Re: Which AT Compact SUV for me? Quote:
Originally Posted by RT13 The others don’t have their refinement and plush feel for sure though. It’s all a toss-up. I’d actually say look at the Rapid and Polo which seem like stonking value today but for older folks they may not be as high (for ingress/egress) as desirable. Maybe wait for the new launches in the coming months?
One comparatively less exciting option would be the S Cross. Same petrol engine and gearbox as the Brezza in a nicer package imo. |
I don't see any interesting options coming soon in the SC-SUV space, apart from the Citroen, which for sure will be priced at a premium; and the Vitara Brezza, which I doubt will have a good TC / CVT box.
I never quite liked the S-cross. Also, we're lookign for a Sub-4m car. Quote:
Originally Posted by IshaanIan Also considering you are going for an automatic, do you really need a pseudo SUV? I understand that it gives a better view of the road, but with an autobox taking care of the gears, do you really feel like you need that view in order to aid your driving? I would suggest looking into the premium hatchback segment instead and saving other road users from having their view of the road ahead, blocked  |
Like I mentioned in my opening post, the car is also for my parents and hence the requirement is a higher seating; not necessarily a SUV. But none of the good hatchbacks offer higher seating. Even the 3rd Gen Swift has lower seating compared to the 2nd gen. Quote:
Originally Posted by McLaren Rulez If you can wait, the Tata HBX might be an interesting choice that is both VFM and safe, although buying a Tata in the first year of launch is a gamble too. |
I had considered the HBX, but the fact that TATA is launching that with AMT compelled me to give it a pass. Also, I doubt TATA will launch that with a DCT, if at all they plan to! Quote:
Originally Posted by charanreddy My experience with an AMT Brezza was horrible, but Nexon is a different ball game, even in city mode. In the sports mode it is  |
I have driven the Nexon AMT & didn't quite like it. I know not all AMT's are the same; but somehow I don't consider them in the league of automatics. No offence to anyone owning one. Quote:
Originally Posted by Diesel_Drives In addition to the technicalities already discussed above and through the channels, just check with your risk appetite as well!  (Coming from an owner of Nissan Kicks 1.5 D) | Quote:
Originally Posted by car_guy1998 Between Magnite and Sonet,I would recommend the Sonet only if you are going for Diesel AT.The Diesel AT in Sonet is way much better than others like Nexon and XUV300 and even felt better than the Seltos due to being lightweight.Even after being aware of Hyundai/Kia issues and crash test result,I still recommend you the Sonet only if you are going for Diesel AT. |
This by far is the biggest USP for the Sonet. The Koreans have seriously nailed it here. Quote:
Originally Posted by vishys I loved the Kiger's interiors and design more, but the baffling lack of safety features is off-putting. |
Totally agree with you. I too test drove the Kiger NA and found it decent. But the lack of safety features in Kiger for a premium over the Magnite is beyond me. Quote:
Originally Posted by Nilesh5417 We have been speculating Nissan will shut shop since years. Honestly, not sure if it's going to happen any time soon. So maybe you should worry less (not saying don't worry). |
That is another dilemma. This is exactly what I mentioned in my opening post. Nissan's future is India is still not so clear. Quote:
Originally Posted by throttlehead OP, I'm in the same boat. My current ride is an Ecosport 1.5 TDCI and I'm struggling to make a choice between SCSUVs and CSUV that feel like an upgrade. Test drove all the cars you listed and some more (Compass, Seltos, Creta). Barring the Compass (which I felt was overpriced and beyond my budget), none of the cars came close to making a great impression. The Sonet diesel felt good but I've settled on waiting it out for the launch of the Kusaq / Taigun before putting 16 big ones on that car. |
IMHO Kushaq and Tiguan are definitely worth the wait. I would definitely prefer the Germans here. Quote:
Originally Posted by karavadi143 While the Magnite is still a great VFM package, the drawback is with a cold response from their Service advisors. At least in Bangalore, there was no response for enquiries or test drive after request for almost a week. |
This is a pan-India problem with Nissan dealers. Seriously wonder how will they cope with the service part. Quote:
Originally Posted by Tarrodie In any case, I old school enough to say that it is better to wait for 6 months to a year after a launch to allow any niggles or major faults to surface. Recalls are good, but they can be pain too, from my personal experience. Depending upon what the recall is for, it can even alter the nature of your car. |
Fully agree here. I have had my fair share of learnings of buying a freshly launched product. |