I currently own a 2020 Kia Seltos petrol manual and want to upgrade to a larger car (over 4.5 m) with good driving dynamics and a comfortable ride. I prefer petrol only (not an EV) due to limited charging access. My budget is ₹35 lakh. Please suggest suitable options.

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A logical option for you is the all-new Seltos, which goes on sale in January 2026.

The new Kia Seltos is much bigger than the outgoing model, offering more legroom and luggage space than your current Seltos. However, if you want a change from the Seltos, you could also consider the Mahindra XUV 7X0, which is a facelift of the Mahindra XUV700 and is a large, spacious SUV with a choice of strong petrol and diesel engines. The diesel 7X0 would be our pick

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