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•8h

I am planning to buy a petrol car under a Rs 10 lakh budget. Since a 20% blend is being introduced, I would like to know if this will cause any damage in the long run, and whether I should opt for a diesel, CNG, or EV? Please guide me. Thank you.

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•57m

If you don't mind the long queues at the CNG filling station, opting for a CNG car will be a very economical option. Within your Rs 10 lakh budget, you could consider a Hyundai Exter CNG. Its engine is smooth, refined and very efficient. The clutch and gearbox are light, and overall the car is very user-friendly. Furthermore, with its twin-tank setup (placed beneath the floor), boot space is quite respectable.

Alternatively, you could consider a Maruti Suzuki Dzire CNG, a spacious and comfortable family car.

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•6h

I want an SUV-styled CNG car and am confused between the Nexon CNG and Exter CNG. I have taken a test drive of both. The Exter felt easy to drive, had smooth gear shifts, was silent, and I loved its driveability. The Nexon's gear shift felt a bit notchy and not as easy for city driving, but I loved its suspension, comfort, and looks. I'm buying the car for high-kilometre usage. I have an Aura CNG, which I've driven for 2 lakh km and it is still in A1 condition. I'm expecting the Exter CNG to be the same. I don't have much experience with the Nexon. I have concerns about the Nexon's long-term reliability for 3 lakh km over the next 5 to 6 years, as well as the service experience since there is only one dealership and service centre in my city, Bareilly, which has a population of over 13 lakh. My priorities are comfort, easy maintenance, long-term reliability, and no unexpected maintenance.Can the new Nexon deliver all this? Or should I stick to my safe option, the Exter?

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•5h

Stick with the Exter CNG, you liked its easy drive, light clutch and smooth shifts - that matters every single day in traffic. You also already have a good experience with Hyundai’s CNG with your Aura and so you can expect much the same experience with the Hyundai and keeping it healthy to 3 lakh km is realistic without surprises. The Nexon CNG is tempting for comfort and looks and yes the ride is better too, but Tata Motor's dealer network quality varies a lot from city to city and with your plan of keeping it for quite a few years and clocking 3 lakh kms you will need a good proven dealer support which may not be the case with the Tata dealer in your area. Go with the Nexon only if you are absolutely confident of the dealer reputation, else stick with the Exter.

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•9h

I'm interested in buying the Hyundai Creta base model. My monthly usage is around 2,500 km. What is your advice?

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•1h

Since you're on a tight budget, the Hyundai Creta base E variant is quite good. It packs in all the safety features, and all the bare essentials, making it good value for money. Its petrol engine is smooth and refined, and its light clutch, steering and gearbox make it very easy-to-drive. Overall, the Creta is a car you can't go wrong with.Do keep in mind that the Creta is due for a generation change, and the new version will be launched early 2027. The new car will be a bit larger in size, will look completely different, and is likely to have more equipement too. So that could be worth waiting for.Alternatively, you could consider the Kia Seltos HTE, which is priced similar to the base Creta, it shares its powertrain with the Hyundai, but feels a lot more modern and more spacious in comparison.

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•9h

I use my car for a daily commute of 20-30 km, and we rarely travel outside the city, only once every few months. Should I buy an EV, a hybrid, or a petrol car? My budget is Rs. 15-18 lakh.

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•2h

Buy an EV if you have a parking spot with a plug, because your 20-30 km daily run is exactly what EVs are best at. You will top up at home once or twice a week, spend far less than petrol, and enjoy a quiet, easy drive in traffic. Since you rarely go out of town, the odd highway trip can be planned around chargers, or you can just borrow or rent a petrol car when needed. In your budget, Tata Punch EV and Tata Nexon EV fit well.If home charging is not possible, buy a simple petrol automatic and skip hybrids. With your low running, the hybrid premium takes ages to recover, and most strong-hybrid trims that make sense cross Rs. 20 lakh on-road. Good petrol picks around Rs. 15-18 lakh are Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq or VW Taigun. They will be easy in the city and stress-free for the rare road trip.

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