Since you seem to have had a lovely experience with the Hunter, and if you want to stay within the Royal Enfield fold, the Himalayan 450 makes for a great option for your sort of usage. If you find it too big and heavy, the Royal Enfield Guerrilla 450 can be considered because it weighs as much as the Hunter but has a far higher performance and capability ceiling. If you want to look elsewhere, then the KTM 390 Adventure models (both the X and standard) are good options in the ADV space. The 390 Duke is a great option if you want a sportier machine. Do decide if the aggressive and polarizing new KTM design philosophy is for you after the clean and pleasing lines of your Hunter. If you want something like the KTM 390 Duke without the in-your-face looks and colours, the Husqvarna Svartpilen 401 is mechanically identical to the Duke but has a far more pleasing aesthetic and is also more spacious.

Stick to a sedan since you are used to one, and also, sedans are more fun to drive than SUVs. You could go for the Skoda Slavia 1.5 or Volkswagen Virtus GT, which comes with a strong 1.5 turbo-petrol mated to a quick-shifting 7-speed twin-clutch. Both these sedans have superb ride and handling, which makes them fun to drive. At the same time, these sedans are easy to drive too.

If you can install a home charger at your residence, then an EV is a good option for city driving. For just 1000km a month, you won’t really save much by way of running costs, but that’s not the only way to look at an EV. It’s a far smoother, nicer driving experience, and EVs make driving much easier. Yes, the Mahindra BE 6 has serious design flaws, and the lack of headroom at the rear is a big one. We would advise you to go for the Mahindra XEV 9S instead. If you can’t have home charging, then it's best to look at an ICE vehicle, in which case the Hyundai Creta 1.5 CVT auto is your safest choice.

The Mahindra Scorpio N is a tough, dependable SUV built to handle rough terrain with ease. Its body‑on‑frame construction gives it the strength to handle rough roads and punishing conditions. Prices start at around Rs 16 lakh and go up to about Rs 28 lakh for the top‑spec Z8L variant. You can choose between powerful petrol and diesel engines. But if you plan to buy one, the 2.2‑litre diesel remains the better option for its strong torque and efficiency. Unlike the older Mahindra Scorpio Classic, which continues to be on sale. The new Scorpio N has a forward‑facing third row and a cabin that feels hard‑wearing yet well-equipped. The ride quality can get a bit choppy on uneven surfaces, and it does lean through corners, but overall, it’s a solid, go‑anywhere SUV that’s built to last.