Maruti Suzuki Victoris price in Chamoli

Mahindra XUV 7XO

Kumar

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I own an Alto LXI 2011 and now want to upgrade to a new car. My requirements are mainly for family trips with senior citizens and kids, ranging from 250 km to 1200 km per trip. My usage is around 70% highway and hill driving, and 30% city driving. I live in a tier-3 city and am looking for a strong, safe, and comfortable family car that is also comfortable to drive. I am 5 feet tall. Please suggest a good car within a budget of ₹15-23 lakh. I am open to ICE, hybrid, or EV options.

Autocar India

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On a Rs 15-23 lakh budget, the Kia Carens Clavis diesel automatic fits your use best. It rides comfortably on long trips, the low step-in makes it easy for elders, and the third row lets you carry six or seven or fold it to free up a big boot. The diesel pulls well on hills with a full load, and the automatic keeps driving effortless in traffic. For you at 5 feet, the high seat, wide glass area and light controls help with confidence in a tier-3 city, and Kia’s service reach outside big metros is a plus.Know that, compared to your Alto, it is a long car, so tight parking needs a bit more care. With all three rows up, boot space is small, so plan to fold one side when needed. If five seats are enough and you want a sportier feel on hills, look at the Skoda Kushaq 1.5 automatic. If smooth city running and lower fuel use matter more, you can go for Maruti Suzuki Victoris strong hybrid. Given your affinity for long family road trips, we would not recommend an EV at this stage. Overall, the Carens suits your family-first brief best.

Kia Carens Clavis

Skoda Kushaq

Sanjay Kumar

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I want a hybrid SUV under 4000 mm. My daily running is around 70 km. Please suggest the best option under ₹15 lakh.

Autocar India

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We're assuming that by hybrid, you mean a strong hybrid wherein the electric motors also power the wheels. In that case, there are currently no models on sale in India that fall under 4 metres or your Rs 15 lakh budget. The most affordable strong hybrid on sale currently is the Maruti Suzuki Victoris VXI, which is priced at Rs 16.38 lakh (ex-showroom, India). However, if you mean a mild hybrid system where a small electric motor and battery merely assists the engine, you should go for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. It measures under 4 metres, falls under your Rs 15 lakh budget, and its a very easy SUV to drive and live with. For your daily city run, its idle start-stop and energy assist help save fuel in slow traffic, and the restart is smooth so it feels easy. The size makes it simple to park, yet you sit high and the suspension handles broken roads well, which matters when you’re doing this distance every day. Maruti’s wide service reach also keeps upkeep simple when you’re clocking many kilometres.

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

VR Reddy

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Dear Ask Autocar Team, I am 62 years old, 5’11” tall, and currently suffering from sciatica/lower back pain. I am looking for a comfortable automatic car, mainly for city driving and occasional highway trips. My priorities are: Easy ingress and egress without bending too much Comfortable seats with good lumbar and thigh support Soft suspension and comfortable ride quality Automatic transmission for relaxed driving Good visibility and driving position Reliable long-term ownership My budget is under ₹20 lakh on-road. I would also prefer modern safety and convenience features such as: 360-degree camera ADAS features, if available in this budget Could you please suggest the most suitable cars for my condition and age?

Autocar India

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Mostly city use with a sensitive lower back and an under Rs 20 lakh cap points to a taller, easy-to-drive automatic. The Kia Seltos 1.5 petrol IVT HTX (A) fits this brief best. The seat height makes getting in and out simple without bending or climbing. So, the ride is soft at low speeds, thanks in part to this variant's smaller 17-inch wheels, so your back gets less shock from broken roads, and the automatic moves smoothly in traffic. You sit upright with a clear view out, the steering is light, and the 360 camera takes the stress out of parking. What's more, this should just about fit in your budget, and it gets you ADAS features as well. Kia’s wide service network helps with easy, reliable ownership over many years, too. The other good option is a Hyundai Creta, but getting these features will require you to move to a top-spec variant only, which is out of your budget. You could also consider the Maruti Suzuki Victoris 1.5 petrol AT, which offers even lower running costs but is not quite as comfortable as the Hyundai or Kia.

Kia Seltos

Hyundai Creta

Ambuj Tripathi

Hello, I am planning to buy a new car. My daily running is around 40 km, with 40% city driving and 60% highway use. I am confused between petrol and diesel, and am looking for an SUV. I am considering the Victoris Petrol, Nexon CNG, and Nexon Diesel. You may also suggest any other car that would suit my needs. My priorities are good mileage, long-term reliability, and low maintenance. Also, is the Nexon CNG a good option to own for 10 years?

Autocar India

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With 40 km a day and mostly highway, from your list, the Tata Nexon diesel fits best. It will use less fuel on long runs, feel more relaxed at 80-100 kph, and give easier overtakes with family and luggage. Your mix has enough highway, so the diesel’s exhaust filter should stay healthy. As a fuel type, CNG is cheap to run, but for 60% highway, it can feel slow, and needs more planning for refills. Better for mostly city use.Maruti Suzuki Victoris petrol will be simpler to own and should be reliable, but on highways with a full load, it will use more fuel than the Nexon diesel. Also consider the Hyundai Venue diesel, which is available with a smooth 6-speed auto. Overall, from your choices, the Nexon diesel lines up best.

