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•7w

I own a 2010 Maruti Suzuki Alto. I am 50 years old and want to upgrade. My monthly running is around 600 to 1,000 km. I am planning to buy the Tata Nexon CNG.

•6w

The Tata Nexon CNG is a good pick, but be aware that with your limited running, it will take a while to recover the extra upfront cost. The CNG version is about Rs. 1 lakh more expensive than the equivalent petrol, which means that at 600-1,000km a month, it will take over three years to recover the difference. You also have to deal with more frequent refuelling, queues at CNG stations and less usable boot space. If you plan on keeping the car for the long term and these drawbacks are not deal-breakers, then the CNG is a good choice. If not, the petrol will suit your needs just fine.

As an upgrade from your 2010 Alto, the Nexon is a big step up in comfort and safety. The higher seating position and softer ride are kinder to your back and knees, and the cabin feels far more solid and quieter over bad roads.

Be honest about where you drive. If most of your running is within city limits and there is a CNG station nearby with short queues, then the CNG car can work well. Just expect more relaxed performance and some compromise in luggage space.

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•6w

I hv budget of 8 lakhs and I want to own my first car monthly running is very less suggest me better cars for greater milage, safety and drive easy.

•6w

@dd.2 You can pick the Maruti Baleno. It's easy to drive, fuel-efficient, comfortable, and inexpensive to maintain - making it an excellent first car. If safety is your absolute top priority over refinement and space, then you can consider the Tata Tiago as well.

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