Latest questions
Asked by: Suresh Hi, I’m 47 years old, 6 ft tall, and my son is 21 years old, 6’3″ tall. I’m looking to buy a Royal Enfield Classic 350, but my son is interested in the Classic 650. My main concern is mileage, as we’ll do more than 95% city driving. Could you please suggest which bike suits us better? Since almost all of your usage is going to be in the city, going for the Royal Enfield Classic 650 doesn't make sense because its rear suspension is quite stiff, and in traffic, its 243kg kerb weight will be a task to deal with, especially considering the way the engine will splay your legs out. You are right to worry about fuel efficiency because the 648cc twin is not very fuel efficient at slow city speeds, especially considering the bike's 243kg kerb weight. The Classic 350 is a lovely bike to use inside the city with its upright ergonomics, plush suspension and torquey, soulful engine. The Goan Classic is also something you can take a look at if you like its custom bike look, although it does trade off a little bit of practicality and comfort to the Classic. Asked by: Anwesha Dey I’m planning to buy a bike next year (around August). I want a mid-range model (<300 cc) with ground clearance>175 mm, a comfortable pillion seat, and adventure-style capability. I won’t commute daily, but my rides are long when I do them, so good mileage is important. I plan to start longer trips from 2027 and prefer to avoid brands with higher maintenance costs (e.g., Yamaha). Could you suggest suitable models? Considering your requirements, we would recommend you choose between the KTM 250 Adventure and TVS Apache RTX 300. Both have good performance, are spacious, have comfortable suspension, more than enough ground clearance and will be fuel efficient because of their smaller displacement. Between the two, our pick would be the RTX because of its lower price point while offering more performance and features. Asked by: Manikandan I’ve been riding a Himi450 for 2 years and want to upgrade to a bigger, twin-cylinder bike with more power and refinement — thinking about a Himi750 or BMW F450. A new Himi750 may launch in about a year; should I wait for the new model or buy an existing bike now? I also own a Ford Freestyle (2019, 58,754 km) and drive up to 250 km weekly. If I upgrade my car, I want a powerful, refined, reliable SUV with 4×4, no sunroof, and only essential safety features. Should I buy a new or used for the car, and which options would fit these needs? Since you've cut your teeth on the Himalayan 450 for quite a while now, stepping up to a twin-cylinder offering like the Himalayan 750 or BMW F 450 GS is a good bet. We would recommend a thorough test ride of both machines once they are launched, and would also advise you to wait some months after their launch before making your purchase. Asked by: Bharat Agarwal Which SUV should I buy within a ₹20 lakh budget? I’m looking for a powerful SUV that’s safe, fuel-efficient, and suitable for a family of five. If you’re looking for a top variant with all the premium features, consider the Mahindra XUV 3XO, the AX7 Luxury 1.2 Petrol GDI AT variant. This Mahindra car has a wide cabin that comfortably accommodates five occupants, a powerful 1.2-litre turbo-petrol engine, and a full 5-star Bharat NCAP safety rating. The only drawback is its relatively small boots.If you want something larger, the Mahindra XUV700, the AX5 Select diesel variant, is a great option. It’s very spacious with the option of two extra seats, has a full 5-star Global NCAP rating, and its 2.0-litre diesel engine is powerful and efficient. Asked by: Arghya Prasun Da I need to buy my second car purely for driving pleasure. Budget is within ₹25 lakh, and I definitely want an ICE petrol vehicle. Sedan, SUV, or MUV, anything works. Please advise. Since driving pleasure is your main priority, you’ll appreciate the dynamics of a sedan. Consider the Volkswagen Virtus or the Skoda Slavia, both powered by a punchy 150hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine.The Volkswagen does have the advantage of being available with a 6-speed manual gearbox, which will be more engaging to drive. Alternatively, you could consider the Hyundai Verna, which gets a slightly more powerful engine (160hp, 1.5 turbo petrol), but it isn't as dynamically sorted as the VW or Skoda. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts 
