I currently drive a manual Baleno and am considering upgrading to a reliable automatic SUV for easier ingress and egress. I prefer a 360° camera, but I would like to avoid a sunroof, as I feel it's a costly feature that I won't use. Please suggest a car with good city mileage and an on-road price below ₹18 lakh.

The Mahindra XUV 7XO makes for a more logical choice. The Mahindra is more practical as it is a 7-seater, while the Tata Sierra is a 5-seater only.The XUV 7XO also comes with a more powerful 203hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine compared to the Tata Sierra's 160hp, 1.5-litre turbo-petrol unit. Both SUVs come paired with a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. Furthermore, the XUV 7XO offers more features, including ventilated middle-row seats, a second wireless phone charger, and so on.

The new Mahindra XUV 7XO is a good option to consider. It is available with a 203hp, 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and a 185hp, 2.2-litre turbo-diesel engine, both of which are punchy and refined. Both engines are available with a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed automatic gearbox. Since your usage isn't high, it's best to opt for the petrol.This Mahindra car offers a spacious cabin, a comfortable ride quality, and is feature-loaded. Prices for the Mahindra XUV 7XO petrol range from Rs 13.66 lakh to Rs 23.64 lakh (ex-showroom, India).

Both are excellent choices, and the decision comes down to your preference. The Mercedes-Benz C 220d has a more upmarket feeling and techie cabin, with a more advanced infotainment system that is easier to use. It's also quite a sharp handling sedan if you enjoy driving yourself.However, the BMW 3 Series LWB is also excellent to drive, and its longer wheelbase doesn't affect the dynamics all that much. Moreover, it is far superior in the back seat, thanks to that longer wheelbase, and so if you are chauffeur-driven, it is definitely the better choice.

The BMW 330Li offers a good balance between ride comfort and handling, and its 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine delivers good performance.That said, the Mercedes C300 is great to drive, and on account of a more opulent interior, it feels a bit more special. The backseat isn't nearly as comfortable as the 330Li, and it is much more expensive than the BMW car, but if these two reasons aren't deal-breakers for you, then get the C300 - it feels sporty to drive without sacrificing the comfort you'd expect from a Mercedes-Benz car.