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I'm considering buying a second family car. My priorities are a comfortable 5-seater, high ground clearance and a smooth driving experience, with a budget of under 10 lakh. Which is the better choice among the Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Skoda Kushaq?

•3w

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. It is the most sensible choice for a second family car under Rs 10 lakh. It offers a comfortable 5-seat layout, good ground clearance and a smooth, fuss-free driving experience. The naturally aspirated petrol engine of this Maruti Suzuki car is refined and easy to live with. Plus, Maruti’s service network and low running costs make it a very easy car to own long-term. The rear seat is comfortable for family use, and the ride quality is well-suited to bad Indian city roads.

The Kia Sonet and Tata Nexon are both good cars, but the Sonet’s rear seat is spacious, and the Nexon’s would also feel tight for a family of five. The Kushaq is spacious but is a more driver-focused car. The Skoda Kushaq mileage ranges from 18.72 kpl to 19.66 kpl, depending on the chosen powertrain option. It would also go well above the Rs 10 lakh mark for even the base version.

The Brezza is not the most exciting car in the segment, and there is an updated one arriving in just a few weeks.

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•3w

@kkmog Go for Brezza

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@kkmog Go for Brezza

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@kkmog Go for Nexon

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Using Brezza since 5 years wanted to upgrade the vehicle in. Ext 2 months and budget is around 18L. Suggest model with IMT or IVT with push button start.

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