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Bikash

•4w

I am planning to buy an automatic car and would appreciate your expert recommendation. My budget is around Rs. 12 lakh on-road, and I prefer either a CVT or torque converter, as I am not interested in an AMT. I am based in Bangalore, and my usage will be around 70% city driving and 30% highway driving. My annual running will be approximately 6,000-9,000 km, including 2-3 long trips every year. I prefer SUV styling, although I can consider a hatchback if it is significantly better overall. My previous car was a Tata Tiago AMT, which I have now given to my father. My main priorities are safety, reliability, a smooth driving experience, and low-hassle ownership. I plan to keep the car for around 5 years.

Autocar India

•17m

The Nissan Magnite Turbo CVT is the one that fits your brief best - the Kuro variant fits in your budget but try and stretch to the Tekna or Tekna+ if you can. It keeps the SUV look you prefer, and the CVT makes daily drives far smoother than your old Tiago AMT. The size is friendly for tight lanes and parking, yet the turbo engine has enough pull for your 2-3 highway trips a year, so it will not feel strained when you cruise with family and bags. For a 5-year keep and 6,000-9,000 km a year, running costs and upkeep should be manageable, and Nissan’s network in Bangalore is decent.

A couple of trade-offs to note. The cabin feels simple next to pricier rivals, and it can get a bit noisy at higher speeds. Also, while it has a 5-star Global NCAP rating, some rivals do feel more solid - but those with torque converter or CVT autos sit well above your budget.

If you want the same package with a different style or dealer, look at the Renault Kiger Turbo CVT in a mid trim - it is the sister car to the Magnite, so pick the one you like sitting in more. If you are open to a hatchback, the Hyundai i20 1.2 IVT is the smoothest and most polished to drive, with a very easy ownership experience.

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