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Asked by: Vipin I own a Celerio ZXi O that I’ve used for six years and want to upgrade to an automatic petrol car. My maximum budget is ₹15 lakh and I prefer low service and maintenance costs. Please suggest options. Since you prefer a low service cost and an easy-on-the-pocket car, it would be better to stick to Maruti Suzuki as a brand. Maruti is renowned for low service and running costs and will offer peace of mind, just like the Maruti Celerio has. If you want a bigger car in particular, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is a good option to consider. It has a roomy cabin, a comfy ride, the automatic is convenient for the city, and the running costs are low, too. Also, it has a good boot space and holds its value well. The other, more compact option would be the Maruti Suzuki Fronx with a turbo-petrol engine and a 6-speed automatic gearbox. It isn't as big as the Brezza, but it is very nice to drive and quite practical too. Both cars in their top-spec variants will fit in your budget. Asked by: Advick I’m planning to buy my first car. I can drive but not confidently yet, and I’m in the defence forces so I drive only while on leave. Please suggest which car I should buy. I’m considering the Maruti Fronx Delta CNG, Hyundai Venue N, or Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder. If you have any other good options, please tell me. We'd suggest getting a compact car rather than a larger one, which will help you make a judgment easily. Also, since you are likely to drive the car infrequently, it is better to pick a petrol, rather than pay a premium for a corresponding CNG version. We'd suggest you shortlist the new Hyundai Venue 1.2-litre petrol and the Maruti Fronx/Toyota Taisor 1.2-litre petrol. All of these are smooth and user-friendly options. Between them, the Venue will feel more spacious, and its high seating and SUV-like driving position will make it a touch easier to drive than the Maruti/Toyota options. Asked by: Deepesh Hello, we are a family of five and want a sub-4-metre automatic SUV for occasional city use (~30%) and mostly highway trips. Annual driving will be under 1,500 km. We need a safe, comfortable car with a good ownership experience. We’re torn between diesel and petrol automatics and deciding between Hyundai Venue AT variants (HX5 Diesel AT, HX6 Petrol AT, Venue N Line N6 AT) and Mahindra 3XO variants (RevX A AT, AX5 AT). Please advise which is the better choice. Considering your needs, the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 in diesel-automatic guise will be a good option. While the Hyundai Venue is newer, the XUV has a more spacious rear seat and is better for five passengers. It also has a more comfortable ride, and the engine is refined, too. Yes, the AMT gearbox in the XUV will not be as smooth as the automatic in the Venue, but that is a small compromise in what is an otherwise compelling package. Asked by: Rohit Dhiman I currently own a 2016 Celerio CNG VXi and want to buy a new manual petrol or CNG car. I drive 1,000-1,200 km monthly, about 80% in the city, so good boot space is important - I prefer Maruti CNG models and don’t want a Tata. The car must have at least a 4-star safety rating, no sunroof, and a rear wiper/washer. My family dismissed the Tata and Skoda Kushaq but likes the Taigun Highline Plus, which is above our budget. Please suggest suitable options. Given your requirements, you should consider the Maruti Suzuki Victoris CNG. The Victoris' CNG tank is mounted under the car, so you don't lose out on boot space. It also gets all the features you want, and it has a 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP. Maruti Suzuki Victoris price (CNG) ranges from Rs 11.50 lakh to Rs 14.72 lakh (ex-showroom). Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts 
