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•12w

Hi, which would be a good first car among Victoris VXI AT, Victoris VXI Strong Hybrid, or Seltos HTK IVT? What sort of discounts are available on the Victoris Strong Hybrid variants that could sweeten the deal? My maximum budget is Rs. 15 lakh ex-showroom. We are 4 members in the family with a pet dog. My usage is 80% in Bengaluru city, with a monthly running of less than 1,000 km. I am considering the hybrid if the pricing is good; otherwise, I am happy with the NA petrol variants. The purchase is not urgent, and I can wait until the end of 2026 or Q1 2027 as well.

•12w

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXI AT petrol. With your usage of less than 1,000km a month and 80% city driving in Bengaluru, the strong hybrid does not make financial sense unless you are getting a very substantial discount. The petrol automatic is smooth, reliable and well suited to city traffic, and the Brezza is a proven, fuss-free ownership proposition with Maruti’s service reach and low running costs. The Seltos HTK IVT and the Victoris VXI AT are good cars, but at Rs. 15 lakh ex-showroom you are at the lower end of their range and will be compromising on features, whereas the Brezza ZXI AT is a more complete package at that price point. The Seltos and Victoris are bigger, but not my much and the premium you pay does not justify the entry-level variants. The Brezza also has a comfortable rear seat and a decent boot, which will suit a family of four plus a pet dog and is a better deal overall.

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•2d

Hi, I am planning to buy my first car and am looking for an automatic car in the Rs 12-16.5 lakh budget. I am 6ft tall, so seating comfort, particularly headroom and under-thigh support, is an important consideration. My monthly running will be around 1,000km, with approximately 70% in Bangalore city traffic and 30% on highways. I am looking for a car that offers decent mileage, comfortable seating, reliable after-sales service and good long-term reliability, as I plan to keep it for at least 10 years. Features such as a reverse camera, height-adjustable driver seat and rear AC vents are also priorities. I have shortlisted the Mahindra XUV 3XO AT, Maruti Brezza ZXi AT, Maruti Grand Vitara Delta TC and Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor?

•2d

The Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXI AT would be the one we'd recommend for you. It's got a pleasant 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that works well with the six-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. It's not a performance-oriented powertrain, in case that's a priority for you, but rather is tuned for comfortable city use and smooth performance. Fuel economy is also good for an automatic. Interestingly, the Brezza offers more headroom than the Grand Vitara and Victoris at the back, making it better suited to your needs. The Brezza ZXI AT gets all the features that you need and is the pick of the contenders.

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•3d

Hi, I’m looking for recommendations for an automatic car primarily suited to city driving, with an on-road budget of Rs 10–12 lakh in Hyderabad. I currently own a 2022 Maruti Suzuki Ignis manual and a Brezza, which I plan to retain for highway trips. I’m looking to replace the Ignis with an automatic that will primarily be used for daily city commutes. My monthly running is around 1,500km, with approximately 80% city driving and 20% on the ORR. My priorities include a comfortable driving position for my 5’10” height, good ride quality, real-world fuel efficiency and a smooth automatic gearbox. Senior-citizen-friendly entry and exit, along with comfortable rear seats, are also important as my father occasionally travels with me. I’m open to any body style or fuel type since the Brezza will continue to handle highway duties. Could you suggest your top 2–3 options that I should shortlist for back-to-back test drives with my father before making a decision? Real-world ownership experiences and feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

•1d

Given your requirements, you should consider the Maruti Suzuki Baleno AMT. It falls within your budget of Rs 12 lakh, it has an efficient three-cylinder petrol engine, an AMT automatic gearbox and has a spacious cabin. The doors also open wide, and it isn't very low-set, so getting in and out should not be an issue for senior citizens. It will also be comfortable for your height, and the ride quality is also comfy and composed. Being a Maruti, it will also be stress-free to own and easy to maintain, as you would have experienced with your Brezza and Ignis. Alternatively, you could also consider the Hyundai i20 IVT. It comes with a larger, four cylinder engine, a smoother CVT automatic gearbox and feels more premium inside. But if won't be nearly as fuel efficient as the Baleno, the rear seat won't be as spacious and it will be more expensive to buy.

My wife and I, both senior citizens, want to buy an automatic transmission car that we will drive ourselves. Our usage will be occasional in Kolkata, along with some long weekend highway trips. Our key selection criteria are safety, automatic transmission performance, driver and passenger ride comfort, balanced city and highway handling, and sufficient boot space to hold 3 to 5 days of luggage. Which cars would be most suitable for us?

•2d

We're not aware of your budget so we would recommend a mid-size SUV like the Skoda Kushaq. It meets your requirements of safety, ride comfort and good handling in the city and highways. This Skoda car will also meet your requirement of good performance of the automatic gearbox as it is a torque convertor autobox; these are the smoothest types to have and offer a very seemless drive experience. We would recommend the 1.0 litre engine as the performance is more than adequate for the city as well as highway drives. The boot space is also sufficient for your luggage requirements. As an alternative you can consider the Maruti Suzuki Brezza 1.5 litre variant. The gearbox is also a torque convertor unit and the ride in the city is very plush. However the highway stability and the boot would be just a bit smaller.

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•5d

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•5d

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