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•8w

I am using a 2020 BS6 Ciaz Delta manual petrol, and the odometer currently reads 83,000km. We are a family of three and are looking to upgrade to a spacious 7-seater. While my sedan is in excellent condition with no major breakdowns or accidents, I am concerned about the build quality. We plan to travel more frequently by road, so a good automatic 7-seater with a strong crash-test rating and decent fuel efficiency would help. My budget is Rs 15 lakh. Please suggest.

•7w

At Rs. 15 lakh on-road, your options are limited for a safe, automatic, 7-seater. The Kia Carens Clavis is a solid choice for your needs. Although it does not have an official crash-test rating yet, the previous Carens received a 3-star safety rating, while the Clavis comes with a comprehensive safety package that includes six airbags as standard. To fit your budget, you could opt for the HTE (O) turbo-petrol manual, but if you want an automatic, you will need to stretch to the HTK Plus DCT, which will be close to Rs. 20 lakh on-road.

The Clavis is spacious, with a third row that can accommodate adults. The turbo-petrol engine has plenty of punch for highway driving, and the vehicle is not so large that it becomes cumbersome in the city.

If Rs. 15 lakh is a hard cap, go for the manual. If not, the automatic will make everyday driving that much easier.

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•7w

The honest math, the actual 5 star 7 seaters, Safari and XUV700, land at 18-22 lakh in automatic, so 15 just wont stretch there. Since you are a family of three, ask if you truly need 7 seats now. A 5 star 5 seater like the Tata Nexon or a Creta auto fits 15 lakh, keeps you safe, and you are not paying for a third row you rarely use. Buy the 7 seater only when the need is real.

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•1w

I have been using an i10 automatic for the last 13 years. Now, I need to change to a fully automatic small hatchback, nearly the same size as the i10. I don't like AMTs, as there is significant lag, and I also don't prefer torque-converter transmissions due to their fuel economy. Can you suggest a few alternatives?

•5h

If you are looking for a small hatchback with a proper automatic transmission and want to avoid AMTs, the Hyundai i20 CVT is the most straightforward recommendation. It uses a continuously variable transmission (CVT), which is smooth, refined and well suited to city driving. The car is a step up from your i10, while still being compact and easy to drive. Being a Hyundai, it also offers a familiar ownership experience.The Honda Amaze CVT is another strong option. This Honda car has a footprint similar to the i20's, but in a sedan body style. The key is to focus on cars with a CVT or a torque-converter automatic. Avoid AMTs and dual-clutch automatics if smoothness is your priority.

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•3d

I want to swap my Tata Harrier Diesel AT 2022 model, which has done 45,000 km, with a Jeep Compass Limited AT 2022 model, which has done 30,000 km. My driving is mostly in the city. Is it a wise decision? I am being told that the maintenance costs of the Compass are very high.

•6h

Your Tata Harrier is powered by the same 2.0 diesel engine as the Jeep Compass; however, while the Harrier gets a 6-speed torque converter, the Jeep uses a 9-speeder which isn't as responsive as the Tata's.Sure, the Compass is a more premium-feeling SUV with a better-finished cabin and a more compact footprint, which can be helpful in the city. However, it is not significantly more refined or easier to live with than the Harrier, and even spare and maintenance costs for the Compass are higher than average.Given that your Harrier is a 2022 model with 45,000 km, and the Compass is also a 2022 model with 30,000 km, the swap only makes sense if you are getting a very favourable financial deal. Otherwise, you are merely exchanging one diesel SUV for another.

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•1d

I am a lady driver and drive around 65 km every day on the expressway. Twice a month, I also drive in the city and traffic. I am currently driving a Celerio, but it is 9 years old, so I am looking for a change. My budget is Rs. 10-12 lakh.

•8h

For your usage, the Skoda Kylaq is a good upgrade. Your 65 km daily expressway run means you need a car that is stable at speed and comfortable over long distances. The Kylaq delivers that very well. At your budget, you could get a lower-spec automatic, which would make it easy to drive in city traffic, which matters for your twice-a-month urban runs. The automatic gearbox is a torque converter, so its shifts are very smooth and it is very reliable too. The only possible downside is that fuel efficiency is not going to be very high, and given your high daily running, this is something that might bother you. If so, opt for the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 1.2L, which is also good at higher speeds and would be more fuel efficient. The auto box in this case is an AMT, which would not be as smooth, but this would only be a bit of a bother in city traffic and not on steady highway cruising.

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•3d

Hey, We are planning to buy a sub-4-metre SUV, and our main requirement is good suspension for Bengaluru’s pothole-filled roads, especially as my wife is pregnant. We have shortlisted the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Mahindra XUV 3XO, and Tata Nexon. Which one would you recommend for our requirements? I was also considering a larger SUV like the Honda Elevate, but a well-equipped variant costs around Rs. 18 lakh on-road, which is beyond my budget. Could you suggest some good options in both categories? I can stretch my budget up to around Rs. 15 lakh on-road if required.

•1d

Given your priorities, the Mahindra XUV 3XO is the best fit. It has the most comfortable ride in the segment, with a suspension that deals with broken roads and potholes better than the Brezza or Nexon. The wide rear seat and good cabin space will also make a difference for your wife and family. The Brezza is the more reliable long-term ownership proposition, but its ride is not as plush as the 3XO. The Nexon is a good all-rounder, but the 3XO has the edge on ride comfort and rear seat space.On the Honda Elevate, it is a solid, reliable SUV with a comfortable ride, but at Rs 18 lakh on-road for the well-equipped variants, it is not worth stretching your budget for. The 3XO gives you a better ride and more features for less money.Overall, the 3XO is the best balance of ride comfort, space and value for your requirements. Go for the petrol automatic variant for the smoothest city driving experience.

I want to buy my first car, and I have a strict budget of Rs 10 lakh. I will not use the car on a daily basis; I will drive it occasionally, and I live in Kolkata.

•6d

For a car under 10 lakh budget and occasional use, the Maruti Suzuki Baleno makes sense. It is a genuinely spacious hatchback with a comfortable ride. It's easy to drive in the city and has a proven ownership record. The naturally aspirated petrol engine is smooth and reliable, and Maruti’s service network in Kolkata is excellent, which keeps long-term running costs low.For occasional use, you want a car that is easy to live with, dependable and does not demand much attention, and the Baleno fits that brief perfectly. It also offers a good balance of features and practicality within your budget.If you prefer a slightly higher seating position, the Maruti Suzuki Fronx is worth considering.

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•2d

I need to buy a new car. Please suggest one. My driving is 80% city use.

•18h

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