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•23h

Which is better: the new Brezza ZXI Plus 6AT or the ZXI Plus 6MT Turbo?

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Thanks to its more effortless performance, the 1.0-litre turbo Maruti Suzuki Brezza should be your choice if you frequently drive on the highway. Even for city drives, the 6-speed manual gearbox is smooth, and the clutch is quite light, which makes the Brezza rather easy to drive. The Turbo MT is also over Rs 2 lakh more affordable than the corresponding 1.5 AT version.
Go for the 1.5 AT only if you absolutely need the convenience of an automatic, and you aren't on a tight budget. Otherwise, the 1.0 Turbo MT is a good option.
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•2d

I have been driving a manual Hyundai Grand i10 since 2014. Now I wish to switch to an automatic sub-4-metre SUV without a sunroof. My driving is 80% on highways and 20% in the city. My annual running is approximately 5,000 km. Please suggest the best options for a male aged 70+.

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•16h

With 80% highway driving, 5,000km a year and a preference for a sub-4m SUV without a sunroof, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic is the best fit. The Brezza’s naturally aspirated petrol engine is smooth and predictable, which is ideal for a 70+ driver, and the 6-speed torque converter automatic is reliable and well suited to both highway cruising and occasional city use. The Brezza also offers a comfortable ride, good visibility and a straightforward ownership experience with Maruti’s extensive service network. At your annual running, diesel does not make sense, and the Brezza’s petrol engine is efficient enough for highway use. The Mahindra XUV 3XO automatic is the alternative if you want a more powerful turbo petrol engine, but the Brezza’s simplicity, reliability and ease of ownership make it the better long-term choice for your requirements.

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•1d

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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•19h

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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•1d

I have owned a Maruti Suzuki Celerio ZXi Automatic for the past 9 years, and it has covered around 17,000 km. My monthly running is less than 500 km. Is it advisable to upgrade, considering it is a first-generation automatic vehicle? I am planning to buy an automatic SUV within a budget of Rs. 15 lakh. I seek your professional advice and opinion.

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•22h

With less than 500km a month, your Celerio is still a perfectly usable car, and from a purely financial perspective, there is no pressing reason to upgrade. However, after nine years, it is understandable to want something newer, safer and more comfortable, especially if you are considering a move to an automatic SUV. Plus, at 9 years old, your car is not only from the pre-E20 petrol era, it's pre-E10 as well, so you would have to start taking a bit of extra care of it.Given your low running, most of which is in the city and driven by you, a petrol automatic is a good idea. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic is a strong option. It is reliable, efficient, easy to drive, has a comfortable ride and Maruti’s service network is a big advantage for long-term ownership. It has just received a facelift, and with it has come a 5-star Bharat NCAP crash test rating. Most of all, however, you will get a fully loaded automatic for around the top end of your budget.If you want something a little more exciting, the Mahindra XUV 3XO automatic is another excellent choice. It offers a more powerful turbo petrol engine, a more premium cabin and a more spacious rear seat. However, it won't be as efficient as the Brezza, and in your budget, you'll only get a mid-range automatic model.Ultimately, the decision comes down to whether you want to upgrade for the sake of a better ownership experience or more fun. If it's the former, the Brezza automatic is the safe, sensible choice, while the XUV 3XO automatic offers more performance and a more premium feel.

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•6d

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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•4d

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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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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•1w

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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•6d

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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Posted on: 30 Jul 2026