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•25w

I am planning to buy a seven-seater EV. What do you think about buying the VinFast MPV 7?

•25w

The VinFast VF MPV 7 gets the fundamentals right - cabin space is excellent, in all three rows. Also, the company claims that this MPV deliver 500km range; however, we're yet to test it in the real-world. What also works in its favour is its 10-year warranty, free charging until 2029 and EV transition incentives, as well as buyback schemes that make the ownership proposition look compelling.

However, for the money, the interior seems too basic, and this Vinfast car misses several features, making it hard to justify its asking price. Also, on first impression, its ride quality seemed a touch busy, so in case you're going for it, make sure you take a long test drive before finalising.

Alternatively, consider the Kia Carens Clavis EV. It is an excellent, well-priced EV, with a more upmarket interior and a respectable real-world range of 345-383km on a single charge.

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Punch EV is becoming the affordable entry point for first-time buyers who are looking for EV. This is interesting.

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My monthly driving is around 500km, mostly in the city, and my budget is Rs 14 lakh. Which automatic car should I consider?

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Considering your requirements and low monthly running costs, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza would be a good option. It gets a smooth powertrain comprising a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox.The Brezza offers a spacious cabin and a good ride, and the ZXI trim fits your budget. Also, being a Maruti car, it should be affordable to maintain, with low service costs and a strong reliability record. The Brezza would be our top choice for you.

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•1d

Maruti has done highest monthly sales last month, it is still very dependable for buyers.

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