Buyers are preferring SUVs over sedans from the last few years, but still few sedans like City are sold in high numbers. Why do you guys think this is happening?

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•1d

Please suggest an automatic car for 80% city use and 20% highway driving for an average monthly running between 1200 to 1500 km. I am looking for a car that delivers good performance, decent mileage and is safety under an approximate budget of Rs. 12 lakh. Also, are EV safe? Do EVs have any electromagnetic fields that can cause headaches during long drives. Please advise.

•14h

The Kylaq AT would be our first recommendation if you prefer a petrol automatic. Its 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine produces 115hp and 178Nm, offering good performance for both city driving and occasional highway trips. The six-speed torque converter automatic is smooth and well suited to stop-start traffic. It also has a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. The drawback is that fuel efficiency in heavy traffic is not particularly impressive.If you are open to an EV, consider the Tata Punch EV 40kWh. It is quick, easy to drive in traffic and significantly cheaper to run. It is also worth addressing your concern about electromagnetic fields. EVs do generate electromagnetic fields from their motors, batteries and power electronics, but measurements inside EV cabins have generally been well below international public exposure limits. There is currently no established scientific evidence that these fields cause headaches or other health problems. The World Health Organization also states that evidence linking low-level EMF exposure to headaches is weak. So, there is no specific health reason to avoid the Punch EV on this account. The Punch EV also offers a comfortable city driving experience and low running costs. However, you should ideally have home charging, and occasional highway journeys will require some charging-stop planning.

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•1w

Hi, I’m planning to buy a Mahindra Thar Roxx, but I’ve seen recent spy shots of a facelift doing the rounds, showing DaVinci suspension and new alloy wheels. When will the facelift be launched?

•17h

Yes, the Mahindra Thar Roxx will get the DaVinci suspension, but the exact timeline is unclear at the moment. If you can wait though, the DaVinci dampers should make a noticeable improvement to the ride quality.

•19h

I don't try to sound like a purist. I mean a machine should be treated as a machine, not a driver. It is said science is a good servant but bad master. If a machine does the work of the driver, i ask what will the driver do then. It will wipe out real drivers if all depend on advanced features. A car should be a car, not a smartphone. I am totally against all the fancy features in a car. Except for having some necessary features, fancy specifications are hardly used. Yes, Adas features also cost more and make humans over dependent on machine and there lies the danger in case any glitch appears.

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•2d

I’m a first-time car buyer and I’m confused between the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Delta (Rs 12.7 lakh on-road), the Brezza VXi automatic (Rs 11.4 lakh) and the Brezza ZXi manual (Rs 11.5 lakh). I’m not sure how much of my driving will be in the city and how much on the highway. If I choose the automatic, I’ll miss out on many features that come with the Brezza ZXi and the Grand Vitara Delta. Is it okay to give up those features and choose the VXi automatic?

•1d

It is a tricky choice, but we would lean towards the Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi automatic. In today's increasingly congested traffic conditions, the convenience of an automatic transmission is something you will appreciate every day. The additional features on the Brezza ZXi manual or Grand Vitara Delta may seem attractive initially, but over the years, the ease of driving an automatic is likely to matter more.The Brezza VXi AT is not poorly equipped either. It gets a touchscreen infotainment system, automatic climate control, six airbags, ESP and hill-hold assist. You will miss out on features such as cruise control, a rear parking camera and a sunroof, but some convenience features can be added later through accessories.

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•2d

Hi team, I’m confused between the Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi AT and ZXi MT. Both are within my budget and cost the same through the CSD (Canteen Stores Department). I drive around 700-1,000 km a month, mostly in the hills and on highways, with very little city driving. Which one should I choose?

•2d

Given your usage, we would recommend the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi manual over the VXi automatic. The 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine is smooth, but it isn't particularly peppy. The six-speed manual makes better use of the engine's performance and gives you greater control on hilly roads, particularly when climbing or overtaking on steep gradients. The torque converter automatic is more convenient in city traffic and relaxed highway cruising, but the manual is better suited to your predominantly hilly usage.There is another option worth considering: the Brezza Turbo ZXi manual. Its 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine produces 110hp and 170Nm, offering stronger mid-range performance and better flexibility on climbs and highway overtakes. Its low-speed response and clutch operation are also quite manageable. We would suggest test-driving both manual versions, but the Turbo would be our pick if performance is a priority.

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•4d

What are Mahindra’s plans for an ICE SUV positioned above the XUV 7XO? Specifically, does Mahindra plan to launch any ICE SUVs in the Rs 30-40 lakh bracket?

•3d

Mahindra has not yet confirmed an all-new ICE SUV positioned above the XUV 7XO in the Rs 30-40 lakh bracket. However, there are some interesting developments on its future product roadmap. The company has outlined plans for 10 new ICE models by 2031, including nine new nameplates, with several expected to use its upcoming NU_IQ platform. The Vision X and Vision SXT concepts are among the products to watch, although their final positioning and specifications are yet to be revealed. A more immediate development is the possibility of a strong-hybrid version of the XUV 7XO, which Mahindra is evaluating and could introduce around 2027. This would potentially sit above the current petrol and diesel variants, offering better fuel efficiency and a more sophisticated powertrain. Mahindra is also working on a coupe-styled hybrid SUV, internally codenamed W623, which could arrive around 2028, although its positioning is not yet clear.

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