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•28w

Hi, we are a family of three adults and one teenager. Over the past 10 years, we have owned a Honda Brio S MT, a Honda City V MT, and a Maruti Celerio AMT. The biggest advantage has been very low maintenance and minimal to no electrical or mechanical issues. We are now planning to buy a new automatic transmission car (non-AMT, as we want to avoid shift jerks). Any body type is acceptable. We plan to make the purchase in the next 6 to 12 months, with a budget of up to ₹17 lakh. Our main requirements are good city mileage, good safety, and decent performance.

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•28w
Since you have been happy with the Hondas in your family, why not consider the 5th-generation Honda City, currently on sale? It features a very flexible and strong 1.5-litre engine mated to a CVT automatic transmission, which is both jerk-free and smooth. Also, it will give you the same trouble-free experience you have enjoyed with your current Hondas.
If you are looking for a change, you could consider the 1.0 AT variants of the Skoda Slavia or Volkswagen Virtus, both of which have a smooth torque converter auto transmission, which is much smoother than the AMTs you want to avoid.
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What is the best car under 20lacs? I need a manual sedan car to commute daily to my office from Delhi to Gurugram.

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The Hyundai Verna HX8 Turbo-petrol manual is a good option. The turbo-petrol engine is refined and delivers strong performance. Its clutch and gearbox are buttery smooth, and it rides well too, so overall the Verna feels very user-friendly for your daily commutes. Moreover, it is feature-loaded and delivers good value-for-money.Alternatively, you could consider the recently updated Honda City ZX Plus MT, which will fall within your Rs 20 lakh budget. While its feature list is similar to the Verna's, the Honda also gets ADAS, which the Verna manual misses.

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•1w

I really liked the Hyundai Verna 1.5 Turbo DCT during the test drive. I have been driving a Honda Jazz for the last 11 years. While the Verna is definitely more powerful than the Honda City, would it still be the better choice compared to the City in terms of ride and handling? Also, how reliable is the DCT in stop-and-go traffic in Chennai? My usage is 60% within Chennai city and 40% on highways, including occasional 1,000 km drives from Chennai to Kerala.

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Pick the Honda City automatic for your mix of Chennai crawl and marathon Kerala runs. The City rides a touch comfier over broken roads and has a more natural steering feel, which matters on a 1,000 km day when you are tired and just want an easy, steady car.The Hyundai Verna 1.5T DCT is the faster car and feels nicer on open roads, no question. But a dual-clutch can hesitate at times in stop-and-go traffic, whereas the City's CVT is seamless.If you crave the Verna’s shove for quick highway overtakes, it is tempting. Just be honest about your daily crawl. For hassle-free city use and relaxed long drives after 11 years in a Jazz, the City will feel familiar, calmer and easier to live with.

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•1d

We are planning to buy a CNG vehicle for our family. Our monthly driving is usually around 200–300 km, although in some months it may increase to 500–600 km. We currently own a Maruti Suzuki Wagon R CNG and are now looking to upgrade to a compact SUV or SUV that offers better comfort, safety, and features for family use. Which model would be the best choice?

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If your budget permits, the Maruti Suzuki Victoris S-CNG is a sensible choice. It is a practical mid-size SUV that offers better comfort and features for family use. Its CNG tank is positioned beneath the boot floor, so luggage space is not significantly compromised. Additionally, being a Maruti Suzuki car, it offers a hassle-free ownership experience with an extensive service network, making the transition from the Maruti Suzuki Wagon R CNG seamless. If the budget is tighter, the Tata Punch iCNG is a strong option. Its tall stance makes ingress-egress easy, while the overall driving experience feels like a significant step up from the Wagon R CNG in terms of safety and everyday comfort. Tata's twin-cylinder CNG layout keeps most of the boot usable, making it practical for family use. It also feels tough over broken roads, which adds to its everyday usability.

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Hi, I own a Wagon R 1.0 liter engine. I bought it in November 2025. I had done 2 free services of it. My car gives me about 13-15 kmpl in city driving when the AC is on. I drive at a speed of about 60 km in the city. Is this average ok? If not, then what should I do? My daily ride is about 20 km.

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A city fuel efficiency of 13-15kpl with the air conditioning on is slightly on the lower side for a Wagon R 1.0, but it isn't necessarily a cause for concern, especially if you're driving in Lucknow's city traffic with frequent stops and the AC running throughout your journey.Your 20km daily commute should be enough for the engine to reach its normal operating temperature, but fuel efficiency can still vary depending on traffic conditions, idling time and driving style. We'd recommend checking that your tyre pressures are maintained at the manufacturer's recommended levels, avoiding hard acceleration and excessive idling, and using good-quality fuel from reputed fuel stations.

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•2w

I am planning to buy a family car. Should I choose the Toyota HyCross or the Hyundai Alcazar? Please suggest.

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Go for the Toyota Innova HyCross. For a family, it simply works better as the cabin is roomier, the third row is actually usable for adults, the ride is smoother, and the hybrid saves a lot of fuel in city traffic where most family cars spend their time. Long trips feel easier too, and Toyota’s hassle-free ownership and resale help over years.Pick the Hyundai Alcazar only if you’re on a tighter budget or you want a slightly smaller, easier-to-park 3-row. It’s great for four or five with the third row used occasionally, and the diesel suits heavy highway use. But the last row and boot are tighter, and it doesn’t feel as plush or relaxed on bad roads.One honest trade-off with the Innova HyCross is the higher price and possible waiting period, and the boot with all three rows up isn’t huge. If that stretch and wait are okay, it’s the better family car overall.

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•3d

I am planning to purchase a new SUV. I have shortlisted two vehicles. Toyota Hyryder non-hybrid top model (manual) and Kia Seltos manual top model. Which one should I prefer? My daily running is very less around 10-15 kms.

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With a daily running of just 10-15km, there's little benefit in stretching to a strong hybrid, and since you've shortlisted the non-hybrid Hyryder, the Seltos is the more complete package. It offers a more premium cabin, better performance from its naturally aspirated petrol engine, a stronger feature list and an overall more polished driving experience.The Toyota Hyryder still has its strengths. Toyota's reputation for reliability and aftersales support is second to none, and if long-term peace of mind is your top priority, it remains a very sensible choice. However, the non-hybrid petrol doesn't offer a significant efficiency advantage over the Seltos, so you miss out on the biggest reason to buy a Hyryder in the first place.Given your low running, we'd simply choose the SUV that you enjoy driving and living with every day. The Seltos also feels a little more modern inside and delivers a better overall ownership experience without asking you to compromise on reliability.

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Posted on: 22 Dec 2025