I am willing to buy a CNG SUV with practical boot space. I currently own a Creta 1.4 diesel (2015) and a Tiago XT CNG (2022), and I am planning to sell both. Kindly suggest which CNG SUV I should consider.

Autocar India

•25m

Between the two, based on your requirements, the Maruti Suzuki Victoris VXI is the more sensible choice. Unlike the Tata Sierra Smart Plus, the VXI sits one variant above the base and is noticeably better equipped. In fact, the Smart Plus variant of the Tata Sierra feels quite bare for a midsize SUV, missing features that are now considered standard in the segment. It includes a proper infotainment system, which matters for day-to-day convenience and ease of ownership.From a driving perspective, the Victoris is easier to live with, especially for a beginner. Its 1.5 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine is smooth. It offers better performance than the Sierra’s petrol motor and, paired with a light clutch and slick gearbox, makes city driving far less tiring. Maruti Suzuki’s engines also have a long-standing reputation for reliability, low running costs and fuss-free ownership, which is reassuring for a first-time buyer. The Sierra’s 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine is refined. But in a car of this size, it feels underpowered and requires more effort to drive, particularly with passengers on board.Where the Sierra does score is space and comfort. Its cabin feels roomier, and rear seat comfort is a notch or two better than the Victoris, making it the more comfortable option if rear seat usage is frequent.

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Tata Sierra

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Autocar India

•21h

If you plan to regularly travel with 5 passengers, the back seats of both the Maruti Victoris, especially the XUV 3XO, may be a bit tight for the three passengers. The Tata Sierra is one option you could consider, as it has a fantastic back seat that is wide and offers plenty of legroom.The new Kia Seltos is an even better option, as it offers a more powerful base 1.5-litre powertrain than the Sierra and a good back seat, too. If you want to play it safe, the Hyundai Creta is still the favourite among SUV buyers, a proven product with an affordable cost of ownership and good resale value.

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Maruti Suzuki Victoris

Mahindra XUV 3XO

Tata Sierra

Kia Seltos

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Autocar India

•1h

It really comes down to what you value more from your EV. The Tata Punch EV is a size smaller and, after the recent facelift and near Rs 2 lakh price correction on the top variants, it has become significantly more affordable. As a result, the top spec Punch EV now undercuts the base MG Windsor EV by over a lakh, while offering a lot more equipment for the money.From a technical and usability point of view, even though we have not yet driven the facelifted version, the Tata Punch EV has a clear advantage in range. Its larger 40 kWh battery pack should deliver a better real-world driving range than the base variant of the MG Windsor EV, which uses a 38 kWh battery. Being smaller and lighter also helps the Punch extract more efficiency from its battery. In top spec form, it is very well equipped, and if most of your driving involves one or two adults. It will feel easier to live with, simpler to drive in traffic and much easier to park in tight city spaces thanks to its compact dimensions. The Windsor EV, however, plays to a completely different strength. If you want a larger car with an outstanding sense of space, it is hard to beat even when compared to cars from a segment above. In comparison, while the Punch EV’s rear seat is adequate, it can start to feel cramped for adults on longer drives.In simple terms, pick the Punch EV top variant if you want better range, more features for the price and a compact, city-friendly EV that will mostly carry two people. Choose the Windsor EV if cabin space and rear seat comfort matter more to you than features and outright range.

Tata Punch EV

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