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Hyundai Venue | 98 | 18.08% | |
Maruti Vitara Brezza | 29 | 5.35% | |
Mahindra XUV300 | 62 | 11.44% | |
Tata Nexon | 137 | 25.28% | |
Ford EcoSport | 199 | 36.72% | |
Honda WR-V | 8 | 1.48% | |
Other (please specify in your post) | 9 | 1.66% | |
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21st March 2020, 11:07 | #106 | |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs Quote:
Would advice you to stay away from the Nexon AMT. Please go through this thread. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sour...1ud9kMFnrlZrdh Regarding the build quality of Brezza, it is better than other Maruti cars, as the Brezza and S-cross are built on Suzuki's global Vitara platform, unlike the other cars based on the HEARTECT platform. Both these cars are less susceptible to dents as compared to other Maruti cars. I have no experience of the Nios and the amaze, but their compact dimensions would mean that they are convenient to park. Though I have never driven a ciaz, but have extensively experienced it. I can vouch for the refinement, space and comfort that it offers, and it even falls in your budget. It's build quality is also not bad, it's at par with cars like the Honda amaze. But one thing you must keep in mind is that being a new driver, it's bonnet is a little difficult to judge, and the sheer length may make it a bit cumbersome for you to drive in city traffic. | |
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21st March 2020, 11:10 | #107 | |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs Quote:
I went with the Grand i10 nios sportz AMT despite having a budget of 15 lacs. Here are the reasons:
Since you are a new driver too, I'd suggest to not spend too much money. Get a cheap, compact car and enjoy it. The next time when you upgrade in a few years you'll know what to buy and more importantly will appreciate it. | |
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21st March 2020, 11:24 | #108 |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs I would say look at the Jazz VX CVT and the Polo GT TSI. A Jazz would undercut your budget by a lac or 2 and still be very roomy and solid. The Polo is even more solid, the old 1.2 was a lot better than the Jazz motor (but I do not know how the 1.0 is), but is a bit more expensive, worse equipped, and despite actually being longer, has worse cabin space. I suggest you drive those two and add them to your list. The Hyundais and Marutis are not nearly as well built. |
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21st March 2020, 11:45 | #109 | |
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21st March 2020, 13:17 | #110 |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs Hi Dhruv, After going through your thread, I would recommend you to stay away from Manuals because well you stay in Bangalore. I am personally not at all a fan of AMTs and feel they still have that jerkiness in abundance hence would stay away from one. Moreover, being a consumer, I do not feel feasible spending on a low quality tranny built for budget vehicles. Now, regarding the DCTs. It all depends on your running, if the same is limited and you keep engaging your GB to N Mode when you're on a signal for more than 40 seconds, it will be fine as it gives the Transmission a cool down time though still being your first car, be confident about your purchase. The Torque Converters and CVTs are your best bet and quite a few options are there in your budget. Again, would recommend avoiding Maruti Suzuki completely due to their sub standard build quality and lazy 4 speed 80s gearbox. I will simply recommend you Amaze. A Jack of All and master of none, it fits your requirements perfectly. The car is decent looking, the drive is nice with the butter smooth CVT and is fairly well equipped as well. Yes! The quality is not par Hyundai but it's a reliable work horse which will keep you happy. Moreover, being a Honda, maintenance costs will be pretty reasonable. I don't think in a market like Bangalore where thanks to the taxes, there will be a more value for money offering than the Amaze. Also, it's a good decision to go for a new car as the same would be your primary and only vehicle in your home and you're new in the market hence a new car always makes sense. I am not sure how much flexible are you with your budget hence not recommending vehicles beyond your mentioned figure. If you could be a little more clear it will be easier for all of us to suggest you something better. |
