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Satej

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I have been using an Ertiga CNG for the last 12 years. I now want to shift to a 7-seater petrol car with a budget of Rs 20-22 lakh on-road. Most of my driving is in the city, with long drives twice a year for vacations. I am looking for a comfortable ride for city driving. Once every two months, I travel from Pune to Mumbai to Pune.

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For predominantly city use, Kia Carens Clavis Turbo Petrol is a good option. You can opt for the HTX+ variant, which offers various desirable features, such as a panoramic sunroof, 360-degree camera, power-adjustable driver seat, 10.25-inch touchscreen, Bose music system, etc.
You have not mentioned which powertrain you prefer, but according to your usage pattern, it is better to go for Petrol. You can pick the DCT for added convenience. The Turbo petrol unit in Carens Clavis is well-suited for city driving.  It is refined, delivers linear power, and remains responsive even at low RPMs. The DCT is smooth and will serve you well. The manual is also easy to live with, so you can choose according to your preference.
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Nik

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Hello Autocar Team, I am planning to buy a new car and would appreciate your advice. In my family, we are four adults and one child, and we usually travel around 1,000 km round-trip once a month or once every two months. City driving is very minimal. Sometimes we also travel with five adults and two kids, which is why I am considering a 7-seater. However, I am confused whether it would be better to buy a 5-seater or a 7-seater, considering that such full-capacity trips happen only occasionally. My budget is around ₹15 lakh, and I am currently considering the Kia Carens Clavis. Would this be the right choice for my usage pattern and family size? If yes, which variant would you recommend within my budget? Alternatively, should I wait for the upcoming three-row version of the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara from Nexa? Would that be a better long-term option compared to buying now?

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It definitely makes sense for you to go for a 7-seat vehicle, given how you will be using it. These days, the price premium isn't too much more compared to an equivalent size 5-seater. Long trips for five would be more comfortable if the fifth passenger had a separate seat. Plus, your kid will grow, and eventually, the five-seater will feel like a squeeze. The Kia Carens Clavis is the best option, offering you a spacious and flexible interior, with good quality, comfort and decent features. However, in your budget, you'll only be able to get a low-spec variant. If you want more features, a Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is a much better value and a capable 7-seat MPV too. Sadly, plans for the 7-seat Grand Vitara have been shelved for now.

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Alok Tirkey

•5d

I need a 7-seater family car under a ₹16-17 lakh budget with safety and mileage for medium running. Ertiga, XL6, Clavis, Scorpio N, etc. I want to invest in only one car for long-term, 10+ year use. Please suggest.

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The Kia Carens Clavis would be a good option for you. The insides and comfy, and the third row is spacious for two adults and has AC vents as well as type C ports for charging. With three rows up, there's also a fairly useable 216-litres of boot space, and there is some more space under the boot floor too.Kia cars have proven to be quite reliable, and this would serve you well since you plan to keep it for a long time. The car is well-equipped with a host of safety features that are standard, and since mileage is also your priority, we would suggest you opt for the diesel or the naturally aspirated (non-turbo) 1.5-litre petrol engine.

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Posted on: 23 Jan 2026