I have learned driving on Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire. I feel this a very robust car that is good on milleage, helps with ample space, easier maintenance and availability of spare parts. I have driven it across landscapes and beleive this is the best pocket friendly starter car out there.

But since I own Suzuki Dzire, I would advocate for that. Simply because I feel in this budget, no other "Sedan" can come close to what Dzire gives...great mileage, great resale value, easy maintanence and affordability of parts are the resons why I think Dzire is highly underrated.

I prefer Dzire ZXi AT. First and the foremost its 5 star NCAP rating which makes it a safe car. Of course the reliable Maruti name is a big pull. I have driven the older version and the engine performance, NVH and handling left me impressed. I would have gone for it had it not been the poor sales experience at the showroom. The new launch is visually striking and the Z-Series 1.2 L with 5 speed AT am sure packs a punch. In Bhopal's bumper to bumper traffic it sure soothes nerves