It would be really nice if you increase your budget slightly and get a Manual Gli
Xli lacks features but that's not a problem , problem is it doesn't have abs brakes which can't be installed
If you want to compare both
A member here recently sold his aspire 1.5 and purchased 1.3 new shape xli
And according to his review except for the fast acceleration of 1.5 city , corolla beats it in quality , cabin space , comfortable seats much more roomier inside , really nice and attractive shape , much better visibility , road clearance , boot space , smooth and soft ride , much much better suspension , and no doubt a great resale
Still i would suggest better go for Gli
And you have already enjoyed City already
Theres no such difference in both facelift aspire and your city mt
Either keep it or if you change go for a Corolla