I am replacing my 10-year-old manual transmission 1.5-litre diesel Creta, driven over 2 lakh km, due to the manual and the 10-year NCR policy. Which car should I buy? My driving is about 1,600 km per month, with 40 km daily in no-traffic city conditions and a long highway run of approximately 500 km per month. I am confused between the Creta petrol CVT and the Creta TC. I am also keen on the Kylaq, as most of the driving is done by a single person, with a 500 km run by me, my wife, and my 8-year, 3-year, and 3-month-old children.

Autocar India

•30m

The Hyundai Creta CVT is the pick of the vehicles on your shortlist. It has a very smooth engine and gearbox combination and is a full-size larger than the Skoda Kylaq. The larger cabin will prove to be more comfortable for your kids as they grow.

You could also consider the new Kia Seltos CVT. It's more refined, comfortable and spacious than the Creta. However, it is also significantly longer than the Creta, in case that is a concern for you.

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