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•19w

90% city driving and occasional highway driving. Looking for a compact SUV with good mileage. Budget is Rs 12 lakh. Do not need many features. Family of five. Good mileage is important.

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•18w
Since you are looking for a compact SUV with good mileage and a budget of Rs 12 lakh, we would recommend that you consider the Hyundai Venue.
The Hyundai Venue is a spacious compact SUV that can seat five people comfortably. It is also a very fuel-efficient car, as the 1.2 petrol-manual variant returns a claimed 18.05kpl. The Hyundai Venue 1.2 petrol manual is priced from Rs 8 lakh to Rs 10.70 lakh (ex-showroom).
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•18w

Budget of 30 lakhs, need a vehicle with mostly city driving and occasional highway driving

•18w

Hi, currently i am using SUV 700. Since i moved back from Delhi to Manjeri, Kerala, where parking is an issue in most of the town area, can you suggest a Sedan with good features and mileage. Even hatchback will also do, if we have some storage space. The range should be 7-10L maximum. Thank you

•18w

Mostly I travelling in city monthly 7000km I want CNG verient with automatic SUV Or Mini SUV.suggest me the best option.

•18w

CITY DRIVING & CNG THEN. BUY. (TATA PUNCH CNG AMT) (BUY A AMT VENUE. (CNG AFTERMARKET) (FOR MY OPINION IF YOUR USE IS WITH FAMILY & ALSO LIVE IN CITY LIKE NOIDA THEN PLEASE GO FOR XL6 CNG (DISCOUNT) OR CARENS CNG.........

•18w

Tell me about new punch CNG automatic .

•18w

GOOD CAR PROS--- BUILD QUALITY....... TECH.................... BUT (TATA SERVICE ISSUES) (LACK OF PETROL MILEAGE) (VERY UNDERPOWER ENGINE 3 CYL EVEN MORE IF DRIVEN IN CNG) NOT SUITABLE FOR SPEEDS ABOVE 150.... OR HIGHWAYS THOUGH IT CAN BE RELIABLE IF YOU DRIVE IT BETWEEN 50 TO 100 IN CNG OR ALMOST ALL TIME IN CNG IF SINGLE HAND DRIVEN WITH. BETTER CAR MAINTENANCE

•18w

If features are not your priority do check out for the Maruti Breeza. The 1.5 litre NA engine has much better driveability than that of 1.2 NA Kappa engine of Hyundai in case of Hyundai Venue. However if you pick the 1.0 litre turbo/1.5 litre diesel for the Venue then it's a different story but you have not mentioned your average monthly/annual usage,if your driving is on the lesser side with limited highway trips purchasing any diesel powered car is strictly not suggested. Beside the Breeza & Venue you can also check out the Fronx though it's a crossover and the Tata Nexon/Mahindra 3XO. In case you live in a Tier 1 city and there are outlets of Skoda & Citroen please avail a test drive of the Kylaq & C3 Turbo before making a final decision.

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•2d

Which car to buy under 15 lakhs? EV/CNG/Diesel/Petrol, and which model to go for?

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•1d

Get the Maruti Suzuki Fronx petrol. It fits under Rs. 15 lakh easily, is very easy to drive in the city, and gives good real-world mileage, so your running costs stay low without the fuss of CNG or charging. Maruti’s huge service network also keeps ownership simple for many years. The flip side is it isn’t very exciting to drive, and the rear isn’t the widest, but as a first, no-drama car, it just works.If your daily drive is mostly city and you have a private parking spot with power, an EV will save the most per km. Look at the Tata Tiago EV for the cheapest entry, or the Tata Punch EV for a more solid small SUV feel. If you do long highway trips or 1,000+ km a month, diesel makes sense - the Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 3XO diesels are the pick. If you only want rock-bottom fuel costs and don’t mind slower performance, CNG works - Maruti Wagon R CNG for city or Ertiga if you need 7 seats.

