Nissan Gravite Launch Edition MT

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Go for the Renault Triber Emotion MT. Within your budget, it is the best 7-seater for mixed city and highway use.It is easy to drive and park in the city because it is not very big, the steering is light, and you get a good view out. On bad roads, it stays comfortable, and the cabin is very practical. The second row slides, and the third row folds or can be removed. So you can switch between carrying people and luggage based on the trip.The 1.0 naturally-aspirated petrol engine feels adequate, but one thing to be aware of is that with seven people and bags, the engine will feel underpowered, so you have to plan overtakes. Also, the third row is best for kids or short adults, and with all seats up, there is very little boot space.Alternatively, you can even consider the Nissan Gravite, which is essentially a badge-engineered Triber with a tweaked design and a different interior. If you can stretch a bit over Rs 10 lakh on-road, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga LXi is roomier, has better performance and fits seven adults better.

Renault Triber

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Nissan Gravite

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The closely related Renault Triber and new Nissan Gravite are the best options for you. Both compact MPVs are well within your budget and will surprise you with the versatility and practicality they offer within a small footprint. There's plenty of seating flexibility with middle row slide and recline functions, making it easy to balance space for the third row of passengers. You also have the option to remove the third row seats when not in use to create space for luggage.The interiors are also well designed with enough new-age features like a touchscreen, digital dials, wireless charging, auto climate control and AC vents at the back. The 1-litre engine isn't big on power but is fine for city use. It does feel underpowered on highway drives, though. While you can get fully-loaded AMT auto versions within your budget, we'd recommend opting for the manual gearbox.The differences between the Renault Triber and Nissan Gravite are merely cosmetic. You could base your buying decision based on proximity to a dealer and service support. In case you want something larger, there is the option of the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. However, only the base LXI trim is available under Rs 10 lakh.

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

Renault Triber

Nissan Gravite

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Since you are a family of six, the Renault Triber is an ideal choice for you. Its sub-4m length will pose no parking issues, while brilliant packaging means there is reasonable space in all three rows. The middle row seat slide function also makes it easy to balance passenger and luggage space in the cabin. The relatively high seating also makes getting in and out easy enough. Do note, while the Triber was rated 3 stars for adult occupant protection by Global NCAP, it makes for a safer real-world option than higher-scoring compact SUVs. Thanks to the safety of dedicated seats for all family members. Nissan's version of the Triber, called Gravite, will be revealed in the coming weeks and could be worth a look too.

Renault Triber

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