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Raju avn

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Hi Autocar Team, I am planning to buy the Maruti Suzuki Dzire automatic (top-end variant). My usage will be mostly on highways, and my budget is around ₹12 lakh (on-road). Could you please advise whether the Dzire automatic is a good choice in terms of mileage, comfort, and maintenance costs? Also, are there any better alternatives I should consider within this budget?

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The Maruti Suzuki Dzire is a good pick for you. It is among the most fuel-efficient cars on sale in India, and what also strengthens its case is Maruti's fantastic service network, after-sales experience and low maintenance costs. The Dzire is also a good value for the money, packing in plenty of features. Space and comfort are good, and there's reasonable boot space too, which will come in handy on intercity drives. There's also the confidence of knowing it's a Global NCAP 5-star rated model. What isn't ideal is the AMT gearbox. It's fine in easy-going driving, but you will feel a pause between gearshifts when you want a quick overtake. 

If you want a smoother experience and don't mind spending a bit more (and compromising on fuel economy), you could also look at the Honda Amaze CVT. 

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Prateek Batra

•4d

I currently own a 2015 Hyundai i10 (1.1 iRDE2) and am planning to upgrade next year. My budget is around ₹10 lakh. My usage will be approximately 40% city and 60% highway, including occasional trips to the hills with my family. I am looking for a car that offers good stability, adequate space, and comfortable seating for four passengers. My expectations include fuel efficiency similar to my current i10 (around 12-14 km/l in the city and 17–19 km/l on highways), minimal cabin and road noise, rear AC vents, and a boot space of around 250-300 litres. Cruise control would be an added advantage, even if available as an aftermarket OEM fitment. Could you please suggest the best options that meet these requirements?

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It will be hard for a larger car to match the fuel efficiency you get from your i10, but the new Maruti Suzuki Swift with the Z-series engine does a very good job. In our real-world tests, we managed 14kpl in the city and 19kpl on the highway with the manual gearbox. The AMT is only marginally less efficient, and you also get the same engine in the new Maruti Suzuki Dzire, which will fit your budget.The Swift and the Dzire get cruise control in the higher trims and also feature rear AC vents. The cabins of both cars are more spacious than before, with comfortable seating for four and decent refinement. The Swift’s boot is 265 litres, and if you need more space, the Dzire is the better choice.

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P Basak

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Hi Autocar, I am willing to purchase a Hyundai Venue HX 8 Petrol MT(Turbo) for city & occasional highway drive. I am a new driver having just got my license & this will be my 1st car. How is the car in terms of driving experience and safety? Is there any other option I should consider?

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The Hyundai Venue Turbo MT HX8 is a good buy. The Venue is an easy-to-drive compact SUV that will put you at ease behind the wheel. Performance is good, and the manual gearbox is nice enough to use. However, you should consider the Venue Turbo DCT, whose automatic transmission will add a great deal of convenience to your commutes. The Turbo DCT HX8 costs about Rs 1.2 lakh more than the Turbo MT HX8 and is worth the stretch if you don't mind spending more on your car.In other aspects, the Venue comes across as a well-rounded package and is our pick among compact SUVs.

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Posted on: 24 Mar 2026