Is the Tata Tiago a good car to own?

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You have already been using the car in the right way. Regular highway driving should prevent DPF problems, so repeated issues along with multiple turbo replacements point to something beyond normal wear and tear. While it may get resolved with further intervention, the frequency of visits and downtime understandably affects ownership confidence.A practical approach is to give the service centre one final, structured attempt to fix the issue properly, ideally with escalation to the manufacturer. If the problem repeats after that, it is sensible to move on rather than continue with uncertainty.If you do decide to change, a petrol automatic SUV like the Kia Seltos IVT or Hyundai Creta petrol CVT will feel familiar but far easier to live with, especially in mixed usage. They are smoother in daily driving and avoid diesel-related complications. If your running remains high and fuel cost is a concern, a strong hybrid is worth considering. Options like the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara or Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder offer excellent efficiency with petrol-like smoothness, making them a good middle ground between petrol and diesel.

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Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder

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From what you’ve described, this is not a simple tyre issue. You now have two different tyre sizes at the front and rear, you have replaced a wheel bearing and a brake disc, and the noise comes in with heat and under braking. You should go to Tata service first and get the brakes and hubs checked properly, because this is a safety item.Two things stand out for your case. First, the kat-kat noise under braking after a few kilometres points to a brake fitment or disc issue on the front. If the hub face was not cleaned before fitting the new disc, or if the disc is a little bent, you get a knock and a whistle once things heat up. If the pad clips or guide pins were not fitted or greased correctly, the pads can rattle and squeal. Also, discs and pads should be replaced on both front wheels at the same time. If only one side is done, it can cause an uneven feel and noise. Second, you now have 195/60 R16 in front and 215/60 R16 at the back. The rear tyres are about 3 to 4 per cent larger in rolling size. The ABS, which prevents wheel lock, reads wheel speeds. A big front-rear difference can confuse it, and you can feel a buzz or kick through the pedal, more so on hills.What I’d do next: ask Tata to check both front discs and pads as a pair, clean the hub surfaces, check wheel nut torque, and check front wheel bearing play again. Ask them to scan the ABS for errors and inspect the wheel speed sensors and rings. Also have them check all four wheels for bends from the long flat-tyre drive earlier.About the spare: a 2023 spare used now is fine if the rubber has no cracks and the date code is 2023. The tyre-burst story, just because it was unused, is overblown.For long term, run the same size and brand on all four wheels. Either go all 195/60 R16 or all 215/60 R16, but don’t mix. Overall, get the brake and hub diagnosis at Tata first. Once that is right, align all four tyres to same specifications and your Nexon should feel normal again.

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Given a 2018 Hexa XTA with 71,000 km and repeated turbo and so‑called DPF trouble, plus the hassles you’ve had getting parts, I would not plan to keep it for the long run. The Hexa is lovely to travel in, but Tata no longer sells it, and parts for items like the turbo, differential bits, and some trim are already in short supply. As the car crosses 80,000-100,000 km, more components wear out on a big diesel and an older automatic, which can mean longer downtime and higher bills if parts are not readily available.Before you decide, please note that a 2018 Hexa is BS4 and therefore does not normally have a DPF. If someone has called it a DPF issue, get a second opinion at a strong Tata workshop or a trusted diesel specialist. Many owners see similar symptoms from a clogged EGR, faulty sensors, or exhaust parts, not a DPF. A proper scan with the right tool can save you from chasing the wrong fix.If you still love the car and can live with waits, you can hold on, but set it up for fewer surprises. Get the turbo and intercooler pipes pressure-checked, clean the EGR and intake, refresh the automatic gearbox oil if not already done, and note exact part numbers so you can pre-order likely items. Even then, delays will remain.