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•1w

I am planning to buy a new car for my wife with a budget of Rs 11-13 lakh and an occasional daily run of 20-30km. I have already booked the Hyundai Venue HX5 DCT, but I have come across mixed reviews regarding its fuel efficiency and high-speed stability. I own a Virtus GT as my primary car. Another option I am considering is the MG Windsor EV, although it would require an additional Rs 3 lakh. Please suggest which one I should buy.

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•1d

Go ahead with the Hyundai Venue DCT you’ve booked. For a 20-30km daily run and as the second car alongside your Virtus GT, it fits your Rs. 11-13 lakh budget, is compact and easy to park, and the automatic makes city driving simple for your wife.About those reviews: at typical highway speeds, the Venue feels settled enough. It will not match your Virtus’ rock-solid high-speed stability, but for the occasional fast run, it is perfectly fine. The one gripe is that the steering does not weigh up enough at highway speeds. Being a turbo-petrol, it is also quite sensitive to driving style, so expect city fuel efficiency to be in the 10-12kpl range.If you are looking for an alternative, consider the Skoda Kylaq. It feels more planted than the Venue on the highway, and its torque-converter automatic shifts more smoothly. However, the rear seat is not as spacious.Overall, for your usage, the Venue DCT remains a sensible choice.

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•2d

Hi, Need some advice on my next car. Planning to buy either Sonet or Venue automatic. Daily usage is 75 kms overall for 5 days a week.(85% highway) So, what is suggested, petrol or diesel? EV is not considered

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•1d

Pick the Hyundai Venue diesel automatic. With 85% highway and roughly 19,000 km a year, diesel will cut your fuel bills, and its strong mid-range makes cruising and overtaking easy. Also, between the two, the Venue is the fresher car and more up to date. The petrol automatics of both the Venue and Sonet are smooth in town, but with your kind of running, they will cost more to run. Your heavy highway use is also good for a diesel’s exhaust filter, so clogging is unlikely.One thing to bear in mind: the diesel costs more upfront and is a little noisier, and if you live in the NCR, it is limited to a 10-year registration. If none of that is a concern, the Venue diesel automatic fits your use best.

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I am looking for a diesel automatic car for long-distance driving. My daily running is around 230 km, so I need something with good highway stability, reliability, and a proven track record. Kindly suggest which car would be the best fit for my requirements.

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With a daily running of around 230km, a diesel automatic makes perfect sense and will be the most cost-effective option in the long run.Our recommendation would be the Kia Seltos Diesel Automatic. The 1.5-litre diesel engine is refined, fuel-efficient and well proven, while the automatic gearbox is smooth and easy to live with. It is also stable at highway speeds, comfortable over long distances and has built up a strong reliability record over the years. Given the distances you cover, the diesel's efficiency advantage will quickly offset its higher purchase price.Another option worth considering is the Tata Sierra Diesel Automatic. It offers more space and road presence and should be an excellent long-distance cruiser. However, the Seltos' powertrain is more proven, and it remains the safer recommendation today.

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•4d

I am very confused about buying my first car because of the petrol fiasco. I am leaning towards diesel. I'll have a monthly 600km trip. Plus city driving of 400km a month. The budget is around 13-14 lakh. Which automatic would be the best

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•5d

I have been using a Hyundai Creta Diesel since 2017 and have driven it for almost 2 lakh km. I am now planning to upgrade my vehicle. Would the Mahindra XUV 7X0 base diesel variant be a good choice for my requirements?

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Yes, the XUV 7XO base diesel is a solid upgrade from your 2017 Creta if you do long highway runs. The 2.2 diesel pulls stronger, sits at cruise with less effort, and the bigger, heavier Mahindra car feels more settled at speed and over broken roads. You also get a roomier cabin and boot, which helps on long trips with family and luggage.Be ready for a few compromises. It is a big SUV, so parking in tight city spots takes getting used to, and the diesel manual’s clutch can feel heavier than your Creta’s in traffic. Expect slightly lower kpl than your old 1.6 diesel.Overall, the XUV 7XO AX is a strong choice.

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Posted on: 12 Feb 2026