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I am looking for a car that is comfortable, and also low on maintenance. My annual travel is about 18,000 km. I have shortlisted Ford Fiesta, Maruti SX4 and Hyundai Verna. Please help me choose a car.
Manoj Paroolker
Go for the Ford Fiesta ZXi diesel which has just been launched. It has a remarkably fuel-efficient engine, and is good to drive in the city. However, on account of maintenance, we suggest you work out a comprehensive plan with the dealer before you take delivery.
I am planning to buy a new car. My average daily run will be around 100 km, not exceeding 3,000 km a month. I am looking for a car which is high on style, performance, mileage and comfort but with low maintenance costs. My budget is not fixed yet, but I am considering to limit it to around Rs. 7 lakh. I am also in a dilemma as to whether I should opt for a diesel or a petrol engine. I have shortlisted a few cars such as the Swift, Fabia, Dzire and MUVs such as the Scorpio and Innova. If the big vehicles can meet my requirements, I might consider them too.
Aneesh S S
You certainly would be better off with a diesel-engined car for your usage. We would suggest the Dzire diesel as it matches your requirements. The Dzire is fuel-efficient and, like most Maruti products, will be easy on your pocket. We assume that this will be a self-drive car in which case you will find the front seats comfortable as well. There are only two problems with the Dzire. First, the rear seat is quite cramped compared to other cars. So it is not an ideal family car. But the bigger problem is that there is a long waiting list, which runs into many weeks.
Can you tell me about the brands that are likely to be launched within the next year, in the same segment as the Maruti SX4? What about the VW Jetta? Will it be competitively priced. like the Fabia Diesel? Are there any other VW brands likely to be launched in the Rs. 6-9 lakh range? Will Honda come up with a diesel version of either the new City or the Jazz?
D. Adarsh
The next six months will be quite exciting in terms of launches. The new Toyota Corolla is expected in September 2009 and will be priced between Rs.10-12 lakh and the Fiat Linea is expected at the same time and will be priced between Rs.7-9 lakh. The VW Jetta is expected in July 2009 and should cost between Rs.13-16 lakh and will come with a petrol and diesel engine. There is no model from VW expected in the Rs. 6-9 lakh range this year, but the Polo will come out next year. There are no plans for diesel engines for either the Jazz or the new City.
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