I’m planning to buy the Tata Harrier Hyperion (1.5L petrol), which was recently launched and costs around ₹23 lakh. I would like opinions on whether buying the petrol version at this price is a good decision. The 1.5-litre petrol engine is new and hasn’t been long-term tested in real-world conditions yet. Many reviewers say it isn’t underpowered, but I’m still concerned about real-world performance in situations like city traffic, highway overtakes, driving with the AC on, or with a fully loaded car. I also want to know the practical, real-world mileage (city and highway) that owners are actually getting, not just the claimed figures. Should I wait for more long-term reliability feedback before buying, or is it safe to purchase now? Alternatively, would it be wiser to choose the diesel version for proven reliability and better fuel efficiency? My main concerns are performance, real-world fuel efficiency, reliability of a newly launched engine, and whether paying ₹23 lakh for the petrol variant is justified.

Autocar India

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With a 60-70 km daily run, comfort, ease in traffic and lower tiredness matter most, so pick the Mahindra XUV 7XO automatic. Its petrol and diesel engines are smooth and quiet, and the Mahindra also rides very comfortably over bad roads. A couple of watch-outs: the third row (if you choose the 7-seater) is best for kids, and the boot with all seats up is small. Also, some features vary by variant, so confirm the exact mix you want.If you travel with six or seven people or do frequent highway trips with the family, the Tata Safari is the better alternative from your list. It's got more flexible seating, allowing you to better balance space across its three rows. As for the Thar Roxx, it has a tough image but is essentially too hardcore for your commute. It will not be as convenient to drive or as comfortable in general as the XUV 7XO or Safari.

Mahindra XUV 7XO

Mahindra Thar Roxx

Tata Safari

Autocar India

•2h

If you can set up a charger at home, an EV would be cheaper to run, but on your longer trips (150km one way, 300km return), you might need to make a quick stop to top up the battery. If you are alright with the extra planning, then the EV is the obvious choice. If you cant charge at home and dont want trips to be limited by range, then the diesel automatic is the safer choice.If you decide to go with an EV, then the Tata Nexon EV is a good choice. The 45kWh battery can deliver around 350km in the real world, as per our testing, which should be enough for most of your trips. For a diesel, the Kia Seltos HTE (O) diesel automatic is a good choice. The base trim is rather well equipped, with features like cruise control to take the stress out of your longer drives.If you have a fixed parking spot where you can set up a charger and your routes have fast chargers, an EV is the better choice.

Tata Nexon EV

Kia Seltos

Autocar India

•3h

City commute plus frequent Konkan runs, a family of four, and a tall driver - in this brief, a used Hyundai Creta diesel is the best fit under Rs 10 lakh. It rides well over broken roads, stays steady at highway speeds, has a big boot, and the wide seat and upright driving position suit a 6’2” frame well. The diesel is reliable and uses less fuel on long trips.A strong alternative, if you don’t find a clean Creta, is the Renault Duster diesel manual for its comfy seats and torquey engine.On petrol vs diesel: a petrol would be better with just a 20km daily commute, but since you are frequently heading out of town with family in tow, a diesel makes more sense. Manual vs automatic: an automatic eases Pune traffic, and the Creta's smooth torque-converter auto is the reliable pick in this price range.Target 2018-2021 cars with under 70,000km. Buy from reliable sources like Spinny with inspection and return/warranty. Check the full service history, accidental/flood signs, clutch and suspension health, tyre age, underbody rust, A/C, electricals, and do an OBD scan. Ensure the driver's seat adjusts far enough back for you.

Hyundai Creta