Tata Nexon

Hyundai Venue

Urvesh Batliwala

Hello, I have a budget of around ₹18 lakh and am looking for a petrol car that will be used mostly for city driving (around 80%) and occasional highway trips (around 20%), usually once or twice a month. I currently seem inclined towards, and have almost booked, the Kia Seltos HTX Automatic with BH registration. I have two questions: Considering my usage and budget, is the Kia Seltos HTX Automatic the right choice, or are there any alternatives? With the current global fuel situation, growing discussions about alternative fuels, and increasing focus on hybrid and electric vehicles, does it still make sense to buy a petrol car this year? Or would it be wiser to wait and consider a hybrid or EV instead? Please advise.

Autocar India

Your booked Kia Seltos HTX automatic is actually a sensible choice for your usage. With 80 percent city driving and occasional highway use, the Seltos petrol automatic fits well because it is spacious, comfortable, easy to drive in traffic and feels premium enough for the money. Unless you specifically want maximum fuel efficiency, there is no obvious reason to cancel that booking.On the second question, the current geopolitical tension and crude price concerns should not push you into a panic decision. Yes, India has been urging fuel conservation due to global supply uncertainty, and the government is continuing its push toward alternative fuels and electrification. But that does not mean petrol cars suddenly become bad buys this year. Petrol and hybrid cars sold today will remain usable and supported for years.The more practical decision is based on your usage. If you cannot charge at home reliably, stay with petrol or a hybrid. EV ownership without dependable home charging still needs compromise.If your usage is mostly city and you want lower running costs, a strong hybrid like the Maruti Suzuki Victoris / Grand Vitara hybrid makes a lot of sense because you get much better fuel efficiency without EV charging dependency. In fact, for your city's heavy usage, a hybrid arguably makes more sense than a pure petrol Seltos if fuel bills are a concern.

Kia Seltos

Ram Prakash Agarwal

I am confused between the Maruti Grand Vitara ZXi Optional and the Victoris ZXi Optional. Which one would be the better buy?

Autocar India

We are assuming you're comparing the Maruti Victoris ZXI O to the Grand Vitara Zeta O, both of which are similarly priced and equipped, and are powered by the same 1.5-litre petrol engine. Also, they have similar space, quality, and their driving manners are also similar. So the only difference between these cars is the way they look - the Victoris has a lighter coloured interior, which feels airier, compared to the Grand Vitara's dark brown and black colour scheme. You won't go wrong by opting for either; however, the Victoris gets our vote because it feels a bit more modern and has brighter interiors.

Shailesh Bala

I live in Thane and work in Navi Mumbai, with a daily running of approximately 65 km. I am confused between buying a sedan or an SUV within a budget of around ₹15–20 lakh for a mix of city and highway driving. My priorities are comfort and good fuel efficiency, especially considering rising petrol prices. I am not interested in CNG or EVs. I will also be turning 60 in a few months, so ease of driving, seating comfort, and overall convenience are important factors for me. Could you please advise which type of car and which models would best suit my needs?

Autocar India

Since you're looking for comfort and fuel efficiency, you could consider the 1.5 NA petrol versions of the Maruti Victoris or Maruti Grand Vitara. Both these are competent, no-nonsense cars that will meet your requirements. Also, being high-riding vehicles, ingress-egress will be easier than in your Honda City, and because you're seated higher up, visibility is also quite good. Since these cars are very similar beneath their skin, pick the one that you think looks better outside and in. You won't go wrong picking either.

Honda City

Abhi

I am looking to buy a new SUV with an automatic transmission and good fuel efficiency. Kindly recommend which car I should go for, with top-class after-sales service.

Autocar India

You want an automatic SUV that is fuel efficient and comes with strong after-sales support - in that case, pick the Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI (O) petrol automatic. It is powered by a refined 103hp, 1.5-litre petrol engine paired to a smooth 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox that has a claimed efficiency of 21.06kpl. Although the efficiency in the real world will be significantly lower than the claimed. Alternatively, you can also consider the Victoris VXI strong hybrid if fuel efficiency is paramount. The Victoris strong hybrid eCVT automatic has a claimed mileage of 28.65kpl, and you can easily expect over 20kpl in the real world in city driving conditions. Also being a Maruti model, the Victoris is backed by the manufacturer's widespread service network, so your ownership experience will be stress-free. Do note a couple of trade-offs. The strong hybrid costs more than the regular petrol-auto, and the boot is a bit smaller thanks to the battery.

Mohit Anand

I have running of 100-125 km per day. 90% in the city and 10% on the highway. Suggest to me which car is best for me? Currently, I have a Creta Diesel, but I am looking for low running costs as my monthly expenses are 15k only on fuel.

Autocar India

With 100-125 km a day, mostly in the city, you should consider getting a strong hybrid like the Maruti Suzuki Victoris. In city driving, a strong hybrid runs on electric power a lot of the time without you needing to charge, so your fuel bills will drop noticeably. Do note, though, the Victoris strong hybrid will be more expensive to buy than the regular petrol versions, and it has a smaller boot thanks to the battery.However, if you have access to home charging, an electric car like the Hyundai Creta Electric makes sense. It will drop your per-km cost sharply, one overnight home charge can comfortably cover your daily run, and the smooth, quiet driving experience makes heavy traffic far less tiring than your Creta diesel. You will also appreciate the familiarity with your current Creta.