I'm in the market for an SUV with a budget of around Rs. 35 lakh. My usage would be a mix of city and highway driving. I was initially waiting for the XUV700 facelift, but the XUV 7XO wasn't quite what I was hoping for. I was also considering the Hyundai Tucson, but that has been discontinued in India. I'm now waiting for Hyundai's upcoming 7-seater SUV, codenamed Ni1i. A few questions: When is the Ni1i expected to launch in India? Is it going to replace the Tucson, or will it be positioned differently? Is the next-generation Tucson likely to be launched in India? If so, when?

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As things stand today, both naturally aspirated and turbo petrol engines sold by major manufacturers are designed to be E20 compatible. There is no evidence to suggest that a modern turbo petrol engine will suddenly become unsuitable while an E20-compliant naturally aspirated engine remains unaffected. If India eventually moves to much higher blends, manufacturers will likely need to make hardware and calibration changes across the board, regardless of whether the engine is turbocharged or naturally aspirated.In fact, if you are choosing between a Venue Turbo DCT and an equivalent naturally aspirated rival, we would make the decision based on the way the car drives rather than on future fuel policy. The 1.0 turbo petrol offers better performance and flexibility than most naturally aspirated engines in the segment, especially on highways and during overtakes.So our advice would be simple: buy the Venue Turbo DCT if it suits your needs today. We do not see the turbocharged engine as carrying any meaningful additional risk from potential future ethanol-blend increases compared to a modern naturally aspirated petrol engine.

Hyundai Venue

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If you're planning to buy an i20 today, I would not wait specifically for the next-generation model unless you're willing to hold off for at least a year. Recent spy shots confirm Hyundai is developing an all new i20, with a redesigned interior, updated technology and the possibility of a hybrid powertrain in the future. However, the launch still appears some way off.The current i20 was facelifted in 2023 and remains one of the most premium hatchbacks in the segment, with a strong feature list, good refinement and a comfortable driving experience. Hyundai has continued updating the model and even revised variants and pricing this year, suggesting the current car still has some life left in the market.

Hyundai i20

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Pick the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor S+ Petrol MT. It sits under your Rs. 12 lakh budget, is fuel efficient, and its easy, no-fuss nature suits low usage and first-time ownership. The simple 1.2 engine is reliable, cheap to maintain and efficient in the city, and the higher seating with good ground clearance makes it family-friendly without feeling big or heavy to drive. It is also easier on the wallet and comes backed by Toyota's widespread service network.The only catch is that it is not as powerful or as solid-feeling as a Skoda Kylaq, which is the alternative you should consider. The Kylaq is more enjoyable to drive, and it comes with a 5-star crash safety rating, but it won't be as fuel efficient or as affordable to maintain as the Toyota Taisor. For your budget and light running, though, the Taisor is the smart pick.

Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor

Skoda Kylaq