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•16w

Hi, I want to buy a large SUV (XUV, Scorpio, Safari) under ₹20 lakh, but I am concerned about petrol mileage. My driving is 40–50 km per day (city + highway), and every 3–4 months I take a 500 km trip. Should I buy a diesel car, and if yes, will it have any impact on the DPF?

•16w

Your 40–50 km daily running, plus periodic 500 km trips, is ideal for a diesel. These engines need consistent use and occasional highway driving to stay healthy, and you are already doing both. Issues with BS6 diesels usually arise only when the car is used for very short city runs or constant crawling traffic without ever getting a proper stretch.

The DPF needs heat to clean itself, which happens during steady driving at moderate speeds or higher RPM. Short trips and low-speed driving lead to soot build-up, but your usage naturally allows the system to regenerate. It also makes sense to choose diesel in cars under 20 lakh like the Mahindra Scorpio N, XUV700 or Tata Safari, as the petrol versions are not very fuel-efficient.

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•16w

Scorpio n xuv700 and safari me better kon si hai

•16w

Take a test drive. Safari feels more premium and comfortable

•16w

Which car is best for Assams road between Xuv700 and Tata Safari ? I always ride 30 to 40 KM in city . I completed aproximatly 1200 KM in a month. Which car is best for me petrol or diesel ? I need a 7 seater car.

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•16h

I want to purchase a 7-seater SUV. My options are the Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV 7XO, and Scorpio N, and I am considering installing an aftermarket CNG kit for better fuel economy. Could you please suggest which one would be better suited for CNG?

•4h

We would strongly advise against installing aftermarket CNG on any of these SUVs. All three – the Tata Safari, Mahindra XUV 7XO and Scorpio N - are large, heavy vehicles with powerful turbocharged petrol engines. Fitting CNG to such engines is not recommended, as it can lead to drivability issues, increased wear and potential reliability concerns over time. More importantly, these SUVs are not designed with CNG in mind, and the installation can compromise safety and performance.If fuel economy is a top priority, opt for their diesel versions instead. The Mahindra and Tata offer strong torque, excellent highway efficiency and are well-suited to long-distance touring. If you are set on CNG, it is better to look at smaller, naturally aspirated petrol cars that are either factory-fitted or specifically designed for CNG use.Between the three, the XUV 7XO diesel would be our recommendation. It offers a more modern package, better ride comfort and a more premium cabin than the Scorpio N, while the Safari diesel is also a strong contender if you prefer Tata's design and feature set. But CNG should not be the deciding factor here.

I am confused between two cars: Mahindra XUV7XO AX7 Petrol Automatic and Mahindra Scorpio N Z8S Petrol Automatic. I am from Bangalore, and I would use the car on weekends and drive up to 20 km; hence, a monthly usage of 100 km and occasional long trips in a year. So I might have a yearly usage of 3000 km. We are a family of 5, but occasionally we would include our extended family of 7, which is why I wish to buy a 7-seater. I am confused between these two cars. I love the Scorpio for its look and legacy, while I also like the XUV 7XO for its tech features. Which one should I go for?

•1d

Go for the Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7 petrol automatic. With your low annual running of around 3,000km, petrol is the right choice, despite the powerful 2.0-litre turbo-petrol's heavy thirst. Of the two Mahindras, the XUV 7XO is the more sensible and family-friendly option. This Mahindra car offers a more comfortable ride, a more spacious and usable third row, and a more modern cabin with better tech and features. The Scorpio N is a great SUV with a strong legacy and a rugged appeal, but it is more of an enthusiast's SUV with a tougher ride and a cramped third row. For a family of five with occasional trips with seven people, the XUV 7XO is the better all-rounder and will be the more comfortable and enjoyable car to own over the long term.

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•4d

I am confused between the Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7 petrol automatic and the Mahindra Scorpio N Z8S petrol automatic. I am based in Bangalore and would mainly use the car on weekends, covering around 20km per outing, which works out to roughly 100km a month. I would also take occasional long trips, bringing the estimated annual usage to around 3,000km. We are a family of five, but our extended family occasionally joins us, taking the total to seven people. That is why I am looking for a seven-seater. I really like the Scorpio N for its looks and legacy, while the XUV 7XO appeals to me for its technology and features. Given my usage and requirements, which one would be the better choice?

•2d

Though both are Mahindra cars, they are quite different in character. The Scorpio N Z8S Petrol AT has undeniable road presence and a legacy that goes back over two decades, so it is easy to understand why it appeals to you. Its body-on-frame construction also makes it the tougher, more rugged choice, especially if your regular driving involves poor roads or occasional off-road use.However, for the usage you have described, the XUV 7XO AX7 Petrol AT would be the better fit. With only around 3,000km a year, mostly short weekend trips in Bengaluru and a few longer family journeys, you are likely to appreciate its more modern, car-like driving manners and greater everyday comfort. It feels easier to drive, more stable at highway speeds and less cumbersome in the city than the Scorpio N.The XUV 7XO also has the advantage on technology, cabin ambience and overall refinement. Its ride is more composed and its handling feels more predictable, while the Scorpio N can feel bouncier and more top-heavy, particularly when driven briskly or with a full load. For a family of five, both will work well, but the XUV’s cabin feels more premium and the third row though best kept for occasional use is better in the XUV 7XO as well.Choose the Scorpio N if its design, image and rugged character genuinely matter more to you, or if your long trips often involve badly broken roads. But if you want the more rounded family SUV, with better comfort, technology and on-road behaviour, the XUV 7XO is the one to go for.

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