Hello my good folks,

I'm finally getting my first car (via corporate leasing) and I've narrowed it down to two.

Me and my use case

• 6'4" driver
• Office commute, taking the family out, and occasional outstation drives
• ~1000 km/month (just an estimate; I'll probably drive more once I have a car)
• Can charge at home without issues
• First car for my family and me, so zero ownership experience

I'm only open to cars of this size and only EV and Hybrids (given fuel prices). Sedans are extremely uncomfortable for me and my family, since my father gets a lot of leg pain.

The lease setup

• 4-year lease on either car
• At the end, I can pay 20% of the car's value as residual and keep it, or hand it back (without paygin the 20%) and lease a brand new car
• So resale matters to me too, and I have no clue how strong hybrids or EVs hold value. I've only heard EVs don't resell well.

The contenders

• Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI+ (O), top-end Strong Hybrid automatic: ~22L on-road
• Mahindra XEV 9e Pack 2 59kWh, mid and smaller battery variant: ~25L on-road

Victoris

Pros

1. No-nonsense, reliable car
2. Pretty solid comfort overall
3. Cheaper parts and top-tier service reliability
4. Assuming better resale value (not sure how strong hybrids actually do)
5. Ventilated seats. Nice to have since I get very hot and sweaty, though not a dealbreaker with the AC

Cons

1. Looks and road presence fall short compared to the 9e
2. Not as punchy and fun to drive

XEV 9e

Pros

1. Absolutely stunning road presence
2. Insanely comfortable and spacious
3. Fantastic, punchy driving experience
4. Home charging is sorted, so daily use should be easy
5. Best of all, the joy on my parents' faces when I took them for a drive. This is playing a mental game on me and heavily swaying my decision 😂

Cons

1. Range anxiety on long drives, plus charging infra isn't the best (I'm in South India, where it's supposedly better)
2. Mahindra's notorious hit-or-miss service
3. Parts are considerably more expensive, going by friends with XUV500s and 700s
4. Heard EVs have poor resale, no idea how true that is
5. No ventilated seats in the variant I want, not the biggest deal breaker

What I'm looking for

Since home charging is sorted, my real worries are occasional outstation trips and long-term ownership (service, parts, resale). Would love input from anyone who owns either car or went through this as a first-time buyer.

1. How do strong hybrids and EVs actually hold resale value after 4 years?
2. Is the 9e's long-drive hassle overblown, or is Mahindra service the bigger risk?

Thanks in advance ya'll !!!

Hello my good folks,

I'm finally getting my first car (via corporate leasing) and I've narrowed it down to two.

Me and my use case

• 6'4" driver
• Office commute, taking the family out, and occasional outstation drives
• ~1000 km/month (just an estimate; I'll probably drive more once I have a car)
• Can charge at home without issues
• First car for my family and me, so zero ownership experience

I'm only open to cars of this size and only EV and Hybrids (given fuel prices). Sedans are extremely uncomfortable for me and my family, since my father gets a lot of leg pain.

The lease setup

• 4-year lease on either car
• At the end, I can pay 20% of the car's value as residual and keep it, or hand it back (without paygin the 20%) and lease a brand new car
• So resale matters to me too, and I have no clue how strong hybrids or EVs hold value. I've only heard EVs don't resell well.

The contenders

• Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI+ (O), top-end Strong Hybrid automatic: ~22L on-road
• Mahindra XEV 9e Pack 2 59kWh, mid and smaller battery variant: ~25L on-road

Victoris

Pros

1. No-nonsense, reliable car
2. Pretty solid comfort overall
3. Cheaper parts and top-tier service reliability
4. Assuming better resale value (not sure how strong hybrids actually do)
5. Ventilated seats. Nice to have since I get very hot and sweaty, though not a dealbreaker with the AC

Cons

1. Looks and road presence fall short compared to the 9e
2. Not as punchy and fun to drive

XEV 9e

Pros

1. Absolutely stunning road presence
2. Insanely comfortable and spacious
3. Fantastic, punchy driving experience
4. Home charging is sorted, so daily use should be easy
5. Best of all, the joy on my parents' faces when I took them for a drive. This is playing a mental game on me and heavily swaying my decision 😂

