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Asked by: Mayank We currently own a Mahindra XUV 300, which we bought in May 2019, and earlier had a Maruti Swift for 10 years. Our family size is increasing, so we want to upgrade to a more superior car, preferably a 6- or 7-seater. We live in a small town and use the car locally and for 3-4 trips per month to nearby cities, mostly within a 300 km range. We want a car with good boot space, low maintenance, luxurious interiors, and strong social prestige/optics. We are a business family with a budget within ₹40 lakh. Please suggest. The Toyota Innova HyCross is the ideal pick for you. Its large size not only lends it great road presence but also gives a very spacious interior. There's genuinely usable space in the third row, and luggage space is decent with all rows up. Also, you can fold the third row to make more room, and second row comfort is very impressive. Versions with captain's chairs in the middle row go the distance with powered seat adjust and adjustable legrests. We'd recommend you opt for the strong hybrid in ZX(O) trim that gets you good economy and all the features. Asked by: Shrikanth Bhat Please advise me on choosing the best petrol automatic car within a ₹13-14 lakh on-road budget in Bangalore for a family of four. My driving is evenly split between city and highway use. I have shortlisted the Maruti Brezza AT, Skoda Kylaq or Mahindra XUV 3XO AT, and Hyundai Venue DCT. While the Brezza seems practical, I am concerned about its driving engagement. The Kylaq and 3XO raise doubts around mileage and long-term reliability, and the Venue DCT makes me unsure about gearbox reliability and turbo efficiency in Bangalore traffic. Is the Brezza’s driving experience truly disappointing for someone who enjoys driving? All the models you have shortlisted have their highlights and weaknesses. The Maruti Suzuki Brezza is a well-rounded vehicle that excels in space and comfort. Maruti's service network is a huge plus in its own right. However, as you rightly identified, the Brezza is not exciting to drive. This Maruti Suzuki car's performance is fine in city driving conditions, and it will cruise comfortably on the highway. But the engine lacks punch in case that's important to you. If strong performance and good handling are requirements, the Skoda Kylaq and Mahindra XUV 3XO are the ones to be most interested in. Both models are good to drive, but fuel economy could be a concern in bumper-to-bumper city driving. We feel you will find a good balance in the Hyundai Venue 1.0 Turbo DCT. The engine is strong enough, and the gearshifts are also nice and quick. DCTs do tend to fumble at low speeds and aren't as smooth as torque converter autos. Although, it's not really an issue and surely not to the extent of avoiding the gearbox type altogether. Fuel economy should also be better than what you'd get with a torque converter. The new Venue is also quite a wholesome package. The cabin is quite spacious, and the material quality is impressive. Asked by: Nishant I have always loved the driving dynamics and comfort of sedans and want to buy a new one with a budget of around ₹20 lakh. In India, there are very few sedan options that offer both ADAS and a 360-degree camera. Should I consider an SUV instead? If yes, which one? If you are looking for a sedan, the Hyundai Verna is a good option. It is spacious, comfortable, and has a good ride quality. The 160hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine is punchy, and it comes with Level 2 ADAS features. However, it does not have a 360-degree parking camera.If you are open to an SUV, the Hyundai Creta Turbo-DCT would be a good option. It has the same powertrain as the Verna but comes with the added practicality of an SUV, and it also gets a 360-degree camera and ADAS features. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts 
