Hyundai Grand i10 Nios price in Bastar

You may consider the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, which is compact for the city, and with light controls and good visibility all around, it is very easy to drive. If you prefer the 'SUV-like' high seating position, and something a bit more spacious, you could consider the Nissan Magnite too.

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While both cars are a little old now, they’re still very competent at what they do, and each has its own small advantages. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios offers a better back seat and boot, in case that is your priority.

However, if it is not, we would recommend the Maruti Suzuki Ignis for a few reasons. It’s more fuel-efficient, with an ARAI-rated Maruti Ignis mileage of 20.89 kmpl. its slightly taller stance makes ingress and egress easier with great forward visibility. Plus, it’s a bit more compact, which really helps with maneuverability in the city.

As a first car, a great all-rounder is the Maruti Suzuki Celerio 1.0 Petrol ZXi+. Its tall-boy design means it's spacious enough for a 6ft driver and it is among the most fuel efficient petrol cars on sale, given your extensive running of 60-80km per day. However, if you want to move up to something more premium in size and feel, consider a Maruti Suzuki Swift VXI (O) MT or a Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Sportz (O) MT, although at your budget, only these mid-range models will be available.

Given your requirements, you should consider the Maruti Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Grand i10 Nios and Tata Tiago hatchbacks, all of which get CNG options. However, the i10 Nios and Tiago offer a properly usable boot as the CNG tanks are placed under the boot, unlike the Swift. Furthermore, the Tata can also be had with an AMT automatic gearbox which will be more convenient for you on your daily city commute.

It seems that you drive over 3,000 km per month, which is significant. While a small EV like the Tata Tiago EV or Tata Punch EV would help offset high fuel costs, they may not be the best for frequent highway drives. Instead, the Maruti Swift stands out for its excellent fuel efficiency. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is another good option. To further reduce running costs, consider the CNG variants of these models.

Go for the Grand i10 Nios. It’s a very user-friendly hatchback. Its more compact dimensions make it relatively easier to drive and manoeuvre. Plus, the engine and AMT deliver smoother performance, adding to a more comfortable and effortless driving experience.