[blackasta]

Originally Posted by agbenny

Looking for a Hatch, after our 8yrs old i10AT. Like to stick to AT (preferably CVT). Is there any other option other than Baleno below 10L?
I heard i20 AT is in chords. Can we see that on roads soon?

Originally Posted by Rajeevraj

i20 AT is already available. But in a lower variant (I think Magna) and with a huge premium.

CVT you have the Jazz and Micra and if you are open to other AT technologies you have several other options like the Figo DCT, Ignis AMT, Swift/Dzire AMT's etc..

Originally Posted by Rajeevraj

My mistake, looks like they stopped it (or it just died a natural death). It had been launched in late 2016 (News Link (Why is Hyundai stubbornly not launching the Elite i20 Automatic? EDIT: Launched at 9.01 lakhs!) )

i20 CVT in the facelift model is supposed to be launched in May 2018.

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian...ml#post4352088

[agbenny]

Originally Posted by Rajeevraj

My mistake, looks like they stopped it (or it just died a natural death). It had been launched in late 2016 (News Link (Why is Hyundai stubbornly not launching the Elite i20 Automatic? EDIT: Launched at 9.01 lakhs!) )

Looks like waiting to check this in May is worth and then choose between Jazz and this one.

Bit irrelevant to this one: Any news on all new Polo (GT TSI, of course)?

[a4anurag]

Car used so far: Maruti Alto K10 VXi AMT (Sold into the family)

Usage: 40 kms per day in city only (Currently in Hyderabad then will be transferred to Mangalore along with my Creta).

Replacement options looking for:

1. Ford Figo 1.5L Petrol DCT
2. VW Polo GT TSI

Requirements:

• FE
• Better build
• Overall Quality
• Ease of driveability (I know it is an AT already)
• Space isn't a concern as it'll be a solo used

[Vid6639]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Car used so far: Maruti Alto K10 VXi AMT (Sold into the family)

Usage: 40 kms per day in city only (Currently in Hyderabad then will be transferred to Mangalore along with my Creta).

Replacement options looking for:

1. Ford Figo 1.5L Petrol DCT
2. VW Polo GT TSI

Requirements:

• FE
• Better build
• Overall Quality
• Ease of driveability (I know it is an AT already)
• Space isn't a concern as it'll be a solo used

2 best options for you are Brio and Ignis.

Figo and Polo don't satisfy FE criteria. Secondly for city use, best to avoid DSG.

[paragsachania]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Usage: 40 kms per day in city only (Currently in Hyderabad then will be transferred to Mangalore along with my Creta).

Mangalore in general has never been notorious in terms of traffic gridlocks or for that matter a pain to drive in peak hours city.

Since you have mentioned 40Kms per day, I am sure you would know the source and destination that you will have to travel to and from in Mangalore.

For below 2 needs and Mangalore as the place to drive daily, I think you can as well consider the manual options unless you are already pampered now by the ease and experience of driving Auto boxes.

Requirements:

• FE
• Ease of driveability (I know it is an AT already)

But do let us know what you finally decided based on your needs!!

Or you meant Hyderabad (if so, makes sense)?

[a4anurag]

Sorry for not mentioning it clearly in my original post, the car is for my wife. I am happy with my Creta.

Originally Posted by Vid6639

2 best options for you are Brio and Ignis.

At Mangalore we just sold off a WagonR VXi (2013) and Brio VX (2013) for the new car that will be booked in Mid-May.

Originally Posted by paragsachania

For below 2 needs and Mangalore as the place to drive daily, I think you can as well consider the manual options unless you are already pampered now by the ease and experience of driving Auto boxes.

Car is for my wife, hence AT is primary need.

Originally Posted by paragsachania

But do let us know what you finally decided based on your needs!!

99% it is Polo GT TSI (in White).

[paragsachania]

Originally Posted by a4anurag

99% it is Polo GT TSI (in White).

That will be indeed lovely pick I would say. Loads of fun to have with that hot hatch and you will end up driving it most of the times than your better half !

And In a way, I am glad that their products are finally finding buyers who were really not very keen few years back including you.

Originally Posted by a4anurag

Nothing to be surprised at all. Arrogance, poor customer relations, No response to questions, head-strong attitude - all are the qualities with the staff at VW dealership/ASC. Nothing is clear be it during sales or service. Any uninformed customer will be taken for a royal ride.



A similar issue that happened with me when I went to VW dealer to TD the Polo GT TDl.

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/indian...ml#post3319108

These guys do need to learn and improve. They do need to learn the way Maruti and Hyundai work in India. The volumes sold by Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai are mind boggling so will be the number of vehicles to be serviced at the respective ASC's.

Swift response, clear billing, positive smiling attitude (read greeting/welcoming) all need to be incorporated by the staff at VW for people to walk in their dealership.

Note: No offence to VW owners. This is my personal experience.

It is certainly a positive trait and they have come a long way to ensure that perceptions changed and their buyer base increased. Please to know you will be one of them!

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by paragsachania

It is certainly a positive trait and they have come a long way to ensure that perceptions changed and their buyer base increased. Please to know you will be one of them!

I agree.

Thanks for digging out that old post when I had gone for TD'ing the Polo GT TDI. VW dealers in Hyderabad too are being helpful for TD's done so far. Happy that they are changing.

