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Abhinav Ankur

Hi, Asking for the 3rd time. I’m looking to purchase a new 7-seater car. My usage will be about 30% city and 70% highways. I need a 5-star safety rating (for adults and kids), and the vehicle should be comfortable to drive and also fun to drive. Reliability is very important to me. My budget is ₹29 lakh on the road. Please suggest a suitable car. Thank you.

Autocar India

•7h

The best option for you would be the Mahindra XUV 7XO. It is spacious, comfortable, and has an excellent ride quality. The 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine is punchy and fun to drive, and it is also quite refined. However, if you wish to clock in a lot more kilometres, there is a strong and refined diesel engine option too. Both engines offer very good performance, so if you are a keen driver, these will not disappoint you. The steering is light, but also changes character depending on the drive mode. Also, the new DCx dampers give it fantastic stability and bump absorption. The XUV 7XO is also available with a 5-star safety rating. Mahindra has updated the safety with newer ADAS tech that is a lot better than the segment competitors. Within your budget, you can get the AX7 L, which is the top-spec version with all the bells and whistles.

Mahindra XUV 7XO

bhanu

•3d

Hi Autocar India team, I’m looking to buy a scooty and am confused between the Suzuki Access and Honda Activa Jupiter 125 now with iGO Assist. My main requirement is comfort - even with a pillion - for city commuting, as my current Activa 5G suspension feels poor on bad roads, rumble strips, and speed breakers. I prefer good initial acceleration rather than top speed since I don’t expect to cross 60-70 km/h on my commute route. I have test-ridden both scooties, but couldn’t figure out much in a short duration. I understand both are competent scooters, but which would suit my use case better? Is there any noticeable difference after the Jupiter 125 mild hybrid or iGO Assist upgrade in terms of economy or performance compared to before? Will it be an overall better scooter for me?

Autocar India

•8h

The TVS Jupiter 125 has a nifty winged preload adjuster for the rear suspension, which will allow you to quickly and easily set the preload when you're carrying two people, which is quite often for you. It also comes with 12-inch wheels at both ends, which endow it with better stability at higher speeds and will help round off bigger bumps better. TVS' iGO start/stop system will undoubtedly aid fuel economy, but its execution is a little lethargic in the real world, which can get frustrating in big city traffic. Coming to the Suzuki Access, this too is a comfortable scooter. Its strengths lie in its creamy smooth engine that packs zippy performance and bulletproof reliability. Also, its spare parts are affordable and easily available. It will also be great to carry a pillion around in the city; however, in that regard, the Jupiter is slightly better. Realistically, both scooters are great purchases and will serve you well in the long run. We'd recommend getting whichever one is more affordable for you and has a service centre close to you.

TVS Jupiter 125

Suzuki Access

Manish B

•4d

I’m thinking of buying either the CB350 RS or the Yezdi Roadster 2025. Between the two, which one would you recommend if I want a bike that performs well both in the city and on long tours?

Autocar India

•9h

The Honda CB350RS has a retro-feeling, air-cooled engine with a lower performance ceiling than the Yezdi. It does, however, have an engaging riding position and will also have better ride quality. You also need to bear in mind that the Honda is a better finished product. It has a great reputation for being reliable and easy to service in the long run - fronts that Yezdi (and Classic Legends, as a whole) still have some work to do. The latest-gen Yezdi Roadster is an improvement over its predecessor, but in some areas it still lacks behind the competition.

Honda Bikes CB350RS

Yezdi Roadster

Ravinder pal singh

•12h

I’m confused between the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 Petrol and the Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 Petrol for highway runs. Which one provides a flat, composed, and stable ride quality with confidence-inspiring high-speed dynamics and better NVH levels?

Autocar India

•10h

Both the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 and GLS 450 are very comfortable and stable at high speeds. However, if you do not need the extra row of seats, the GLE would be a better bet. The GLE is a five-seater and hence is lighter by around 210kg. The GLE is also shorter in length, and the wheelbase makes it a bit more stable on the highways, especially over expansion joints. Both SUVs get air suspension and feature an inherently soft ride. But between the two, the GLE would be a bit more comfortable on the highway. Both SUVs have similar and excellent NVH performance and feature impressive cabin insulation. So with either one, you won't be disappointed.

