I’m looking for a petrol manual car under ₹10 lakh that delivers around 20 kmpl. It should be good for long rides and offer comfortable rear-seat space. Which car would you recommend?

Given your requirements, the Maruti Suzuki Dzire would be a good option for you. The compact sedan comes powered by an 82hp, 1.2-litre, naturally aspirated petrol engine, which, when paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox, is claimed to return 24.79kpl. The Dzire also has a comfy ride and a roomy rear seat, which will be ideal on longer journeys. Maruti Suzuki Dzire prices for manual transmission start at Rs 6.26 lakh and go up to Rs 8.86 lakh (ex-showroom, India).