Tseminy

•37w

I am looking to buy an EV and am considering the Harrier EV or the XEV 9S. The main reasons for buying a new EV are bigger space and cost-effective travel. Could you advise if considering an EV is good or not?

•37w

You can go for an electric car of your choice as long as you imbibe some discipline about charging your vehicle, as public charging is still unreliable and can be expensive too. Long drives on EVs require some amount of pre-planning. The other downside is lower resale value. But with the right mindset, EVs can be enjoyable.

Between the Tata Harrier EV and the Mahindra XEV 9S, our pick would be XEV 9S. It was launched recently with lots of features and attractive pricing.

Explore cars mentioned

Tata

Harrier EV

from ₹23.11 Lakh

Mahindra

XEV 9S

from ₹22.00 Lakh

Was this helpful? Ask a follow-up

Help Rohan Reddy with similar question

Rohan Reddy

203 Views

Dealing with Persistent Calls from Hyundai Dealer After Car Purchase

Answer Now

More posts on similar cars

•1w

Hi, I want to upgrade from my 9 year old Honda WR-V to an electric SUV. My driving is mostly in the city, with only occasional highway trips, and the total monthly running does not exceed 1,000km. I like the Mahindra BE 6 Sporteq, but it seems impractical from a utility perspective once the excitement of owning a new car wears off. I am therefore looking for an EV SUV in the Rs 20-22 lakh range with good second-row space, strong design appeal and plenty of features. I would prefer something new on the block, as models like the Creta have become extremely common and feel less fresh. I also like the Harrier EV, but the features I want are available only in variants priced above Rs 25 lakh. Please suggest something new and worthwhile. I can stretch the budget to Rs 24 lakh if most of these requirements are met.

•1d

Based on your requirements, the Tata Sierra EV is the recommendation. It offers a genuinely fresh design, a spacious and comfortable second row, and a premium cabin experience that feels new and different from the usual options. The Sierra EV also delivers a good balance of range and practicality for your predominantly city usage with occasional highway trips. The Tata Harrier EV is a strong product, but as you rightly pointed out, the feature-rich variants start to push well beyond your budget. The Sierra EV, on the other hand, gives you a more distinctive ownership experience with added practicality. The 63kWh version should be adequate for your usage, but if you want a bit more buffer in terms of range for your highway trips, then stretch for the 75kWh version.

Tata Harrier EV

Tata Sierra EV

•2d

Every festival season the parking situation near my society turns into a genuine puzzle. Anyone else's Jimny or similar sized car struggling to find spots this time of year.

•2d

Woke up to a fresh dent on my old Datsun GO parked right outside my building overnight. No note, no camera coverage on that side, just have to live with it now.

View all Posts

Expert reviews worth reading

Popular discussions right now

•5d

I am getting the Venue HX8 Turbo automatic for Rs. 15.40 lakh on-road, the Creta SX(O) automatic for Rs. 18.14 lakh on-road, with a discount of more than Rs. 1 lakh, and the Seltos HTK(O) IVT for Rs. 18.50 lakh on-road. My budget is Rs. 19 lakh. Which one should I buy for driving in Bangalore and occasional trips?

•5d

Go for the Kia Seltos HTK (O) IVT at Rs 18.14 lakh on-road. Your budget of Rs 19 lakh gives you enough room to get a large, spacious and well-equipped midsize SUV, and the Seltos is the sweet spot. The IVT gearbox is smooth and well-suited to Bangalore traffic, while the 1.5 petrol is refined and reliable. The HTK (O) trim is feature-rich, so you are not compromising on equipment. The Seltos also offers better rear seat space and comfort than the others, making it a better choice for occasional family trips. The Creta SX (O) might sound like better value with a few more features, but the Seltos's larger size, better quality and new-age tech push it ahead overall. The Venue HX8 turbo automatic at Rs 15.4 lakh is a good deal, but it is a segment below, and you would be compromising on space and comfort.

Suggest a car Requirements: Daily city driving in Bangalore, with lots of potholes. I am open to either an SUV or a sedan. My budget is Rs. 25-30 lakh on-road. ADAS, cruise control, and hill assist are must-have features. I want a car that offers a comfortable drive, feels luxurious, and is fun to drive. An automatic transmission is a must.

•3d

Go for the Kia Seltos 1.5 T-GDi DCT. It is the best fit for your requirements. The Seltos turbo is genuinely fun to drive, with strong performance and a well-sorted chassis that makes it enjoyable on both city roads and highways. The 1.5 T-GDi engine paired with the DCT automatic is a highlight, offering quick shifts and a responsive driving experience. At the same time, this Kia car is comfortable over broken roads and potholes, with a suspension setup that strikes a good balance between ride comfort and handling. It also feels premium inside, with a well-built cabin and a solid feature set that includes ADAS, cruise control and hill assist. The only thing to be aware of is that the DCT gearbox can feel a bit clunky in stop-and-go traffic, but overall it is a well-rounded package that delivers exactly what you are looking for. If you want something a bit larger, the Mahindra XUV 7XO turbo-petrol is a good alternative, but it will feel large and cumbersome in Bangalore city traffic, and its fuel economy is very poor.

Kia Seltos

Mahindra XUV 7XO

•3d

Hello, given the DPF concerns and upcoming CAFE III regulations, with my driving pattern being 60% highway and 40% city and covering around 15,000 km annually, would a 1.5L diesel (automatic or manual) still be a worthwhile choice?

•3d

Yes, a 1.5-litre diesel is still a worthwhile choice for your usage. At 15,000 km a year with 60% highway driving, you are well within the sweet spot for diesel ownership. The DPF concerns are often overstated - modern diesels are designed to regenerate the filter during sustained highway runs, and your usage pattern is ideal for that. CAFE III regulations are pushing manufacturers towards cleaner engines, but they are not making diesels obsolete; they are simply making them more efficient and cleaner. The bigger question is whether diesel still makes financial sense. With the narrowing price gap between petrol and diesel, the payback period is longer than it used to be, but at your mileage and highway bias, it still adds up. If you are keeping the car for 5-7 years, you will see the benefit. As for automatic versus manual, go automatic if you want ease of use in city traffic; modern torque converter automatics on diesels are smooth and reliable in cars like the Kia Seltos and the Hyundai Creta. Overall, diesel is still the right choice for your usage.

Kia Seltos

Hyundai Creta

View all Posts