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•10w

I want to buy the Honda Amaze CVT. I live in a lower-tier city with moderate traffic. My driving will include city commutes mostly during weekdays, and some highway stretches during weekends. Which variant of Honda Amaze CVT should I get, VX or ZX? Can the adaptive cruise control on the ZX CVT be switched to normal (non-adaptive) cruise control mode? If not, will the ADAS and adaptive cruise control work during night time and in low-visibility areas? Please suggest if there is any other car option in this price range of under Rs 12 lakh (on-road) in the automatic segment.

•10w

We would suggest the Honda Amaze VX CVT as the sweet spot, not the ZX, unless you are comfortable spending nearly Rs 1 lakh extra for a few cosmetic additions and the Level 1 ADAS package. This Honda car has real strengths: its smooth CVT, Honda’s long-term reliability, comfortable ride and easy ownership experience, and you get all of that in the VX without needing to stretch to the top trim.

On the ADAS front, the Amaze uses a camera-based Level 1 Honda Sensing system. That means the adaptive cruise control cannot be switched into a conventional non-adaptive cruise mode. It will work at night, but because it relies on a camera, its effectiveness depends heavily on visibility, clear lane markings and overall road conditions. In fog, heavy rain, glare or on poorly marked roads, performance can be reduced. So we would see it as a useful convenience feature rather than a compelling enough reason on its own to choose the ZX. The Honda Amaze price starts at Rs 7.51 lakh (ex-showroom).

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Is Honda Amaze CVT affordable to maintain? Does the maintenance in lower tier cities differ from bigger metro cities? Does Honda have spare parts availability in lower tier cities? Does the CVT return better mileage than the manual version?

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•4h

Hi Autocar Team, I am currently using a 2005 Maruti Zen and am planning to upgrade. My primary choice was the Hyundai Venue HX5 DCT, but my children told me that since it has a turbo-petrol engine with a DCT gearbox, it may develop issues after some time. So, I started considering a 1.2-litre four-cylinder automatic with good safety and essential features. Is there any problem with the Venue DCT? Should I instead choose a 1.2-litre four-cylinder automatic, and what options do I have?

•4m

Sadly, Hyundai doesn't offer an automatic gearbox with the 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine in the Venue. The 1.0 Turbo Petrol DCT is a good powertrain overall - powerful yet efficient if driven carefully. However, with the combination of turbo lag and hesitation from the gearbox at low speeds, the experience is not smooth, and this can have an impact on both mileage as well as wear-and-tear over time. Thus, if your usage is primarily in the city, this powertrain might not be the one for you. If you want a smooth and efficient petrol automatic car in your budget, consider the Honda Amaze CVT, which isn't an SUV, but offers good space and comfort in an efficient, reliable package. Alternatively, while Hyundai doesn't offer the 1.2 petrol with a CVT in the Venue, it is offered in the i20, which is not quite as spacious, but works as a family car. Finally, if you want the best all-rounder, consider the Maruti Suzuki Brezza 1.5 petrol AT - it is smooth, efficient, powerful and spacious, and while perhaps not as high-tech as the Hyundai car, is a better overall package for your needs.

I am a retired defence person, 63 years old, seeking to replace my Swift Dzire with something a little more premium, preferably an automatic, within a maximum budget of Rs 13-14 lakh. Please suggest a suitable vehicle.

•6h

Given your requirements, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic is the most sensible recommendation. It is a step up from your Swift Dzire in terms of comfort and space while still remaining easy to drive and live with. The automatic gearbox on this Maruti Suzuki car is an AMT, so not as smooth as a torque converter gearbox that you would find in the Skoda Kylaq; however, driven at a sedate pace, it does ok. Maruti’s service network and low maintenance costs are also a big advantage for long-term ownership.If you want to stick with a sedan, the Honda Amaze CVT is also worth considering. It is a very comfortable and refined sedan with a smooth CVT gearbox and Honda’s reputation for reliability. However, the Brezza’s higher ground clearance and more commanding driving position make it the more practical choice overall.

I’m planning to buy a new car for casual use with a budget of under Rs. 11 lakh. It will primarily be used for city driving, including daily office commutes and occasional weekend trips, with an expected monthly running of around 300 to 400km. My priorities are reliability, low maintenance costs, good fuel efficiency, and a car that is hassle-free to own over the long term. I’m currently confused between the Maruti Suzuki Dzire, Swift, Honda Amaze, New Brezza, and Fronx. I don’t specifically need a turbo-petrol engine, although I’m open to considering one if it offers good features. I would prefer a manual gearbox, but I’m also willing to consider an automatic or AMT if it delivers good mileage in city driving. The Dzire has caught my attention, but I’m slightly hesitant because of its three-cylinder engine. Please clear my confusion.

