BHPian BrabarusMark<\/strong> recently shared this with other enthusiasts.<\/p>\n I had finally settled on the Kushaq 1.5 DSG and the booking for it is imminent. However, the Car Gods have a twisted sense of humour. I’ve come across a decently maintained used 2018 Volvo S60 diesel that is working out to be the same price as the Kushaq.<\/p>\n If I was anywhere else in India, this would be a no-brainer for me. Since I am in Gurgaon, the NCR rule for diesel would mean I only get 5 years with the Volvo. As a personal preference, I like purchasing things that I know will be used for as long as possible. I don’t see myself moving out of Gurgaon in the near future either.<\/p>\n So here’s my dilemma: Should I let the heart win and buy the Volvo, and enjoy the experience of a luxury car for the next 5 years or should I let the brain win and enjoy everything the Kushaq has to offer?<\/p>\n Here’s what GTO<\/strong> had to say on the matter:<\/p>\n The fact that you are in Gurgaon, a used 5-year-old diesel car is out of the question. You’ll barely be able to use it for 4 – 5 years, before selling it off for peanuts. Get the Kushaq 1.5L, it’s a wonderful car to drive.<\/p>\n Make sure you get the maximum extended warranty available. You’ll need it with a Skoda.<\/p>\n Side by side, also TD the Slavia \/ Virtus sedans. I feel they have a better presence (especially the handsome Virtus), although the Kushaq \/ Taigun undeniably come with the usual crossover advantages.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Here’s what BHPian Axe77<\/strong> had to say on the matter:<\/p>\n The fact is, it’s not the same price at all. On the one hand, ~Rs. 20L (+\/-) is getting you a brand-new car with a usable life of at least 15 years. On the other hand, you\u2019re getting a 5-year-old diesel car with a usable (in NCR) life of 5 years, post which it\u2019ll have a pittance of resale, if anything. Add to that the fact that one will have the upkeep costs of a brand new car while the other will have 5-year+ maintenance costs keeping up, there is no parity in these two purchases, barring the minor detail of both costing the same\/similar money to acquire upfront.<\/p>\n As others have said already, it\u2019s the brand-new VAG that makes more sense here. Combined with max warranty, it is undoubtedly the better purchase. I too would recommend having a peak at the Virtus (like GTO said). Amongst the current choice of mediocre-looking sedans like the Verna and City, the Virtus stands out with its classy and timeless design in the C+ segment. It should offer more comfort and better practicality too than the Kushaq with its (presumably) bigger boot, better back seat and overall superior driving dynamics thanks to its sedan form factor.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Here’s what BHPian ajmat<\/strong> had to say on the matter:<\/p>\n I would stick with the Kushaq. The S60 is a little out of date and has limited boot space. It is a lovely car for a long distance though.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n
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