Maruti Fronx vs Hyundai Exter vs Nissan Magnite: which makes for the best first car?

Please help me pick between the automatic versions of the Hyundai Exter, Maruti Fronx and Nissan Magnite. My budget is Rs 13 lakh (on-road). This will be my first car, and I’ll only use it on weekends and occasionally. Which of these will be reliable, easy to maintain, and fun to drive?

Nikunj Joshi, Thane

Autocar India says: Out of the options you have listed, the Maruti Fronx Turbo automatic meets your requirements, and with the on-going discounts, the Zeta Turbo AT could fall within your budget. You could consider the Toyota Taisor Turbo G AT too, which is essentially a rebadged version of the Maruti Fronx.

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