Delhi

S Ramaswamy

•4w

I am trying to shortlist a suitable car. In the past, our family has owned a Scorpio and a Skoda Fabia Diesel. We are currently using a Toyota Glanza as a stopgap. We do about 1,000 km monthly, and occasionally there might be a trip to Delhi or Patiala (Dugri). On interstate trips, we will use a driver. We are a family of four and are looking for a good 5-seater, because most cars feel like 4-seaters unless the fifth seat is usable. We had finalised the diesel Creta or Innova Crysta, but uncertainty over diesel cars is confusing. Can we still go for diesel at present? Also, if we consider hybrids, the Hyryder and Grand Vitara feel like 4-seaters. Please advise.

Autocar India

•3w

Firstly, to clarify the uncertainty around diesel, it's lifting as far as bans and regulations go. Even in Delhi, with the most stringent GRAP 4 restrictions in place.

A modern BS6 diesel is exempt, which points to a realisation that modern diesels are clean and are not being targeted by the authorities. The Toyota Innova Crysta is your best choice from a space point of view, and gives you the option of a third row of seats as well.

However, Innova Crysta is mainly aimed at the fleet segment and comes only with a manual transmission and a very functional interior that feels a bit downmarket.

If you find the Hyundai Creta diesel comfortable, you can go for that as it has a wider rear than the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara and the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder hybrids. Also, the hybrid battery eats into boot space, so for your interstate trips, you may not have enough space for your luggage.

Another good option is the Kia Seltos diesel, which has the most spacious back seat of all

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New Seltos

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Karan Shankar Mani

•3w

My budget is 15-16 laks and I used to drive 1000-1200 k.m in a month in Delhi (Maximum in traffic) so which car 🚘 is suggested to purchase

Santosh

•3w

Go with skoda kylaq and save rest money or hond elevate ...

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shreekumar

•20h

Hello Team. We are planning for a bigger car and are currently confused about whether buying a Harrier EV Stealth Edition makes sense, or if we should buy a used Innova Crysta and use it for 3-4 years and wait for EV infrastructure to develop more, as most of our running is on highways.

Autocar India

•1h

The Tata Harrier EV with the 74.61kWh battery pack is capable of delivering a highway real-world range of over 400km quite easily. So, if your highway round-trip is usually less than 400km, you can comfortably make it back to your starting point on a single charge. Even if you usually drive for longer distances, you'll need to plan your breaks or rest stops at places where there are fast charging options, along the way. In fact, even a 15-20 minute top-up on a 60kW DC fast charger will add an additional 120-140km of range.Yes, there are some challenges like chargers not working, or lack of electricity, or some ICE vehicle blocking the charging bay, hence you need to ensure you identify a few options (not just one place) on the way. To answer your question, go for the Harrier EV Stealth Edition. It'll feel a lot more special and the driving pleasure will be far greater than a used Toyota Innova Crysta.

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Sant

•3d

I am looking to buy a new car, preferably an SUV with an automatic gearbox. My previous car was the Hyundai Elite i20, and now I am looking for something more comfortable, premium, and reliable. My budget is around ₹22 lakh, and my usage will be less than 1,000 km per month, mostly city driving with occasional long trips. I have already booked the Tata Sierra, but I am now having second thoughts due to the long waiting period and concerns about Tata’s service and reliability. I am open to other brands as well, but would prefer petrol or hybrid engine options. What would you recommend?

Autocar India

•1d

With your running of less than 1,000 km a month, going for a strong hybrid may not really make sense. Hybrids typically justify their higher price only when the running is higher, and you are able to recover the extra cost through fuel savings.In your case, we would suggest considering the Hyundai Creta turbo-petrol with the 7-speed DCT automatic. Since your previous car was the Hyundai i20, you are already familiar with the Hyundai brand and its ownership experience. The Creta’s 1.5-litre turbo petrol paired with the DCT offers strong performance and smooth shifting, making it both enjoyable on the highway and easy to drive in the city.Another strong option to consider is the Kia Seltos turbo-petrol with the 7-speed DCT. The Seltos is the newer car, slightly bigger and more spacious than the Creta, yet priced very similarly. It uses the same 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine paired with a DCT gearbox that delivers quick and smooth shifts.

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Rachna Hans

•3d

I have been driving a Hyundai Santro (AMT) for the last six years, and now I am planning to upgrade with a budget of ₹12-13 lakh. My current car has done only 15,000 km in six years, so my usage is relatively low. In my next car, I am looking for features like a reverse camera, Android Auto, and voice commands to make driving easier. I am interested in the Kia Seltos, Kia Sonet, and Tata Nexon, but I am open to other suggestions as well. Which car would you recommend?

Autocar India

•1d

The Hyundai Venue will feel like a big upgrade from your Hyundai Santro AMT. The turbo petrol engine paired with the DCT gearbox offers strong performance and smooth shifts, which makes driving in the city effortless. It also gets features like a reverse camera, Android Auto connectivity and voice commands that you are specifically looking for. Overall, it will be a noticeable step up in terms of power, features, space and overall comfort.Among the other cars you mentioned, the Kia Sonet is also a good option. However, the Venue is the newer car and is more spacious. Also, a replacement for the Sonet is expected next year, which means it may feel dated sooner. The Tata Nexon petrol is another option that offers good space and a comfortable ride, but the Venue feels more refined and easier to drive and is the newer car as well. As for the Kia Seltos, it is a good SUV, but it belongs to a higher segment and will stretch well beyond your ₹12-13 lakh budget in comparable variants.

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