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•2d

I have a 2010 Maruti Suzuki Wagon R model. My monthly running is around 400-450 km, mostly in city traffic. The car is primarily used for my daily office commute, which is 35 km one way. Out of this, around 8-10 km is bumper-to-bumper traffic. It currently returns a mileage of around 11-14 kpl. I am thinking of upgrading to a new car, and my budget is around Rs 12 lakh. Can you please suggest any car within this budget?

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•9m

We'd recommend waiting until the Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift is launched, and given your budget and usage, it is likely to remain one of the strongest options in your Rs 12 lakh budget.

With a monthly running of 400-450 km, mostly in city traffic, a petrol automatic is the most suitable choice. It will make your daily office commute, especially the 8-10 km of bumper-to-bumper traffic, much more comfortable than your current Maruti Suzuki Wagon R. Since the monthly running is relatively low, there is little financial advantage in opting for a diesel car or an EV.

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My budget is Rs. 12 lakh (on-road). I am looking for a 5-seater petrol or CNG car with a manual transmission, good ground clearance, and a city mileage of around 16kpl. My annual usage is around 18,000km, of which 15,000km will be in the city and 3,000km on the highway. I want a car that is hassle-free to maintain for the next 10 years and will be used for daily commuting with three people seated in the rear.

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We'd recommend waiting a little longer before buying. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift is expected to be launched within the next few days, and given your requirements, it's likely to remain one of the strongest contenders in this segment.With a budget of Rs. 12 lakh on road, annual running of 18,000km, predominantly city driving and a plan to keep the car for 10 years, the Maruti Suzuki car is an excellent fit. It offers good ground clearance, a spacious rear seat for three passengers, low maintenance costs and Maruti Suzuki's extensive service network. The facelift is also expected to bring feature upgrades, and even if you decide on the outgoing model, the launch could lead to attractive discounts.If you're not in a hurry, we'd wait for the facelift before making a booking. It will give you the opportunity to compare the updated model, revised variants and pricing before taking a final call.

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•2d

Which is the best family car under Rs 9-10 lakh? My priorities are good fuel efficiency, low maintenance costs, and a manual gearbox.

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•1d

For a family car under Rs 9-10 lakh with good mileage and low maintenance, wait for the upcoming Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift, which seems like the best fit. It is a simple, reliable and practical SUV with a proven naturally aspirated petrol engine, low running costs and Maruti's widespread service network. The Brezza also offers a spacious cabin, a comfortable ride and easy-to-drive manners, making it well suited for family use. The manual gearbox is easy to use, and the update is likely to feel more modern and feature-rich.You could also consider a Hyundai Venue 1.2 petrol, and even though its engine is smaller and less powerful than the above-mentioned Maruti car, it feels adequate for city use and is likely to deliver decent mileage and low maintenance costs.

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•1d

I own a 2014 Maruti Swift that has covered 2.35 lakh km. My daily commute is around 120km, 5-6 days a week, with 80% of the driving on highways. I'm planning to replace it by exchanging or selling it. My priorities for the new car are safety, comfort, good ride quality, and low running costs. I live in Davanagere (577005). I'm confused between buying an EV or a CNG car. I prefer CNG because I don't have to worry about charging. I'm considering the facelifted Maruti Brezza CNG, the Tata Nexon CNG, or any other suitable option. My budget is around Rs 10 lakh, including the value of my current car. What would you recommend?

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•1d

With a daily run of 120km and 80% highway driving, your priority should be low running costs, comfort and reliability. Given your budget of around Rs 10 lakh (including the exchange value of your Swift), the entry-level Maruti Brezza CNG seems like a sensible choice. It is a proven, reliable car with a comfortable ride, good suspension and low running costs.The upcoming Maruti Suzuki Brezza facelift will feature modern styling and a standard equipment list that will include most of the essentials. Maruti’s service network is also a big advantage.

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