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•31w

Hi! I currently own a BMW M340i, which is 2 years old. I am considering buying an EV for daily and local commuting. I am looking for good design, a great music system and good battery life. Mahindra is already ruled out, as one of my cousins owns one. So I am considering either BYD or MG. If you could suggest any other ICE cars, that would be fine too. My budget is around Rs 30-40 lakh.

•31w

If you are looking for a good EV, the BYD Seal is a great option. It is one of the best electric cars in the Rs. 40 lakh range, offering a lot of tech, equipment, and a spacious interior. Performance of this BYD car, too, is very good, which, being a BMW 340i owner, you will appreciate.

The MG ZS EV is a good car, but it's not in the league of the BYD Seal. If the Seal is beyond your budget, the BYD Atto 3, priced between Rs. 27 and 37 lakh, is the next best option. It is not as spacious as the BYD, but it is well-equipped and has a good range.

Sadly, there are not many good ICE vehicles in that price bracket anymore, but the best option for your money is the Skoda Kodiaq, which ranges from Rs. 47-56 lakh.

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Okay super! Thank you so much for your advice!

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Hello, I’m looking to buy a fully loaded, feature-rich full-size SUV, and I’m willing to wait for the right option. The Hyundai Palisade is a very tempting choice, but it seems like it may not arrive in India until 2028. Would it be worth waiting for, or are there other good options under Rs 60 lakh that I should consider?

•1d

Yes the Hyundai Palisade is still sometime away and you could be looking at a wait time of over a year. Currently in this price bracket, and looking at your requirement of a loaded, premium-feeling SUV with a strong feature set, the Kia Sorento is a very good option. It offers a comfy and well built cabin, a rich feature list and a premium ownership experience, while still being a very capable and comfortable family SUV. The top end Sorento will also very comfortably fit within your budget and would make a far more realistic and satisfying purchase today. The other good option is the Skoda Kodiaq, which is also a very well built and premium feeling SUV, you need not opt for the RS version which is above your budget and is setup up for driving pleasure with its more powerful engine output. Opt for the L&K trim instead which is well equipped and within budget.

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•1h

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•6d

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•5d

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•5d

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