kapil shah

•8w

I am looking for a strong car that performs well on both city and highway driving, including bad roads, so I need good ground clearance. I also want lowest possible cabin noise and a smooth ride. My budget is around ₹15–17 lakh. Please suggest suitable options.

Autocar India

•8w

For your budget of Rs 15-17 lakh, and considering you want a strong, stable car with good ground clearance, low cabin noise and a smooth ride over bad roads, the recently facelifted Skoda Kushaq 1.0 TSI automatic is a good option

It’s easy to drive in the city, feels secure and planted at highway speeds, and its suspension has a solid, European feel that handles broken roads confidently without feeling unsettled. The only downside is that the width of the rear seat is limited

It’s also worth waiting for the new-generation Renault Duster, which is set to launch soon. The earlier Duster was known for its excellent suspension and ability to handle rough roads with ease, and the new model is expected to carry that strength forward.

Shaji Thomas

•7w

I don't understand why would anyone suggest any vehicle from VW family given their high service cost, low network and ultra expensive parts

Farook

•7w

It's also in build quality once you taste at the premium you shouldn't preferable none other car.

Farook

•7w

It's also in build quality once you taste at the premium you shouldn't preferable none other car.

Savio Rodrigues

•7w

We have 3: Skoda in our family Skoda Yeti Octavia Rs and laura The build quality is awesome and the feel of the drive is out of the blues I am a Physical Handicapped person and I have converted a Manual Skoda Yeti 4/4 tdi it has never troubled me Last 2years back a 100years tamarind tree fell on it even the fire bridge guys were astonished how has nothing happened to it. It fell slangting on the roof the weight was so much the body touched the back tyres after cutting the tree part by part she was standing back like a pillar Drive quality and passenger safety is one thing Skoda does not compromise Iam a Skoda fan This year I'm planning to drive to leh solo

Sameer

•7w

I am looking for a strong car that performs well on both city and highway driving, including bad roads, so I need good ground clearance. I also want lowest possible cabin noise and a smooth ride. My budget is around ₹under 10 lakh. Please suggest suitable options.

Srinivas

•7w

Creta and hyundai electrical parts don't last long . Inspire of having AMC they don't do the needful because of the price factor of electrical parts.

Rikesh

•7w

Close your eyes and go for Tata Sierra

Ravindra Y

•7w

Try Honda Elevate automatic, I found it excellent for city as well as highway rides, spacious interior, high ground clearance and reliable Honda engine 😀

Rabindra Nath Nayak

•7w

It is very a very good vehicle with most reliable NA engine, high ground clearance in the segment, perfectly tuned suspension both for city and highway rides, comfortable cabin, 458 litres boot space,high speed stability and ride quality. Mileage is also reasonably good.Its build quality is good.

Deepak

•7w

Suzuki Grand vitara is also good

Deepak

•7w

Hyundai Creta is very good

Deepak

•7w

Creta is the best

Rahul Saxena

•7w

No doubt Creta is good but I recently bought Venue SX in Aug 2025, my experience with the BS6 engine with DPF & CC is extremely bad. It is barely 7 month and 6000 kms driven the vehicle has visited workshop 03 times for usea system error, finally some part has been ordered for replacement under warranty. It’s bad why do I accept vehicle which has a manufacturing fault but I am bound to accept it. Rahul | 9956000013

Raj

•7w

Given the problems with skoda gearboxes, and their pathetic service I wonder why anyone wld recommend a Skoda, more so an auromatic from the VW stable

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Mahesh

•3d

Please suggest the best 5-seater SUV under 14 lakh for a family trip and daily city drive. My monthly average is 1000Km.

Autocar India

•1h

You should opt for the Maruti Suzuki Brezza Petrol ZXi MT for your needs. It has light controls, which make it very easy to drive in town. It is also equipped with a comfortable back seat, which can accommodate three passengers, and Maruti’s wide service network will also be of help on your road trips.This Maruti car also feels stable and composed at high speeds on the highway, and it's got a fairly large 328-litre boot. There's even a 6-speed torque converter automatic on offer, which will be more convenient on your city drives, but you'll have to settle for a lower variant given your budget.

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

VIJAY

•2d

Hi Autocar, I am planning to buy a car that offers good comfort and strong road presence with an on-road budget of ₹14 lakh. I have shortlisted the following options: Skoda Kushaq base variant, Kia Seltos base variant, Kia Carens Clavis base variant, Mahindra XUV 3XO base variant, and Citroen Aircross 7-seater. We travel long distances once a month, and I already own a 2017 Swift ZDi diesel variant. Kindly suggest which car I should choose from the above options and also recommend the most suitable variant. Since I have provided multiple options to the Autocar team, I would really appreciate your advice as a car enthusiast.

Autocar India

•17h

For one long highway trip a month, a ₹14 lakh on-road cap, and a step up in comfort from your Swift diesel, the Kia Seltos HTE 1.5 petrol manual suits you best. As far as base variants go, the Seltos is very well equipped, with features like cruise control, keyless entry, and an HD infotainment screen with wireless phone connectivity. The new generation also rides better than the last one, has a roomier cabin, and better road presence. Compared with your Swift, it will feel far more spacious and calmer at speed, and the big boot makes luggage easy.The Skoda Kushaq and Mahindra XUV 3XO base variants are good choices, but will feel a bit smaller on the inside. If you need 7 seats, the Kia Carens Clavis offers a similar experience to the Seltos, but its base trim is not as well equipped. The Citroen Aircross 7-seater offers superb ride comfort, but the service reach is still limited in many cities.Overall, for your use, the Seltos base lines up best.

Abhishek

I am planning to buy either a 7-seater MUV (Mahindra XUV7XO or Scorpio N, diesel variants), but my usage pattern is quite low. I do not drive daily - typically just a couple of short trips per week (5-20 km) and one long drive of 200-300 km once a month or every two months. Given this usage, would a diesel engine make sense, or should I go with petrol? I also plan to use the car for long trips of 1,000–2,000+ km per year, including drives in the mountains and on rough roads.

Autocar India

•17h

With mostly short weekly trips, a 200-300 km run once a month, and a few long mountain drives each year, I would still pick diesel for you, and within your two, the Mahindra Scorpio N diesel 4x4 automatic fits this use best. It pulls strongly at low speed, so steep climbs with a full family and luggage feel easy, and its tougher build and 4x4 give you extra grip and confidence on broken roads or wet, uneven patches. On long highway and hill runs, the diesel will also use less fuel than the petrol in a big 7-seater like this.The one thing to watch with any new diesel is the exhaust filter. Lots of very short, stop-start trips can clog it over time. Your monthly highway run should help, but try to give the car a 20-30 minute continuous drive at a steady speed every couple of weeks to keep it happy. Also expect a bit more engine noise at idle than a petrol.If you want a softer, more family-friendly feel and mostly stick to good roads, the Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel automatic is the other strong choice from your list. If your weeks turn into only short city hops and you do not want to think about a diesel filter at all, the XUV 7XO petrol automatic will be smoother in town, but it will drink more fuel on hills and with seven on board.Overall, for your mountain plans and rough patches, the Scorpio N diesel 4x4 suits you best if you can give it those regular, longer runs.

Mahindra Scorpio N

Mahindra XUV 7XO

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