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21st March 2020, 14:40 | #111 |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs If you want good build quality and a fairly safe car, don't look at Maruti or Honda. Their cars aren't build good and aren't safe. Honda makes good cars, but only the expensive ones are good. Even Honda City has sad build quality. CRV, Civic, etc are great! Other than the Brezza from Maruti stable, i won't put my safety in any car from that company. Remember, this is a company which stopped sending cars to NCAP after the NCAP head challenger Maruti to make safe cars. And Maruti cars aren't cheap either, they're almost neck to neck in terms of pricing with other companies' pricing. If you plan to use it in bumper to bumper traffic, i suggest you go for a diesel vehicle as it will be easier on pocket. Brezza Diesel AMT seems like a good choice. If you can find one still being sold in the showroom, then it can be registered before 31st March. That should be a good option. If not, Tata Nexon diesel AMT, Ford Ecosport automatic, i20 CVT, etc are great choices too. |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs There's a new(old) automatic polo coming with a torque converter gearbox and a turbocharged engine, torque converters are very reliable and fast as well, my friend who works at VW has driven the car and told me that the gearbox is very quick. Testing has been done as well and there are no issues with the gearbox-engine combo. Regarding service cost being high, i own a polo myself and the service bill hasn't crossed 8k till now, there's a way to save some bucks during service by opting out of unnecessary stuff. You have 4 years of standard warranty which you can increase further, nill depp insurance which goes till 7 years. So don't worry about maintenance cost. With service schedule being 1 year or 15000 kilometres, you have to pay only once a year. With polo you'll get a compact hatch, very good handling, good ergonomics and a very solid build quality. Moreover you 'll get android auto/apple car play with decent sound system. The new polo will be supposedly cheaper as well due to deletion of dsg gearbox. Only thing which other manufacturers have over polo is network, volkswagen has limited service centers, but you living in banglore won't face this issue. |
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21st March 2020, 18:10 | #113 |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs Hi Dhruv, I have been going through all the postings and really appreciate the eagerness of forum members to suggest you a car that will be useful for your purposes. Now everyone has his/her priorities and those get reflected in the recommendations. I suggest you to prepare checklist with maximum positive ticks before you finalise your decision. You are a new driver - choose one which is having a compact size, good alround visibility from cabin, nimble and easy to drive and park. Need auto transmission - choose CVT or AT, donot go for any other option as those might need higher attention from you. Family /office car and mostly in city use - compact sedan or hatchback. Budget 11 lakhs - try to go for top model of whatever brand you choose with usable features. Interior - since Bangalore is famous for traffic congestion, you need to stay fresh; choose a car with good refreshing interior and comfort creatures. A good sound system will be a bonus! Engine - choose proven engine with better low end torque for ease of driving in stop and go traffic, that means good torque at lower rpm. Novelty and peace of mind - Choose a latest model from a reputed brand with good service back-up. Safety - Options are limited on safety rating, except Tata and Ford. Fuel efficiency - try to limit your carbon footprint as low as possible. Choose an efficient vehicle. My 2 cents; if I were you, I would have chosen Grand i10 Nios Sports AMT. |
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21st March 2020, 20:22 | #114 | |||
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs Quote:
As for Venue, completely avoiding DCTs due to the heating issues. Quote:
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs Hi Dhruv, If you can, please wait for new i20. I hope Hyundai will take the Premium Hatchback game on another level with this update. It will be worth a wait. I think it will be within your budgeted figure. The renderings looks damn cool. |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs Quote:
But I agree, if I have to go purely by the quality of the interiors/exterior, overall package, i10 NIOS makes most sense. Amaze is nice but I hate the look (personal choice, it's looks very boxy to me. Some people love it though and I understand the appeal). I also love the dashboard on Hyundai and my family has some very good experiences with Hyundai dealers. The only issues is it's a Tad expensive for the size and I am not sure how the AMT will fare in day to day traffic. My father is also biased against i10 NIOS Quote:
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I see your suggestions and even I agree top options till now comes up to be Grand i10 NIOS with some money saved for Accessories. I am just afraid how the AMT will perform in bumper to bumper traffic. | ||||||
