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Asked by: Kishore Hello team. I’m selling my old i20 and planning to buy a new car. I’ve shortlisted the Tata Altroz, Maruti Baleno, Toyota Glanza and Maruti Dzire. My priorities are an automatic transmission, good mileage, 4/5-star safety, an armrest and a rear wiper. I’m attracted to the Glanza for its styling and the UV-cut glass on the top variant. My maximum budget is ₹10.5-11 lakh on-road in Telangana. Please suggest which is best. The Toyota Glanza is a rebadged Maruti Suzuki Baleno, and the only difference between the two is the badge, some interior trim colours and the warranty. The Glanza is sold with a 3-year/1,00,000km warranty, while the Baleno gets a 2-year/40,000km warranty.The Glanza is a good option if you like the way it looks, and the UV cut glass is a must-have feature for you. However, if you are looking for a car that will hold its value better, then the Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the better option, and also features UV cut class.The Tata Altroz does get you the option of a diesel engine, and a DCT automatic, which is the more sophisticated auto gearbox here. However, you could also consider the new Hyundai i20, which comes with a CVT auto or a DCT with its powerful turbo engine. Asked by: Nageshkumar Which is the best car under 7.5 lakh? Nissan Magnite, Tata Altroz, or Maruti Baleno? Is the Nissan Magnite a good option to buy? The Nissan Magnite is a good option to consider. It is spacious, has a comfortable ride, and the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine is punchy and efficient. Plus, it has an SUV-like road presence that the other two hatchbacks lack. It also received a 5-star crash test rating from Global NCAP.The Tata Altroz also has a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, as well as a spacious cabin, comfortable ride, and good features. However, the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine in the Nissan Magnite is more efficient.The Maruti Suzuki Baleno is the most efficient of the lot, but hasn't been updated in a while, and is now starting to show its age. Asked by: Manoj I own a pre-owned Gen 3 Honda City that has completed around 1,00,000 kilometres. My annual usage is only about 5,000 kilometres since I use a smaller car for city driving. The vehicle has no mechanical issues, except for its low ground clearance. Could you advise when it would be the right time to upgrade? I am currently considering the Hyundai Alcazar as a possible option. The future of the Hyundai Alcazar is uncertain, and Hyundai may not continue with the model, which could impact its resale value. Instead, in our opinion, you could consider the Honda Elevate. It’s a solid offering from Honda: spacious, well-built, and powered by the proven 121 hp, 1.5-litre petrol engine. You already know Honda’s service standards, and your current Honda has served you well.As for whether you should buy a new car now, 1 lakh kilometer is a reasonable milestone to think about an upgrade. But if your current car isn’t giving you any trouble, you can comfortably keep it for another 20,000km to 30,000 km. Asked by: Venkat I have been driving an Elite i20 petrol (70,000 km), mostly on highways (85:15). I am now thinking of an upgrade, but my current usage in Mysore is very low - sometimes I don’t even drive 200 km per month. Is it sensible to buy a new car given this low usage, and if so, what would be the best option? For cars and bikes, purely from a financial standpoint, buy only if you truly need to; an emotional need counts too. If your current car is running fine, there’s no reason to replace it. As long as it’s not giving you any trouble, it should comfortably last another 20,000-30,000 km. By then, you’ll also have many more new models to choose from. Asked by: Mohanraj I am buying my first car with a budget of Rs 10 to 12 lakh, which can be stretched to a maximum of Rs 13-14 lakh. My usage is around 40% city and 60% highway, with a daily running of about 100 km, mostly on highways. I also do a long drive of around 500 km once a month. We are a family of five, and I am looking for an SUV with safety, mileage, and maintenance as my top priorities. I have evaluated most compact SUVs and some midsize SUVs, but am unable to make a clear decision. Please suggest the best options along with exact variants. The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is a good option for you. The car is a good all-rounder that will satisfy you on the highway as well as the city streets with an easy and comfortable drive. The Victoris will also deliver well on your requirements of mileage, maintenance, and safety with a good equipment list, and it has also secured a 5-star crash rating from both GNCAP and BNCAP.The rear headroom of this Maruti Suzuki car is tight, though, and since you travel 5 aboard, we would recommend you personally have every member sit inside and check if this is okay for you. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts 
