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I am planning to buy a new car. Currently, I drive a Creta and live in Kozhikode, Kerala. I have shortlisted the Toyota Camry. Is the Camry suitable for my daily city commute and nearby drives? I prefer only Japanese cars.

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Yes, the Camry Hybrid suits daily Kozhikode city runs and short trips around, mainly because it’s smooth and very efficient in stop-go traffic. The hybrid glides on battery at low speeds, the automatic keeps revs low, and you’ll use far less fuel than a big petrol sedan normally would in town. It’s also quiet and very comfortable, so commutes and family rides feel easy.

Since you’re coming from a Creta, remember the Camry is longer and lower. In old-city lanes and tight parking, you’ll need more care, and very tall speed breakers or deep monsoon water can be a worry compared to your SUV. Drive it a bit diagonally over big humps and you’ll be fine most days.

Toyota support in Kerala is strong, parts are easy, and running costs are sensible for a Rs. 50 lakh-class car. If you want a Japanese upgrade that feels premium yet stress-free in traffic, the Camry fits well.

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I am 75 years old and planning to buy a new car. Presently I own Honda-CRV. I have a driver. Looking for a compact SUV with all good features

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@narendra7 @narendra7 You can either choose the Hyundai Creta or Honda Elevate. The Creta offers the most comfortable ride and a feature-rich cabin, while the Elevate stands out for its wide-opening doors, easy ingress and egress, spacious rear seat, and Honda's proven reliability. If I had to pick one overall, I would go with the Honda Elevate.

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