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I want to buy a small car with AMT. My budget is 6 lakh. Please advise.

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•12w
City use on a tight Rs 6 lakh cap, and you want an automatic that shifts on its own, in that case, the Maruti Alto K10 VXi (O) AT is the one that fits best. The automatic is smooth as far as AMTs go, and it makes stop-start traffic easy without pushing the price too high. The engine feels lively at city speeds, so you do not have to work it hard to keep up. It also uses less fuel in daily use, and Maruti’s wide service network keeps upkeep simple and affordable.
As for the trade-offs, the back seat and boot are small, so it is best for one or two people. Also, the AMT has a brief pause when it changes gears, so shifts are not as smooth as a costlier full automatic, though you get used to it quickly.
If you prefer a higher driving position and can stretch a bit, check the Maruti S-Presso VXi (O). In some cities, it may cross Rs 6 lakh on-road, so confirm local prices. Overall, for mostly city driving at this budget, the Alto lines up best with what you want.
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•12w

The Renault Kwid AMT is also a good option. I've been using one (2017 Climber AMT variant) and it's been a decent experience till date

•11w

Go for celerio VXI AMT @around 5:85 Lakh on road, much better then Alto and S-presso

•11w

I want a buy car tata Tiago is it best

•12w

Which is good Alto k10 or s presso

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Maruti alto k 10 or s presso which is good

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I want to buy a Automatic car with high mileage.i prefer Maruti.my budjet under 10lakhs please advise

•12w

Get a celerio vxi. AMT. 6.7Lakhs. I'm using for the past 3 three months Mileage I'm getting 19 in highway. 16.7 in city..

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