While both MPVs are practical and likeable, the Kia Carens Clavis offers a superior experience for not much more money. This Kia car has a nicer interior, gets a bit more by way of features, and the button-operated middle seat fold is a convenience feature that you will really appreciate. Performance from the standard 1.5 petrol engine is decent (it's stronger than a Maruti Suzuki Ertiga ) and, if you want more power, there's also the option of a stronger turbo-petrol engine. Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts Latest questions Asked by: Abhishek K I’m looking to buy a new or used car with a monthly running of about 2,000 km (mostly city with a few Mumbai-Pune trips). The car will be mostly chauffeur-driven, so rear-seat comfort and smooth low-speed performance are important. Daily use will be for 2-3 passengers, but I need occasional seating for six. I prefer Hybrid, Diesel, or Electric. My priorities are comfort, reliability, low running costs, and strong service support. My budget is around 25 lakh. Please suggest 3-5 options and include used choices if suitable. With your extensive usage, we cannot recommend an EV, as you would have to charge it frequently, and that is not good for battery health. In your budget of Rs 25 lakh, there aren't any 6-seater hybrids, either; your only option there is to move up to the Rs 30-lakh-plus Toyota Innova Hycross or Maruti Suzuki Invicto - both of which are excellent choices. In your budget, the best option is the Kia Carens Clavis diesel. It's well equipped, comfortable and surprisingly spacious for its size. Plus, there are both six and seven-seat versions, so you can choose which configuration suits you best. Asked by: Nishaant Prasad I own a Kia Seltos turbo petrol (purchased March 2020) and use it for my office commute and out-of-station travel. My daily round trip is about 60-61 km. I currently carpool with my parents two to three times a week, but from next year, they will retire, and I will commute alone every day. Should I replace this car with a strong hybrid or switch to an EV? With less than six years under its belt, your Kia Seltos should still be in good condition, especially since you seem to use it sparingly. The ideal answer is to continue to use it and take care of it, so that you get the most out of it before selling it. If, after six months to a year of commuting 60km each day, you feel like the running costs of a turbo petrol are too high, you can always sell it then, and the difference in resale value won't be that much. If you do decide to get a new car, a strong hybrid is a good option, as it gives you the best of both worlds - smooth, refined driving with low running costs. Also, it will give you the freedom to travel long distances without the worry of charging. The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is a good option, but Kia's own new Seltos will be getting a hybrid option, likely in late 2026 or early 2027, if you don't mind waiting for that. View all questions Can’t decide which car to buy? Ask our experts and get answers to all your car related queries. Ask experts
