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•16w

I currently own a Ford Endeavour, which I use for my daily office commute, and a Hyundai Venue, which my wife and kids use. My third car is a 2018 Honda City, which I now plan to replace. I'm considering the Hyundai Verna 2026, Volkswagen Virtus 2025, and Skoda Slavia. I'll be using the new car frequently. Which one should I choose?

•16w

Pick the Hyundai Verna. Coming from a City, you’ll appreciate the airy cabin, big rear seat and boot, and the way it smooths out rough patches. You said you’ll use it frequently, and the Verna feels secure and relaxed at highway speeds while still being easy in tight city gaps, so it won’t feel like a step down from your Honda on the daily grind. It's also well equipped, and you get a choice of two distinct petrol engines, a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated unit and a 1.5-litre turbo-petrol. The Hyundai Verna Mileage is up to 13.5kpl in real-world driving, while the DCT claims 20.6kpl as per ARAI. The former is the better all-rounder, smoother and lighter on the pocket, with the better auto gearbox - a CVT. The latter is punchier but drinks noticeably more fuel and gets a clunkier DCT gearbox. If your usage is mostly on the highway, the turbo petrol might make sense, but in most cases, the regular 1.5 petrol is better. The Verna price starts at Rs 10.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Skoda and Volkswagen are also excellent choices, especially if you enjoy driving. Their turbo engines are punchy, though they are also heavy drinkers if you are not careful, and Skoda/VW service is not quite as bulletproof as Hyundai's. Moreover, both sedans are due for a facelift very soon, so we would recommend waiting to see what's in store before taking the plunge. If you're in a hurry, though, the Verna is the safer bet.

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•21h

Hi, I am 72 years old and looking at a final upgrade to my current car, a Kia Seltos GTX. Although both of us currently drive, I would also like the option of being chauffeur-driven in the future, if required. Therefore, rear-seat comfort and safety are important considerations. My annual driving is around 8,000km, including approximately 4-6 medium-distance trips. I would appreciate suggestions on upcoming launches in 2027. Would an EV or a hybrid make sense for my usage? Home charging will be available at our new home from mid-2027. I would prefer a mid-size, high-riding SUV that offers easy ingress and egress, along with comprehensive ADAS and parking assistance features. My budget is around Rs 50 lakh, with some flexibility. Looking forward to your suggestions.

•3h

With a budget of around Rs 50 lakh, there are some interesting options worth considering. In the hybrid space, the upcoming JSW Combat, based on the Jetour T2, would be one of the more interesting options. It should offer a distinctive design, a high seating position, a premium cabin, plenty of features and strong performance. Its plug-in hybrid powertrain could also make good sense given your relatively low annual running and the availability of home charging from mid-2027.If you prefer a more conventional luxury SUV, the Skoda Kodiaq is another option worth considering. It offers a comfortable, spacious cabin and a more traditional SUV experience, although it does not offer a hybrid powertrain.

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•23h

I currently drive a Hyundai i20 Asta and am now looking to upgrade to a 5-seater SUV. My priorities are performance, comfort, safety and decent mileage. Based on my test drive, I feel the Thar Roxx is not the most suitable option for family use. On the other hand, the XUV 7XO is a 6/7-seater, which I would prefer to avoid. I am looking for a 5-seater SUV that can comfortably meet my requirements and serve me well for at least 10 years. Kindly suggest which would be the best option for me.

•4h

You are right about the Mahindra Thar Roxx. While it offers strong performance and road presence, its ride comfort may not be ideal for your family's requirements, particularly with 60 per cent highway usage. We would suggest looking at the Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel automatic instead. It offers a more comfortable ride, a spacious cabin, better rear seat comfort and strong highway performance. It will be a more suitable family SUV for your usage, without compromising too much on performance.

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•6d

I am planning to buy the top-end Hyundai Creta Turbo Petrol DCT variant. My daily running is around 50–100km, which adds up to approximately 25,000–30,000km annually. I am looking for a car that offers strong performance and quick acceleration, along with a comprehensive set of comfort and convenience features. Should I buy the current Creta Turbo Petrol DCT top variant or wait for the 2027 Creta? For context, I currently own a 2024 Maruti Suzuki Dzire Hybrid and a Volkswagen Virtus GT 1.5 TSI.

•5d

The 2027 Hyundai New Creta will be thoroughly updated inside-out, and it'll have more tech and features. If you don't mind waiting, it makes sense to get the 2027 new-gen model. Do note, its powertrain options are likely to be carried forward from the current version. If you can't wait, but still want the performance as well as the latest in terms of tech and features, consider the Kia Seltos turbo-dct instead, which packs in more or less everything the next-gen Creta is likely to offer.

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I’m planning to buy a new car, and my annual running is around 40,000km, primarily involving highway drives and ghat sections. I have shortlisted the Kia Seltos Diesel HTX and the upcoming facelifted Toyota Innova Hycross ZX. I’m considering two approaches: either buy the Innova Hycross and keep it for the next 10 years, given its reputation for longevity and the expectation that its engine can last at least 4 lakh kilometres, or buy the Seltos, drive it for around 2 lakh kilometres over 4–5 years, sell it and upgrade to a brand-new Seltos or another car of a similar price and size. On paper, the Innova Hycross Hybrid seems like the better choice, considering its long-term reliability and features such as the Ottoman reclining seats. However, I’m concerned that I might get bored of it after four years or that it may start feeling outdated as newer technologies and features enter the market. This makes the second option appealing, as it would allow me to upgrade to a brand-new car every 4–5 years. Which approach would make more sense in the long run, considering my high annual running and ownership costs?

•5d

It seems like you're leaning towards the Kia Seltos Diesel HTX, and we think it is a good choice. The diesel engine feels adequately powered for highway usage and ghat driving, and it is likely to return respectable efficiency too. Moreover, despite being modern with all the latest tech and features, the Seltos will be substantially more affordable than the Toyota Innova Hycross hybrid. So unless you need the Innova's extra space, or you frequently travel with six or seven passengers, the Kia Seltos diesel is your best bet.

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