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Asked by: Mudit Hi experts, I drive a 2016 Maruti Swift (manual), mostly in Bengaluru city traffic with occasional highway trips. I’m looking for a petrol automatic compact SUV with elevated seating, good comfort, easy drivability in traffic, and enough power for highways. I’m considering the XUV 3XO, Škoda Kushaq, and the upcoming new Hyundai Venue. My budget is ₹12–15 lakh, with a focus on value for money. Should I wait for the new Venue, go for the readily available Kushaq, or consider other options? (The XUV 3XO feels slightly oversized for my needs.) We’d recommend waiting for the new Hyundai Venue, which launches on November 4. We’ll be driving it soon after the launch and will then be in a better position to advise you on the best pick in the segment. Stay tuned! Asked by: Anand Naidu I am new to driving and want to buy my first car. My average daily running will be around 60 to 80 km. I’m 6 feet tall, so comfort and safety are important to me. My budget is around Rs 7–8 lakh, and I’ll be buying the car on loan. Please suggest some good options that offer comfort, safety, and strong resale value in case I decide to exchange it in the future. Thank you, experts. As a first car, a great all-rounder is the Maruti Suzuki Celerio 1.0 Petrol ZXi+. Its tall-boy design means it's spacious enough for a 6ft driver and it is among the most fuel efficient petrol cars on sale, given your extensive running of 60-80km per day. However, if you want to move up to something more premium in size and feel, consider a Maruti Suzuki Swift VXI (O) MT or a Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Sportz (O) MT, although at your budget, only these mid-range models will be available. Asked by: Kunal I want to purchase an EV for a daily commute of approximately 100 km. I’m planning to buy the MG Windsor, but I recently came across an article stating that EV prices will drastically come down in the next 4–6 months. I also read that SAIC (the parent company of MG) is withdrawing its stake from India, and JSW has tied up with Chery Motors. I’m confused about MG’s future in India. Please guide me, should I wait or purchase the EV now? EV prices are closely linked to battery costs, which will likely decrease over time, making EVs more affordable in the long run. However, in the short term, it’s unlikely that prices will drop drastically.Regarding MG Motor, while there has been talk of JSW increasing its stake in the local operations (and SAIC reducing its share), this doesn’t indicate that MG plans to exit the Indian market. In fact, JSW has invested significantly in building the brand and expanding its presence, including the premium MG Select network.So, while there are some uncertainties, buying an MG remains fairly safe. However, if you’re still hesitant, you could consider the upcoming Hyundai Creta Electric, which is also a very capable option. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts 
