Booked a Maruti Ciaz Alpha AT to replace my existing Ciaz manual

I also have a Hyundai Verna IVT which is an amazing car but lags in terms of the air-conditioning, especially at the rear, when compared to the Ciaz.

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I have a Maruti Ciaz MT and a Hyundai Verna IVT (purchased last year in place of my Ertiga).

The Ciaz is the daily runner and I am chauffeur-driven on all days except Sundays. It is supremely comfortable, especially from a back seat perspective.

I have now booked a Ciaz Alpha AT to replace my existing Ciaz MT as it fulfils a few creature comforts again (mentioned below) from a back seat perspective and that too at an attractive price point.

While the Verna is in every way an amazing car as compared to the Ciaz, it lags in terms of air conditioning, especially at the rear. And in general, to achieve an equivalent ambient temperature, the air conditioner in the Verna has to be set two degrees lower than in the Ciaz.

Further, the CarPlay in the Ciaz would enable usage of the infotainment system from the rear seat, a feature missing in other sedans. And last, the rear and side window curtains also add to the comfort.

I would agree with all points mentioned by SGTREPEAT in his post, especially in terms of reliability and Maruti service levels.

I would like to add that Gasoline Ethanol blended up to E20 can be used as fuel for this vehicle (applicable to other MSIL vehicles like Grand Vitara etc.) unlike vehicles which are only E20 compatible which adds to the peace of mind especially when travelling outside cities.

In short, it serves the purpose well as a chauffeur-driven car.

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