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Hi, I'm a first-time car buyer and planning to buy the Skoda Kylaq Classic Plus, which will cost me around Rs. 10 lakh on-road. My monthly running will be around 700-800 km. Is it a good choice? I'm looking for a reliable and safe car. I am not considering Tata due to concerns about its after-sales service.

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Yes, the Skoda Kylaq Classic Plus is a very good choice under Rs. 10 lakh for a first-time buyer with your usage. At 700- 800 km a month, a petrol SUV is the right call, and the Kylaq is one of the best value-for-money options in the segment. It is safe, well-built and genuinely enjoyable to drive, with a strong turbo petrol engine and a solid, planted feel on the highway. The service network of Skoda is not as wide as Maruti or Hyundai, but it has improved significantly in recent years, and the Kylaq itself is a relatively simple, proven package. Overall, your choice is a good one. 

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•1d

I am 65 years old and currently drive a Hyundai Eon Era Plus. I am planning to buy a new car with a budget of under Rs. 15 lakh. My usage is fairly limited - about 40 km per trip, 3-4 times a week, along with 2 - 3 long trips of around 600 km each year. My priorities are: Good fuel efficiency, Low maintenance costs, Comfortable seating for five people, Good ground clearance, and a commanding driving position with good road visibility. I have shortlisted the Honda Amaze, Maruti Suzuki Brezza Facelift, Hyundai Venue, and Skoda Kylaq. Which of these would you recommend?

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Based on your usage and priorities, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is the most suitable choice. Your weekly running is low, so a petrol engine makes the most sense, and the Brezza’s naturally aspirated petrol engine is reliable, efficient and easy to maintain. It also offers good ground clearance and a comfortable ride, which will be helpful on your occasional long trips. This Maruti Suzuki car is also one of the more spacious compact SUVs, making it a comfortable option for five passengers. The upcoming facelift is expected to add the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine from the Fronx as an option, but given your requirements, the existing naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol is the better option.The Honda Amaze is a good sedan, but it does not offer the same ground clearance, road presence or interior space as the Brezza. The Hyundai Venue is a strong alternative, and the Skoda Kylaq is a good driver’s car, but the Brezza has an edge in terms of reliability, long-term ownership costs, as well as the price itself.Overall, the Brezza strikes the best balance between fuel efficiency, low maintenance, comfort and practicality for your needs.

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•2d

We are planning to upgrade from i20 Magna CVT 2018 model to a newer car under Rs.15 lakhs. My top priority is Kylaq Prestige+ AT due to the way it drives as per my experience during the test drive. It handles so well and just blazes past other cars for quick overtakes. However I am worried about its fuel efficiency. Is it gonna be too low? My second option was Venue HX5 Diesel Automatic but from what I am seeing so far with the DPF issues, I am worried that this car would be a bigger risk in the long term. That's because our long highway drives would only be once or twice a month at max, and sometimes not even that. Also, I am not seeing a lot of good reviews about this variant's mileage even though its a diesel engine. I am not planning for Mahindra or Tata since my previous experience with these brands has been sub-par. Usage-wise, we drive around 700 to 750 km monthly with a mixed use of 40% highways and 60% city roads where the traffic can get intense during peak hours in the evening. Please advice.

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•1d

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I want to buy an automatic SUV. I have a budget of Rs. 13 lakh. My monthly running is less than 1,500 km.

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With a budget of Rs. 13 lakh and running of less than 1,500 km a month, the Mahindra XUV 3XO MPFi petrol automatic is the best fit. It is one of the most spacious compact SUVs in the segment, with a wide rear seat that makes it a genuinely comfortable five-seater. The turbo petrol engine is punchy and the torque converter automatic is smooth and well suited to city driving. It is also a very well equipped car for the money, with a strong safety package and a good ownership proposition. The only real drawback is the boot, which is on the smaller side for the segment, but for most family use it is still adequate. If you want something with a larger boot, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic is the alternative. It is not as powerful or as feature-rich as the 3XO, but it is a very reliable, low-maintenance car with a bigger boot and a strong ownership track record. If you want something that's more engaging to drive, consider the Skoda Kylaq automatic. Overall, the 3XO offers the best balance of space, performance, features and value at this price point.

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•3d

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