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Asked by: Dinesh Kumar I've driven only 23,000 km in 9 years and use my car very little. I'm planning to upgrade to an automatic hatchback within a ₹15 lakh budget. I first considered the Swift and Altroz, but now I'm confused by the many options in this segment. Which automatic hatchback should I choose for reliability and low maintenance? Given your requirements, you should choose between the Maruti Suzuki Baleno and Hyundai i20. The Baleno comes with an efficient 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that's mated to a 5-speed AMT automatic. It has a spacious cabin, and being a Maruti car, it will be reliable and affordable to maintain. The i20, meanwhile, also comes with a 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine, but that comes mated to a smoother CVT automatic gearbox. Do note, this Hyundai car can also be had with a punchy 120hp, 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine mated to a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic in the i20 N Line. Asked by: Ishan sharma I'm buying an automatic car for my wife, who is a new driver. She will drive about 10 km per day. We want an automatic under ₹10 lakh with a 5-star safety rating, good features, and excellent front visibility. Which model should we choose? The Maruti Suzuki Dzire will be worth considering. The sedan falls within your budget, it comes with a 1.2-litre petrol engine mated to a 5-speed AMT automatic gearbox, and you also get a great view out of the cabin. Dzire top-spec ZXI+ also comes loaded with features like a sunroof, a 9-inch touchscreen, 6 airbags and more. Also, this Maruti car has received a full, 5-star crash safety rating from both, Global NCAP and Bharat NCAP. Asked by: Pvr I'm looking to buy a 7-seater car with a budget up to ₹25 lakh. I travel about 200 km per week, mostly on highways, and already have an i10 for city use. Should I choose petrol or diesel? My main priorities are safety and fuel efficiency. Which car would you recommend? Considering your monthly running is under 1000 km, a petrol car makes the most sense for you. Based on your needs, we suggest two strong options: the Kia Carens Clavis and the Mahindra XUV700.The Clavis is a proper seven-seater with a genuinely comfortable third row for adults. Within your budget, you can get the top-spec version, which offers features like a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, Bose audio and Level 2 ADAS. Its 1.5-litre turbo petrol isn’t the most efficient, but it is still more economical than the XUV700’s 2.0-litre turbo petrol. It also has enough performance for both city and highway use, even with a full load.The Mahindra XUV700 is larger and more expensive but gives you a more powerful petrol engine, more middle-row space and a bigger car feel thanks to its wider body. In your budget, you’ll reach the AX7 variant. It’s not as feature-rich as the Clavis HTX Plus, but it still comes well-equipped. If you’re willing to wait, the XUV700 facelift is also expected soon. Asked by: Mayur Hi, I have had a Ford Ecosport 1.5l petrol for 12 years and have been waiting to change it for the last 4-5 years to one step higher segment, but I have yet to find a better replacement. Basically, I am looking for a 5-seater (which can actually seat 5 adults) Petrol or Diesel car/SUV, with good road presence and minimum body roll. I drive 50 km a day in Bengaluru and go outstation once every six months. I have shortlisted Scorpio, Harrier, XUV700, Slavia, and the upcoming Seirra. I can wait for 3 months max. What do you recommend? The upcoming Tata Sierra seems promising, and it could be worth waiting for. That said, the Mahindra XUV700 is among the most sophisticated SUV options in terms of driving comfort, space for 5 adults, and performance.Furthermore, this Mahindra car is easy to drive in the city and is also very comfortable on highways. Hence, we'd recommend narrowing down your options between the upcoming Sierra and XUV700. Asked by: Deepak A Hi Autocar team, need your expert suggestion. I have a 5-year-old petrol Nexon Automatic (XZA+). I'm fed up with the regular mechanical faults (one or another) and am now looking to change my car to another automatic. My preferences are safety, low maintenance, reliability, fuel economy, good interior, and comfort . I have a stretched budget of 12-13 lakhs for the automatic gearbox. Which car should I buy? Since you are coming from a Tata Nexon, we'd recommend you narrow down your choices to the VXI AT variant of the Maruti Suzuki Brezza and the G Turbo AT variant of the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor.Both options are fuel efficient, pack in all the safety features, and come with the peace of mind associated with their respective brands. The Brezza is a bit more spacious, while the Taisor offers stronger performance. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts 
