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Pradnya

7w

I would like to buy automatic petrol car with 10 lakh budget. Should be economical, comfortable,easy to maintain. I mostly drive on sundays around 20-40 km. Please suggest a car for my needs. Will be disposing my maruti Dzire.

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Autocar India

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7w

Since you are used to the ease-of-ownership and good economy from the Maruti Dzire, it would be ideal to look for an upgrade in the Maruti family. The Fronx in Delta Plus guise will be a good option for relaxed city driving. It features an AMT gearbox that takes away the hassle of a manual gearbox and the efficiency is strong for an automatic at around the 14kpl. 

What's also nice on the Fronx is the ride quality and seat comfort that makes driving around pothole-ridden city roads a lot nicer. It gets a good set of features, wireless connectivity, LED headlamps and rear AC vents. Being a Maruti, it will also hold its value well, and you can trade in your Dzire and get a much better price in exchange bonus. 

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Maruti Suzuki Fronx

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Abhishek Sinha

2d

I want to buy an automatic transmission car for Bangalore traffic, as it is quite bumper-to-bumper driving. My daily commute is 40Km. I need a car that offers good mileage and performance in city traffic. If it's diesel, it would be better. A SUV or something else. My budget is between 12 lakh and 13 lakh.

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Autocar India

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5h

Since your preference is for a diesel, the Hyundai Venue diesel AT in the HX5 trim is a good fit for your requirements and fits within your budget.Your 40km daily commute means a smooth torque-converter automatic like the Venue’s 6-speed unit is ideal. Its diesel engine is very refined and barely audible below 2,000rpm. While throttle response is a bit dull, overall performance is adequate, and it makes for a relaxed highway cruiser. Moreover, its compact dimensions make it easy to drive in Bengaluru’s bumper-to-bumper traffic, and the cabin is a comfortable place to spend time.If you are open to a petrol, also consider the Maruti Suzuki Fronx Boosterjet and the Skoda Kylaq, both of which come with 6-speed torque-converter automatics.During the test drive, spend some time in stop-and-go traffic. Feel for creep in Drive without throttle, check for jerkiness, assess pick-up, and monitor cabin noise.

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nithin pm

3d

My budget is around ₹10.5 lakh (± ₹50,000). My monthly running is approximately 400 km, and I prefer a petrol car with a city mileage of around 11-14 km/l. I have analysed the Mahindra XUV 3XO, Hyundai Venue, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, and Toyota Taisor. I am also expecting good resale value. Please suggest the best option.

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Autocar India

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1d

Of your shortlisted cars, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx (or its equivalent, the Toyota Taisor) makes the most sense. In your budget of Rs 10-11 lakh, you get a choice of a 1.2-litre petrol engine or a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine. While the 1.2 is more than sufficient, we would recommend the Turbo for its additional pep, with little penalty to mileage and running costs. Unless driven with an overly heavy foot, it should easily meet your target of 11-14kpl. Maruti vehicles are also great when it comes to resale value, with some of the best long-term residual values on the market. The next best bet is the Hyundai Venue, which is more spacious and comfortable, but it won't be as good as the Maruti when it comes to mileage or resale value.

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Abhilash K

6d

I am looking for an automatic car. It will be driven mostly in Trivandrum city and will do a monthly long drive of 500km. Please suggest a good option between 10-12 lakh, on-road in Trivandrum.

Autocar India team

Autocar India

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3d

Since most of your driving is in the city, a torque-converter automatic would be a good choice. With that in mind, there are several options in your price range, but the Fronx and the XUV 3XO stand out.The Maruti Suzuki Fronx with the Boosterjet engine offers decent performance and is responsive at low speeds, thanks in part to the mild-hybrid system’s ISG motor, which also helps improve fuel efficiency. The 6-speed Aisin-sourced automatic is very smooth in operation and reliable. Cabin space and overall comfort are good, and highway stability will feel reassuring on your longer trips.Similarly, the Mahindra XUV 3XO with the 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine offers good performance and a smooth-shifting 6-speed automatic. It offers a spacious and plush cabin that can comfortably accommodate five passengers. The suspension is comfortable and has a robust feel. Before you decide, take a test drive of both cars.

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Posted on: 5 Feb 2026