I’m keenly looking forward to the new GLC EV 2026. Just wanted to know if it will be available in a non-EV version as well, and what would be the approximate on-road price when it launches?

Autocar India

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Go EV for 1500 km a month if you can install a charger at home or work. Your running cost will drop sharply, and in daily city use, an EV is smoother and easier, with very little upkeep. Over a year, that mileage makes electricity bills far lower than buying petrol or diesel, so the higher price of an EV pays back faster.Skip EVs if you rely on public fast chargers. Those can make costs closer to petrol, and you will spend time waiting. In that case, buy petrol or, better still, a hybrid. It is simpler to live with in the city, cheaper to run than diesel, and you avoid diesel’s soot filter troubles on short trips.Pick diesel only if most of your 1500 km are long highway runs, or you drive a larger SUV that feels strained on petrol. Diesel still gives long range and quick refuelling on trips, but new diesels cost more to buy and can be fussy in stop-start traffic.

Autocar India

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Yes, sedans still make a lot of sense in 2026, and for your 80% highway use, the Hyundai Verna 1.5 turbo with the automatic is a great option. Its low, slippery shape helps you get better fuel economy at a steady cruise than most SUVs, and the turbo engine has enough punch for quick overtakes without needing a downshift. At highway speeds, it sits stable and quiet, and the boot is big enough for long trips.Driven calmly on open roads, you can see mileage in the mid to high teens, but if you drive with a heavy foot, it will drop. In slow, stop-go traffic the automatic can feel a bit hesitant, though your usage is mostly highway so that’s a small worry. If mileage edges out performance for you, the non-turbo Verna with the manual does better on fuel but is nowhere near as quick. For your brief though, the Verna turbo DCT hits the sweet spot.

Hyundai Verna

Autocar India

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Its hard to recommend a car without knowing a few of your specific requirements like rear seat space, who will drive, city of highway use etc. However as an all-rounder go for the Hyundai Creta EV. Under Rs. 26 lakh, it gives you the most balanced mix of real-world range, everyday comfort and space, lots of features and a wide service footprint. It fits city life well with its easy size and smooth drive, and still does weekend highway runs without stress. The larger 51kWh battery will give you a real world range just over 400kms and if your driving is not a lot each day, you could even opt for the lower battery size model which would give you a real world range of about 250 to 300kms.

Hyundai Creta Electric