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Originally Posted by CarMaster_059 But make sure to get the 1.5 Manual and not the 1.0 TSI manual. 1.0 Tsi has its fair share of problems and will leave you wanting more in terms of fuel efficiency, especially under loads or hill station trips. |
The price of the 1.5TSI engine is dangerously close to much bigger cars like the Harrier, hector, etc. Hence, we wouldn't be considering the 1.5TSI simply due to the meaningless price quoted by Skoda.
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Originally Posted by Mustang Sammy However, if you have older family members who will use or sit in the car, then the city with its low seating height can be troublesome.
The Brezza or S-Cross is a better option IMHO, with good resale value as well. |
Ingress and egress wouldn't be an issue for us. We aren't considering any Maruti cars due to a terrible experience with my cousin's SX4.
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Originally Posted by ADFreak8322 Also since your running would be majorly in Gurgaon then you would not have any problems in Honda city regarding GC issues. |
The roads in Gurgaon are pretty much smooth; so, ground clearance wouldn't be a problem at all.
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Originally Posted by aniketi I strongly recommend to take a look at 4th Generation Honda City as well. Currently it is very sweet deal. IMHO it looks better than 5th generation Honda City. |
Dealership at Chandigarh is quoting 10.6 Lakh rupees for the V variant of the 4th Gen Honda City. Plus the colour options are limited to just white and sliver. All other colours in the 4th Generation City are either discontinued or unavailable.
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Originally Posted by pradheepsr
From what I see in your scenario. If it is that some spirited driving you seek along with an excellent ride-handling package, and of course if don’t mind about Skoda’s after sales/service issues-the kushaq 1.0 TSI ambition is the one to go for. |
I am willing to take the risk of the horrendous ASS of Skoda India. However, for now I'm more inclined towards the City.
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Originally Posted by 07CR I am not sure at what price you are getting the Active variant, but it's a very barebones variant(for eg- doesn't even get Climate control,keyless entry, rear wash wipe and rear defogger, rear parcel shelf etc.) City V variant by contrast offers a lot lot more than the Kushaq Active varaint. Same is true for VX and Ambition varaints. I will suggest you go through the thorough ownership review of Bhpian trackday for City V CVT variant. https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/test-...ty-review.html (Athena | My 5th-Gen Honda City Review) |
I agree, Active feels worse than the Rider variant of the Rapid. Wouldn't be considering the Active now and would stick to Ambition.
The review by fellow BHPian trackway was wonderful and super informative.
Thanks.
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Originally Posted by kamilharis Kushaq is a nice car to own but comparing side by side, other than few positives points on the performance side (1.5V-tec is not that bad either!), overall the Honda City wins hands down. |
After driving the two back to back, one can immediately feel the difference between the conventional NA engine and the modern day turbo petrol. They are literally opposite in terms of functioning. And according to my dad's driving style, the NA is better. Driving in bumper to bumper traffic is sure to get the turbo engine in the Kushaq to stall.
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Originally Posted by VVN Kushaq is definitely better built than the City but I'd never trade reliability, especially during pandemic times. |
Honda City is more reliable between the two no doubt. In recent times, Skoda has tried to improve their A.S.S though. If reliability was the only criteria for me, I would have gone and gotten myself a City with a second thought.
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Originally Posted by TrackDay
But always, and I say this again always check out the car you want with your family. Ask the local dealers, and if possible to bring the variant you want to your residence. Check which one suits to your family's satisfaction. Happy shopping |
Being used to the hassle free ownership of Innova, family is inclined towards the Honda. But at the same time, the design of the Kushaq just draws you to it.
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Originally Posted by lina The only question you need to ask is whether you need ground clearance. If you arent too bothered about that, go for the city without hesitation! |
Ground clearance wouldn't be an issue in Gurgaon.
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Originally Posted by advenk999 Skoda ASS can also be a hit or miss. That said, Honda too isn't the best as far as the ASS experience is concerned. |
Having owned the 3rd Gen City, I too can say that the quality of service has decreased slightly over the years. A friend of mine owns the pre-facelift 4th Gen City and has told me many times that the he owns isn't as solidly built as mine. Although I am guessing both Citys are built on the same platform.
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Originally Posted by Vasanth Rear seat and boot is way better than Kushaq’s. |
This is where you are absolutely right. Although we prefer the high seating of the Kushaq, the City has much plusher seats in comparison. Plus the beige interiors really uplift the ambience and make the cabin airier than that of the Kushaq.
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Originally Posted by JishD Since the OP mentions that this car will only be used for 1 year odd (hoping covid dies down by then), resale should take priority. |
We won't be selling it after a year, its just that the cars usage will decline significantly as we plan to buy a new car as soon as covid dies down.
*NOTE* - We are inclined towards the City now simply because of its comfort oriented nature. Space is a lot more in the City than in the Kushaq, even more, the City feels value for money. We did test drive the CVT and came out rather impressed. There's not much of a price difference between V CVT and VX Manual.
To conclude - 80% chance that we'll get the City.
I would like to thank everyone for their valuable inputs. By the end of this week probably, we would have decided which car to buy.