Which Car You Would Suggest?

Hello Guys,
I am a first time car buyer who just learned the driving. Initially I wanted to buy a second hand car to learn first and then buy a good car. But I see the second hand car market is so inflated.

Now, I am thinking to buy a new car but base model as I don't want to spend much as this is my first car.

The cheapest car I see is Alto K10 STD which is at 3.99L ex-showroom as per docs. But this car doesn't come with AC.

I believe car in AC is required these days because of what so ever today's climatic conditions.

The next variant is Alto K10 LXI which costs 4.85L ex-showroom which has AC. As per my requirements, just for AC I need to pay 85k more for this variant.

Now, the question is if I need to pay 4.85L for a new Alto K10 LXI, then why shouldn't I pick Tiago XE which is base model at 4.99L? It does have manual AC and comes with 4 star safety as well.

Few of my friends suggested me

to pick ALTO K10 LXI for 1. Good Reliable Engine 2. Mileage

and to pick Tiago for 1. Safety

Now, I have got confused on what to choose? can you guys please suggest what should I prioritize between two, what will be the right option?

and let's say if I pick Alto K10 STD and put aftermarket AC, will it be reliable? not sure about after market products yet I am a first time buyer.

Please help.