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We’re planning to buy a 5-seater family car that will largely be used by senior citizens. Ease of getting in and out is a major consideration, so we’re avoiding cars that sit too low or are excessively tall. It will be chauffeur-driven and won’t be used daily, which makes cabin comfort, suspension, and rear-seat convenience key priorities. It will mostly be used in the city; highway use will be very limited. Budget is approximately ₹15 lakh. What do you recommend?

Autocar India

•28m

There are lots of models that fit within your budget. However, we'd trim the list of probables to the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Tata Sierra and Kia Carens Clavis, each of which offers easy entry and exit.The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is the smallest and most affordable of the three options, but scores well for its comfortable seats and good ride quality. It isn't the best 5-seat vehicle, but it can be used as one for intra-city journeys without discomfort.Tata's Sierra is one of the hottest cars in the market right now, and suits your needs for its plush suspension and roomy interior. There's enough space at the back for three to sit in comfort. The base petrol engine will suit your usage.The Kia Carens Clavis is also a good option. The rear section of the cabin is spacious, and the inclusion of a third row of seats gives plenty of flexibility, too. You can consider the naturally aspirated petrol engine.

Vish

I am a bit confused between the Xpulse and the RTX 300 because I need a bike that can handle bumps and potholes on Indian roads easily as well as perform well off-road. What do you suggest is best?

Autocar India

•1h

Both the Hero Xpulse 210 and TVS Apache RTX 300 are both good bikes for tackling bad roads, but when it comes to off-road riding, the Xpulse is clearly more capable. It has longer travel suspension and wire-spoke rims, both making it better suited for the job. It is also the lighter and narrower of the two machines and has minimalist bodywork. It will be helpful in the inevitable case of a tipover because neither the bike nor your wallet will sustain too much damage.

Hero MotoCorp Xpulse 210

TVS Apache RTX

Devanshu Ahirwar

•2d

I have been riding a scooty for the past 9-10 years, and I am now thinking of purchasing a bike, but I don’t know how to ride one yet. I travel about 20 km daily to the office and occasionally go on long rides with my friends. I am 22 years old, 6′2″ tall, and weigh 55 kg. My budget is ₹1.5–2 lakh. I am thinking of the RE Hunter but I am worried whether it will suit me, considering my height, so my second choice is the Xpulse 210. My mother is urging me to buy the TVS SP 125 for its high mileage, and a colleague advised me to buy the Ather Chetak. I am very confused 😵 and hope you can help me sort things out. Thank you!

Autocar India

•2h

Since you aren't familiar with the clutch/gear shift coordination that a motorcycle will demand. We would recommend you first learn these basics under the guidance of a professional or a trusted relative/friend. The Royal Enfield Hunter 350 may seem like a small machine, but it can comfortably accommodate larger riders without a hassle. Coming to the Xpulse 210, this is a lighter and taller machine than the Hunter and will also have a very different riding experience. The Honda SP125 will undoubtedly give you excellent fuel economy, but it can't compete with the Hunter and Xpulse in terms of performance or road presence. We'd recommend a test ride of all three before you make your purchase, as that will help you make an informed decision. However, if you think that riding a motorcycle is too complicated, and you want to stick with a scooter. It makes sense to go with proven options in the ICE and EV segments like TVS Jupiter, Honda Activa, Suzuki Access and TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, Ather Rizta and Vida VX2, respectively.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Honda Bikes SP 125

Hero MotoCorp Xpulse 210

TVS Jupiter

Honda Bikes Activa 110

Shayan Bose

•1d

I currently own a Triumph Tiger Sport 660 and am looking to upgrade to a middleweight adventure tourer, which would be more versatile and have better suspension. I have shortlisted the BMW 900GS Adventure and the Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. My budget is 20-22 lakhs maximum. Which one should I go for, or is there any other option which I am missing?

Autocar India

•2h

Between the two bikes you are choosing from, the Triumph Tiger 900 would be our recommendation. Between the GT and Rally Pro, we would recommend sticking with the former if you don't plan to go off-road very often. The Tiger has better seat and suspension comfort, and coming from your smaller Tiger Sport 660, you'll be familiar with the Triumph ownership experience too. However, if you don't want to spend as much money, then the smart way to do this would be to get a Honda XL750 Transalp and upgrade the wheels and suspension with the huge chunk you'll save. Even then, you'll come in well under what you'd spend on a brand-new Tiger 900. The Transalp is realistically just as quick and capable, while being a more manageable bike to ride and own too. We'd recommend visiting a Honda BigWing dealer as well as speaking to your nearest authorised Triumph dealership to find out more details before you pull the trigger.

Triumph Tiger 900

Honda Bikes XL750 Transalp

Simranjit Singh

•2d

I have been riding a Bullet 350 for the last 14 years. I recently sold it due to the 15-year rule in Delhi. I am looking to upgrade to an adventure bike with a budget of ₹2.5 lakh. I am 41 years old, 6′1″ tall, and weigh 105 kg. I need a bike with good suspension quality, and my daily riding will be around 20 km within Delhi.

Autocar India

•3h

The two frontrunners in the ADV space within your budget would be the TVS Apache RTX 300 and Hero Xpulse 210. The Xpulse will be the more city-friendly machine compared to the RTX because it is lighter and not as physically large a machine. It will also return noticeably better fuel economy, and if that's important to you, then it becomes the clear pick. The RTX does have better seating comfort, although in isolation, the Xpulse is good too. A test ride of these two will help you decide which is the better machine for you.

TVS Apache RTX

Hero MotoCorp Xpulse 210

Hari Krishna T

•1w

I am currently riding a 2022 TVS Ronin RS200, but I am not happy with it because, being a faired bike, it has a lot of issues every 1-2 months on Bangalore roads. I am thinking of switching to a naked bike like the Duke 250 or 250 Adventure. What are the best alternatives available in the 200/250/300 cc segment for daily city commuting and occasional 150-200 km out-of-city touring? Please suggest strong and punchy options that are currently in the market.

Autocar India

•3h

The KTM 250 Duke you have shortlisted will be a good option to step up to, and with its less bodywork than your RS200, you'll likely not run into the same issue again. The quarter-litre Duke is also an entertaining and punchy machine that feels at home both inside the city and out on the highway. In a similiar vein, you could also consider the TVS Apache RTR 310, which will offer you more performance and features, although it will be a little more expensive to buy even in base trim. If you are instead leaning toward an ADV, then you should consider bikes like the KTM 250 Adventure and TVS Apache RTX 300. A test ride of these bikes will help you decide what sort of bike is right for you and which one suits you best.