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Asked by: Abhilash Anand I own an Ignis Alpha AMT, purchased for its mileage, low service cost, and city-friendly driving. My daily usage is around 50 km, but even after two years, I get only 9 km/l in the city and 14 km/l on highways, far below ARAI claims. I drive in auto mode in the city and manual on highways. Being a top variant, it still misses ADAS, 360° camera, hill-hold assist, rear AC vents, and charging points. Kindly suggest ways to improve mileage or a safer hatchback with better mileage and features within ₹10 lakh. Fuel efficiency is very dependent on driving style, and there are 7 ways to get better fuel economy from your car.A key method is to use ‘lift and coast’, meaning you should anticipate traffic and ease off the throttle early, like when approaching a red light. This helps you coast before braking, reducing fuel consumption.However, if you’d prefer a newer, more fuel-efficient car, then the Maruti Suzuki Swift or the Dzire are good options. Both of these Maruti Suzuki cars deliver well on efficiency and come in under your ₹10 lakh budget. Asked by: Deepa I’m a first-time car buyer, and my budget is ₹7-8 lakh. I’m a doctor and still learning to drive, so the car will likely take its share of bumps and scratches. I want a vehicle that’s reliable, easy to maintain, offers good safety, and comfortable for years to come. Also, should I buy a manual or automatic? And people are telling me that Tata’s service backup is poor - is it true? If you are not very confident behind the wheel, we would recommend you spend some time with a reputable driving school, as you would want to eliminate small accidents and scrapes as far as possible. As for your query of a manual or automatic, a manual would be better in terms of mastering skills and having flexibility in terms of driving different cars. However, if you do not feel confident, its ok to stick with automatics as there are plenty of choices available today at all price points. In terms of a choice of car, we would suggest you look at the Tata Punch is easy to drive with its compact dimensions and offers a slightly higher seating point, offering you a better vantage point. Tata's service is inconsistent around the country, and if your local dealer isn't known for good service, you could consider the Maruti Wagon R. Asked by: Abdul Rayaan My parents, aged 55+, are looking to purchase a new car for city use. We specifically want an automatic. Our budget is ₹6-12 lakh (on-road). Our main priorities are easy drivability in the city, some must-have features, good looks, and resale value. Mileage is not a concern as they drive only 500 km a month. The Cars we shortlisted are Alto K10, Swift, Celerio, i10, and Fronx. Which is a better value for money? Of the cars you have shortlisted, the Maruti Suzuki Celerio is probably the best value for money, as it is priced just above the Alto K10 and shares its engine, while offering up space, practicality, interior quality, and some features from larger, more expensive Maruti Suzuki cars. It is also among the most fuel-efficient petrol cars on sale, even though that is not really an issue for you.You should also consider the Nissan Magnite 1.0 Turbo CVT, as it offers a much smoother automatic gearbox for the same amount of money; all the cars you have shortlisted feature the more basic AMT automatic gearbox. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts 
