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•3w

I want to buy a low-maintenance car for my father, who is 65 years old. My budget is around 15 lakh. His daily commute is around 30-40km, and he also visits our farm 7-8 times a month. Which car would you recommend?

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•3w

For your father, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza petrol automatic is the most sensible recommendation. At 65, ease of use, reliability and low maintenance are far more important than outright performance or flashy features. The Brezza’s naturally aspirated petrol engine is simple, proven and well-suited to a 30-40 km daily commute, while the automatic gearbox makes city driving effortless. Maruti’s service network is the best in the country, which means low running costs and peace of mind over the long term.

This Maruti Suzuki car also has enough ground clearance and a robust suspension setup to handle occasional farm visits without any fuss. It is not the most exciting car in the segment, but it is comfortable, easy to drive and built for hassle-free ownership. At Rs 15 lakh, it is one of the most dependable choices you can make for your father. Since the Brezza facelift is just around the corner, you can wait for that or try to get a good deal on the outgoing model. 

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•3w

@user_520g91ld After driving the Brezza, I felt excellent but it's not easy for old people

•3w

@user_520g91ld After driving the Brezza, I felt happy and ecstatic. I own the 2022 model Brezza. Trust me, just go for it.

•3w

@user_520g91ld Owning my Brezza has been one of the best decisions I've ever made. In 2024, my family and I embarked on an unforgettable 25-day road trip from Howrah, West Bengal, to the breathtaking landscapes of Leh–Ladakh. The highlight of our journey was reaching the legendary Umling La Pass, one of the world's highest motorable roads at nearly 20,000 feet above sea level. Throughout our incredible 7,000 km expedition, the Brezza performed flawlessly. From the plains to the challenging Himalayan terrain, it delivered exceptional reliability, comfort, and confidence without a single mechanical issue. Every mountain pass, winding road, and high-altitude challenge was handled with ease, allowing us to focus on creating lifelong memories together. We completed the entire journey and returned home safely, carrying with us countless unforgettable moments and immense gratitude for a vehicle that never let us down. This was more than just a road trip—it was an adventure of a lifetime, and my Brezza proved to be the perfect companion every mile of the way. I will always cherish this remarkable experience.

•2w

I am riding Skoda Kushaq 2023. 22.5 km/l is the highway average. 2 conditions for such beautiful mileage :- 1. XP 95 petrol by Indian Oil 2. 70 - 75 km on Cruise control

•2w

I am 64 and driving Ford aspire petrol from 2017. Excellent driving experience on highway, fast AC, no body sound except tyres noise with 16 to 17 km average on highway and 10 to 12 in city driving only issue is ground clearance and pick up of 2nd gear

•2w

Can Anyone suggest how to budget a car for given Salary with considering all the car costs

•2w

I am 63 year old which is best, comfort car for me?

•2w

@dilipsinhjhala.1 Creta, Grand Vitara and Honda city are very comfortable, reliable and smooth for daily driving

•2w

Maruti Wagon R small size in city area

•2w

Good recommendation 👍

•2w

Vinfast

•2w

I need a car to drive only on weekends for 30 to 40 kms with minimum budget. Please share EV and/or automatic options.

•2w

@user Tiago EV is a good option if you have convenient charging otherwise, Celerio and Renault Kwid are low cost automatic options you can choose from.

•2w

Is hundai i20 good for budget around 10 lakh?

•2w

I agree with this 👍

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•6h

Hi Autocar Team, I am planning to buy my first car and am confused between the Mahindra XUV 3XO RevX A MT Petrol and the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi+ Turbo MT Petrol. I feel the Brezza offers better value for money, more features, and is actually priced lower than the 3XO. At the same time, I understand that the Brezza offers better reliability, fuel efficiency, and long-term peace of mind. However, the 3XO feels more premium and, from what I have heard, offers a better ride quality. I plan to keep the car for 10 years or more, so long-term ownership is an important factor. Could you please suggest which of these two would be the better choice for my requirements?

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Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi+ turbo MT petrol. For a first car with a 10+ year ownership plan, the Brezza works well. Maruti’s service network, proven reliability and lower long-term maintenance costs make it a stress-free ownership proposition. The Brezza’s turbo petrol engine is also well-suited to Indian conditions, offering good drivability and efficiency without being overly complex. The Mahindra XUV 3XO RevX A MT petrol does make sense too, but we would lean towards it more if a peppy and lively drive feel is what you are after. Overall, the ride and handling balance is better with the 3XO, which has a good mix of city comfort and high-speed stability. The Brezza, however, leans towards the city with a much more pliant ride at low speeds. Thus for you keeping in mind a long ownership period, we would lean towards the Brezza.

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•5d

Brezza ZXI+ Petrol AT vs XUV 3XO AX5 Petrol AT. I’m super confused. I loved the peppy TCMPFI engine of the 3XO, but being in the Maruti family has made me used to reliability and smooth after-sales service. However, the higher taxes on the Brezza and the strong value-for-money proposition of the 3XO have left me stuck. Will the 3XO be as reliable as the Brezza for 8-10 years? I’m ignoring mileage for now, as the 3XO is already around Rs 2 lakh cheaper. My brain says Brezza, but my heart says 3XO.

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•7h

Go with the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 Petrol AT. The Brezza ZXI+ Petrol AT is a very sensible choice, but the 3XO is simply the better value proposition here. The 1.2 turbo petrol engine is genuinely peppy, the torque converter automatic is smooth, and the car feels more premium and better equipped for the money. The Brezza’s new Boosterjet engine brings down the price and offers the turbo punch you want, but it isn't available with an automatic. As such, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza 1.5 NA AT doesn't offer the same value for money as the 3XO.On reliability, the XUV 3XO is a proven product and Mahindra’s service network is strong. It may not have Maruti’s legendary reputation, but it is not a car you should be worried about owning for 8-10 years. The Brezza is the safer, more predictable choice, but the 3XO is the smarter buy here.

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•1d

Being a Maruti Suzuki customer for 15 years now and I am very much used to hassle free ownership considering Brezza ZXI+ Petrol AT NA engine compared to TCMPFI AT in 3XO or Nexon DCA (dropped due to DCA). However, considering upfront extra cost for Brezza coupled with smart hybrid replacement possibility and no spare wheel, I am simply unable to convince myself to go for Brezza top variant as I like 360 camera feature. With my congested traffic city driving around 500-800 km per month, will it be still worth to pay additional 2.30 lakh rupees compared to any car in segment, only for Maruti Suzuki brand especially when competition is offering so much more for such a lesser price than Brezza top variant. Lesser mileage costs also gets compensated for any turbo engine with lesser purchase cost than Brezza.

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•19h

You should definitely go for the Brezza ZXi+ AT if you are used to Maruti's hassle-free ownership experience and running costs as no other car in the segment comes close on that front. It is not more expensive than top variants of the Nexon or XUV 3XO, which in fact cost around Rs. 1 lakh more, on road, and instead it is one of the more reasonably priced cars in the segment, despite not qualifying for small-car tax benefits with the 1.5-litre engine. With the latest version, you get a few more features too, like ventilated seats and some driver assist features, but overall, it is not as well equipped as others in the segment. Despite having a larger engine and a torque-converter automatic gearbox, the Brezza AT is more fuel efficient than most other cars in the segment, especially the turbo-petrols, which drink a lot when you drive them eagerly. We would recommend checking the prices again on our website or with your local dealers, as all things considered, the Brezza does seem like the best deal for you.

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