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•11w

I am planning to purchase a new car. I have shortlisted two cars: Tata Curvv Creative Plus S Petrol & Tata Sierra Adventure Petrol. My daily usage is 60% city and 40% highway.

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It boils down to space versus power between these two Tata SUVs. Though the Curvv uses smaller 1.2-litre petrol engines, they are turbocharged. Therefore, the engine offers more power and torque than the Sierra's naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol, which feels very underpowered. It's okay for city use, but on your 40% highway usage, you will appreciate the more effortless feel of the Curvv's turbocharged engines.
On the other hand, if space is your priority, the Tata Sierra offers much more than the Curvv, both when it comes to cabin and luggage space. The seats are also much more comfortable, front and rear, with greater visibility all round. Both cars are well equipped, with features like panoramic sunroofs, 10.25-inch touchscreens, surround-view cameras and more, though in Creative Plus S trim, the Curvv offers slightly more than the Sierra Adventure.
Ultimately, it's down to your requirements, but we feel the Curvv offers more bang for your buck and your usage.
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I previously owned a 110hp, 6-speed diesel Renault Duster, which I have since sold. I am now looking to buy a new diesel SUV and am currently managing with a Maruti Celerio. My daily running is around 60-70km, mostly in and around the city, although I do travel outside the city regularly. I have shortlisted the Tata Sierra 1.5 Diesel Automatic and the 2026 Kia Seltos Diesel Automatic. Which one would you recommend? I have also been told that the Sierra diesel does not require AdBlue. I would appreciate your advice as I need to make a decision soon.

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