Cons

1. Range anxiety on long drives, plus charging infra isn't the best (I'm in South India, where it's supposedly better)
2. Mahindra's notorious hit-or-miss service
3. Parts are considerably more expensive, going by friends with XUV500s and 700s
4. Heard EVs have poor resale, no idea how true that is
5. No ventilated seats in the variant I want, not the biggest deal breaker

What I'm looking for

Since home charging is sorted, my real worries are occasional outstation trips and long-term ownership (service, parts, resale). Would love input from anyone who owns either car or went through this as a first-time buyer.

1. How do strong hybrids and EVs actually hold resale value after 4 years?
2. Is the 9e's long-drive hassle overblown, or is Mahindra service the bigger risk?

Thanks in advance ya'll !!!

Hello my good folks,

I'm finally getting my first car (via corporate leasing) and I've narrowed it down to two.

Me and my use case

• 6'4" driver
• Office commute, taking the family out, and occasional outstation drives
• ~1000 km/month (just an estimate; I'll probably drive more once I have a car)
• Can charge at home without issues
• First car for my family and me, so zero ownership experience

I'm only open to cars of this size and only EV and Hybrids (given fuel prices). Sedans are extremely uncomfortable for me and my family, since my father gets a lot of leg pain.

The lease setup

• 4-year lease on either car
• At the end, I can pay 20% of the car's value as residual and keep it, or hand it back (without paygin the 20%) and lease a brand new car
• So resale matters to me too, and I have no clue how strong hybrids or EVs hold value. I've only heard EVs don't resell well.

The contenders

• Maruti Suzuki Victoris ZXI+ (O), top-end Strong Hybrid automatic: ~22L on-road
• Mahindra XEV 9e Pack 2 59kWh, mid and smaller battery variant: ~25L on-road

Victoris

Pros

1. No-nonsense, reliable car
2. Pretty solid comfort overall
3. Cheaper parts and top-tier service reliability
4. Assuming better resale value (not sure how strong hybrids actually do)
5. Ventilated seats. Nice to have since I get very hot and sweaty, though not a dealbreaker with the AC

Cons

1. Looks and road presence fall short compared to the 9e
2. Not as punchy and fun to drive

XEV 9e

Pros

1. Absolutely stunning road presence
2. Insanely comfortable and spacious
3. Fantastic, punchy driving experience
4. Home charging is sorted, so daily use should be easy
5. Best of all, the joy on my parents' faces when I took them for a drive. This is playing a mental game on me and heavily swaying my decision 😂

Cons

1. Range anxiety on long drives, plus charging infra isn't the best (I'm in South India, where it's supposedly better)
2. Mahindra's notorious hit-or-miss service
3. Parts are considerably more expensive, going by friends with XUV500s and 700s
4. Heard EVs have poor resale, no idea how true that is
5. No ventilated seats in the variant I want, not the biggest deal breaker

What I'm looking for

Since home charging is sorted, my real worries are occasional outstation trips and long-term ownership (service, parts, resale). Would love input from anyone who owns either car or went through this as a first-time buyer.

1. How do strong hybrids and EVs actually hold resale value after 4 years?
2. Is the 9e's long-drive hassle overblown, or is Mahindra service the bigger risk?

Thanks in advance ya'll !!!

Hey everyone,

I'm looking to buy my first car under an on-road budget of 25L. I am a first-time driver and owner, and I qualify for a company car lease program (interest-free and downpayment-free monthly plan for 4 years with a 20% buy option at the end).

I'm 6'4" and looking to drive comfortably in the city.

My Usage

• Driving roughly 3 times a week to and from the office (~60 km round trip each).
• Occasional outstation trips around 300 to 400 km maybe once a month or so.
• Looking for comfort and joy for my family since they are ageing, while also keeping mileage and car longevity in mind.
• I am definitely concerned about petrol adulteration with E20 (who knows how much worse it will get) as well as exponentially rising petrol prices.

