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Asked by: Malhar Inamdar I am quite impressed with the new Sierra, but am confused about the variant and engine options. My annual running may not exceed 7,000km, as I do not stay in India, and my family will hardly use such a big car. However, whenever I visit India (once a quarter), I would like to take the car out on road drives and enjoy a pleasant driving experience. I am currently considering the Accomplished or Accomplished+1.5 Turbo Hyperion AT. Could you please advise if this is a good choice based on the details I have shared? Given your low running, yes, a petrol Tata Sierra would make perfect sense. We have yet to drive the naturally aspirated petrol; however, given that you do take pleasure in driving, the 1.5 L turbo engine would be just right for you.The unit is refined and delivers power in a strong and linear fashion. To know more, you can check our full review, which is live now on our website. Asked by: VBT My age is 72. The average driving is about 1,000km per month. I am looking for a good, safe, small automatic car for self-driving, including occasional long drives across the country. I find the Innova too big to park when I drive. Please help me choose a car under Rs 15 lakh. There are many automatic options within your budget. Here are some models you could look at - Skoda Kylaq: It's got a punchy petrol engine, smooth auto gearbox and has a tough build. It's not the most spacious at the back, but that should not be a deal breaker for you.Maruti Suzuki Brezza: The Brezza automatic is a sensible pick. It's easy to drive and, while unexciting, the engine gets the job done and scores well on efficiency. The Brezza also has a practical interior. What really works in favour of the Brezza is a hassle-free ownership and service experience that you get with Maruti Suzuki. Honda Elevate: In case you need something larger, the Honda Elevate CVT in V trim is also an option worth considering. It's got a spacious interior and has a robust suspension. However, the Elevate CVT is best enjoyed with a mild driving style. Asked by: Sarthak My budget is ₹10 lakh. I want a petrol (preferably automatic) car with good mileage, strong safety, and a comfortable ride - excluding Maruti. My daily commute is 100-150 km, with occasional long trips once every 2–3 months. Please suggest suitable options. With your Rs 10 lakh budget, a strong choice is the Honda Amaze VX MT.It fits well within budget, offers good comfort, and carries a 5-star Bharat NCAP adult safety rating. The petrol engine is tried and tested, and it has a comfortable ride quality. With the manual, you can expect real-world mileage of around 14 to 15 kpl.If you want an automatic, consider the Amaze CVT in the lower V variant, which fits within your budget. The CVT gives you a premium automatic experience, unlike cars in this price bracket that offer basic AMTs, and for a long daily commute. It will make a noticeable difference in smoothness and ease of driving. Asked by: Bharath B Nair I own a Grand Vitara Sigma (March 2024), which has run 22,000 km. While I like its ride quality and handling, I’m disappointed with the sheet metal strength, as it gets dented even by small stones and pebbles. My usage is 70% city and 30% highway. Please suggest a petrol car within a ₹12-lakh on-road budget that offers a high driving position, strong build quality, good steering feedback, and solid driving dynamics. In your budget, a strong option to consider is the Skoda Kyliaq Signature+ Manual. It is expected to be priced at around Rs 12 lakh on-road. It has a 5-star BNCAP safety rating and feels solidly built. It is also among the best to drive in the segment, with good handling and a comfortable ride. You also get a height-adjustable driver seat in the base variant, so at its highest setting, you’ll have a clear and commanding view ahead, regardless of your height.Just keep in mind the size difference. Compared to your Grand Vitara midsize SUV, the Kyliaq is a sub-4-metre SUV, so it will feel smaller in overall footprint and cabin width. Asked by: Krishna Sharma I currently drive a 2014 WagonR for a daily office commute of about 30 km and plan to upgrade. My budget is ₹10-11 lakh on-road. My priorities are driving comfort, fuel efficiency, and hassle-free ownership, similar to Maruti; I’m also open to EVs. Please suggest some suitable options. If you want good mileage, comfort and hassle-free ownership, two options that you can consider are - Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor S+ or Maruti Suzuki Fronx Delta+. Taisor is the rebadged version of Fronx. Both options should comfortably fit in your Rs 11 lakh on-road budget, depending on your city. You can expect roughly 13 kpl in the city, and around 18.8 kpl on the highway with the AMT and about 20 kpl with the manual in real-world highway use (Autocar India tested figures). Both cars offer comfortable seats and a comfortable ride, well-tuned for Indian roads and city usage, making them ideal for daily commuting. Maruti has already proven its hassle-free ownership experience to you, while Toyota is also known for reliability and smooth ownership.Between the two, you can pick based on which design, brand and feature mix you prefer, but either will tick your key boxes of comfort, mileage and peace of mind. Asked by: Mazda I currently have two cars Hyundai Accent and Kia Carens Clavis DCT,now I want to upgrade my Accent to buy Verna Turbo Dct I am currently confused between Verna Turbo Dct,Venue Turbo Dct and Creta Turbo Dct , Kindly suggest me from above my running is nearly 1200 km on Highway and I like the design of the Verna kindly suggest me from the above cars listed which one should I Buy If you like the Hyundai Verna, go for it. It has a larger 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine (compared to the Venue's 1.0-litre unit), which it shares with your Kia Carens Clavis, and as you're aware, it delivers smooth yet strong performance. Its seats are quite comfy, and its high-speed stability is quite good too, making it quite confidence-inspiring for your highway drives.Moreover, since sedans aren't in high demand, chances are you could get a good deal on the Verna DCT too. Asked by: Indrajeet Singh I am planning to upgrade from my Grand i10 Nios to an automatic SUV. Initially, I was inclined towards diesel vehicles for better mileage, like the Creta SX, Harrier, and HyCross GX. Recently, however, I test drove the Creta EV and MG ZS and was impressed by them as well. If I am aiming for a 400km stretch on the highway, which EV should I pick, or should I stick to diesel vehicles only? My budget is Rs 23 lakh maximum. An electric car makes very good sense in the city, where the range isn't an issue, and the lack of a gearbox means a smooth drive in start-stop traffic. For highways, however, it's important you look at elevation as well as the total distance you will be driving.For your 400 km trip, you would already be at the edge of the Hyundai Creta's range, and if there are steep and long hill sections, your range will drop significantly. While you will recover some of it on the return (downhill), it won't be as much as you have expended. You would thus need a charge halt to complete the trip comfortably.If you are ok with this, we would recommend the Hyundai Creta Electric. It has the edge over the MG on real-world range, and it's a very well finished, no-nonsense EV that goes about doing its job with great effectiveness. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts 