Mercedes-Benz GLE

Mercedes-Benz GLS

Tanmay Srinath

•4d

I’m a 25-year-old rider from Bangalore (6 ft, 95 kg) currently using a 2018 TVS Apache RTR 160 4V (non-ABS). After a few close calls, I want to upgrade to a comfortable supersport or naked bike. My budget is flexible up to ₹10 lakh. I’m open to superbikes if they look great, but spares availability, service practicality, ground clearance, and E20 compatibility are important for Indian roads. I have tested multiple bikes: TVS RR 310: Loved the package. Best posture, great suspension for potholes, features, and comfort. My only worry is the engine refinement stories I’ve heard. I'm also worried that TVS might phase it out, and I'd be left searching for parts. Aprilia RS 457: Found the posture torturous and honestly didn’t get the hype around it. Hurt my fingers when doing a full turn with the handle. KTM Adventure 390: Felt unsafe due to excessive vibrations. I also don't like how adventure bikes look. Too bulky for my tastes. I'm 25 - should be able to enjoy my life! Kawasaki Ninja 300: Felt very outdated, and the engine character didn't impress me. The Kawasaki dealership experience was also quite poor. Aprilia Tuono 457: Posture was okay, but the engine didn't feel special enough to justify the high purchase price and service costs. Looks didn't impress me one bit. Suzuki GSX-8R: Comfortable and fast, but 11 lakhs feels unjustified given the high maintenance concerns. I loved Rishaad's review on it (great reviewer and presenter - send him my love!), but I didn't really understand what's so special about it. I could barely use 20% of its power :) I mostly ride in the city with occasional highway trips. Since I know decent TVS service folks, after-sales for the RR 310 isn't an issue. My main questions are: How bad is the refinement on the RR 310 really? Have the recent updates fixed the vibration issues? Is the 310 platform being phased out anytime soon, or is it safe to buy now? Should I wait for the 450 RR? Given my requirement for a comfortable posture and E20 compatibility, is it worth waiting for an updated Yamaha R3 or another 2026 twin, or should I just go ahead with the RR 310? I'm looking to purchase something in the March-April timeframe, but happy to wait longer if there's anything better coming up :)

Autocar India

•11h

TVS has been giving the Apache RR 310 an update almost every year since it came out, improving small areas like refinement, features and adding more colours too. Today's Apache RR 310 is a feature-loaded machine which has significantly improved NVH levels, although it's still a single-cylinder machine. So, you will have to deal with some vibrations in certain bands of the rev range. Since you seem to prefer a twin-cylinder sportbike experience over a single and have the budget to go for it, the Kawasaki Ninja 500 is a bike we'd recommend you seriously consider. It has reasonably comfortable ergonomics and decently compliant suspension for daily usage. Its 451cc, twin-cylinder engine has a healthy spread of mid-range grunt, and it will also be fun to chase the redline, given some open tarmac. Yes, Kawasaki bikes are expensive to maintain, but that's something you will have to make peace with if you want a twin-cylinder sportbike today. You can also rest easy about E20 compatibility because all new bikes and scooters sold in India are compatible with our fuel. If you don't think the Ninja 500 justifies its high price tag, then move up to the little more expensive but quite a bit more capable Ninja 650. It is one of the few big bikes on sale in India that can genuinely be used on a day-to-day basis. As long as you're mindful of the low ground clearance and expensive rims. Coming to the TVS/BMW 450cc sportbike, an official launch is unlikely to happen anytime soon, considering we have only just spotted a heavily camouflaged test mule for the first time. Thank you for your kind words about Rishaad. We'll be sure to pass them on!

Avinash Tallam

I am considering buying an EV with a ₹15-20 lakh budget. My strong contender is the MG Windsor EV. Some of my friends have advised against the brand, citing quality and safety concerns. Is there any truth to these concerns? Please also advise on any other cars in this price segment. My primary use case is family use, and another important consideration is that the vehicle needs to be handicap-friendly or allow for handicap-friendly modifications.

Autocar India

•12h

The MG Windsor EV is a good, value-for-money option in the market. Owners have been largely satisfied with their purchase, with no particular known flaw or fault with the vehicle. We suspect that the advice you've been getting seems to be hearsay rather than first-hand experience. Yes, the user-experience isn't the easiest as most functions are embedded in the rather slow touchscreen. However, this is something that, as an owner, you will get used to. What you will appreciate, though, is the sheer cab and boot space on offer, which for its price seems unmatched. Since you have a budget of Rs 20 lakh, we'd recommend you seriously consider the entry-level Kia Carens Clavis EV, which is a three-row electric MPV. It is a lot more expensive than the MG Windsor EV, but it feels more premium and more polished. You will have to reach out to a reputed specialized service provider to discuss the possibilities of modifications on either of these two cars to make them handicap-friendly.

MG Windsor

Kia Carens Clavis EV