round choice based on your requirements.

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•23h

I have been driving Hyundai Xcent petrol (2015 model) since March 2015 and have covered around 1,33,000 km. There are no big issues apart from few niggles, I want to ask, whether I need to change the car or to continue with the same. My running is around 13,000 km per year with mix of highway and non-highway runs with few runs on bad roads also. Which car is suitable according to you?

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•40m

If your Hyundai Xcent is running well with only minor niggles, there is no urgent need to change it. At 1.33 lakh km, a well-maintained petrol car can still have plenty of life left, especially if you are comfortable with it and it continues to serve your needs reliably. However, if you are starting to feel the age of the car or want to upgrade to something safer, more comfortable and more modern, this is a sensible time to consider a change. Moreover, your car is of the pre-E10 petrol era, and with the enforcement of E20 petrol, you would have to take a bit more care of it. Thus, getting a new car now is not a bad idea.With 13,000 km a year and a mix of highway and bad roads, you want something that is comfortable, reliable and capable of handling rough patches without being too expensive to maintain. In your budget of Rs.10 lakh, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is a good bet, and you can choose between the 1.5-litre petrol and the new 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine with a manual gearbox. Both engines are smooth, efficient and powerful enough, and will feel like a noticeable upgrade from your Xcent. The Brezza is also spacious, comfortable and stable out on the highway. Do note, however, you will get a low-spec variant in this budget, and you should consider increasing it slightly if you want more features.

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•5d

I am looking to upgrade from my Hyundai Creta to a 7-seater SUV. My annual running is only around 6,000 km, and my budget is up to Rs. 25 lakh. Is the Hyundai Alcazar a good option for my usage? I have also considered the Mahindra XUV 7XO and Tata Safari, but I am concerned about their relatively low fuel efficiency. Which 7-seater SUV would you recommend?

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•5d

With a yearly running of just 6,000km, petrol is the sensible choice, and the Hyundai Alcazar is a good option. It is a comfortable, easy-to-drive family SUV with a hassle-free ownership experience, and the 1.5 turbo petrol engine paired with the 7-speed dual-clutch automatic is powerful enough and relatively efficient too. Plus, since you're coming from a Creta, you'll be familiar with the Hyundai network and could even ask for a loyalty discount. However, the Alcazar’s third row is not as spacious as some larger cars in the segment, so if you genuinely need a proper 7-seater, it may not be the ideal solution. What's more, if your Creta is the 2020 or newer model, you'll find the Alcazar perhaps a little too familiar on the inside.The Mahindra XUV 7XO, Tata Safari and MG Hector Plus are good options that offer more space. However, as you have noted, they're not fuel efficient at all, and moreover, in your budget, you will only get a low to mid-spec variant, whereas you will get a fully-loaded Alcazar. Another option to consider, though not an SUV, is the Kia Carens Clavis. Its MPV shape is more space-efficient, and you actually get more passenger and luggage room than the Alcazar, with the same efficient engines, for around the same price.

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•6d

Hi, I am a teacher and a first-time female driver with a budget of Rs. 11.5 lakh. I am looking for an automatic car that I plan to keep for the next 15 years, but I am confused about whether to buy a petrol AMT, CNG AMT, or an EV due to the uncertainty surrounding ethanol blending. My daily commute is 46 km, of which 22 km is on the highway, 18 km is on normal roads, and 6 km is on bumpy village roads in poor condition. Please recommend the most suitable fuel type that will keep my overall cost of ownership low.

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•5d

We'd recommend a petrol automatic. With a daily running of around 46km and an ownership period of 15 years, it offers the best balance of low ownership costs, reliability and ease of use for a first-time driver.We wouldn't let E20 fuel influence your decision. Modern E20-compliant petrol cars are designed to run on it, and there is no official roadmap beyond E20. It isn't a reason to avoid buying a petrol car today. A CNG automatic will certainly reduce your fuel bills, but the higher purchase price, reduced boot space and limited automatic options make CNG car less attractive unless fuel savings are your overriding priority. An electric car will have the lowest running costs, but at your budget, you'll have to compromise on size or features, and recovering the higher upfront cost will take time.Given your budget and usage, we'd look at the Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift automatic which will launch soon if you can stretch slightly, or the Maruti Suzuki Fronx Delta+ AGS if you want to stay within budget. Both are easy to drive, have good ground clearance for the 6km of rough village roads and come backed by Maruti Suzuki's extensive service network. If you prefer a smoother automatic, the Hyundai Exter SX AMT is also worth considering.

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•3d

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.

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•2d

The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the most sensible recommendation here. It is spacious enough for family use, has a proven and reliable engine, and is one of the most fuel-efficient cars in its segment. Maruti’s service network and low maintenance costs also make it a very easy car to own over the long term.If you prefer a sedan, the Honda Amaze is worth considering. Honda’s engines are known for their reliability and refinement, and the Amaze is a comfortable and well-built sedan.Overall, the Baleno is the most balanced choice. It offers the best combination of space, efficiency, reliability and low running costs, which is exactly what you need given your usage and budget.

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