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Asked by: S Lanong Why do reverse gear sounds in AGS? If by sound, you mean the whining or whirring sound you typically hear when reversing, then that is on account of the shape of the reverse gear wheel. In a manual gearbox, and thus automated manuals, forward gear wheels are helical-cut, which is to say the teeth mesh at a diagonal angle. This allows the engagement of teeth to be gradual and silent. A helical-cut gear can also handle more load.  The reverse gear typically has straight-cut teeth; this is simpler and cheaper to produce, but causes the meshing of teeth to be more sudden, thus giving rise to the noise you often hear when driving in reverse.

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Aug 18, 2025

Asked by: Gautham Which car would be a better choice for under 13 lakhs on-road in Hyderabad? I have shortlisted the Hyundai i20 Asta IVT and Honda Amaze Vx CVT.  I'm looking for a vehicle with a 4-cylinder engine, a proper automatic transmission, and that offers a fun driving experience. The Amaze has a stronger engine, and it is likely to be more fuel efficient than the i20 IVT. However, the i20 has comfier seats, a more upmarket interior and a longer equipment list. On the whole, the i20 feels more-rounded, hence it is the better option.

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Aug 18, 2025

Asked by: Sandeep I have running of 3000 km per month. Kindly suggest me car options under 15 lakhs with safety and mileage as priority. With a usage of 3000km, it will be better to pick either a diesel or a CNG car in order to keep fuel bills in check. The best CNG option available is the Maruti Brezza. For diesel, you could pick between the Mahindra XUV 3XO and Kia Syros. If you're open to electric vehicles, the Tata Nexon EV and MG Windsor EV are your best options.

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Aug 18, 2025

Asked by: ABHIJIT GUHA I want to change my car, and my final two options are the Hyundai Venue and the Tata Nexon. My budget, including on-road costs, is around 11.5 lakhs. Please suggest which car I should buy, considering that it will primarily be driven in the city, with occasional long drives (about 2-3 times a year). My daily usage will be a maximum of 30 kilometres, and I also want to take resale value into account. Hyundai will launch the second-generation Venue on October 24th, and if you are not in a hurry, we'd recommend waiting for it. Being a new-gen, resale value down the line is likely to be better than the current version.

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Aug 18, 2025

Asked by: Avadhoot Borge I'm planning to buy an electric scooter. My Daily running is 20 Kms. I'm confused between TVS iqube S 3.4 kWh & Ather Rizta S 3.7 kWh. Could you please suggest the best option for me? With such low daily running, you could comfortably get by with an electric scooter that has a smaller battery pack like the Arther Rizta 2.7 or the TVS iQube 3.1. However, if you’d like to pick between the two you’ve mentioned, we’d say go for the Ather only if you are interested in all the technology it has to offer and are comfortable with paying the Rs 1.53 lakh ex-showroom price when all the boxes are ticked. However, if you just want a comfortable, straightforward scooter that can effortlessly handle your daily commute, then we recommend the TVS iQube.

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Aug 18, 2025

Asked by: Gaurav I am contemplating between the MG Astor Select CVT and Maruti Grand Vitara Delta AT (Mild Hybrid). Which is a better buy, as both are priced relatively similarly? The average is better on Maruti, but Astor has a better feature set. Hence confused. Besides much better fuel efficiency, the Maruti Grand Vitara's mild-hybrid is much peppier. Also, the Vitara drives with more composure, especially on the highway. So between the two, the Maruti is the better pick, despite the Astor's more premium interior and longer feature-set. The on-road price for the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Delta AT in Thane, Maharashtra, is Rs 16.52 lakh.

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Aug 14, 2025

Asked by: Abhilash R Compare the ride quality of two different cars, the Tata Punch and the Suzuki Grand Vitara. The Punch sits a couple of segments lower, yet its ride quality is impressive - it feels just as tough as the Grand Vitara over bad roads and just as planted on the highway. That said, the Vitara’s slightly firmer suspension gives it an edge, with its components working in a quieter, more refined manner than the Tata’s. The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara on-road price in Kochi ranges between Rs 13.69 lakh and Rs 26.11 lakh, while the on-road price for the Punch falls between Rs 7.07 lakh and Rs 12.12 lakh. 

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Aug 14, 2025

Asked by: Govind Agrawal Is the MG ZS EV executive variant a good option, looking at current offers (95000/- company offer and 150000/- subsidy total ex showroom price 1550000/- approx.) as compared with the Nexon EV fearless variant. The MG ZS EV has been on sale in its current form since 2020, and while it remains a good, no-nonsense electric SUV, it’s beginning to show its age — especially against the newer, more advanced EVs in its price bracket. Tata, on the other hand, has continually updated the Nexon EV over the years, and in its latest iteration, it feels far more in tune with the times. Between the two, the Nexon is the stronger choice. That said, if your budget allows, the MG Windsor EV or the Hyundai Creta Electric are both more modern, more appealing, and overall better-rounded options. The on-road price of the MG Windsor EV in Yavatmal ranges between Rs 16.21 lakh and Rs 20.91 lakh, whereas the Creta Electric price falls between Rs 20.79 lakh and Rs 27.11 lakh.

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Aug 14, 2025

Asked by: Aman gupta Hi, I am getting a Nissan X-Trail for 30 lakhs at Big Boy Toyz. Is it advisable to go for this car at this price? Yes. The new Nissan X Trail is a capable SUV with good ride comfort and high-speed composure, and a surprisingly refined 1.5-litre petrol that's adequately powerful. It misses some features, and the third row isn't super spacious, but its biggest flaw is its high retail price of Rs 50 lakh (the Nissan X Trail on road price in Noida is ₹57.81 lakh). Now that it is available at Big Boy Toyz at a significantly lower price, that last shortcoming is addressed, which makes it a good buy, and that will stand out due to its relative rarity. Moreover, BBT will even include quilted dual-tone leather upholstery and a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system, further improving on the Nissan X Trail features.

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Aug 14, 2025

Asked by: Shantanu khare Planning to buy Thar roxx. Initially, I had planned for a petrol variant, but it is not available easily. Also, mileage issue. I am in the merchant navy, so my vehicle will be rarely in use. That's why I decided on petrol one and also the 10-year rule for diesel. But due to very little mileage in petrol, I was reconsidering diesel. Please advise if it is advisable to go for diesel, considering the present scenario for diesel cars and my very limited running. The engines in both the Thar Roxx petrol and Roxx diesel are very refined and powerful, but as you stated, the petrol Thar does return a very low mileage. So, between the two, it’s the diesel Mahindra Thar that we generally recommend. However, in your case given that you are in the merchant navy and your driving is likely to be limited and infrequent, you could be better off with a petrol Thar. The lower purchase price could offset the extra fuel cost. If you are not going to go off-road you can look at the Thar 2WD as this will mitigate the low efficiency issue to some extent. The Mahindra Thar Roxx on road price in Jabalpur for petrol variants ranges from Rs 14.90 lakh to Rs 25.05 lakh, while diesel variants are available between Rs 16.17 lakh and Rs 28.21 lakh.

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Aug 14, 2025

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