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.

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Your requirement is clear. You want CNG without compromising boot space, and this is exactly where the Maruti Suzuki Victoris stands out. Unlike most CNG cars, including the Grand Vitara, the Victoris uses an underbody-mounted CNG tank, which means the boot remains largely usable for luggage. In comparison, the Grand Vitara’s CNG setup eats into the boot quite heavily, limiting practicality for family use.This is the biggest real-world advantage of the Victoris, and it directly addresses your concern.Now, coming to your variant confusion. The ZXi is the right choice. You already value DRLs and LED headlamps, and these are features you will notice every day. The missing features you mentioned, like a bigger screen, sunroof or 360 camera, are good to have, but they do not impact daily usability, especially as a first-time buyer. What matters more is ease of driving, visibility and comfort, all of which the ZXi already delivers well.On the fuel policy side, you do not need to worry. CNG cars are completely unaffected by ethanol blending. Even if fuel moves from E20 to E27 gradually, it will not impact you. Higher blends like E85 or E100 will require completely different engines and will be introduced slowly alongside existing fuels, not replace them.

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Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara

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From your requirements, we feel the Hyundai Venue HX5 diesel will suit you better than the Maruti Suzuki Victoris CNG. It fits because diesel pulls stronger at low speeds and on open roads, so overtakes are easier even with family and luggage, and you will not have to plan trips around CNG pumps, which can be fewer and have queues in smaller towns. The new Venue is also compact and easy to park on narrow streets. This Hyundai car feels steady on rough patches common around small towns in Rajasthan, and Hyundai’s service network is wide.It also looks modern inside and out, which is what you are after. Even in the HX5 trim, the quality levels are high and there are modern design flourishes inside and out that keep the Venue from looking too basic or cheap. For instance, you still get a dual screen layout which looks crisp and high tech, as well as projector headlamps and LED DRLs on the outside. The Victoris, in comparison, looks a lot more conservative in its design, even though it is a larger vehicle. What's more, even though the Victoris has a larger boot than the Venue, its rear seat space is quite similar.

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Hyundai Venue

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Mahindra will continue updating the mHawk diesel, but don’t expect major gains in power or torque going forward. The engine is already highly optimised in its current form, delivering strong performance across models like the Scorpio N and XUV range, and it is close to its practical limits in terms of balancing performance, reliability and emissions. What will change is the focus. Future updates will be driven more by stricter emission norms and efficiency targets rather than outright performance, so expect refinements, cleaner running and possibly some level of electrification rather than big power jumps.At the same time, Mahindra is still deeply invested in diesel, and it remains a core part of their SUV lineup, so it is not going away anytime soon. They will continue to evolve the mHawk as long as regulations allow, especially because diesel still makes the most sense for torque-heavy SUVs. However, the long-term direction is clear. With tightening norms and the company’s strong push into EVs, diesel will gradually become a smaller part of the portfolio rather than being replaced overnight.

Mahindra Scorpio N

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If you're comparing ride comfort, the Skoda Kylaq is easily the better pick, particularly variants with 16-inch wheels. Skoda has got its suspension tune spot on, its relatively softer setup makes it more suited to our road conditions. It rounds off speed breakers and rough patches better at slow speeds. Furthermore, the Kylaq feels stable at speeds and is surprisingly nimble and fun-to-drive around corners, too.In contrast, the Kushaq’s suspension feels a little firm at low speeds, so sharp bumps and small potholes do come through more in the cabin.

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Skoda Kushaq

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With a 70 km daily mix of traffic and highway use, we would lean towards the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder strong-hybrid. Your usage is high, and the hybrid will use far less fuel in city traffic while staying calm and smooth. It pulls away on electric power at low speeds, so stop-go driving feels quiet and easy.You like the Seltos for its cabin and stronger shove, and that is fair. The Seltos diesel feels stronger when you press the throttle for quick passes, and its cabin does look and feel richer. If most of your 70 km is open highway and you really value that strong pull and the Kia car interior, the Seltos diesel automatic is still a solid pick.On a Kia Seltos hybrid: Kia does intend to introduce a hybrid, but timing is not yet decided as they are trying to localise components. We estimate it could arrive in 2027, but that could change. For your mix of city and highway, the Hyryder strong-hybrid lines up best with what you need right now.

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Mostly highway use, about 1,000 km a month, safety first, and an automatic in the Rs 12-13 lakh range, in that brief, we would suggest the Skoda Kylaq Signature. Its torque converter is much smoother than an AMT or DCT, so city driving feels easy, and performance from the 1.0 TSI makes highway overtakes effortless. The Kylaq has a 5-star crash score from Bharat NCAP and feels steady at highway speeds, which builds confidence. It also rides well over broken patches, so you are not tossed around.Two things to keep in mind: while the front seats are comfy and supportive, space in the back seat is a bit tight. It makes up for it with a large boot and a low loading lip. If you want more space, look at the Nissan Magnite Tekna Turbo CVT, which has a 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP.Overall, for highway-heavy use with safety at the top, the Kylaq lines up best in your budget.

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