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Puneet

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I want to buy a new compact SUV with a budget under ₹10 lakh. I drive about 500 km per month and need a car with good mileage, low maintenance, strong safety, good ground clearance, and ample boot space. Please suggest suitable options

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The Maruti Suzuki Brezza makes for a sensible choice for you. The Brezza price for LXI variants starts with ₹9.61 Lakh, which will come within your budget. However, we'd advise you to increase your budget a bit and stretch to the VXI variant that gets a lot more features.  

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Maruti Suzuki Brezza

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Anushank

19h

I am planning to sell my Mahindra XUV500 as it is nearing the end of its registration validity in Delhi NCR, and I want to buy a 5-seater SUV under ₹10 lakh. My preference is for a fuel-efficient car as my daily running is around 100 km, but it should also be spacious enough for five people. Since fuel efficiency is a priority, I am open to both CNG and diesel cars. My usage will be 70% city and 30% highway, mostly within Delhi NCR. I have narrowed my choices to the Maruti Brezza CNG, Tata Nexon CNG, Kia Sonet Diesel, and Maruti Fronx CNG. Please help me evaluate which would be the better option. I am also open to any other better option if available.

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The Maruti Brezza CNG and Fronx CNG will be more fuel efficient than the Nexon iCNG, and their clutch and gearbox make them friendlier to drive, too. The Brezza is due for a facelift in the coming weeks, so you might want to wait for that to arrive. The Kia Sonet diesel will feel punchier to drive (than the CNG options listed above), while being very efficient too. Also, by opting for a diesel, you won't need to wait in long queues to refill CNG. Even the Sonet is due for a generation update, which is likely to be launched this year. Another option you could consider is the Mahindra XUV 3XO diesel MX2, which is more spacious than a Sonet. Its ride-handling balance is very impressive; the Sonet, however, has an edge in terms of fuel efficiency.

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Bumba

1d

I want to upgrade from Baleno. Please suggest a safe, reliable and compact SUV. Budget is ₹15 lakh. Running will be 1000 km per month. Transmission should be automatic. I want to keep it for 8-10 years.

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Autocar India

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4h

Given your requirements, you should consider the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. It's a compact SUV that's powered by a refined 103hp, 1.5-litre petrol engine. It comes with a smooth, 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox and has a claimed mileage of 19.8kpl.Being a Maruti car, it will be reliable for you for 8-10 years, and it's backed up by the brand's widespread service network, which should give you added peace of mind. The Brezza also has a comfy and spacious cabin, and it comes well-equipped with features.As for safety, the Brezza has not been crash-tested yet, but it does come with 6 airbags, traction control and more. Maruti Brezza petrol-AT prices range from Rs 10.60 lakh to Rs 12.86 lakh (ex-showroom).

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Sunny

5d

I want to buy a petrol automatic car in India with a budget of up to ₹13 lakh (on-road). My usage will be very low, as I will mostly drive the car only on weekends and not daily. Because of this, my main focus is on long-term reliability, low maintenance cost, and a hassle-free ownership experience. My key priorities are: Automatic transmission for ease of driving Petrol engine Low maintenance and a strong service network Reliable car with minimal long-term issues Comfortable for occasional city and highway drives The options I am currently considering are the Honda Amaze, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Hyundai Venue, and Skoda Kylaq. Considering my priorities of long-term reliability, low running cost, and peace-of-mind ownership, which car would you recommend in this budget?

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Autocar India

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2d

Looking at your specific requirements, the Maruti Brezza would be a good option. The car is very reliable, and the petrol engine is paired with a torque convertor gearbox automatic which is the smoothest type of autobox around. It is also very reliable and well-suited to the constant start-stop traffic conditions in most of our cities. Being a Maruti, the service experience will be good, and it also meets your requirement of having a good service network.

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Posted on: 29 Oct 2025