I want to buy a new car, but I am unable to decide which one to choose. I am considering buying the Honda Amaze and then converting it to CNG, as I believe Honda offers excellent engine performance and reliability. Alternatively, should I consider Maruti Suzuki cars such as the Dzire or Brezza instead?

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With a monthly running of just 350km, diesel is not financially justified, so you should focus on petrol or hybrid options. The Maruti Suzuki Victoris Hybrid is the most sensible recommendation here. This Maruti Suzuki car offers excellent fuel efficiency, a comfortable ride and a proven ownership experience, making it a very easy car to live with over the long term. The hybrid system works seamlessly in city traffic and keeps running costs low, which is exactly what you want with your usage pattern.If you want something with a more premium feel and a stronger safety package, the Kia Seltos is the alternative to consider. It has a more upmarket cabin, a wider range of features and a more substantial feel on the road. The only trade-off is that it will not be as efficient as the Victoris Hybrid in city driving.Overall, the Victoris Hybrid in its ZXI trim will cost around your budget and is the most balanced recommendation for your requirements. It is efficient, comfortable and easy to own, which is exactly what you need coming from a Dzire diesel.

Maruti Suzuki Dzire

Maruti Suzuki Victoris

Kia Seltos

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With a daily commute of around 40km in Mumbai traffic and only occasional highway trips, an automatic would be much better to have. Between the two, the Fronx would thus be the one to go for as the Brezza Turbo comes with a manual only. The Fronx AMT also keeps costs down while still giving you the convenience of an automatic, though the shifts will not be as smooth as a torque convertor (TC) automatic which is what the Fronx Turbo comes with. Thus if your traffic conditions are constant start stop, you would be better off with the TC auto. Besides the two options you could also consider the Brezza with the 1.5 litre engine as this comes with a TC auto and being naturally aspirated makes for a straightforward drive experience in the city.

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Maruti Suzuki Brezza

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With a budget of Rs. 10 lakh, daily running of 20 km and quarterly vacation trips, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is the most sensible recommendation. Your daily running is not high enough to justify the premium of a diesel or hybrid, and both the Brezza's petrol engines are reliable, relatively efficient and well suited to both city driving and occasional highway runs. This Maruti Suzuki car also offers a comfortable ride, good ground clearance and a spacious cabin, making it a practical choice for family trips. Maruti's service network and low maintenance costs further strengthen the ownership proposition. Opt for the 1.0 turbo petrol if you want a bit more performance or go for the 1.5 naturally aspirated petrol if you want a more refined experience.

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