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Asked by: Harjeet My daily highway run is about 250 km (up and down). I currently drive a Honda Amaze/Aura CNG with 2.5 lakh km on the clock and want to change to an automatic, economical car that still gives an SUV-like feel. Which models should I consider? Since your daily running is quite high and you already use a CNG vehicle, it makes sense to continue with the same fuel type. We recommend the Hyundai Exter CNG. It comes with a dual CNG cylinder setup placed below the boot floor, so you still get a decent amount of luggage space. The Exter also gives you the SUV-like feel you’re looking for, thanks to its upright design and higher seating position.Since you’ve kept your Aura for a long time, it’s clear you’re satisfied with the Hyundai ownership experience, making the Exter an ideal upgrade for you.

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Dec 16, 2025

Asked by: Deepak Sharma I’m planning to buy the Jimny Alpha Automatic, as I’ll be driving in both the city and hills. But my major concern is mileage - what kind of fuel efficiency can I expect? The automatic version of the Jimny does return a lower mileage than the manual, however, by not too much of a margin. Maruti Jimny mileage is 16.94kpl for the manual and 16.39kpl for the automatic (claimed). In our instrumented real-world testing, the automatic Jimny returned 10.04kpl in the city and 13.56kpl on the highway, as against the manual, which returned 10.86kpl in the city and 14.74kpl on the highway.   

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Dec 16, 2025

Asked by: Dona Thomas Hello - this is my second car purchase and my first time buying for family needs. I’m confused between the Hyundai Creta and the Maruti Brezza. My priorities: safety (I drive from Udupi to Bangalore once a month with my two kids), legroom (I’m tall and my husband is 6'2"), and occasional travel with my in-laws. Our budget is within ₹6.5 lakh. Are Creta or Brezza suitable, or are there other better options you’d suggest? We would recommend you go with the Maruti Brezza. The car is smaller than the Creta; however, you would find a better condition and newer Brezza with the budget you have in mind. Also, the Brezza is among Maruti's better-built cars, and it fared well in the GNCAP crash tests. As an option, given that you do need to travel with your in-laws too, we would also suggest you look at a used 2nd-generation Maruti Ertiga. This MPV has more space in the 3rd row than the 1st generation car and should fit within your budget. It also secured a 3-star GNCAP crash rating and comes with a decent level of safety equipment.  

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Dec 16, 2025

Asked by: Krish I’m planning to buy a car in the ₹20 lakh range and have been considering the new Hyundai Venue. Should I go with the Venue, or opt for the Hyundai Creta or Skoda Taigun instead? It is hard to recommend a car without knowing more about your needs, like driving pleasure, mileage, safety, rear space, etc. However, on a broad level we would recommend the Creta. It is a very good all-rounder. The Venue will be better if you are looking for a compact car for crowded areas, and the VW Taigun is a good car for those looking for driving pleasure.   

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Dec 16, 2025

Asked by: Ayush Is the dry-clutch gearbox used by Hyundai/Kia reliable in India, especially in city conditions with heavy traffic? And is it recommended to go for a DCT in models like the new Venue, Creta, or Seltos? Theoretically speaking, a wet-clutch DCT is more durable than a dry-clutch one. DCTs got a bad name thanks to the older Volkswagen cars that threw up a lot of issues with their DCT units. However, the dry-clutch units from Hyundai/Kia are fairly reliable, with far fewer issues, so it is a safe bet to buy one. For further peace of mind, go in for the extended warranty and make sure the gearbox and its associated components are covered. Also, make sure you follow general automatic gearbox tips like never leaving the transmission in P mode without the parking brake applied, especially on a steep slope.   

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Dec 16, 2025

Asked by: Rajneesh Tyagi Planning to buy Scorpio. Which one is better, S11 Classic or Scorpio N? Generally, I drive on highways, and in the city, I either use a cab or my Ford Figo 5-seater. Now planning to have a 7-seater. The Mahindra Scorpio N is a much better product overall. It has a more powerful and refined engine, a stable ride that is essential for highway driving, and a good set of safety and comfort features.The third row is also better than the jump-seat layout of the Scorpio Classic.

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Dec 16, 2025

Asked by: Devansh Chandak I currently own three cars: a Grand Vitara Strong Hybrid, a Nexon EV, and a 2015 Honda City diesel. I plan to sell the City and buy a new 7-seater SUV. My budget is ₹50 lakh. Which SUV do you suggest? Options I'm considering or willing to wait for include MG Majestor, Hyundai Palisade, Skoda Kodiaq, Fortuner, and BMW X1. Which SUV do you recommend? The best choice in this segment is the Skoda Kodiaq. The Hyundai Palisade is a good SUV, but it is only expected to come in 2028, and even that could shift.The Skoda car will offer everything you want in one package. Kodiaq is luxurious, has a comfy ride, a strong engine, and the cabin is quite spacious, too. The Skoda Kodiaq would be our strong recommendation.

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Dec 16, 2025

Asked by: Aleem I’m planning to buy a diesel 4×4 or AWD car with a budget of up to ₹50 lakh. I prefer the Jeep Meridian Overland 4×4 - is it a good choice? Are there other diesel options I should consider? While the Jeep Meridian will comfortably fit in your budget, the Toyota Fortuner is a better SUV. Yes, the interior is dated, and it is expensive, but it holds its value very well and has an exceptionally reliable engine. It is also more capable off the tarmac, and the new Neodrive variant is slightly more efficient as well. 

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Dec 16, 2025

Asked by: Ashish Nagpal I’m considering the Mercedes C200 as a replacement for my 2015 Audi A3. Is speed-bump scraping a big issue with the C200? My A3 has never touched any speed bump. Also, are there any similarly priced alternatives with good interiors, driving pleasure, reliability, and long-lasting for 10 years? The Mercedes-Benz C200 is a nice sedan with strong luxe appeal, and while it is a sedan, it fares rather well over speed bumps. The next alternative that is good on ground clearance and has good driving pleasure is the Mini Countryman.However, if you want a car that is luxurious and nice to drive at the same time, the C200 is the better buy.

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Dec 16, 2025

Asked by: Kishore My budget is ₹70-80 lakh and my preferences are luxury and performance. Which vehicle should I buy - the BMW 3 Series or the Mercedes-Benz C-Class? The BMW 3 Series in its 330Li guise offers a fantastic balance of luxury and performance. The long-wheelbase aids more room in the rear seat, the quality of materials is good, and the performance is excellent. If you are a keen driver, the 330Li will impress you, but if you also want to be chauffeured in the back seat, it can do that too. 

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Dec 16, 2025

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