Maruti Suzuki cars in India (20)

Subject: Upgrading from a 2015 i20 to a Strong Hybrid SUV/MPV (Rs. 20–30 Lakh): Prioritizing Performance & Rear Comfort Background: I currently own a 2015 Hyundai i20 Elite and am looking to upgrade to a family-oriented SUV or MPV. My budget is between Rs. 20 lakh and Rs. 30 lakh (on-road), and I am strictly looking for a strong-hybrid powertrain. Core Requirements: Rear-Seat Comfort: This is an absolute priority. I am looking for excellent legroom, supportive seating, and a plush ride quality for rear passengers on long journeys. Performance: I want a car that doesn't just deliver high fuel efficiency but also feels punchy and effortless to drive, with strong acceleration for highway overtaking. City Drivability: My father will occasionally drive the car in town and finds large vehicles difficult to maneuver. Good visibility, light steering, and parking aids like a 360-degree camera are crucial for him. Current Shortlist & Dilemma: I am considering the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara / Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder strong hybrids since they fit my budget perfectly, and their compact footprint makes them much easier for my father to drive and park. However, I am concerned that their 1.5L 3-cylinder hybrid engine lacks the outright performance I want, and their rear-seat headroom and overall cabin space feel like a compromise. Alternatively, I am highly tempted to stretch my budget to Rs. 33–35 lakh for the Toyota Innova Hycross / Maruti Suzuki Invicto (mid-variants). The 2.0L hybrid engine offers the strong performance I crave, and the MPV architecture delivers unmatched rear-seat comfort. My only fear is that their sheer size will be too intimidating for my father in city traffic. Which option should I choose?

Team Autocar India, I have recently moved to Goa and am still learning the lay of the land. I am thinking of buying a car and I am a first-time driver as well. I got my license at 18, but I have never owned a car, so I lack driving practice. My budget is within Rs 3 lakh to buy a used car. What should I look out for when buying a pre-owned car, especially given Goa's humid and monsoonal weather? Also, which would be the right choice, a petrol or an electric used car? Which car models would you suggest I consider? Thanks, AL

I’m confused between the Maruti Suzuki Victoris VXi Smart Hybrid Petrol Automatic and the VXi Strong Hybrid. Most of my driving will be in the city, with a monthly running of around 1,000km. Which of these two variants would make more sense for my usage, considering fuel efficiency, running costs and overall value for money?

Hi, I am planning to buy a sub-4-metre automatic SUV but am confused between the Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi AT, Hyundai Venue HX5 DCT, Mahindra XUV 3XO RevX M (O)/Edge, Kia Sonet HTK (O) DCT and Tata Nexon Creative DCA. Which of these would offer the best value for money? Do the reliability and overheating issues associated with DCT/DCA gearboxes still persist? My priorities are good real-world fuel efficiency and a smooth, reliable automatic gearbox. Driver-seat visibility and the availability of a reverse camera are also important considerations. Which would you recommend based on these requirements?

Hi, I am looking for hybrid options. Until now, I was getting convinced by the Hyryder, but the Duster has changed my mind. However, I am not happy with the rear seat row of the Duster. Should I wait for the Hyundai Creta Hybrid if it is launching? My monthly running is 600-700 km, with 90% city driving (for office commute) and highway trips once every 3 months.