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•5w

I currently use a Skoda Slavia Ambition 1.0 automatic since last 4 years. Now, I am thinking of switching the car but I am confused between Honda Elevate V CVT petrol and Kia Seltos HTK iVT petrol.

•5w

Given that you are coming from a Skoda Slavia 1.0 TSI automatic, the Kia Seltos HTK IVT petrol is the more natural upgrade. The Seltos offers a noticeably larger and more premium cabin, better rear seat space and a more substantial feel overall. The IVT gearbox is smooth and well-suited to city driving, and the car feels like a genuine step up from the Slavia in terms of comfort and overall ownership experience.

The Honda Elevate V CVT petrol is a solid and reliable choice, but it does not feel like as much of an upgrade from the Slavia. The cabin is not as spacious or as premium as the Seltos, and the overall ownership experience is more about simplicity and reliability than about feeling like a significant step up.

The only caveat with the Seltos HTK is that it is not the most feature-rich variant in the lineup. If you can stretch to a higher variant, the Seltos becomes an even stronger recommendation. If not, it is still the better choice over the Elevate because it offers a more substantial upgrade from your current car.

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•5w•

@abhishekaggarwal.1 Go for Elevate because

•5w•

My.Elevate gives fuel average to 16.9 on highway with speed between.100 to 120 Any body who.wants 360.degree camera can get installed through dealer.But that won't make any difference to performance i have zx top model and it's ADAS is just fabulous During last two months I travelled almost every week about 500 kms and so comfortable I suggest go for practicality and no.nonsense car The features this.car offers are adequate for any type of drive Don't get influenced by so called experts who finds some negative.things about.every car be it.19 lakh elevate or toyota welfare costing 10 million rs 1 cror

•4w•

Currently I am using Honda city want to go fo Honda elevate

•5w•

Hey @abhishekaggarwal.1 whats the reason you want to switch from one ltr Slavia that early. I am also planning to buy 1 ltr automatic of Slavia

•5w•

@sandeeppatel shockers are very very stiff and turbo lag. Some times it is difficult to drive in bumper to bumper traffic.

•5w•

@abhishekaggarwal.1 ok how much mileage you scored and what about maintenance?

•5w•

@abhishekaggarwal.1 correct

•5w•

škoda salvia is better than kia seltoa and alcazar in terms of back seat comfort ?

•5w•

I am having Skoda Slavia its been 5 Years I would like to sell and shift to Electric I am confused between Kia Carens Clavis, Mahendra XEV 9S and Tata ,Vinfast my budget is less than 30 Lakhs

•5w•

Honda elevate cvt basic model जरुर लो extra fetures के लिए up model लेते चले जाये इसी का

•5w•

Only honda elevate cvt basic model जरूर ले उसके बाद और fetures ही up होते जाते हैँ वो मर्जी आपकी मैं car fin industry मे 15th of jan 1998 से हूँ honda जैसे engine fetures goodwill किसी भी car brand की नहीं मैंने amage n city n मोबिलियो crv brio भी accord सभी बेचीं किसी भी client की कभी शिकायत नहीं आई avrage अच्छी maintenence सस्ता resale अच्छा car देखने मे चलने मे शानदार 🙏

•5w•

Do note Seltos HTK iVT petrol is a slouchy and a non peppy engine compared to Elevate. The CVT of Elevate is more smooth and the engine and CVT combo of Elevate is much superior to seltos NA. If u love driving elevate will give u the engine pump but overall in cabin experience of seltos feels more premium if that's ur priority

•5w•

@am.2 honda elevate nvh levels are not good as per reviews

•5w•

@abhishekaggarwal.1 nvh can be lowered easily by using damping on doors. More over its ur priority if u enjoy driving then honda's engine is far better to the kias NA. And the CVT is very well tuned on elevate. Even body roll and overall balance of Elevate is far better than seltos. Seltos wins on the sophistication and plush interior

•5w•

@am.2 Honest question.. Have you driven the new Seltos?

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I am considering the XUV 7XO AX7T/L. However, given the several videos people post online, covering everything from software glitches to even sunroof leaks, do you think it will offer a seamless ownership experience? I have been considering the Seltos as a second option, and I don't see many people raising deal-breaking issues like these. I am very confused right now.

•6h

The Mahindra XUV 7XO is a fundamentally well-engineered car with strong engines, a comfortable ride and a spacious cabin. The software glitches and sunroof leaks you see online are not widespread issues, and Mahindra has been proactive in addressing them through software updates and warranty support. The Kia Seltos is the safer, more polished choice with a more consistent ownership experience, but the XUV 7XO offers more space and stronger performance.That said, if you are the kind of buyer who will lose sleep over the occasional niggle, the Kia car mentioned above is the safer bet. But if you want the more capable and more spacious car, the XUV 7XO is the better choice.

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•9h

I am looking for car suggestions around the Rs 20 lakh price bracket, but I am happy to increase my budget. I want a comfortable family car that is also fun to drive while offering good mileage. I had booked the Seltos Turbo DCT, but I am now worried about its mileage and future running costs if my running increases. My current running is around 1,000 km a month in the city, but with the car, I plan to do long-distance trips of around 600-700 km every three to four months. Should I consider an EV or wait for the Seltos Hybrid? I dropped the Hyryder from my list because I did not like its interior.

•5h

For your current 1,000 km monthly running, occasional 600-700 km trips and preference for a comfortable family car that still feels enjoyable to drive, the Kia Seltos 1.5 NA IVT is the better choice than the Turbo DCT. It is smoother in city traffic, more relaxed to drive and should have lower running costs over the long term. You give up some outright performance, but for predominantly city use, the NA engine is the more sensible match.The Seltos Turbo DCT is certainly more fun, but its real-world city efficiency is around 9-10kpl. If running increases substantially in the future, the fuel bill will become a bigger consideration. An electric car would bring much lower running costs, but with your relatively modest daily usage and occasional long trips, there is no compelling need to switch to an EV unless home charging is convenient and you are comfortable planning longer journeys around charging.The Seltos hybrid is worth waiting for only if there is no urgency to buy, since the hybrid is expected in 2027 and pricing and specifications are not yet confirmed.

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•15h

I am 56 years old and am thinking of upgrading to an SUV. I currently own Maruti Suzuki Baleno that I had purchased in June 2016. The car is in good running condition and has completed 88,000 km till date. Should I upgrade my car now or wait for another 2 years to get a new vehicle? Should I dispose off the old one and go for new one now? Please suggest accordingly.

•11h

At 56, you are at a stage where comfort, ease of use and long-term reliability become more important than chasing the latest technology. Your Baleno has completed 88,000 km and is still running well, which suggests you are a careful owner and the car has plenty of life left. If it is mechanically sound and you are comfortable with it, there is no pressing need to upgrade purely for the sake of a new model. Cars today are not changing radically every two years, and waiting does not guarantee a significantly better product.The decision should be driven by your needs. If you are finding the Baleno low to get in and out of, or if you want a more comfortable ride and better visibility, then an SUV upgrade makes sense now. If you are happy with the car and it is not giving you any trouble, you can easily keep it for another couple of years.As for the upgrade, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza is a sensible choice. It offers a higher seating position, good ride comfort and Maruti's proven reliability and service reach. If you want something a bit more premium, the Kia Seltos is a good step up, but only if it fits comfortably within your budget.

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•4d

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