[samaspire]

Originally Posted by paragsachania

Mangalore in general has never been notorious in terms of traffic gridlocks or for that matter a pain to drive in peak hours city.

Slowly, but surely, Mangalore is getting there. With an eye on the future, an automatic is the way to go for city usage - heck, even for a town like Udupi.

Originally Posted by a4anurag

99% it is Polo GT TSI (in White).

Why do I get the feeling that this has more to do with Polo's mod-friendly nature

[a4anurag]

Originally Posted by samaspire

Why do I get the feeling that this has more to do with Polo's mod-friendly nature

Oh yes.

I've shortlisted many already on what all can be done even before booking the car.

But it'll not be too extensive as it's not me who'll be using it primarily.

[Lambydude]

I'm facing one of the biggest dilemmas of my life till now. Couple of months back we decided to buy a second car for my wife who has just learnt driving. We already have Skoda rapid diesel which we plan to keep for 3-4 years more.

The new car should be automatic, should be easy to drive and should have good overall visibility. Although the budget was max 8 lacs, we decided to stretch till 11.5 lacs only for POLO GT TSI or EcoSport Trend.

Short listed Ignis, new swift, and Tiago ( all variants under 8 lacs). After the test drives, eliminated marutis as we could not adjust to the sad build quality.
Now we have two options in front of us
1. Tiago XZA - 6.9 lacs on road Bangalore, good build quality, good music system, good visibility, ticks most of the boxes. However, have doubts about the AMT gearbox. Will be used strictly in the city. No highway runs in a small car.

2. EcoSport trend - Again, ticks most of the boxes. Bigger car than Tiago. Can use it on the highway. May not need to buy a bigger car as an upgrade to Rapid for 4-5 years. Better gearbox (TC), touchscreen and reverse camera. However, it is costly by 4.5 lacs compared to Tiago.

We can stretch and buy EcoSport if we can convince ourselves on the value addition. However, we are not able to decide. Any valuable thoughts, advice which would help us decide are welcome.

[Dr.Suraj]

Originally Posted by Lambydude

I'm facing one of the biggest dilemmas of my life till now. Couple of months back we decided to buy a second car for my wife who has just learnt driving. We already have Skoda rapid diesel which we plan to keep for 3-4 years more.

The new car should be automatic, should be easy to drive and should have good overall visibility. Although the budget was max 8 lacs, we decided to stretch till 11.5 lacs only for POLO GT TSI or EcoSport Trend.

Short listed Ignis, new swift, and Tiago ( all variants under 8 lacs). After the test drives, eliminated marutis as we could not adjust to the sad build quality.
Now we have two options in front of us
1. Tiago XZA - 6.9 lacs on road Bangalore, good build quality, good music system, good visibility, ticks most of the boxes. However, have doubts about the AMT gearbox. Will be used strictly in the city. No highway runs in a small car.

2. EcoSport trend - Again, ticks most of the boxes. Bigger car than Tiago. Can use it on the highway. May not need to buy a bigger car as an upgrade to Rapid for 4-5 years. Better gearbox (TC), touchscreen and reverse camera. However, it is costly by 4.5 lacs compared to Tiago.

We can stretch and buy EcoSport if we can convince ourselves on the value addition. However, we are not able to decide. Any valuable thoughts, advice which would help us decide are welcome.

Highway runs, usually, if you have a diesel car lying around, you will prefer that one only.
Happens with our Manza and Tiago too.
So your Rapid will serve well for the highway trips. The 2nd car is purely city use and maybe the one off highway. Rarely. Tiago AMT is no issue in the city. Can vouch for it. 1 year and 6237 kms done. Including a few highway trips. Auto in city mode is perfect for city. Occasionally for fun can use sports mode too. Helps.

My 2 paise. Save the money. Doesn't seem justified to go all the way upto a EcoSport. If you really wish to spend the the Polo GT TSi is a good car to drive too. There's the Nexon AMT too. Compact SUV. Snazzy. Better FE in city than EcoSport (referring only to Petrol Automatic here). Otherwise, sky is the limit. I would love to have a Fiat 500 or Mini Cooper S as a city hatch. :P

[cogWheel]

Originally Posted by Lambydude

...The new car should be automatic, should be easy to drive and should have good overall visibility. Although the budget was max 8 lacs, we decided to stretch till 11.5 lacs only for POLO GT TSI or EcoSport Trend...

If you are looking for an easy to drive AT city runner as a second car, the Tiago AMT offers great value amongst the current options.

If visibility from driver's seat is important, make sure that in your test drives, you assess the blind spots created by the A pillars in the Ecosport.

If you are willing to wait a bit, the face lifted Ford Figo that is expected to come with updated petrol engine, suspension, interiors and a torque converter AT box may be a good alternative. For about a lakh and half more than the Tiago, it could offer a better engine (1.2L dragonfire), better safety (6 airbags), smoother AT and probably better handling.

[sridhu]

Have you considered the Ford Freestyle? Seems to tick all your boxes.

Do be aware though - Ford DCT box seems to be problematic (even more than the VW DSG).

[Lambydude]

Originally Posted by sridhu

Have you considered the Ford Freestyle? Seems to tick all your boxes.

Do be aware though - Ford DCT box seems to be problematic (even more than the VW DSG).

I doubt if Ford Freestyle has an automatic variant. IMO it has only manual
New 2018 EcoSport automatic comes with torque converter gearbox and not DCT.