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•19w

I want to buy a 160cc bike for my daily office commute of around 15 km each way, which includes bad roads and heavy city traffic. I am confused between the Hero Xtreme 160R 2V and the Bajaj Pulsar N160. My height is 178 cm, and I am 36 years old. My main priority is comfort and minimizing jerks from potholes to protect my back and spine. Please share your suggestions.

•12w

The good news here is that both the Hero Xtreme 160R 4V and Bajaj Pulsar N160 are comfortable machines and going for either of them will be a good move. Picking between the two will boil down to which one suits you better and which bike's sales & service reach is near to you. The Pulsar feels slightly more spacious than the Xtreme, especially in the seat to footpeg curve which could be something to watch out for on your test ride.

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•12w

Please go for electric one and save yourself from the hassle of petrol pumps, petrol expenses!!

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I'm 38 years old, with a monthly salary of Rs. 1.5 lakh, and this will be my first car. Among the Brezza, Fronx, XUV 3XO, Seltos, and Creta, which would be the most suitable for me? My average monthly running is around 2,000 km, mostly for daily commuting.

•15h

With a monthly running of 2,000 km and mostly daily commuting, the right fuel choice is crucial. At this usage, a diesel makes the most financial sense, and the Kia Seltos diesel is the best fit from your shortlist. This Kia car is a well-rounded SUV with a strong diesel engine, good refinement and a comfortable ride, making it ideal for long daily commutes. It also offers a premium cabin and a solid ownership experience, which is important for a first-time buyer.The Hyundai Creta diesel is a very close alternative with a similar mechanical package, but it will be replaced by an all-new Creta early next year, the Seltos also feels slightly more premium inside. The Mahindra XUV 3XO diesel is the value alternative, offering strong performance and a lower price point, but it is a smaller car overall. The Maruti Brezza and Fronx are both petrol-only, so they are not the right choice at this running. The Seltos diesel is the most suitable option for your usage and budget.

Hello, I'm considering buying a bike for my daily commute to work. My office is around 25 km away from my house, and the route is a mix of highway and city roads, with occasional patches of rough, pothole-ridden roads. I do not have much experience with geared bikes, as I have been riding gearless scooters for most of my life. My expectation from the bike is that it should offer better safety and ride comfort than the Suzuki Access I currently use. Other factors that matter to me are reliability and a strong after-sales service network. Would an ADV bike be a good consideration, or should I stick to a regular commuter due to my lack of riding experience?

•6d

Since this is your first motorcycle, sticking to a commuter machine will help you ease into the transition of riding a geared bike coming from a CVT scooter. We'd recommend options like the Honda Unicorn / SP160, TVS Apache RTR 160 4V and Bajaj Pulsar N160 to you, which will offer a big step up in comfort and performance from your Access, with little to no trade-off in efficiency. These are all lightweight, simple, easy to get along with sort of bikes and should suit your needs well. Take test rides of all before you make your decision.

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•17h

Hi all. I am looking to buy my first car (preferably SUV) under 15 lakh (on road). I am not looking for any fancy features like sunroof. Instead, I am looking for a car with reliable engine. My daily usage would be 20-30 km for office commute with 30% city driving. I am looking for an Automatic Transmission preferably. I am very confused in choosing a car for myself with so many cars available in this segment. Please help.

•12h

Go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic. It is the most sensible choice for your requirements. The Brezza is a proven, reliable product with a naturally aspirated petrol engine and a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox, which is smooth, durable and well suited to your daily commute. Maruti’s service network and low maintenance costs make it an easy car to own long term, and it is a comfortable, practical SUV with good ride quality and enough space for family use. It does not chase fancy features, but it gets the basics right and is one of the most dependable cars in the segment. If you want something a bit more premium, the Honda Elevate CVT is also a good option, but the Brezza is the more value-driven and ownership-friendly choice.

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•1w

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•2d

I am 35 years old and want to buy an automatic SUV. My budget is up to Rs. 13-14 lakh. My monthly average running is under 500km, with a mix of city and highway driving. Although it may increase occasionally so I want a reliable and value-for-money car below that budget. Please suggest.

•1d

With a budget of Rs 13-14 lakh, an automatic SUV and monthly running under 500km, the Mahindra XUV 3XO automatic is the recommendation. It offers a strong value-for-money proposition, a spacious cabin and a comfortable ride, making it well suited for both city and occasional highway use. The turbo petrol engine paired with the automatic gearbox delivers good performance without being overly complex. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic is the alternative if reliability and low running costs are the absolute priority, but the 3XO feels like the more complete package for your requirements.

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I want to buy an EV two-wheeler for my daughter after six months for local city usage in Chennai. She will turn 18 years old at that time. I have been using a Honda Unicorn for the past 10 years and am happy with it. I may also use the EV vehicle occasionally once I buy it. Can you suggest which EV vehicle or brand would be the best and most reliable? I have Ather, iQube, and Bajaj Chetak in mind, along with a few other EVs I have seen on the road but am not very familiar with. Or would you suggest going for a petrol vehicle instead? If an EV is not suitable, I am open to buying a petrol vehicle as well.

•6d

The options you have shortlisted in the EV space are a great place to start, and if you want a simple, no-nonsense EV, the TVS iQube is one of our top picks in the class. Depending on your daily use case, choose a variant with sufficient battery capacity, keeping some margin for spontaneity and emergencies. If you are still unsure about moving to an electric two-wheeler, in the ICE scooter space, options like the Honda Activa 110 / 125, TVS Jupiter 110 / 125 and Suzuki Access 125 are our top recommendations. These are easy to get on with, lightweight and frugal machines which are practical and reliable to own as well.

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