Hi Autocar team, I enjoy driving but consider myself practical. I’m trying to decide whether to get the Creta iVT or the DCT. Most of my driving is in Bangalore city. I plan to keep my car for a long time, and my father will also be driving it. Will the DCT remain reliable even after the warranty expires? Or should I choose the safer option like the iVT? I expect around 10 km/l in city traffic.

Since the majority of your driving is in the city, the Hyundai Creta IVT would be a better choice. 

Yes, it is low on power, but there is enough grunt to make quick gaps in the city and overtakes on the highway. It does not feel underpowered. 

The advantage is the IVT gearbox, which is smoother than the DCT in the city and will make light work of driving in a traffic-heavy city like Bangalore. Also, since it is a lesser-powered version and it does not get a turbo, it is also a bit more efficient in the city.