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•4w

I have had a Wagon R as my first car since 2022. Now, I want to buy another car. I am confused between the Nexon Camo CNG and the Brezza facelift CNG. As a spare tyre is not provided with the Brezza but is given with the Nexon, I am getting inclined towards the Nexon. However, due to the dilemma regarding Tata's service, I am getting inclined towards the Brezza. So, please advise suitably on which one to choose. I am considering CNG only because of the ethanol fiasco. Otherwise, I was okay with NA petrol or turbo petrol. The dilemma around ethanol in the future is forcing me to think about CNG. Am I thinking right?

•3w

You are overthinking the ethanol issue. Modern petrol engines are engineered to handle E20, and there is no official roadmap beyond that. The impact is largely limited to a small drop in fuel efficiency, and there is no need to change your buying decision because of it. CNG car only makes sense if your running is high enough to justify the lower running costs, and you are comfortable with the compromises in boot space and performance.

Between the two cars, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza CNG is the safer long-term choice. Maruti's service network is wider, ownership is generally more hassle-free, and the Brezza is a well-rounded, reliable SUV. The Tata Nexon CNG is the more feature-rich option and the spare tyre is a genuine advantage, but Tata's service experience can still be inconsistent depending on the city, so opt for it only if the dealer network in your area is good.

If you were otherwise happy with a naturally aspirated petrol, go for the Brezza petrol and do not let the ethanol debate sway your decision.

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•3w•

@rrsahoo Go for Brezza because of BRAND MARUTI. in my opinion, and i have tested also, tata and mahindra cars do not match the quality and service of maruti.

•3w•

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•3w•

@rrsahoo Go for Nexon because it's built quality is not negotiable...and road performance is soo good...it's hae good riding experience...just like harrier...and service is also good

•3w•

Hi I want to change my Nexon EV z plus lux 2021 To a small petrol automatic car Pls suggest .. city driving only 400 kms a month

•3w•

@docsanj tata punch is good option

•3w•

I agree with this 👍 My current car is Nexon EV Zplus 2021 model I want to switchover to a small petrol car with my driving being just 10 kms a day ,, 20 kms on weekend .. 2-3 100 kms outside city drives .. pls suggest .. in AMT i am eyeing Celerio Zxi , automatic or even Alto Top end or Swift

•3w•

@docsanj Celerio is better than Alto and swift. If your budget allows just check Baleno amt is very smooth 4 cyl good for city and highways .

•3w•

Breeza Vxi is right choice Offers much more goodies then Lxi cng breeza.

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•3d

Hi, I am looking for a car under Rs 9 lakh. This will be my first car, and I am not very confident about driving yet. I currently use a bike for my daily commute, which is around 50% city and 50% highway driving. I have the Maruti Suzuki Brezza LXi and the Renault Triber RXL AMT in mind. Please suggest a good car based on my requirements. My main priorities are good mileage and a hassle-free ownership experience.

•1d

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx Delta AMT. As a first-time car buyer who is not very confident behind the wheel, the Fronx AMT is the better choice because the automatic gearbox will make your daily commute far less stressful, especially in city traffic.The Maruti Suzuki Brezza LXi Turbo is a good car, but the manual gearbox will add unnecessary stress to your daily commute, and as a first-time buyer, you are better off prioritising ease of use over outright performance.If you are open to a manual, the Brezza is the better car overall, but given your priorities, the Fronx Delta AMT is the smarter choice.

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•21h

I’m planning to buy my first car and prefer an automatic car because of Bangalore traffic. I will mainly use it for city driving and weekend long drives. My budget is between Rs. 10-12 lakh. I’m looking for something hassle-free, reliable, with good road presence and suitable for a first-time driver.

•14h

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic. It is the most sensible first car for your requirements. The Brezza is easy to drive in Bangalore traffic, has a torque converter automatic which is the smoothest type of autobox around and is known for its reliability and low maintenance costs as well. It also has a good road presence and a comfortable ride, especially so in the city where the low speed ride is nice and pliant, on undulating highways it can get floaty though. The boot is also large enough for weekend luggage and thus the Brezza suits your city and highway requerements well. It is also a forgiving car for a first-time driver, with good visibility and predictable handling and Maruti are known for their hassle-free ownership experience.

