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•1dI want to buy a new car for my grandparents, which will mostly be driven by a driver (they will mostly use the backseat). They currently use a Honda City. The running is around 300km per month, only in the city. I would not want a car that is high, since it will be difficult for them to get in, but still a good car that I can use for my business meetings when I am in town (2-3 days a month). Do not want another Honda City, as it seems boring to me now. I don't need ADAS, it's not meant for Indian roads yet. Please suggest a good car in a similar budget to the Honda City (let's say around 20 lakh).
Autocar India
If you want something that is comfortable for your grandparents in the rear seat and also fun to drive when you take the wheel, we would suggest considering the Volkswagen Virtus.
The Virtus sits at a comfortable height, not too low and not too tall, which makes it easy to get in and out of, especially for elderly passengers. The rear seats are well-contoured and supportive for two people, so your grandparents will be comfortable when they are being driven around. The ride quality is also comfortable, which suits city usage well.
At the same time, this Volkswagen car is also very engaging to drive. If you can stretch your budget a bit, the 1.5-litre TSI engine is smoother, more powerful and great fun behind the wheel. The 1.0-litre engine is also good and has enough performance if you want to stay within budget.
You can also look at the Skoda Slavia, which is essentially the same car with some cosmetic differences, in case you prefer Skoda.
One thing to keep in mind is that both these cars are expected to get an update soon, which could mean good deals on the current models if you are not looking to wait.
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Posted on: 20 Mar 2026
