My monthly running is not more than 650 km, and I am planning to buy the Mahindra Thar Roxx. I intend to keep the car for at least 10 years. I am confused between choosing a petrol or a diesel variant. Considering resale later and the future of diesel in India.

Autocar India

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Based on your priorities, the Hyundai i20 IVT would be our first recommendation. The IVT automatic is one of the smoothest gearboxes in this price range and is exactly the kind of transmission you should be looking at if you want a completely jerk-free city driving experience. The i20 also feels genuinely premium inside, with good cabin quality, solid feature content and in your budget, you can stretch to a well-equipped Asta variant with features like the Bose audio system and a nicely finished interior. Hyundai’s reliability and ownership experience also make it an easy long-term recommendation.If by build quality you specifically mean a stronger crash test safety proposition, then the Honda Amaze CVT is also worth serious consideration. Its CVT is equally smooth, Honda’s long-term reliability is excellent, and it feels like a sensible 10-year ownership choice. It may not feel as premium inside as the i20, but from a pure, dependable ownership perspective, it is a very strong alternative.

Hyundai i20

Honda Amaze

Autocar India

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The Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift is expected fairly soon, so if you are specifically waiting for the updated model, the wait should not be long. The latest test sightings suggest Maruti is in the advanced stages of development, which usually points to a launch in the coming months rather than being a distant future product.As for ADAS, while Maruti has not officially confirmed the exact feature list yet, it is widely expected that the updated Brezza will bring a stronger technology and safety package to stay competitive, and ADAS is very much a possibility.So if your priority is getting the latest Brezza with newer features and potentially ADAS, it makes sense to wait a little rather than buying the outgoing model right now.

Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift

Autocar India

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You already have a city runabout and a family MPV, so for personal use with some relaxed highway drives, the Honda City automatic fits well. The newly updated 2026 City is well equipped, with a more premium feel than your Wagon R, plus better long-distance comfort. The City’s cabin is roomy, the seats are supportive, and the petrol engine feels smooth and quiet in traffic. It also has easy, light steering that makes daily use simple, and Honda’s service network is widespread.One thing to keep in mind: the car sits lower than taller vehicles, so very large speed breakers or rough roads need care. As far as sedans go, it’s a solid choice, but if you are open to considering an SUV, the Honda Elevate offers a similar experience.

Honda City

Honda Elevate