Maruti Suzuki S-Presso

You can expect a solid 21 kmpl to 22 kmpl in the city, while highway cruising often pushes it up to 24 kmpl or 25 kmpl. The CNG variant is even more of a fuel-sipper, easily delivering around 32 km/kg for those looking to keep running costs at a minimum.

It is primarily designed as a nimble city runabout, and while it comes with standard safety features like dual airbags and ESP, it holds a 1-star Global NCAP rating. It feels most confident and stable when kept under 80-100 km/h, as the lightweight build can feel a bit breezy at higher speeds.

Surprisingly, yes! Because of its tall-boy design, there is plenty of headroom even for someone 6 feet tall. The high seating position also makes it very easy to get in and out of, which is a big plus for elderly passengers or taller drivers.

The most common gripes are the basic interior plastics and the lack of some modern features like rear power windows or a rear wiper. Some drivers also find the steering a bit stiff to return to the center after a turn, and the cabin can get a little noisy when you're driving fast.

It does, and it's quite popular for city traffic. The AGS (Auto Gear Shift) is available in the VXi and VXi+ trims, offering a clutch-free experience that makes bumper-to-bumper commutes much less tiring than the manual version.

You get a decent 240 to 270 liters of space, which is enough for a couple of medium suitcases or your weekly grocery haul. If you need to carry more, the rear seat folds down, though it’s a single bench fold rather than a split seat.

It is one of the most affordable cars to maintain in India, with a typical annual service costing between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000. Since it shares many parts with other Maruti models, repairs are quick and spare parts are available almost everywhere.