I currently own a 2020 Toyota Vellfire with ~65,000 km on the clock, and I’ve received an offer for ₹65 lakh. I’m considering selling it to buy the MG M9 EV MPV, which costs ₹75 lakh. My annual usage is just 2,500-3,000 km, mostly intercity trips to Chennai, Bangalore, etc. Would you advise me to sell the Vellfire and switch to the MG M9 EV, considering costs, depreciation, and suitability?

Autocar India

•20w

It really depends on why you want to sell the Toyota Vellfire, because moving to the MG M9 would not seem like a big upgrade.

The Vellfire is very comfy and well-equipped, as is the M9; thus, buying the MG car would feel more like a lateral move than a step up in this regard.

Moreover, a mileage of 65000 km on your car isn't a lot at all, especially for a Toyota car. Thus, you could keep the Vellfire, assuming there are no other issues with it. Where the M9 would be feel better is with the electric powertrain, which would give you lower running costs and a refined and silent drive.

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Rajeshan

•2d

Hi Autocar Team, I am based in Chennai and currently use a Toyota Innova Crysta, which is mostly chauffeur-driven. I am now looking to upgrade to a larger 7-seater with ample luggage space for my family. My usage includes occasional long drives of around 600-700 km once every five months. I have shortlisted the Kia Carnival and the MG M9, as both fall within my budget of ₹1 crore. However, I have never owned or used an EV before. Could you please suggest which would be the better option for my needs?

Autocar India

•18h

Choose the Kia Carnival 7-seat Limousine variant for a chauffeur-driven family; it gives you the most space and comfort with a truly big boot within your budget. Coming from a Crysta, you will feel a clear step up in rear-seat comfort, a lower walk-in height and a quieter cabin. Also, the list of features your family will use every day, like power sliding doors, sunblinds, and a strong rear AC. The second-row lounge chairs are great for long city runs and for your 600-700 km trip every few months, and the boot can take large suitcases even with all three rows up, which is the main win over your current car. Kia’s service reach in Chennai is wide, so upkeep should be straightforward.One thing to be aware of: the Carnival is a very large vehicle, so tight basements and narrow lanes will require careful driving. Also, running costs in heavy traffic will be higher than those of your Crysta.The MG 9 is a good option too, but only for the city, and for your long trips, you will have to rely on public charging infrastructure, which can slow you down and spoil your trip. We would suggest you stick to the Carnival simply because of your long-distance runs, where you want peace of mind.

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Rajesh

•1d

Hi, I am currently using a 2017 Maruti Wagon R AMT, which has run around 84,000 km. I am planning to upgrade within a budget of ₹16 lakh and have shortlisted the Tata Nexon Creative Plus (1.2 DCA), Kia Sonet 1.0 GTX Plus, and Skoda Kylaq 1.0 TC. My usage will be approximately 70% highway and 30% city, mostly on weekends. My key priorities are driving comfort, safety, and real-world mileage. I would appreciate your expert advice on which option would be the best fit for my needs.

Autocar India

•13h

We would suggest going for the Skoda Kylaq. With your 70 percent highway use, it is the most comfortable and fun to drive compared to the Tata Nexon and Kia Sonet. Coming from a Wagon R AMT, you will notice a big step up in how stable and secure it feels at 80-100 km/h. Also, how well it absorbs bad patches, and how smoothly the 6-speed torque converter automatic shifts without the slight jerk you sometimes feel in an AMT. The 1.0 turbo petrol also has strong mid-range pull, so overtakes are easy even with family and luggage. Safety is another strong point, and its high-speed stability stands out on long drives.Do keep in mind that Skoda’s service network is smaller than Tata's and Kia's, and since all three are turbo petrols, fuel efficiency will not be very high. Also, the rear seat in all three cars is best suited for two adults rather than three, unlike your Wagon R.

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Ajay Kumar Ajanvi

•1d

I have a 2021 MG Hector with me, which gives me only 7-8km of mileage, although it is in very good condition. My running is around 900-1000km per month. Should I upgrade to Mahindra 9S? I am confused because the resale value of my car is only 8.25 lakh. Is it worth taking a loan and buying 9S, or is it more logical to continue with the MG?

Autocar India

•23h

Retaining your MG Hector is the sensible choice if it is otherwise serving you well, without niggles or issues. Sure, the Hector's fuel efficiency is expectedly low, but you will have to invest a huge sum over and above the resale value of your car to purchase the Mahindra XEV 9S, which will be a decision solely driven by a want, rather than a need.Also, over the next few years, the rate of depreciation for your Hector will flatten, and its value won't drop as drastically year after year. So, from a financial perspective, it makes more sense to hold on to it for a few more years.

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