I want to buy the new 2026 facelift version of the Tata Tiago. Is it a good option within this budget, or should I consider any other brands?

Autocar India

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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

Autocar India

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The latest situation is that Hyundai's Ni1i 7-seater SUV appears to have gone quiet. We had originally reported in 2024 that Hyundai was evaluating a three-row SUV positioned above the Alcazar, but since then there has been very little concrete information from Hyundai. As things stand today, even if the project is still alive, it is unlikely to arrive before late 2027 or beyond.As for positioning, the Ni1i was never expected to be a direct replacement for the Tucson. The idea was for it to be a more India-focused three-row SUV, targeting buyers of the XUV700, Safari and similar vehicles, whereas the Tucson sits in a different segment as a premium five-seat global SUV.Regarding the next-generation Tucson, Hyundai has not confirmed plans for India yet. Given the relatively modest sales of the outgoing Tucson, we would not assume its successor is a certainty for our market. If Hyundai does decide to bring it here, it is still likely to be well over a year away.So if you are planning a purchase in the near future, we would not recommend waiting specifically for either the Ni1i or the next-generation Tucson. Both remain uncertain, and even in the most optimistic scenario, they appear to be some distance away from launch.

Hyundai Tucson

Autocar India

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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