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Asked by: RP Hi, I am looking at buying a new car in the coming year. My budget is up to Rs 15 lakh. My current car is a 15-year-old Alto. I am interested in an SUV for Bangalore (notoriously bad traffic and roads). I expect about a 100 to 150 km commute every week for office use, and I may occasionally drive on highways (short distances and not full-blown road trips). My key considerations are safety and reliability, as I have a 1-year-old child. Since you are accustomed to the reliability that Maruti Suzuki offers, it's best that you stick with a Maruti SUV for your next purchase. Given your budget and requirements, your best bet is the Maruti Suzuki Brezza, the ZXi+ AT variant, which is a fully loaded spec well within your budget.The compact SUV is spacious and comfortable for a family, while compact enough to tackle Bengaluru traffic, with a smooth 6-speed torque converter automatic to give your left foot a break. It's also potent enough and stable for use on short highway drives.Alternatively, you could choose the more compact Maruti Fronx, which comes with a punchier 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, but it isn't quite as spacious or SUV-like as the Brezza, in case that is a higher priority. Asked by: Pramod Yadav I want to buy a new car. I have shortlisted three cars: Maruti Ertiga, Mahindra XUV 3XO, and Tata Sierra. I want a petrol model with a manual gearbox, good mileage, good safety features, and the ability to handle both local and occasional long drives. Please advise. All three cars listed are very different - the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is a no-nonsense seven-seater MPV; the XUV3XO is a turbo-petrol compact SUV with excellent ride and handling balance; and the Tata Sierra is a mid-size SUV which is likely to offer the most space and feel the most premium of the lot.You don't seem to have a definitive requirement for a seven-seater since two out of the three cars you've listed can only seat five; the only reason to consider an Ertiga is for its fuel efficiency.If that is something you can overlook, we'd recommend you shortlist the Mahindra XUV 3XO and Sierra. Out of these, even though the Mahindra car is likely to be punchier and more fun to drive, the Sierra's larger size and more cabin space are likely to deliver a nicer drive and cabin experience, making you feel like you've spent your money well.The Sierra's NA petrol isn't likely to be much more efficient than the Mahindra's turbo-petrol, due to the Tata's heavier kerb weight; however, between the two, it is the one we'd recommend. Asked by: Sukhvinder Singh I want to buy a seven-seater for my family. I am looking for comfort, safety, low maintenance, and a car that is future-ready with respect to fuel. I am confused between Hybrid and ICE. I am not interested in EVs. My budget is around Rs 25 lakh. Kindly suggest. You are unlikely to get a hybrid seven-seater at around Rs 25 lakhs, but if you're willing to stretch by a few lakhs, you could get a Maruti Suzuki Invicto, the Hybrid Zeta+ variant. The Invicto is essentially a badge-engineered Toyota HyCross, offering the same level of comfort, efficiency, and features.Since it isn't as popular as the Innova, Nexa dealers are offering substantial discounts, which means you could get a great deal too. If your usage isn't much, you could consider the Toyota Innova HyCross Petrol CVT, which will easily fit into your budget. Asked by: CJ We are a family of five with one senior citizen. Occasionally, we go on long trips, but otherwise our daily usage is limited to a maximum of 10 km. We currently own a second-hand Celerio, but its suspension and long-distance comfort are not suitable for our 60+ family members. Please suggest whether we should go for a 5-seater or a 7-seater so that senior citizens can rest better during long trips. I am confused between buying a new Hyundai Venue or Tata Sierra, or going with the Ertiga. I also considered Kia, but my maximum budget is ₹12 lakh on-road. Please suggest a new car. Given your budget of Rs 12 lakh, your best bet is the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. While it is a 7-seater, it will give you the flexibility of seating 5 more comfortably, with some room left for luggage on your occasional long trips.The biggest advantage, however, is that the Ertiga's MPV body style means the floor is not as high off the ground as an SUV's, and therefore will make entry and exit easy for your senior citizen family members. Plus, it offers comfortable seating and ride quality, which should serve you well, whether in the city or out on the highway. Asked by: Karthik I’ve been using an FZ25 for almost 7 years and now want to upgrade to a higher-segment city bike. I’m considering the Ninja 300, KTM 390, or Triumph 400. Which one should I choose? The Triumph Speed 400 is ideal for city riding needs, thanks to its smooth, tractable engine. It is lightweight, easily manageable in traffic, and also the most affordable option from this lot of motorcycles. The KTM 390 Duke offers more aggressive performance, sharper handling and has more features, but the ride quality is on the stiffer side to keep in tune with its sporty nature. The Kawasaki Ninja 300, the only twin-cylinder motorcycle on your list, has been around for a long time and hasn't received any modern updates. The cost of servicing and spare parts of Kawasaki is also on the higher side. We still suggest you take a test ride of all three bikes to see which one suits you best. Asked by: Srikanth Hi, I’m 35, 6'2", and have a newborn. I plan to buy a new bike in 2026 for regular use and to carry my child safely. My wife prefers styles like the Avenger or Hunter. I’m considering the Apache RTR 160, Bajaj NS200, Avenger 220 Cruise, Royal Enfield Hunter, CB350, or Honda SP160. I may keep the Pulsar if I choose the Hunter or CB350. My monthly usage is about 30–40 km. Please suggest the best option. All the options you have shortlisted are decently good city bikes, and since your priority seems to be pillion comfort for your partner, sticking with bikes like the Honda CB350, Honda SP160 and Royal Enfield Hunter 350 would be our recommendation. Coming to the matter of taking your newborn child on the motorcycle, purely from a safety standpoint, we would advise you to wait until they grow up and can sit on a motorcycle unassisted and can wear a helmet comfortably. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts 
