Do the Maruti Grand Vitara Delta AT Mild Hybrid and the Hyundai Creta EX(O) IVT have the same mileage in their petrol variants? How do their maintenance costs compare, and which one is the better base automatic variant?

Autocar India

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The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara AT will prove to be more efficient, but the gap will not be all that large. Sure, the mild hybrid setup does help, assisting the engine and reducing load. But the bigger benefits come when the engine stop/start is also used. Engine stop/start automatically switches the engine off at long halts and restarts it when you are ready to move, in the interest of saving fuel.

Trouble is, the AC compressor also goes off with the engine, so on a hot day, you'd rather leave the feature turned off. Do note, engine stop/start is a feature you'd find on the Hyundai Creta IVT too.

The Grand Vitara should be more reasonable in terms of maintenance and service costs, though.

Strictly speaking, on product attributes, the Creta IVT is a superior package. It's got a smoother gearbox, better performance and is also roomier than the Grand Vitara. The Creta IVT in base EX(O) trim is pricier than the base Grand Vitara AT Delta, but would still be our pick if you don't mind the stretch.

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I am considering buying a used 2022 Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha Plus Strong Hybrid that has done around 66,000 km and is available for ₹16 lakh. The car will also require a tyre replacement. My expected running will be around 2,000 km per month, with 80% highway driving and 20% bumper-to-bumper city traffic.

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The top-spec Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Alpha Plus is well-equipped, and the extremely efficient hybrid powertrain will be ideal for your usage. The asking price of Rs 16 lakh for a 2022 model with 66,000km on the odometer is on the higher side. We would recommend you negotiate the price down to around Rs 14 lakh. Also, you need to factor in an additional Rs 30,000-40,000 (depending on the brand you opt for) for a new set of tyres. Since your usage is primarily on the highway, we'd advise you to replace the tyres immediately after taking delivery.

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Please suggest a good 5-seater NA petrol car with safety first, fuel efficiency, comfort, good handling and better ride quality.

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