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•6w

I am looking to upgrade from my Hyundai Creta to a 7-seater SUV. My annual running is only around 6,000 km, and my budget is up to Rs. 25 lakh. Is the Hyundai Alcazar a good option for my usage? I have also considered the Mahindra XUV 7XO and Tata Safari, but I am concerned about their relatively low fuel efficiency. Which 7-seater SUV would you recommend?

•6w

With a yearly running of just 6,000km, petrol is the sensible choice, and the Hyundai Alcazar is a good option. It is a comfortable, easy-to-drive family SUV with a hassle-free ownership experience, and the 1.5 turbo petrol engine paired with the 7-speed dual-clutch automatic is powerful enough and relatively efficient too. Plus, since you're coming from a Creta, you'll be familiar with the Hyundai network and could even ask for a loyalty discount. However, the Alcazar’s third row is not as spacious as some larger cars in the segment, so if you genuinely need a proper 7-seater, it may not be the ideal solution. What's more, if your Creta is the 2020 or newer model, you'll find the Alcazar perhaps a little too familiar on the inside.

The Mahindra XUV 7XO, Tata Safari and MG Hector Plus are good options that offer more space. However, as you have noted, they're not fuel efficient at all, and moreover, in your budget, you will only get a low to mid-spec variant, whereas you will get a fully-loaded Alcazar. Another option to consider, though not an SUV, is the Kia Carens Clavis. Its MPV shape is more space-efficient, and you actually get more passenger and luggage room than the Alcazar, with the same efficient engines, for around the same price.

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•6w•

@tarun.28 Go for XUV 7XO because

•6w•

@srinivas.23 _ Why Sri... I would love to go.. but alcazar is coming at 1Lac discount.. so different between signatire and Ax7 T is 4 lakhs

•6w•

and I had Eplus model 2029 creta.. almost 7 yr old now

•5w•

I am planning to purchase a new car around 15-16 lakh for family and holding for next 10years, Yearly running around 7k to 8k km. Please suggest

•5w•

I am planning to purchase a car around 15-16lakh for holding next 10 years and yearly running around 7-8k km, please recommend

•6w•

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•6w•

Dear friends, currently I have no car and yet not driving any car, but my dream is to own Hyundai Creta. Is this car comfortable for car driving initials? Or should I go for small and portable cars ?

•6w•

@amollpatil you can totally start with Creta. It is easy to drive, reliable and pretty comfortable for beginners as well. But yeah, small cars are easy to drive in tight city traffic, so it really depends on you.

•6w•

I bought Clavis DCT after lots of research and checking practical usable space for 7 passengers. Hyundai and Kia engines are identical. Happy with my decision.

•6w•

Better pick: Hyundai Alcazar

•6w•

How about waiting for 7 seater tata Sierra?

•6w•

Go for toyota innova hycross though a little bit above your budget

•6w•

@tarun.28 , Please consider KIA Carens Clavis, the tope model will be under 25 L on-road. Go to the showroom and check with any current owner. You'll get the honest feedback. I've done 3 years and 30000+ KMs in older Carens and still love the car. My family appreciates it as well. Very easy to live with vehicle and an easy and comfortable upgrade from your Creta. All othe big SUVs will have a learning curve and worse FE. Although others big engine SUV will have bigger road presence but inside cabin space is better in Carens. Also check the power to weight ratio. Carens is also not low on power in Sport mode (Top model)

•6w•

@avid_enthusiast - carens is good and better than alcazar .. its just the outside look where alcazar wins..

•6w•

@tarun.28 you're 100% right ✅️ even I didn't like the look but sitting inside you don't think about how it looks from the outside and inside is what wins your heart once you test drive it with Full family.

•6w•

If your animal running is only 6000 km per annum then why you want to buy a car deposit 25 lakh into Bank with the interest go to a cab and see one lakh something every year mujhe free driver you can go anywhere

•6w•

@ravi.72 - sir good idea.. but taking on company lease.. so save on opportunity cost.. and thoda kharch bhi karna chaiye 😌

•6w•

@tarun.28 this ravi.28 is Not giving you advise for your interest rather he points the same comment on many other questions on AUTOCAR

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•2d

Hi, I currently drive a Kia Sonet HTX iMT, which I purchased in December 2020. It has covered around 46,500km so far, with an annual running of approximately 10,000km. My current daily usage is 34km, mainly on the highway, as my office is in an industrial area. I am now looking to upgrade to a mid-size SUV with an automatic transmission. My priorities are a feature-rich car with a 5-star safety rating, good mileage, and enough space for a family of four, with occasional seating for six people. My expected usage will be around 80% city and 20% highway driving in the future. My budget is around Rs 21 lakh, although I can stretch it slightly for a better overall package. Please suggest some suitable options.

•1d

Given your requirements, the best option is the Hyundai Alcazar petrol DCT. It's available as a six- or seven-seater, giving you the flexibility you need when your extended family joins you on your journeys, and its 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine is relatively fuel efficient for a car of its size. The dual-clutch automatic is smooth enough, though it can be a bit clunky at low speeds if not driven smoothly and carefully. Also worth noting is that even the base model petrol-AT Alcazar costs around Rs 21 lakh on road, and the Alcazar has not been tested by any NCAP authority.The next best option is not an SUV but arguably a more practical option - the Kia Carens Clavis. It uses the same engine and gearbox in a lighter package with more space on the inside. Other 7-seat SUV options with more space - like the Mahindra XUV 7XO, Tata Safari, Mahindra Scorpio-N and MG Hector Plus are available, but are nowhere near as fuel-efficient and will be out of your budget as well. All things considered, the Hyundai Alcazar is your best option.

I want to buy a car under Rs 20 lakh. My monthly running will be around 1,500km, mostly on weekends, with 70% highway and 30% city driving. Which car and fuel type would you suggest? I prefer a manual transmission.

•7h

With a monthly running of 1,500 km and 70% highway usage, a diesel car makes the most sense. The higher torque and better fuel efficiency on long runs will pay off over time, and your usage pattern justifies the premium over petrol. Since you prefer a manual car, you will also avoid the complexity and cost of automatic gearboxes, which is a plus for long-term ownership.The Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel manual in a lower trim would be our first recommendation. It is a genuinely strong highway car with a punchy diesel engine, good stability at speed and a comfortable ride over long distances.If you want something a bit more compact and easier to live with in the city, the Kia Seltos diesel manual is also a very good option. It is more affordable, feels premium on the inside and is still very capable on the highway.Overall, the XUV 7XO diesel manual is the best fit for your usage and budget.

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•2d

I am planning to upgrade to an SUV, preferably Tata Harrier. My driving is very less within city and more on highways. Please suggest.

•2d

The Tata Harrier is a very good choice for your usage. With predominantly highway driving, the Harrier’s strengths really come to the fore. The diesel engine is strong and relaxed at cruising speeds, and the car feels planted and stable on long runs. The ride quality is also excellent, soaking up bad patches and undulations with ease, which makes it a comfortable long-distance companion.The only thing to be aware of is that Tata’s ownership experience can be a bit inconsistent depending on the service centre, so check the dealers out in your area as Tata Motors are making many improvements with their service. If you are open to alternatives, the Mahindra XUV 7XO is worth considering as well. It offers a more powerful diesel engine and is very well equipped.

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•5d

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•5d

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