Options Explored and Test Driven

Strong Hybrids:

• Urban Cruiser Hyryder and Grand Vitara (essentially both are the same car)
• Victoris strong hybrid top end (my family's favorite in the petrol strong hybrid segment)

EVs:

• Mahindra XEV 9S Pack One (lowest variant) with the 79 kWh battery
• Mahindra XEV 9e Pack Two with the 59 kWh battery (my family's favorite in the EV segment since the look and presence was amazing)
• Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Pack Two / Three with 70 kWh / 79 kWh battery

All of these fall under my budget (with discounts etc.)

Looking for Advice On:

1. Any additional options under 25L that I should consider?
2. What key factors should I keep in mind as a first-time driver choosing between these options?
3. How manageable are these specific choices for someone who is 6'4" and driving frequently in city traffic?
4. People who've owned any of the above cars, looking for your insight as well.

PS: I used AI to refine the content of the post.

Hey everyone,

I'm looking to buy my first car under an on-road budget of 25L. I am a first-time driver and owner, and I qualify for a company car lease program (interest-free and downpayment-free monthly plan for 4 years with a 20% buy option at the end).

I'm 6'4" and looking to drive comfortably in the city.

My Usage

• Driving roughly 3 times a week to and from the office (~60 km round trip each).
• Occasional outstation trips around 300 to 400 km maybe once a month or so.
• Looking for comfort and joy for my family since they are ageing, while also keeping mileage and car longevity in mind.
• I am definitely concerned about petrol adulteration with E20 (who knows how much worse it will get) as well as exponentially rising petrol prices.

Options Explored and Test Driven (I'm looking for SUVs only but I need some good mileage)

Strong Hybrids:

• Urban Cruiser Hyryder and Grand Vitara (essentially both are the same car)
• Victoris strong hybrid top end (my family's favorite in the petrol strong hybrid segment)

EVs:

• Mahindra XEV 9S Pack One (lowest variant) with the 79 kWh battery
• Mahindra XEV 9e Pack Two with the 59 kWh battery (my family's favorite in the EV segment since the look and presence was amazing)
• Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq Pack Two / Three with 70 kWh / 79 kWh battery

All of these fall under my budget (with discounts etc.)

Looking for Advice On:

1. Any additional options under 25L that I should consider?
2. What key factors should I keep in mind as a first-time driver choosing between these options?
3. How manageable are these specific choices for someone who is 6'4" and driving frequently in city traffic?
4. People who've owned any of the above cars, looking for your insight as well.

PS: I used AI to refine the content of the post.

Hello my good folks

2019 Volkswagen Ameo Highline Plus 1.5L AT (D)16 Alloy

Km driven - 77k

Price - 5L

Transmission - DSG / DCT

Third owner

Found this deal on Spinny and wondering if this is a good deal ?

Looking for some advice here 🙏

Appreciate yall !!

I just got my driver’s license and I am officially looking for my first car.
Preferably USED !!

I'm completely new to the automobile world and could really use some guidance from the community.

Here is my situation:
Budget: Maximum ₹5 Lakhs.
Location: Bangalore.
My Size: I'm a big guy at 6'4" so I need something with good headroom and legroom where I won't feel cramped.
Transmission: Automatic since most of my usage is within the city.

Current status: Just started exploring certified pre-owned places like Maruti True Value, Toyota U-Trust.
I’m looking for a USED CAR.

I have two main areas where I’m looking for your expertise

1. Which cars should I actually look for?
   Given my height and budget, hatchbacks might be tight, so hoping to hear some options here I've heard some compact SUVs (like a Brezza or Ecosport) or spacious sedans? What models fit a 6'4" frame well under 5L in the current used market?

2. Where should I buy and what should I look out for?
   Are the organized certified platforms worth the premium, or should I look at local multi-brand dealers/Direct owners?
   Looking for recommendations on dealers or similar showrooms as well.
   Since I am a total newbie, what is a checklist of things I must check before handing over any money so I don't get scammed with a flooded or accidental car?
   Would love any specific dealership recommendations in Bangalore or general tips you wish you knew when buying your first used car.

Thanks in advance y’all, appreciate any support I can get.

(Refined with Gemini)