Hi, I am planning to buy my first car. Previously, I used my family car, a Maruti Ciaz, for 10 years. I am looking for an automatic, fuel-efficient car with low maintenance. My driving is 70% in the city and 30% on the highway. My budget is around ₹15 lakh. For family comfort, could you please help me with this?

Autocar India

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Since you have been using a Maruti Suzuki Ciaz for the past 10 years, it is important to note that at a Rs 15 lakh budget, nothing will really feel like an upgrade in terms of space, especially for the rear seat.

Ideally, we would have recommended the Hyundai Verna, the HX6 IVT automatic variant, which has just been updated. It is a comfortable and spacious sedan and even the mid-spec variant comes with good features. The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine is refined, and the IVT transmission is silky smooth, making it ideal for your city commutes. However, it is about Rs 1.5 lakh above your stated budget, so you would need to stretch slightly.

If you want to stay strictly within your Rs 15 lakh budget, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza 1.5 naturally aspirated petrol automatic is a good option. The engine and transmission combination work well for city driving, and the car is spacious enough for four adults, making it comfortable for family use.

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