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•6w

For ladies, which car is best for 70km daily running? Petrol or CNG with automatic transmission? Please suggest which car to buy.

•5w

Since your running is a fair bit, consider the Tata Tiago iCNG AMT. It is a compact, well-equipped and easy-to-drive car, which is economical and also comes with the convenience of clutch-free driving. The only downside is that you will have to be prepared to wait in long queues at CNG filling stations.

But if you want a hassle-free, smooth and efficient petrol-automatic compact hatchback, we'd strongly recommend the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios. It is reliable and easy-to-drive, and is also backed by Hyundai's widespread support network.

Both these cars should fall within your Rs 5-10 lakh budget.

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•5w•

@sheetal.1 Go for Tiago because

•5w•

@sheetal.1 Go for Grand i10 Nios because of hyundai reliability

•5w•

@sheetal.1 Go for Tiago CNG because it has better ground clearance and power figures over the i10Nios. In case you don't have petrol you can start car on CNG also. Better stance and features package over Nios. It is a fresh car over the Nios. You can go with the EV option also to avoid long queues. It has more than enough range for daily usage. Plugin the car while going to sleep and can get car Fully charged when you wake up.

•5w•

I need to buy a new car my average running per month is approximately 2500 kms my budget is 8 to 10 lakhs

•5w•

@user_qw631kr9 punch ev. Ev helps reduce operating costs significantly when compared to ice cars With longer running like in your case. Roi is few years only

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•11h

For someone planning to keep the car for a really long time, does a hybrid actually make more sense than a regular petrol? Not talking about just mileage, but curious about maintenance, battery life and resale as well.

•3d

Help me choose the right car for my usage. Please be practical and challenge my assumptions. My situation: I am 31 and work as a software developer. I currently work from home in Balsane, Dhule, but I am moving to Mumbai around March. My wife and I are expecting a baby in February. My parents live in a village where local transport is poor. My Mumbai office is near Powai, but parking is difficult. I prefer a manual car. Usage: My current running is around 10,000 km per year, but it may increase. I travel between Mumbai and Balsane, which is around 400 km one way, around 5-7 times a year, along with Dhule/Sakri and local trips. I also drive around Mumbai on weekends. The AC is usually on, and on long trips, the car will have my wife, baby, and luggage. Budget: Rs. 6-9 lakh on-road. I am willing to spend more only if it is genuinely worth it. Shortlist: - Tiago XE Petrol - Punch Pure+/Smart Petrol - Punch Pure+/Smart CNG - Brezza LXi turbo-petrol Please tell me: 1. Which one should I buy and why? 2. Petrol vs CNG for my usage? The CNG premium is around Rs. 1 lakh, and the nearby village pump may open around Diwali, but this is not guaranteed. 3. What real-world mileage can I expect with the AC on? 4. Please consider loan interest, fuel costs, maintenance, depreciation, and resale value. 5. Is the Brezza worth the extra money? 6. Give me one final choice and tell me what I should avoid.

•3d

The Brezza LXI Turbo is far superior to the Punch and Tiago as far as smoothness, performance, and cabin space are concerned. It is also backed by Maruti's widespread support network, and the ownership experience is likely to be fuss-free. The on-road cost of the Brezza LXI will fall within your Rs 9 lakh budget, and even though you might miss a few features, it still feels worth opting for. Alternatively, you could also consider the Maruti Dzire VXI MT for its large boot, comfy ride and strong fuel efficiency.

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•6d

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•5d

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•3d

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