I'm trying to help my son buy his first car. The requirements are simple:
(1) Under 7 lakhs
(2) Automatic
(3) Good safety
(4) Reasonable maintenance charges for cars this old.
I did some research and found these models on the internet.
Hyundai Santro Xing XL AT eRLX Euro III 2005, 2006
Hyundai Santro Xing XG AT 2004
Hyundai Santro Xing GLS AT 2007
Hyundai i10 Magna AT 2009
Hyundai i10 Sportz 1.2 AT 2008
Hyundai i10 Sportz AT 2010
Toyota Corolla H4 2004
Honda City 1.5 GXI CVT 2004
Honda Accord V6 AT 2006
Honda Civic 1.8 V AT Inspire 2006
Honda Civic 1.8 S AT 2006
Skoda Laura L and K AT 2007
So, generally, there are a lot of Hyundais, some Honda City/Civic/Accords and Toyota Corrolas (and a couple Camrys). There are also a couple of older Skodas. The issue with finding out safety ratings is that these safety tests started out only recently and we are looking at cars that are at least 8 years old at this point. I want something that is safe for my kid and wife as they travel together most of the time.
Any suggestions?
Advert.