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•3d

I am planning to buy a car in the Rs 12-13 lakh price range and will travel around 1,000-1,200km on the highway every month. Should I go for the Sonet diesel, or would a petrol car be a better choice? If petrol is the better option, please suggest cars with good mileage, as fuel efficiency is my main concern.

•1d

With 1,000-1,200 km of highway driving per month, the Kia Sonet diesel is a sensible choice. At that kind of running, the fuel cost savings of diesel over petrol become meaningful, especially on highways where diesel engines are at their most efficient. The Sonet diesel is a strong highway performer, with good torque for overtaking and a relaxed cruising nature. It is also a well-rounded package with a comfortable ride and a decent feature set.If you are open to petrol, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is the best alternative. It is one of the most fuel-efficient petrol SUVs in the segment, and Maruti's ownership experience and service reach are hard to beat. However, the fuel cost difference compared to diesel will still be noticeable in your running costs.

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•2d

I have a Tata Nexon Creative AMT that is only a year old, but I have already had to replace the spark plugs four times and the ignition coil once. I am still facing engine misfires and vibrations inside the car. I am honestly fed up with Tata's service, as they have been unable to resolve the issue. I am therefore planning to sell the Nexon and buy a Kia Seltos with a manual transmission this time. My priority was safety earlier, and it remains my top priority. However, I now also want peace of mind and a hassle-free ownership experience. Would selling the Nexon and switching to the Seltos be a good decision?

•1d

Yes, it is a good decisionYes, it is a good decision to sell the Tata Nexon and move to the Seltos manual. The Nexon is generally a safe and well-engineered car, but if you are facing repeated engine issues and the service centre is unable to resolve them, it is understandable to lose confidence in the ownership experience. The Kia Seltos is a very well-rounded SUV with a strong safety package, a more refined ownership experience and a good service network. The manual transmission is also a good choice if you want to avoid any potential automatic gearbox-related issues. Overall, if peace of mind and a hassle-free ownership experience are your top priorities, the Seltos is a sensible upgrade.

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•5d

I currently drive a Grand i10 Manual petrol and am now planning to buy a new compact SUV that is comfortable, fuel efficient and has low maintenance. My usage is 35km of daily office commute in Delhi-NCR traffic. Please advice which option is best fit amongst Hyundai Venue HX 6T, SONET HTK+O and XUV 3XO.

•4d

Go for the Hyundai Venue. With your daily 35km commute in Delhi NCR traffic, comfort and low maintenance are key, and the Venue delivers on both. The 1.2 NA petrol is smooth, refined and easy to drive in stop-start conditions, while Hyundai’s service network and ownership experience are among the best in the segment. The HX6T variant also gives you a good balance of features without pushing the budget too far.The Sonet HTK+O is mechanically very similar, but the Venue is a newer model and offers a more spacious cabin. The XUV 3XO is also a good option, but its turbo petrol engine won't be as efficient as the Hyundai’s.Overall, the Venue is the most sensible upgrade from your Grand i10 for daily city use.

I am planning to buy a sub-compact SUV. My budget is Rs. 13-14 lakh, and my priorities are a smooth automatic transmission and good mileage. I am considering the Brezza ZXi AT, Sonet HXT DCT, and Venue HX6 DCT. I am very confused because the Brezza’s torque-converter automatic offers good fuel efficiency but lacks some features, while the Sonet and Venue offer all the features I need. However, I am concerned that the DCT may be less fuel-efficient and could involve higher maintenance costs. My daily commute is around 30 km, mostly in heavy bumper-to-bumper traffic. Please suggest which one would be the best choice for my requirements.

•3d

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXI AT. Your priorities are a smooth automatic, good fuel efficiency and a daily 30km commute in heavy bumper-to-bumper traffic. The Brezza’s 6-speed torque converter automatic is the best fit for this usage. It is smooth, reliable and well suited to stop-start conditions, and the naturally aspirated petrol engine is efficient and easy to live with. Maruti’s service reach and low maintenance costs add to the ownership peace of mind.The Sonet and Venue DCTs are good cars, but the DCT gearbox is not ideal for heavy traffic. It can feel jerky at low speeds.Alternatively, if you can arrange for home charging, the Tata Punch EV is an excellent option.

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