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs I am owning Ford Figo 1.5 TDCi (MT) and Tata Tiago XTA (AMT). The later one is predominantly driven by my father. I am a driving enthusiast and enjoy my Figo to the fullest, moreover, Nashik is not a crowded place, still I think my next car will be an automatic transmission. Ford Figo/Aspire equipped with a 1.5 litre petrol engine and a 6 speed TC automatic is easily recommendable if you can take a hit on FE. It is a delightful combination. Unfortunately not yet available with BS6 version. Tata Tiago/Tigor AMT are well built, well equipped and VFM choices. I found Tata's AMT tuning better than Maruti's, I haven't experienced Hyundai's. I felt jerkiness in shifting from 1st to 2nd gear only, in rest of the gears its seamless and driving modes (City and Sport) are boon to tackle various situations. At the expense of jerkiness what one gets is inexpensive (buying and maintaining) automatic without any hit on FE. You may look for them or go for Nexon AT. |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs Hello Dhruv, Seriously, this thread has turned very interesting at the least for me! And, I would be curious to know which car would you pick. As far as your decision is concerned, I'm totally in support of you deciding to go for an automatic. Since last 6 years of driving an MT car in Bangalore, I have started feeling the need to go for an AT for sure. The urge to get an AT car started the moment I drove an AT car (Ford Aspire with a TC gear box.) I was spell bound and the moment I drove this car, I literally say this to everyone that I forgot all the traffic mess around me. I strongly suggest my friends and family to only got for ATs and nothing else. I've been following all the news about AT cars lately and I got few options for you in your price bracket. 1. Tata Tiago AMT 2. Tata Tigor AMT 3. Honda Amaze CVT 4. Hyundai Grand i10 Auto 5. Hyundai i10 Nios AMT (new entrant) 6. Hyundai i20 Auto 7. Hyundai Aura AMT (new entrant) 8. Maruti Suzuki Swift AMT 9. Maruti Suzuki Dzire AMT (new 2020 model has a fresh face now) 10. VW Polo GT TSI (Torque converter, yet to be launched) Reading all your comments on other posts, if I were to be you, I would have straight away walked into a Hyundai showroom and chosen any one of the below: 4. Hyundai Grand i10 Auto 5. Hyundai i10 Nios AMT (new entrant) 6. Hyundai i20 Auto 7. Hyundai Aura AMT (new entrant) Why do I say that? Hyundai cars are well put together, quality of the cabin makes you feel good. NVH are contained very well. ASS is also on par with Maruti. I would even say, you would always feel that you have spent your hard earned money well (which is a great feeling!) I'm not sure about TATA, as I don't have first/second hand experience. I'm against FORD. I myself own a FORD and I would also suggest you to stay away from this brand as the ASS is not that great. It doesn't make you feel great. Good luck with your search and purchase! Make the right choice and do what your heart says. And, please please keep us posted on which car you finally decide. Regards, Arun |
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21st March 2020, 21:02 | #119 |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs I think it is a right thread to clarify my doubt - If we discard AMT owing to jerkiness and DCT owing to reliability issues, we are left with TC and CVT as the only automatic options. By design and tuning, I always felt that TC is more suitable for predominantly highway drives and CVT is more suitable for predominantly city drive. Experienced people may throw some light. |
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| Re: My 1st Automatic Car - Budget 11 lakhs Quote:
So I don't get the price/space ratio argument here. Go and sit on the back seat of all these cars and you'll realize that it's not smaller than the other cars at all despite the exterior look. About the day-to-day commute. It's fine. My order of preference: TC > AMT > CVT > DCT. DCT have issues and CVT feels diabolical when you have to overtake, as the engine revs but the car doesn't accelerate. The AMT can sometimes catch you off-guard when switching from 1st to 2nd but other than that it has been perfectly fine in Bengaluru traffic. You get used to the AMT in a couple of weeks. There are some tricks (like take the foot off the accelerator and the engine will shift, you'll know that it shifts from 1st to second around 18-20 kmph, and how much accelerator to press to make it go a gear down). The new(old) polo definitely seems interesting. But the interiors will be the same and VW won't introduce the new polo in India for at least another 2 years. It's a shame since it would have been my choice of car if they launched the new variant in India. Paying a premium for 10 years old interiors is, well... Again, test drive all these vehicles and decide. Don't discard a car just because someone feels that way. Most of the guys here are experienced drivers and hence are more inclined towards the engine/gearbox than interiors and features, while we are noobies who prefer the other way round. | |
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