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•2d

Dear Sir, please suggest whether I should buy an electric car or an ICE car, and which make and model I should consider. I am a 62-year-old man and currently drive a 2012 Maruti Dzire Diesel VDi with a manual transmission. It has covered around 50,000km and still delivers over 23kpl on the highway and 19kpl in the city. Its suspension and overall condition are also good. However, I now want to replace it or buy a second car for my personal use. I will be the primary driver. My requirements are a small car with an automatic gearbox and a 360-degree camera. My annual running is up to 5,000km, comprising around 3,000km in the city and 2,000km on the highway. My budget is up to Rs 15 lakh. Thank you.

•3m

If you are going to buy an electric car, make sure you have charging at home, as relying only on public chargers is really not very feasible. As for the choice of car, we would suggest the Kia Syros EV, which is very comfortable to get in and out of, to sit inside and on the move. It is well equipped too, and the electric drivetrain and electronic systems are well designed and robust.

At your budget, you would not get the variant with a 360-degree camera, but the car would have a reverse camera setup, which should help. If you must have this feature, consider the Tata Punch EV, which is also a good buy with a good ride and easy ingress / egress and a nice high driving position.

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Hello team, I currently drive a 2023 Skoda Kushaq 1.5 TSI manual and am planning to buy a second car. My weekly running is around 700km. I live in Mysore and commute to my office in Bengaluru twice a week. I had booked the Tata Punch EV, but was hesitant about its sales and service network. Unfortunately, I also faced an issue with the dealer, who suddenly increased the price while I was waiting for the car, even after I had paid the booking amount. I cancelled the booking and started looking at diesel cars instead. I do not want to spend too much on my second car. I tried a few used diesel cars through Spinny, but most had multiple previous owners and high mileage. What I am really looking for is a car that delivers over 20kpl. I am considering the Kia Sonet diesel, but I have heard that the next-generation model is due to launch. However, there is no official launch date yet. Should I wait for the new model or book the current Sonet?

•3h

The Kia Sonet diesel is a good fit for your Mysore-Bengaluru commute. The next-generation Sonet is expected to launch sometime next year, although the exact timeline is unclear at the moment. What we do know is that the new model will move to the K1 platform and get the latest electrical and electronics (E&E) architecture, enabling over-the-air updates and remote diagnostics. It may also grow in size, which could address the cramped rear-seat issue of the current Sonet. However, it is also likely to be more expensive.Since you don't want to spend too much on your second car, you might be better off looking for discounts on the current Sonet, particularly as the launch of the new generation draws closer.You could also consider the Hyundai Venue diesel. It already uses the new K1 platform and gets the latest technology. The rear seat is roomier, and the ride is more absorbent. It uses the same diesel powertrain as the Sonet, so fuel efficiency should be similar. One drawback, however, is that the Venue's light steering doesn't inspire much confidence on the highway, which will make up the bulk of your commute.Overall, the current Sonet is a fine choice for your needs. However, if you can wait, you might be able to get a better deal when the launch of the next-gen model is near.

Hello, my monthly running is around 1600km which includes city traffic, narrow and bad rural roads as well as open highway express way drive. Currently, I am driving Corolla Altis Petrol with which I don't have any issues related to driving dynamics and outright performance. I am searching for a similar or more dynamic and powerful car for a family of 5. Kindly suggest a diesel suv that has good ground clearance for bad roads, good maneuverability for tight lanes and excellent engine performance for highway use along with great cabin comfort, best in class milieage and most importantly reliability. My budget is between Rs. 18-20 lakh (on-road Delhi). Also suggest if any EV alternatives are available under my budget.

•4d

For your needs, consider the Kia Seltos Diesel AT. It has the ground clearance you're looking for to tackle bad roads, is large yet reasonably manoeuvrable, and offers good engine performance and fuel efficiency. Kia also has a strong reputation for after-sales service and reliability, which is something you'd want coming from a Toyota. The cabin is also among the most spacious in its class, with enough room for a family of five and their luggage.If you can install an EV charger at home, an electric vehicle could be a good alternative. Within your budget, the MG Windsor Pro, Kia Syros EV and Tata Nexon EV are all strong contenders. All three offer sufficient range for your city driving and can manage your highway trips with a charging stop along the way. However, since they are smaller than the Seltos, you might find space a little tight for your family of five.Overall, the Seltos is the best diesel option for your needs. However, if you're open to an EV, the MG Windsor is worth considering.

My previous car was a 2017 Toyota Etios Liva VX Dual Tone, which had covered about 75,000 km. We’ve sold it and are now planning to buy an EV. I’m leaning towards the Tata Nexon EV Creative 45 kWh variant. Is it a good choice, given reports that a new-generation Nexon could launch next year?