•1d

For your usage, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire is actually the most sensible choice. Your running is low, your usage is mostly city with occasional weekend trips, and you want reliability, low maintenance, and fuel efficiency. The Dzire is built exactly for this brief. The 1.2-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine is smooth enough in everyday use, and the car is light, easy to drive and very efficient in the city. Concerns about the three-cylinder engine are largely overstated. Modern 3-cylinder engines are well balanced and refined at city speeds, and the Dzire is tuned for efficiency and reliability rather than outright performance. In our real-world testing, the Dzire has managed 14.5kpl in the city and 20kpl on the highway. The Maruti Suzuki Swift is essentially the same mechanical package in a hatchback body, so the decision there is simply whether a hatchback or a sedan better suits your needs. The Honda Amaze is a good alternative if you specifically want an automatic. If the Honda Amaze price fits your budget, it gets a CVT, which is much smoother compared to the AMT on the Dzire, but it's not as fuel efficient. In our standard test cycle, the CVT Amaze mileage is 9.94kpl in the city cycle and 16.62kpl on the highway loop. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Fronx are both good cars, but they will not be as efficient in the city as the Dzire.Go for the Dzire manual and do not worry about the 3-cylinder engine – it is a well-proven, efficient and reliable package.

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•6d

I currently own a Skoda Kushaq Petrol AT. Everything is fine except the mileage. I am getting only around 10-13kpl with E20 petrol. My daily running is around 100 km. Should I buy a diesel car or an electric car?

•6d

With a daily running of around 100 km, fuel efficiency becomes a major factor in ownership costs. The Skoda Kushaq petrol automatic is a good car, but the 10-13kpl you are seeing is typical for a turbo petrol automatic, especially with E20 petrol. At this usage, a diesel or a strong hybrid makes far more sense.If you do regular highway runs, a diesel is still the most practical and cost-effective solution. The Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel automatic would be the recommendation here. It is a strong highway car, comfortable, spacious and the diesel engine will deliver significantly better fuel efficiency than your Kushaq. Diesel running costs will be far lower over your kind of mileage. If that is out of your budget, something smaller like a Kia Seltos diesel, while not as powerful, is even more efficient.If your usage is mostly city a strong hybrid could be a better solution. The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is the most practical and cost-effective option. It is well priced, has a proven track record and will dramatically reduce your running costs. The strong hybrid is better suited to the city, where it is more likely to run on its electric motor than use the engine and deliver the better mileage.

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•4d

I’m planning to buy an EV with a budget of Rs. 19 - 20 lakh. My heart says the Tata Sierra EV Pure 63, but my mind says the Kia Syros top variant because of features like ventilated seats. Kindly suggest which one would be the better choice.

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The choice really comes down to your usage and what you value in the car. If you need more space for both passengers and luggage and have a few long drives that you would undertake, then opt for the Tata Sierra. It is a much larger car and has a very spacious interior. The ride quality is also very good over both bad city roads as well as high highway speeds. If, however, your usage is mainly going to be within the city, then the Kia Syros is the better buy. Its compact footprint will be much easier to manage while driving congested streets, and finding parking would be easier. You would also enjoy the top variant of Kia car and its features.

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•1w

I am looking for a spacious car for three people, with a naturally aspirated engine, automatic gearbox, and good mileage in both city and highway driving. I have shortlisted the Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Honda Amaze. My budget is Rs 10-15 lakh. Please suggest.

•6d

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic. It is the better fit for your requirements. You want a naturally aspirated petrol engine, good mileage in both city and highway driving, and a spacious car for three people. The Brezza delivers on all those points. The 1.5-litre petrol engine of this Maruti Suzuki car is smooth and reliable, and the 6-speed torque converter automatic is well suited to Indian driving conditions. It is also a more spacious car than the Honda Amaze, with a wider cabin and better rear seat comfort for three people. The higher seating position and SUV stance also make it easier to drive in the city and over bad roads.The Amaze is a good car, but it is a compact sedan and does not offer the same level of space or practicality. The Brezza is the more complete package for your needs.The Maruti Suzuki Brezza price can vary between Rs. 7.39 lakh (ex-showroom) and goes up to Rs. 11.15 lakh (ex-showroom), depending on the variant you choose.The Honda Amaze price starts at Rs. 7.9 lakh (ex-showroom) and extends up to Rs. 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom), depending on the variant.

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