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Biswajeet Achary

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I am 65 years old and will be superannuating from service soon. My current car is chauffeur-driven. I am now looking for a comfortable automatic car for city use that I can drive myself, with occasional long trips of up to 300 km. My budget is ₹8 lakh on-road. Please suggest suitable options.

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There are quite a few automatic options within your budget. However, we'd narrow the list down to models with high seating, which are more convenient to get into and out of. The Maruti Suzuki Wagon R would be the first model we'd recommend for you. Its high seating, excellent visibility and airy cabin are aspects you will appreciate. This Maruti car is easy to drive, and the brand’s hassle-free ownership is a plus in its own right. Opt for the AMT gearbox with the more powerful 1.2-litre petrol engine.
Within the Maruti line-up, you could also look at the Ignis AMT, though ride comfort is a bit harsh. Other alternatives with high seating include the Nissan Magnite AMT, Renault Kiger AMT and Tata Punch AMT.
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Harsh

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I have a daily running of 50-60+ km in Delhi NCR traffic. I am planning to buy the Tata Punch CNG automatic, as an automatic will be easier for bumper-to-bumper daily traffic, and once every few months, I travel on the highway for long trips. Please suggest.

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The Tata Punch CNG automatic is a good choice for your needs. Since your running is high, the CNG option will help you save on fuel costs, and the automatic gearbox will be convenient while driving in traffic.This Tata car is also spacious and comfortable, and it features a twin-cylinder setup for the CNG that's placed under the boot floor, so you don't compromise on boot space either. Despite this, it still gets a underbody mounted spare tyre, all of which will serve you well on your highway trips too.Tata Punch CNG automatic prices range from Rs 8.54 lakh to Rs 10.54 lakh (ex-showroom).

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Posted on: 2 Jan 2026