I’m currently riding a 2013 Honda Trigger and planning to upgrade to a new bike, mainly for daily city commuting to the office. I want something with good suspension, decent mileage, and enough power to overtake and filter through traffic easily. I am also confused between the 150 cc segment and the 350 cc segment - some 350 cc bikes look great but seem to lack quick pickup in the city or require frequent gear shifts. Which segment and specific models would be best for my needs?

Autocar India

•23m

It's a shame that the Kia Syros isn't selling to its potential. The quirky styling and relatively high price have kept buyers away. However, if you are open to buying one, you should go ahead and get one. It's easily the most spacious compact SUV, quality levels are very impressive, and it's packed with tech and comfort features.Performance is decent for both the petrol and diesel engines. If anything, ride quality is on the firm side, so you will feel more of the surface imperfections than you'd like.

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Autocar India

•53m

Between the Hyundai Venue and the Kia Sonet, for long-term ownership, we would recommend you go for the new Venue.The Hyundai Venue was recently launched and is a much newer product, whereas the Sonet has been around for nearly six years and is expected to be replaced or significantly updated next year. Buying a car that is closer to the beginning of its lifecycle generally makes more sense if you plan to keep it for many years, because it will stay relevant.Another advantage the Venue has is rear seat space. The Kia Sonet has always been a bit cramped in the back, whereas the Venue offers better accommodation for rear passengers. If you often travel with family or friends, the extra space and comfort at the back will be noticeable over time.

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Autocar India

•13h

The Mahindra XEV 9S is, in many ways, is a clean and logical upgrade from your Maruti Suzuki Brezza diesel. For a family of five, the flexibility of three-row seating is genuinely useful, even if you don’t use the third row daily.As you rightly pointed out, the Pack Three variant of the Mahindra XEV 9S is very well equipped and, in fact, offers more features than the 9E Pack Three, like the co-passenger electric seat adjustment, rear ventilated seats and the added practicality of seven seats. Given that it’s also a couple of lakhs cheaper than the comparable Mahindra XEV 9e variant, from a pure value perspective, the 9S Pack Three does look more compelling.On the suspension, yes, the 9S is tuned on the softer side, but it's not a deal-breaker. You do feel a bit of vertical movement, especially at highway speeds over undulations, and that’s probably what you sensed during the test drive. However, in daily city use (which is the bulk of your 500), a softer setup at low speeds can actually work in your favour, better absorbing potholes and broken patches.Importantly, Mahindra has responded to feedback by introducing a ‘Custom’ drive mode, which lets you choose a sportier or stiffer suspension setting while keeping steering and power delivery in Comfort. That flexibility helps tailor the car to your preference.Since your usage is just around 500 km a month and mostly in the city, an electric car makes strong sense. Just ensure you have convenient home charging, that’s key to a stress-free EV ownership experience.

Mahindra XEV 9S

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Maruti Suzuki Brezza

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