I wish to buy kia carens premium(O) diesel variant but my running is one in 3 months, should I go for diesel or petrol as heard got DPF related issue in diesel?

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For your 1,500 to 1,800km monthly running and preference for long trips on village roads, the Roxx is the better choice. Compared with the Thar OG, it is considerably more comfortable and stable at highway speeds, has a much more usable cabin and rear seat, and offers better ride comfort without giving up the 4x4 capability you want. The 2.2 litre diesel 4x4 manual is also well suited to your usage, particularly when you are likely to encounter rough or poorly surfaced roads.The MX5 makes more sense than stretching to the ZXT if the additional features are not essential. The Roxx is already the more complete vehicle, so spending more for equipment you may not use does not add much value. The OG's biggest advantage is its compact size and more traditional Thar character, which can be appealing on narrow village roads, but that advantage is outweighed by the Roxx's superior touring ability for your usage.The interior colour is the one reason to hold off. The Roxx Star Edition does have a darker interior, but, it is not available with 4x4. There is currently no confirmed announcement of an all black or Ebony interior being introduced on a 4x4 Roxx.

Mahindra Thar OG

Mahindra Thar Roxx

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At 183cm and 140kg, your priority should be a car with a genuinely accommodating driving position, easy ingress and enough seat and cabin width, while keeping running costs reasonable. The Brezza is one of the better options around Rs 15 lakh because of its spacious, boxy cabin and seats that accommodate larger adults well. We found the current Brezza capable of comfortably seating five adults, with good overall space and a comfortable driving position.If you want something more spacious and can stretch slightly, the Honda Elevate is worth a serious test drive. Its front seats are particularly comfortable, ergonomics are excellent, and the elevated driving position gives plenty of room around the driver. Its ride and handling are also very good.

Maruti Suzuki Brezza

Honda Elevate

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A crash in which the Ciaz suffered damage while the Slavia apparently came away without a visible mark can understandably make you question the car’s safety, but the extent of visible damage alone does not tell you which car is safer. More importantly, your 2023 Ciaz has already covered 60,000km, so the decision should be based on its structural condition, repair quality and your future usage rather than the accident itself.There is one reason to take the safety concern seriously. The Ciaz is an old design and a recent Global NCAP test gave it one star for adult occupant protection, with the bodyshell rated unstable. So if improved crash protection is your primary reason for changing cars, moving to a newer, independently crash tested model would be justified.

Skoda Slavia