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•1d

Is it a good time to buy the Hyundai Creta IVT, or should I wait for the facelift expected in March 2027? My driving is a mix of city and highway use. I’m also concerned about the future of petrol cars due to the ongoing ethanol fuel changes. Additionally, if the facelift brings a hybrid powertrain, how much will the boot space be affected? What would you recommend?

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•17m

If you need a car now, the Hyundai Creta IVT is still a very sensible buy. The IVT is smooth in the city, the car is easy to live with, and it remains one of the most well-rounded midsize SUVs on sale. 

2027 will see the arrival of the next-gen Creta (not merely a facelift). The new Creta is expected to be larger, roomier and more feature-equipped than the current model. The promise is of a lot more car for a bit more money, and it could be worth the wait. The new-gen Creta is expected to get a hybrid powertrain, which will likely use a battery pack under the boot floor. This will eat into boot space. However, the standard petrol IVT is sure to remain on offer and could be the right pick if luggage capacity is a decider.  

On ethanol, there is no need to worry. This Hyundai car is E20-compliant, and modern engines are engineered to handle E20 fuel without reliability concerns. There is no official roadmap beyond E20, so this is not something that should influence your buying decision.

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I am from Punjab and currently own a diesel car. Now I want to try either a CNG or an EV, as I belong to a small city. My monthly running is around 3,500 km, and my budget is around Rs. 15-20 lakh. However, I have range anxiety with EVs. Are EV charging stations available everywhere, including developing areas such as Bihar and Uttar Pradesh?

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Considering your usage, CNG car would be a better fit. While an electric car will be cheaper to run, the charging network in rural areas is patchy, which will limit your usage. CNG is more readily available where you are and, on longer trips where you don't find a pump, you can still revert to petrol.In your budget, the Maruti Suzuki Victoris is a solid choice. It comes with a dual-tank setup, so the boot is only slightly smaller than the petrol version. Maruti has also done a good job of tuning the car to run on CNG and its service network is the largest in the country. The downside is that highway performance on CNG will feel a bit dull, requiring a downshift for an overtake.Alternatively, you could continue with a diesel car, as you are already comfortable with that. Running costs will be higher than on CNG, but availability of diesel is not an issue and you avoid the queues at CNG stations. In your budget, the Kia Seltos diesel is the best bet. The manual will be fine for your use, but an automatic is available if you wish. The Creta diesel offers a similar experience, but Hyundai has a wider service network than Kia.Overall, the Victoris CNG makes the most sense for your needs but, if you want a bit more punch on the highway, the Seltos diesel is a good fit.

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•2d

I am currently using a 2015 Hyundai Elite i20 Asta (petrol). I use it daily for my office commute and on weekends with my family. My daily travel is around 6 km. I am planning to buy a new car with a budget of up to Rs. 20 lakh. Could you please advise whether I should wait a little longer or go ahead with the purchase? If I buy now, would you recommend a hybrid or an EV?

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•1d

With a daily commute of just 6 km and a budget of up to Rs 20 lakh, you are in a very comfortable position. Your usage is low, so fuel savings from a hybrid or EV will take a very long time to justify the premium. A petrol car is the most sensible choice for your usage pattern, especially since you plan to use it as a family car. In cars under 20 Lakh, you will get a midsize petrol SUV, but only a compact EV - and only a few base-model hybrids.There is no major reason to wait. The current crop of cars offers a vast and varied choice, and there are no imminent launches in your budget that would fundamentally change your options. In terms of what to buy, we would recommend looking at the Kia Seltos or the Hyundai Creta. Both are excellent all-rounders with strong petrol engines, comfortable cabins and a good balance of features and value. The Seltos is larger and slightly more premium, and is the one we would lean towards. You can get a high-ish variant comfortably within your budget.

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•3d

Dear Sir/Madam, I would appreciate your advice regarding the purchase of a compact SUV for my parents, who are around 65+ years old. The vehicle will mainly be used for commuting within a rural town, with occasional city drives and around 2 airport trips per year. My requirements are: Petrol automatic transmission, Good interior space and comfortable seating for 5 passengers, Good fuel efficiency, Easy and stress-free ownership with long-term reliability, Comfortable ride quality suitable for elderly passengers, and good after-sales support (service centres of major brands are available within 20 km). I am considering models such as the Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun/Kushaq, and similar compact SUVs. Could you please advise which would be the best choice considering space, efficiency, comfort, reliability, and long-term maintenance? Is the Honda Elevate still a good buy compared with the newer competitors? Your suggestions would be highly appreciated. Thank you.

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•1d

For your parents’ requirements, the Honda Elevate is still a very strong recommendation. It is a simple, reliable and easy-to-live-with SUV with a naturally aspirated petrol engine and a CVT automatic, which makes it very smooth and stress-free to drive, especially in rural and city conditions. Honda’s reputation for long-term reliability and low maintenance costs also makes it a sensible choice for ownership beyond five years.The Elevate’s ride quality is comfortable and well-suited to elderly passengers, and the seating position is upright and easy to get in and out of. This Honda car has a spacious cabin and a large boot, which will be useful for airport runs. The only drawback is that the engine is not as punchy as some turbocharged rivals, but for your parents’ usage pattern, that is not a concern.If you want something with a bit more space and a softer ride, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder mild hybrid is worth considering. It is more fuel-efficient and has a comfortable ride, but the boot is smaller. The Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos, with their 1.5-litre NA engines and IVT, are good choices too, offering more modern interiors, though they will cost a bit more than the Elevate.Overall, the Honda Elevate remains one of the best choices for your parents’ needs - simple, reliable, comfortable and easy to own.

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