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•7h

I am looking to buy an automatic midsize SUV for my parents. They drive about 30km a day in the city, with occasional highway trips. I am considering the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Skoda Kylaq and Tata Nexon. Which of these would be the right choice in terms of comfort, safety, reliability, driving experience and value for money?

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•1h

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. The 1.5 engine comes with a torque converter automatic, which is the smoothest type of gearbox to have, especially in city traffic. The low-speed ride on the Brezza is also very plush, and the comfy seats will keep your parents comfortable during their commute. The Brezza also meets your requirements of reliability and safety.

The Skoda Kylaq is also a good option. It also comes with a torque convertor gearbox and would be better in terms of driving pleasure on the few highway trips you'll do. However in the city the Brezza's naturally aspirated engine is easier to manage compared to the turbocharged Kylaq engine which does have some amount of lag.

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•2d

Hey folks! I'm planning to buy my first car, and my maximum budget is Rs. 11 lakh (on-road price). After exploring a few options, I've shortlisted the Hyundai Venue 1.0L Turbo Manual and the Maruti Suzuki Brezza 1.0L Turbo Manual. However, I'm a bit confused about which one to choose. My driving will be split roughly 50% in the city and 50% on highways. I've already driven the Brezza 1.0L Turbo, and I noticed that it doesn't stall even when the RPM drops below 1,000. I'm not sure how the Venue performs in similar conditions. I'd love to hear from car enthusiasts and owners who have experience with either of these cars. Which one would you recommend considering drivability, engine performance, city traffic, highway comfort, and overall ownership experience? Any suggestions or real-world experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

•5h

The Brezza's 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine might not have the outright punch similar to the Venue's 1.0-litre unit, however the Maruti's drivability is noticeably better. Turbo-lag is far less pronounced and it'll require fewer gearshifts while cruising, compared to the Venue. What's more, the Brezza feels a tougher while driving over bad roads, and space inside too is more than the Venue. The Hyundai Venue's cabin on the other hand feels brighter, more premium and more modern in comparison. Between the two, our pick would be the Brezza turbo for its drivability and solid feel.

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•2w

I’m planning to buy a car that can comfortably seat five people. Two of us are 6 ft tall, and the other three are well built. I’ll drive mostly in the city, in Mumbai and Goa, with occasional trips between the two. I’m open to buying the Maruti Suzuki Dzire, but I’ve heard it can’t fit five people along with their luggage. Could you suggest a car with a five-star safety rating, good fuel efficiency and low maintenance? Given the bad roads, good ground clearance is also important.

•10h

Given your requirements, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire is a sensible and reliable choice, but it does have limitations when it comes to accommodating five adults and their luggage comfortably, especially on longer trips between Mumbai and Goa. The rear seat is adequate for three, but with two 6ft passengers and three healthy adults, shoulder room will be tight, and the boot may struggle with all the luggage.A better fit would be the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. It offers a more spacious cabin, better shoulder room and significantly better ground clearance, which will help on bad roads. The boot is also larger and more practical than the Dzire, making it easier to accommodate luggage for five.If you are open to stretching your budget slightly, consider a 7-seater like the Kia Carens. It will give you much more flexibility to fit 5 adults and their luggage on long trips.Overall, the Brezza is a worthwhile upgrade over the Dzire you were considering, but a Kia Carens will make for a much more comfortable vehicle for your needs.

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•10h

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