•4d

There is a new generation Nexon due; however, there isn't a firm timeline known so far. If you can wait, we would suggest waiting until the Bharat Mobility (Auto Expo), which is due to be held in early February. The plans for the new Nexon might be made clearer by then, and if not, you would have a few more electric options to choose from. Hyundai, for instance, will showcase its small EV called the Ioniq P. If you must have an EV right away, then yes, the Nexon is a good choice, but you can also consider the Kia Syros EV; it would be a bit more expensive but would offer you more space and a better-tuned powertrain.

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improve the grammar and write it in a paragraph - Hi Autocar, Iam looking to book a car this week. I have narrowed it down to one of 3 cars. Petrol Automatic IVTs. My running is mostly going to be 95% city (office to work in Mumbai traffic). Daily commute is around 15km, so I don't want a turbo in traffic. That's roughly 5k annual running. I am 6ft tall so wouldn't want something that is cramped 1. New Seltos HTK(O) 2. New elevate VX 3. Bayon HX 8 All of these are close to the 16L ex showroom price. I've driven the Seltos and Elevate. I really liked both of them. The Seltos feels more premium from the inside and I feel like that is something worth having in a daily car. The elevate is brilliant, but it seems cheap on the inside. No pani sunroof too, although I would maybe use it 1 day in year, it's priced the same as the Seltos, so that felt a miss. I know Honda engines are top, but at my running and limited enthusiast journey, I'm not sure if that does justice to need. Now comes the bayon. I have not done a test drive yet as its not available, but the bayon pricing at Hx6 and hx8 seems very close to the Creta currently.. I am tempted to go for the hx8 as it as a 360 camera,( I think that might be usefull for parking etc as I am coming from a hatchback ) but I am getting a "lesser car" vs the Seltos here I wonder.. Which one would you recommend? I am keen on booking before diwali, will see if there are any discounts on the Seltos (unlikey though)

•5d

All things considered, the Kia Seltos is the better fit for your needs. Since you are on the taller side, you will appreciate the extra room it has to offer compared to the Hyundai Bayon. Opting for the Bayon does get you a higher variant with a 360-degree camera, which can be helpful in tight spots. However, once you get used to the size of the vehicle, you might find yourself using the camera less often.As for the Honda Elevate, as you rightly mentioned, the Seltos feels more premium inside and costs about the same. The Elevate does offer a bit more performance from its 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, but since 95% of your driving is in slow-moving Mumbai traffic, the added performance won't really make much of a difference.Overall, the Seltos is the right fit for your needs.

Dear Autocar India team, I am planning to purchase my first family car with a budget of Rs 11 lakh and have already booked the Kia Sonet HTK+ variant. However, concerns raised on social media about the performance of its 1.2-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine have made me reconsider my decision. Since our monthly usage is relatively low and the car will primarily be used for occasional trips, would the Sonet HTK+ be a suitable choice for our requirements, or should I consider another model or an alternative powertrain within the Sonet range? I would appreciate your professional guidance in making the right decision. Thank you in advance for your assistance.

•5d

If your usage is primarily in the city, the 1.2-litre Kia Sonet will serve you just fine. It has a smooth, refined engine paired with a light clutch and gearbox, which makes it easy to drive in city traffic. Where it falls short is on the highway, where it may need a downshift to make an overtake.If you frequently travel on the highway with three or more passengers, you would be better off looking at a turbo-petrol version of the Sonet. Alternatively, consider something like the Maruti Suzuki Brezza or Hyundai Venue with a turbo-petrol engine. However, the trade-off for better performance from a turbo-petrol engine is lower fuel efficiency in the city.If you only plan on using the Sonet around town, stick with the naturally aspirated engine. But if highway performance is important, the turbo-petrol is a worthwhile upgrade.

We’re a family of four, a couple with two kids aged one and three, and we’re upgrading from a 2013 Maruti Suzuki Wagon R. My daily office commute is a 20 km round trip in the NCR, usually with only me in the car. On weekends, the whole family drives about 100 km within the NCR. Three times a year, we take long trips of up to around 1,000 km round trip to Punjab or Himachal Pradesh. We intend to keep the car for about eight to ten years. We’re considering the Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi+ AT, Victoris VXi AT and XL6 Zeta AT. Which one would you suggest?

•5d

From your shortlist, we would go with the Maruti Brezza. The space on offer inside is quite generous, and given your family size, you do not really need a larger car. Moreover, since you drive daily within the city, the compact dimensions of the Brezza would be easier to manage in traffic and also in terms of finding parking. As for your yearly extended trips, the Brezza would also do just fine, though if you carry a lot of luggage, the Xl6 would be ideal. That aside the Brezza would more than suffice for you needs.

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