{"id":118594,"date":"2023-09-12T13:51:56","date_gmt":"2023-09-12T13:51:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yourclomid.com\/?p=118594"},"modified":"2023-09-12T13:51:56","modified_gmt":"2023-09-12T13:51:56","slug":"confused-do-i-buy-a-new-kushaq-1-5l-dsg-or-a-5-year-old-volvo-s60","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yourclomid.com\/auto-news\/confused-do-i-buy-a-new-kushaq-1-5l-dsg-or-a-5-year-old-volvo-s60\/","title":{"rendered":"Confused: Do I buy a new Kushaq 1.5L DSG or a 5-year-old Volvo S60?"},"content":{"rendered":"

If I was anywhere else in India, this would be a no-brainer for me.<\/h2>\n

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

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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

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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

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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

Here’s what BHPian BleueNinja<\/strong> had to say on the matter:<\/p>\n

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I would second what other members have suggested.<\/p>\n

Since you have shortlisted Kushaq 1.5 you are ready to bite the DSG bullet and since you are pondering about s60 you seem to be liking sedans.<\/p>\n

Therefore, Get the Virtus 1.5 DSG draped in black. That would make one handsome car and would be a head-turner.<\/p>\n

You will have your share of fun while driving it or while admiring it parked in your garage.<\/p>\n

Since it\u2019s a sedan and a beautiful one at that you can have many customisation options with a VW car both aesthetically and performance-wise.<\/p>\n

Get it while we still have \u201caffordable\u201d performance sedans out there in a sea of crossovers and SUVs.<\/p>\n

Get the maximum possible warranty tho.<\/p>\n

Cheers!<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Check out BHPian comments for more insights and information.<\/p>\n

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