You are correct to be concerned about Aprilia's aftersales service as it is generally on the more expensive side, and the experience can also be hit / miss. Sticking with offerings from other brands like TVS, Yamaha and Suzuki would be our recommendation for a hassle-free ownership experience. Among your shortlisted options, the Jupiter, Ray ZR and Access are typical family scooters which will be comfortable, fuel-efficient and reliable in the long run. Our pick would be the Jupiter because it is the most rounded product, although the Access comes very close and is also noticeably quicker. Between the two sporty scooters, the TVS Ntorq makes for a better all-rounder because even though it is sporty, it doesn't sacrifice practicality or comfort. Take a test ride of all options you consider before making your purchase.

The Honda Elevate is a good choice for you and a significant upgrade over your Honda Brio. It is spacious and comfortable, with a good ride quality. The 1.5 litre petrol engine is refined, and the manual gearbox is slick and easy to use.Considering your limited city running, a manual gearbox should work fine, but an automatic will add a lot of convenience and reduce effort, especially in cities like Bengaluru, where you live. This Honda car also gets a CVT automatic, which is smooth and responsive and works well both in the city and on the highway.As for turbo petrol engines, their power delivery is indeed addictive and makes them enjoyable to drive, but they do have some downsides. In general, turbo petrol engines are not as smooth as naturally aspirated units and can feel slightly jerky at low speeds. Their fuel efficiency is also very sensitive to throttle inputs, and with a heavier right foot, mileage can drop sharply.If you are keen on turbo petrol options, you can consider the new Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta N Line or the Tata Sierra. The Skoda Kushaq and Volkswagen Taigun are also worth considering, but we would suggest waiting, as their updates are expected soon.

For your requirements, the Kia Carens Clavis is the best fit. It offers a genuinely usable third row, is easy to drive in the city, and remains comfortable on long trips. Given your usage, the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine should be adequate. If you want an automatic, you’ll need to opt for the turbo-petrol, but that will mean choosing a lower variant, as the top-spec Carens Clavis automatic will cross ₹20 lakh on-road.

That really depends on what your priorities are, so it's hard to say conclusively. The Tata Tiago delivers a very good ride, is well-equipped with a superb-sounding audio system. On the safety front, it performs well and has a strong crash-test rating. However, the engine of this Tata car isn't exciting to drive, nor is it as fuel-efficient as its competitors.