Hi, I am looking to upgrade to a petrol SUV. My average daily run is approximately 30-35km. I want to buy a petrol SUV. I am fine with a 5-seater. My budget will be ₹20-25 lakh at most. I am confused between Tata Sierra, Tata Harrier, Tata Safari, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta and Renault Duster. Which one will be the most suitable car with respect to quality, features, stability, mileage and comfort? Can you suggest?

Autocar India

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All these SUVs are up to a high standard now and delivers a great all-round experience. While the Tata Harrier and Safari are capable in their own right, they sit in a higher segment, and thus, within your budget, you would only get a mid-range variant.

Of the others, the new Kia Seltos is a good all-rounder that mixes quality, features, stability, mileage and comfort well. However, we would recommend checking out the just-launched new Renault Duster, which could prove to be the best value for money.

The top-spec 1.3 Turbo Petrol DCT Iconic costs around Rs 22 lakh on road, and it has a strong features list too. While we are yet to review it, early impressions suggest it will have the same excellent ride and handling balance as its predecessor, while also delivering a tough and solid feel. And if you want the ultimate efficiency and can wait a while, the strong hybrid version is set to launch in Diwali this year.

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from ₹12.22 Lakh

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