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I want to buy a 6/7-seater car under Rs. 17 lakh. Which one should I buy?

•14m

Go for the Kia Carens. It is the most well-rounded 6/7 seater under Rs 17 lakh, offering a genuinely spacious third row, a comfortable ride and petrol and diesel engine options. This Kia car also feels more premium inside than most rivals in this price bracket, and Kia's service network is strong. If you are looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is the most sensible alternative, with low running costs and proven reliability, but the Carens is the better all-round family car.

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How about maruti suzuki xl6 as i am looking for automatic

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@autocar.india how about maruti suzuki xl6 as i am looking for automation transmission

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•2d

I need a reliable SUV for city driving, with an average daily running of 60km. I want good interiors and exterior styling and am considering a diesel because of concerns about petrol fuel efficiency. Which option should I consider?

•3h

With a daily running of 60km, a diesel makes sense for your usage. For city driving, it is best to choose a diesel SUV that is refined, easy to drive and not too large to manoeuvre.The Kia Seltos diesel automatic is the best fit here. The 1.5 diesel is smooth, efficient and well-suited to city traffic, while the automatic gearbox makes daily driving effortless. This Kia car also has one of the best interiors in the segment, with a premium feel and a good feature set, and it looks sharp on the outside too. It is also a size that is easy to live with in the city, while still being comfortable on longer drives.

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I am 65 years old and plan to buy a small hatchback. My running is low, but I make two long trips of around 250-300 km each month. Should I choose an EV or a petrol car in this segment?

•6h

For your usage, a petrol hatchback is the more sensible choice. Your running is low, and while you do two long trips a month of 250-300 km each, that is still well within the comfort zone of a petrol car. EVs make the most sense when daily running is high and predictable, and when home charging is available and used regularly.On long trips, electric cars require planning around charging stops, which can add time and complexity, especially if you are not keen on managing charging infrastructure. A petrol hatchback will give you complete flexibility on your highway trips, with no range anxiety or charging considerations. It is also easier to live with in the long term, especially at your age, where simplicity and ease of ownership matter more than fuel savings.If you are specifically looking at hatchbacks, the Maruti Suzuki Swift or Hyundai Grand i10 Nios are both excellent options, offering reliability, comfort and low running costs. If you are open to a slightly higher budget, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno or Toyota Glanza offer more space and comfort while still being easy to drive. Overall, go for a petrol hatchback and enjoy hassle-free ownership.

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I currently own a 2021 WagonR VXi and want to upgrade my car. Please suggest the best option for my family of five. My budget is Rs. 13 lakh, and my monthly running will be around 1,200 km. I am looking for a car with a sunroof, good mileage, strong safety features, and enough space for five people to sit comfortably. I would also prefer a CNG variant. Please suggest a suitable car for my requirements.

•3d

With a budget of Rs 13 lakh, a 5-member family and 1,200 km a month, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is a sensible option. This Maruti Suzuki car offers good mileage on petrol and CNG, is safe and has the features you want. There is also a decent amount of space for your family of 5, and with the CNG tank mounted underneath the car, the boot is also free of intrusions. There is no spare tyre, though. If you would like more space, the Ertiga CNG is an alternative. It would stretch your budget just a bit, but you would have very comfy seating for five plus two in the third row. The CNG kit is factory-fitted and well-integrated, so you get the fuel savings without compromising reliability or warranty. It is also one of the most practical CNG cars on the market, with Maruti's service reach and low running costs. The only drawback is that the Ertiga CNG does not come with a sunroof, and the boot space is limited with the third row up.

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I currently use a Skoda Slavia Ambition 1.0 automatic since last 4 years. Now, I am thinking of switching the car but I am confused between Honda Elevate V CVT petrol and Kia Seltos HTK iVT petrol.

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Given that you are coming from a Skoda Slavia 1.0 TSI automatic, the Kia Seltos HTK IVT petrol is the more natural upgrade. The Seltos offers a noticeably larger and more premium cabin, better rear seat space and a more substantial feel overall. The IVT gearbox is smooth and well-suited to city driving, and the car feels like a genuine step up from the Slavia in terms of comfort and overall ownership experience.The Honda Elevate V CVT petrol is a solid and reliable choice, but it does not feel like as much of an upgrade from the Slavia. The cabin is not as spacious or as premium as the Seltos, and the overall ownership experience is more about simplicity and reliability than about feeling like a significant step up.The only caveat with the Seltos HTK is that it is not the most feature-rich variant in the lineup. If you can stretch to a higher variant, the Seltos becomes an even stronger recommendation. If not, it is still the better choice over the Elevate because it offers a more substantial upgrade from your current car.

I am getting the Venue HX8 Turbo automatic for Rs. 15.40 lakh on-road, the Creta SX(O) automatic for Rs. 18.14 lakh on-road, with a discount of more than Rs. 1 lakh, and the Seltos HTK(O) IVT for Rs. 18.50 lakh on-road. My budget is Rs. 19 lakh. Which one should I buy for driving in Bangalore and occasional trips?

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Go for the Kia Seltos HTK (O) IVT at Rs 18.14 lakh on-road. Your budget of Rs 19 lakh gives you enough room to get a large, spacious and well-equipped midsize SUV, and the Seltos is the sweet spot. The IVT gearbox is smooth and well-suited to Bangalore traffic, while the 1.5 petrol is refined and reliable. The HTK (O) trim is feature-rich, so you are not compromising on equipment. The Seltos also offers better rear seat space and comfort than the others, making it a better choice for occasional family trips. The Creta SX (O) might sound like better value with a few more features, but the Seltos's larger size, better quality and new-age tech push it ahead overall. The Venue HX8 turbo automatic at Rs 15.4 lakh is a good deal, but it is a segment below, and you would be compromising on space and comfort.

I am a 60 years old retired woman and I want to buy a new automatic car. Which car would be suitable for me?

•6d

We would recommend the Maruti Suzuki Baleno automatic. At your age, ease of use, comfort and reliability are the most important factors, and the Baleno delivers on all three. The automatic gearbox is smooth and easy to operate, making city driving stress-free, while the car itself is compact enough to be easy to park and manoeuvre. Maruti's service network is the best in the country, which means maintenance will be straightforward and affordable. The Baleno also offers a comfortable ride and a spacious cabin, making it a pleasant car to use on a daily basis. If you prefer a slightly higher seating position and a smaller foot print, the Hyundai Exter AMT is a good alternative, offering the same reliability with a more SUV-like stance. Both cars are sensible, hassle-free choices that will serve you well for many years.

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