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I currently own a Skoda Kushaq Petrol AT. Everything is fine except the mileage. I am getting only around 10-13kpl with E20 petrol. My daily running is around 100 km. Should I buy a diesel car or an electric car?

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With a daily running of around 100 km, fuel efficiency becomes a major factor in ownership costs. The Skoda Kushaq petrol automatic is a good car, but the 10-13kpl you are seeing is typical for a turbo petrol automatic, especially with E20 petrol. At this usage, a diesel or a strong hybrid makes far more sense.

If you do regular highway runs, a diesel is still the most practical and cost-effective solution. The Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel automatic would be the recommendation here. It is a strong highway car, comfortable, spacious and the diesel engine will deliver significantly better fuel efficiency than your Kushaq. Diesel running costs will be far lower over your kind of mileage. If that is out of your budget, something smaller like a Kia Seltos diesel, while not as powerful, is even more efficient.

If your usage is mostly city a strong hybrid could be a better solution. The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is the most practical and cost-effective option. It is well priced, has a proven track record and will dramatically reduce your running costs. The strong hybrid is better suited to the city, where it is more likely to run on its electric motor than use the engine and deliver the better mileage. 

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7w

@harshavardhanreddy.1 Go for XUV 7XO because

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@harshavardhanreddy.1 Go for Victoris because suzuki reliability and resale value

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@harshavardhanreddy.1 Go for Seltos because

6w

What is a dpf issues in diesel car. I never encountered in Across diesel mt?

6w

Is Reault kiger Techno Amt is good option for city running of 500km in a month, if not, suggest other better option

6w

Honda city hybrid is the best buy if you are looking for mileage and comfort. Take a trial at showroom

6w

I have been driving the Skoda Slavia, and there's one issue that I think every potential buyer should know about. The clutch is much heavier than expected. In city traffic, where you constantly need to press the clutch, my left leg gets tired very quickly. Compared to cars from brands like Hyundai and many other manufacturers, whose clutches feel much lighter and smoother, the Slavia's clutch requires noticeably more effort. If you drive mostly on highways, this may not be a major issue. But if your daily commute involves heavy city traffic, I strongly recommend taking a long test drive in similar conditions before making your decision. This is just my personal experience, but I felt it was important to share so that prospective buyers can make an informed choice.

6w

@amitsuperb6 sahi hai. Heavy clutch makes heavy on heart. Hyundai cars clutch smoother than maruti

6w

Go for electric it's lot of money.

7w

I've got a Kushaq 1.5 DSG and I get about 15-16 kmpl on the highways and 8-9 kmpl in the city. If yours is the 1.0L variant, try to use the cruise control as much as possible. The TSI likes to be in higher gears, above 50-60 kmph but below 90 kmph to give you good mileage. The only time I got 13 on the highway was when the car was being driven at speeds around 100 for long stretches. Somehow, this demands more fuel, which I think is what's happening for you as well.

7w

Can I buy nissan tekton

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@john.6 if fuel efficiencybis not a issue u can

7w

EV is a good option. You can look at MG or Volvo.. or any foreign brand....

7w

If you have charging infrastructure and if your commute is only within city limits, then go for EV. If the commute is on highways, go for Nexon Diesel, Kia Seltos Diesel, XUV 700 diesel.

7w

Needless to say.. just go for a EV with atleaste 400 km plus range.. you will save over Rs 300000, on fuel bills annually provided u charge at home.

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Hello, I am planning to buy an SUV with a budget of Rs. 25 lakh. My monthly usage is around 350-400 km. Should I prefer a petrol or diesel SUV? Also, should I go for a manual or automatic?

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With a budget of Rs 25 lakh and a monthly running of just 350- 400 km, petrol is the clear recommendation. At this usage level, the cost savings from diesel simply will not materialise, and petrol engines are quieter, smoother and generally easier to live with in the long term. As for transmission, go for an automatic. Modern automatics are smooth, stress-free in traffic and make everyday driving far more comfortable, especially in city conditions.Now, on the car itself. At Rs 25 lakh, a strong recommendation would be the new Skoda Kushaq, which has just been refreshed. It gets a lot more features, like ventilated seats in the front, a panoramic sunroof, massage seats in the back, and a decent amount of room as well.However, it is also very nice to drive, and since your priorities are performance, it will definitely do the job perfectly for you. Driving between cities and on highways, it is extremely stable. It is light and convenient in the city, and it is planted on the highway. The 1.5-litre TSI engine is the one we recommend, which blends performance and refinement. In your budget, you can get the top-spec Monte Carlo trim that comes loaded with all the bells and whistles and still save a good amount of money. However, if you want an even bigger car with a lot more power and three rows of seating, then the Mahindra XUV700 in its AX7 guise is a good consideration. It comes with a more powerful engine, a lot more features, and a lot more space as well. If you don't mind a large car, then that is a good choice, but if you want to stick to the compact dimensions, then the Kushaq is a preferred option.

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