Hello Autocar India, I live in an agency area of Visakhapatnam district with hilly, poor roads, and the nearest showroom is 150 km away. My budget is ₹10–12 lakh (on-road). I will use the car for monthly long tours and weekly travel. I want a vehicle that handles bad roads and hills, requires minimal maintenance, and can last 8+ years. This will be my first car, please suggest suitable options.

Hi Mahesh, the Hyundai Venue and the Maruti Suzuki Brezza would be good options for you. 

Both these cars have good enough ground clearance and will be reliable enough in the long run. Both these cars also offer a good compact enough size for easy maneuverability and enough space inside. Furthermore, they are from brands which have a wide service network.

As you mentioned, this would be an issue for you, given that you live further out of the city. Thus, with the Hyundai or the Maruti in particular, you should find a service outlet closer to you, if not a full dealership.