Hi Team, I am currently owning an XL6. I would like to upgrade to either the Tata Safari or Kia Carens Clavis. My 7-seater usage is once a quarter, and mostly I drive on highways rather than in the city. I do understand that the Clavis is a better deal in terms of comfort, but what is it that I will lose by choosing the Safari? Is it very tough to go on a 1,000km trip with 6 members in the Safari compared to the Clavis?

Autocar India

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Pick the Tata Safari Adventure+ 6‑seat (captain seats). For your highway‑biased driving and occasional 7‑seater use, it offers superior high‑speed stability, a wider cabin, and 5‑star Global NCAP (2023) safety.

Since you’re on highways more than in the city, the Safari feels secure at 90-120kph. Cabin width is 1,894 mm versus your XL6’s 1,735 mm, so two adults in the second row stay relaxed on 1,000 km days. So, 1,000 km with six isn’t tough in the Safari. The 6‑seat layout keeps everyone comfortable for 6-8 hour stints, and the 5‑star Global NCAP rating adds real peace of mind over the Carens’ 3‑star adult score (2022).

The one thing you give up is third‑row adult comfort and easy access; the Carens’ 2,780 mm wheelbase and lower floor make row three roomier than the Safari’s 2,741 mm. If most trips involve two adults in row three for 2+ hours, consider the Kia Carens HTX(O) A 6‑seat instead. It prioritises third‑row space and convenience at this size.

On back‑to‑back test drives, seat six adults for 20 minutes each: assess row‑three knee room and head support, then cruise at 100 kph to check straight‑line stability and cabin noise.

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Piyush

•2d

I have booked a Tata Safari Petrol AdvX+. However, I still feel sceptical about its power and performance with respect to hills or overtaking scenarios. I drive 1,500km monthly with a 60-40 city-highway ratio. Should I consider alternatives like 7XO or Scorpio? Also, if Safari makes sense, would upgrading to Accomplish X be a better decision?

Autocar India

•1d

During our first drive of the Tata Safari petrol, we were pleasantly surprised by its effortless performance despite its modest 1.5-litre displacement. Initial testing revealed a 0-100kph time of just 10.5 seconds, which is very respectable. Moreover, the engine has a lot of low-down grunt, allowing it to pick up speed effortlessly. On the highway, it was able to maintain high speeds with ease and make swift overtakes when required. We even drove it with six passengers on board, and even then, performance felt more than adequate. While we haven’t yet driven it in the hills, all the evidence suggests it should cope just fine.That said, there is no denying that for similar money as the Safari Petrol Adventure X +, you could get a Mahindra XUV 7XO AX5, which produces 203hp and 380Nm, 33hp and 100Nm more than the Safari. This extra power means the Mahindra XUV 7XO always feels like it has performance in reserve, a feeling you don’t quite get with the Safari petrol. It is also very well equipped and rides superbly, although the third row is not quite as comfortable as the Safari’s.Since you’ve already made a booking for the Safari, you can proceed with it, and you won’t be disappointed with the performance. However, do request a longer test drive of the Safari petrol, and if you still find it lacking, then consider the XUV 7XO.

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Karunesh

•4d

I am considering buying an SUV car, and my critical criteria are: 1) Performance, 2) Safety and 3) Boot space. A few options I was considering are: Tata Safari and Mahindra 7XO, but then I came across the upcoming SUV from JSW, the Jetour T2. I need advice on whether it is worth waiting for the Jetour by the end of this year.

Autocar India

•2d

Go for the Tata Safari Accomplished+ diesel automatic. It best matches your performance, safety and boot-space needs today, with a strong 170 PS/350 Nm motor and a 5-star crash rating.For performance, the 170 PS/350 Nm diesel pulls cleanly from low revs, so highway overtakes feel easy even with 5–7 people on board. For safety, the new-gen Safari has a 5-star Global NCAP rating (2023), which gives more confidence than an untested newcomer. For boot space, with the third row folded, you get over 400 litres, enough for 4 medium bags. The wide opening also makes loading simpler. On waiting for the Jetour T2, there’s 0 India crash-test ratings published, no confirmed service footprint, and the launch/price by year-end isn’t firm, so you’d be betting on unknowns.The one thing you give up is a petrol option; the Safari is diesel-only, so if you want a high-rev turbo-petrol feel, this won’t suit.If outright acceleration becomes your top priority or you prefer petrol, consider the Mahindra XUV 7X0 AX7 petrol AT instead. Its 200 PS motor does 0-100 kph in under ~10 seconds.When you test drive, do a brisk 80-0 kph stop to judge brake bite and stability, and ask the dealer to fold the third row and load two 28-inch suitcases to verify real boot depth and loading height.

abhinav mehrotra

Hi, I am looking to upgrade to a petrol SUV. My average daily run is approximately 30-35km. I want to buy a petrol SUV. I am fine with a 5-seater. My budget will be ₹20-25 lakh at most. I am confused between Tata Sierra, Tata Harrier, Tata Safari, Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta and Renault Duster. Which one will be the most suitable car with respect to quality, features, stability, mileage and comfort? Can you suggest?

Autocar India

•2d

All these SUVs are up to a high standard now and delivers a great all-round experience. While the Tata Harrier and Safari are capable in their own right, they sit in a higher segment, and thus, within your budget, you would only get a mid-range variant.Of the others, the new Kia Seltos is a good all-rounder that mixes quality, features, stability, mileage and comfort well. However, we would recommend checking out the just-launched new Renault Duster, which could prove to be the best value for money.The top-spec 1.3 Turbo Petrol DCT Iconic costs around Rs 22 lakh on road, and it has a strong features list too. While we are yet to review it, early impressions suggest it will have the same excellent ride and handling balance as its predecessor, while also delivering a tough and solid feel. And if you want the ultimate efficiency and can wait a while, the strong hybrid version is set to launch in Diwali this year.

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