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•28w

I currently drive a Hyundai Xcent petrol and travel about 400-500 km every week. My budget is ₹25-30 lakh. Should I go for the Tata Sierra EV or wait for the Tata Avinya?

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•27w

With a usage of 400-500km a week, we would recommend sticking with a petrol, diesel or hybrid vehicle for the moment. 

The Tata Avinya range of EVs is still at least two years away, so there's plenty of time to consider a new car in between. Moreover, Tata is positioning the Avinya brand as a premium offering, so prices for its models will likely be north of Rs 30 lakh when it is launched. 

In the meantime, the Tata Sierra is a good option, with loads of space and comfort, and a strong features list. Its engines are not the strongest or most exciting, and neither is the handling, but its standout design is sure to turn heads.

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