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•2w

I need a 5-seater SUV within Rs. 10-12 lakh budget. My annual running is between 7000-8000km which includes 70% within Pune and 30% on highway. I need a car with automatic transmission and decent mileage is essential. Since my parents travel with me, superior back seat comfort is top priority.

•3m

The Maruti Suzuki Brezza AT would be the best pick for you. Its 1.5-litre petrol engine is unexciting but offers good pep for city driving which is where you will spend the majority of your time. The Brezza's 6-speed auto is also smooth and delivers better real-world economy than other turbo-petrol automatic models in the segment.

The Brezza also offers good space for its size with comfortable seating for four adults, and room for five at a squeeze. Softly cushioned seats, an absorbent suspension and easy entry and exit further makes the Brezza well suited to your parents' needs.

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•1w

I am confused between Tata Punch Adventure MT petrol and Brezza Turbo VXI model. The price difference between the two is around Rs. 1.20 lakh. Please consider that I am planning to purchase the car for family purpose for long term usage and stress free ownership.

•1h

If your budget allows it, go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi. The 1.5 litre petrol engine is refined and delivers enough performance for effortless everyday driving and highway trips. The cabin is wider and more spacious than the Tata Punch’s, making the Brezza a better family car, especially for long term use. The VXi is also reasonably well equipped, so you don't have to stretch to a higher variant to get the essentials. Maruti’s extensive service network and generally affordable maintenance are further advantages if stress free ownership is a priority.The Tata Punch Adventure MT is easier to manage in tight city spaces and makes sense if you want to save Rs 1.2 lakh. However, the Brezza feels like a step up in cabin space, performance and overall usability. For a family car you intend to keep for many years, the extra money for the Brezza is worth spending.

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•4d

My monthly driving is around 500km, mostly in the city, and my budget is Rs 14 lakh. Which automatic car should I consider?

•1d

Considering your requirements and low monthly running costs, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza would be a good option. It gets a smooth powertrain comprising a 1.5-litre, 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated petrol engine mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox.The Brezza offers a spacious cabin and a good ride, and the ZXI trim fits your budget. Also, being a Maruti car, it should be affordable to maintain, with low service costs and a strong reliability record. The Brezza would be our top choice for you.

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•1w

Dear Autocar India team, I am planning to purchase my first family car with a budget of Rs 11 lakh and have already booked the Kia Sonet HTK+ variant. However, concerns raised on social media about the performance of its 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine have made me reconsider my decision. Since our monthly usage is relatively low and the car will primarily be used for occasional trips, would the Sonet HTK+ be a suitable choice for our requirements, or should I consider another model or an alternative powertrain within the Sonet range? I would appreciate your professional guidance in making the right decision. Thank you in advance for your assistance.

•12h

If your usage is primarily in the city, the 1.2-litre Kia Sonet will serve you just fine. It has a smooth, refined engine paired with a light clutch and gearbox, which makes it easy to drive in city traffic. Where it falls short is on the highway, where it may need a downshift to make an overtake.If you frequently travel on the highway with three or more passengers, you would be better off looking at a turbo-petrol version of the Sonet. Alternatively, consider something like the Maruti Suzuki Brezza or Hyundai Venue with a turbo-petrol engine. However, the trade-off for better performance from a turbo-petrol engine is lower fuel efficiency in the city.If you only plan on using the Sonet around town, stick with the naturally aspirated engine. But if highway performance is important, the turbo-petrol is a worthwhile upgrade.

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