Hi, I would like to know whether JSW will sell the Jetour T2 through existing MG dealerships, or will they wait to launch it after setting up a dedicated dealer network. I am keen to buy it early and am willing to wait for the launch.

Autocar India

•1h

It really depends on how much down payment you are comfortable putting in, because your EMI target of Rs 15,000 to 20,000 can get you very different cars depending on the loan tenure and upfront payment.That said, for a first car that is easy to drive, safe, comfortable and still feels special, one of the strongest picks today is the Skoda Kylaq Signature automatic. Skoda’s official pricing puts the Signature automatic in a range where, with roughly Rs 2.3 down payment and a 7 year loan, your EMI can sit broadly in your target bracket. The turbo petrol engine feels punchy without being intimidating, the torque converter automatic is smooth and fuss free, and the size is just right for a first time buyer.If you want to spend less and prioritise maximum ease of use, the Hyundai i20 IVT is another excellent first car. It is easier to drive than most SUVs, the IVT automatic is extremely smooth in traffic, and ownership is straightforward. You give up the higher seating position of an SUV, but for urban use, it is arguably an even easier first car.

Skoda Kylaq

Hyundai i20

Autocar India

•1h

With about 500 km a month, a strong hybrid is usually not worth the extra price. In your case, pick a well-equipped petrol automatic instead; something like the Kia Seltos 1.5 petrol IVT or 1.5 turbo-petrol DCT, which come with the latest features.At this low monthly use, the fuel you save with a hybrid will take a very long time to cover the higher price. A modern petrol automatic is smooth enough in traffic and still uses a sensible amount of fuel for 500km a month. More importantly for you, the same money can get more features in the petrol version than in a hybrid at the same price, like a 360-degree camera, six airbags, a better sound system, and connected tech that some lower or mid hybrid trims may skip.Know the trade-off: a petrol will use more fuel in heavy traffic and is not as silent as a hybrid at low speed.

Kia Seltos

Autocar India

•6h

For under Rs. 20 lakh, petrol, a strong engine, and a 5-star crash rating, the Renault Duster would be a good option. The 1.3 litre turbo coupled with the automatic is a fun car to drive. The powertrain is quick, and the Duster feels nice and lively to drive, even when driven in a regular manner efficiency is decent too. As an option, consider the Skoda Kushaq 1.0 petrol. It too has a 5-star crash test rating, the 1.0 turbo feels quick enough and returns a good fuel efficiency too. Like the Duster, the Kushaq is also a fun-to-drive car.

Skoda Kushaq

Renault Duster