Mumbai

•9h

I currently own a Skoda Slavia, but it requires premium petrol, and the mileage is as low as 8-9 kmpl on average. Please suggest a good hybrid car under Rs. 20 lakh that is reliable and safe. Also, what kind of mileage can I expect on the highway?

•3m

You do not have to use premium petrol in your Skoda Slavia. The 1.0 TSI engine is designed to run on regular petrol, and using premium fuel will not significantly improve performance or reliability. The bigger concern is your fuel efficiency of 8-9 km/l, which is quite low for this engine. This is likely due to heavy city traffic, short trips or driving style rather than the fuel itself.

If you are looking for a reliable, safe and efficient hybrid under Rs 20 lakh, the Maruti Suzuki Victoris Hybrid is the best option. It uses the same strong hybrid system as the Grand Vitara and Hyryder, offering excellent fuel efficiency in both city and highway conditions. On the highway, you can realistically expect over 20kpl depending on your driving style and speed. The Victoris also benefits from Maruti's wide service network and a slightly more premium interior than the Grand Vitara.

The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid is essentially the same car with the same hybrid system, so the choice comes down to brand preference and dealership experience. Both are reliable, safe and efficient options that will significantly reduce your running costs compared to the Slavia.

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