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Monthly running of 1500–2000km: Should you choose a diesel or petrol car?

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Given your monthly running of around 1,500 to 2,000 km (or roughly 50–60 km a day), the diesel version of the Thar Roxx makes more financial sense. The petrol variant, while smoother in certain conditions, will prove significantly more expensive to run over time.

The 2.2-litre mHawk diesel is also one of the best in its class—refined, torquey, and strong on performance—so you’re unlikely to feel short-changed or wish for a petrol instead.

The only thing to keep in mind with the BS6 diesel is the DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) system. To keep it working efficiently, it’s advisable to take the car out on longer highway drives now and then so the system can regenerate properly.

All things considered, the diesel Roxx is the more practical and rewarding choice for your usage. The Thar Roxx on road price in Bhilwara for the diesel variants ranges from Rs 16.59 lakh to Rs 27.29 lakh.

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•1w

Hi, I booked a Thar Roxx AX7L diesel automatic 4WD, and I hope to get the car this month. But recently I have seen posts about an upgrade coming for the Thar Roxx. A new upgraded model is reportedly under testing and is expected to launch soon. Kindly advise whether I should wait for the upgrade or continue with the purchase of the current model. Also, when will the new updated model be launched? Please advise.

•4d

Go ahead with your Mahindra Thar Roxx AX7L DAT 4WD booking. The Thar Roxx is a recent addition to the Thar line-up, and there is no confirmed information about a major update or facelift coming in the immediate future. The posts you have seen are likely referring to Mahindra's ongoing testing of various Thar prototypes, including the upcoming Mahindra Thar e (electric version) and other variants. These are not direct replacements for the current Thar Roxx.The Thar Roxx itself is a well-specced, feature-rich variant that already benefits from Mahindra's recent updates to the Thar range. Waiting indefinitely for an unconfirmed update does not make sense, especially when you have a car allocated and ready for delivery. If Mahindra does introduce a minor update in the future, it is unlikely to be a major overhaul that would fundamentally change the ownership experience.In short, take delivery of your Thar Roxx and enjoy it. There is no compelling reason to delay your purchase based on speculation.

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I am a 6 ft driver who loves driving. I've driven the Swift 2013 petrol, Creta 1.6 Diesel Auto and the XUV500 the most on long trips. Now that I am planning to buy a car with a strict budget, do you think the 3XO AX5 TCMPFI petrol variant will be a wise decision to make, as I will be travelling once a month for short trips from Bangalore to Coorg, Pondicherry, GOA, and Mangalore? Which other car can be a perfect match for me, keeping a budget of 12 lakhs max? Also, the 3XO AX5 I'm getting from a friend who has hardly driven 6k km for 10 lakhs.

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With just 500km a month, petrol is the clear choice, and reliability and ease of ownership become the most important factors. The Honda City is the safest recommendation here. It is a proven product with a strong reliability record, a comfortable ride and a familiar ownership experience that your father will appreciate, especially coming from a 2008 City. The Skoda Slavia and Volkswagen Virtus are both excellent to drive, but the 1.0 TSI engine can feel a bit laggy at low speeds, and the 1.5 TSI is overkill for this kind of usage. The Nissan Tekton is a good value proposition, but engines are not responsive at low speeds and Nissan's service network is not as strong as Honda's, which matters more for a low-running, long-term ownership scenario. The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder is a solid option if you specifically want an SUV, but the hybrid premium does not make financial sense at this running, and the naturally aspirated petrol is not as refined as the City's engine. The new-generation Hyundai Creta is worth waiting for only if your father specifically wants an SUV; otherwise, the City remains the more sensible choice. Overall, the Honda City is the most reliable, comfortable and hassle-free option for your father's usage.

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