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•21h

Dear Autocar, I am confused between Meridian and Camry. I am not an SUV fan but the diesel engine and 7 seats seem practical. However the Camry HEV is super comfortable, stylish but it is limited to 5 seats and has poor ground clearance. I will be going on occasional NH long distance cruising and regular city drives. I value comfort, safety, reliability and understated luxury. What do you advise?

•3m

Since you value comfort, safety, reliability and understated luxury, the Toyota Camry would be the better option as compared to the Jeep Meridian. And if the roads are in general good shape, around your place of residence and over the trips you would make then the lower ground clearance should not be too much of a bother. Go with the Jeep Meridian only if you require the 7 seats for a large family perhaps or the roads where you live and travel over are in bad condition.

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•3d

I am very confused between Kylaq AT and Syros DCT 1.0 petrol. Driving wise, Kylaq seems very good but Syros seems like a more practical car with a beautiful cabin. Rear seat comfort and leg room is so good in Syros along with a better AC, rear view camera and audio. Which one should I go for if I have 60% highway use as well as long distance travel? If two adults have to sit in the rear seat of Kylaq for a 5-6 hours drive, is it going to be comfortable? For suspension, quality, VFM and stability, which one is best for 7-8 years of ownership?

•2h

From a practicality perspective, the Kia Syros is a better choice than the Skoda Kylaq. Its cabin is easily the most spacious in the sub-4-metre segment, and it gets practical features such as a sliding rear bench, which lets you free up more boot space or increase rear passenger legroom. Accommodating two adults in the back seat on long journeys is no problem at all. Highway performance from the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and DCT combination is also very good, while high-speed stability is decent too. Ride quality is a touch firm, though, which is also the case with the Kylaq.The Kylaq is the more engaging car to drive, and its torque converter automatic is smoother in city traffic. The DCT in the Syros can feel a bit clunky at times in the city, but since most of your driving is on the highway, this is unlikely to be a deal-breaker.Pick the Kylaq if driving dynamics are your top priority, but when it comes to practicality, the Syros is hard to beat.

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•17h

Hi Team, I currently own an i20 diesel and am planning to upgrade. I have considered Sonet HTX Diesel and XUV 3XO AX5 variant (both manual). My running is mostly 60-70% on highway with more than 2000km monthly running. I am looking for a car that has good performance and handling with mileage of a diesel car. What do you think about it and is there any other car that I should consider? Also, what are your views on long term reliability and ownership experience of these two cars?

•1h

We would suggest you go ahead with the Mahindra XUV 3XO as the Sonet will be replaced within a year with an all new model. The rear seat space too is not a lot and in this regard the XUV is much better, so if this is important for you then the Mahindra would be the ideal choice. The performance and handling of the XUV is also tuned for driving pleasure so this would meet your other requirement too. In terms if ownership experience though Mahindra service stations are a mixed bag so make sure the dealer in your area is a well reputed one.

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•2d

I have finalised Sonet HTK plus and Hyundai Venue HX5. Please suggest me which one is better for city comfort, riding and overall is a better choice.

•13h

Between the two, the Venue has the more absorbent ride in the city. The Sonet's suspension is a bit firmer, which helps it feel more planted on the highway, but around town, it can feel harsh over sharp bumps. The Venue also has a longer wheelbase, which gives it a roomier rear seat than the Sonet.Overall, the Venue is the better choice since your priority is ride comfort in the city.

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•6d

I am planning to buy a car with a factory-fitted CNG kit, an automatic transmission, and cruise control within a budget of Rs 15 lakh. Please suggest some options.

•6d

There are quite a few options that would meet your requirements, so its hard to pinpoint a specific model without knowing a bit more about your requirements and driving conditions. If you are looking for a city car then pick the Tata Punch, the compact dimensions are easy to manage in tight city traffic and the elevated driving position gives you a decent view outside. If however you want something bigger and with more space then the Maruti Suzuki Dzire would be a good option as you will have more rear space as well as a larger boot. Both cars will fit well within your budget. If you want a larger CNG car then you will have to settle for a manual and the a model like the Kia Carens Clavis or the Maruti Victoris.

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•1w

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.

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