I want to buy a 7-seater car with a budget of around ₹25 lakh. My key requirements include features like a powered tailgate, a large infotainment screen, second-row sliding and ventilation, a sunroof, and decent fuel efficiency. I am currently considering the Tata Safari Hyperion Accomplished Ultra.

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The Tata Safari is the model that fulfils most of your requirements. We say 'most' because fuel economy is a question mark for the moment, as we have not tested the Safari Hyperion petrol outside of the media drive. The Safari is a big SUV, and its weight could theoretically impact real-world fuel economy. If you need better efficiency, the Safari diesel is an option for you.

Also note, Tata Safari Hyperion Accomplished Ultra prices range between Rs 27 lakh and 28.7 lakh, making the model slightly outside your Rs 25 lakh budget. You could consider the Accomplished X trim that fits within your budget. Key differences to the Accomplished Ultra are the X's smaller rims (18-inch vs 19-inch) and a smaller touchscreen (12.3-inch vs 14.5-inch).

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