Prior to my Innova HyCross, I was driving a Honda CR-V for a very long time. I am thinking of buying the Honda ZR-V, but I am unsure about the product and pricing. Any suggestions from Team Autocar?

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Yes, the Toyota Innova HyCross ZX Hybrid will handle Himachal hill roads confidently, but it is front-wheel drive and not as rugged as your Endeavour. The electric motor gives instant shove at low speeds, so hill starts, hairpins and slow traffic climbs feel easy and smooth with no lag. Keep it in Power mode on steep sections and it will pull a full load without fuss; progress is steady rather than rapid, but safe.For your long trips, you will stop for fuel far less than in the Endeavour, and the supportive seats are another HyCross highlight. The big cabin and boot also make packing for week-long trips simple.Do note, the Hycross does not have the same capability as an Endeavour in inclement weather. If deep slush, snow or very broken tracks are elements you encounter on your journeys through Himachal, the Hycross won't be right for you. Else, the HyCross ZX Hybrid is a smart, stress-free pick for your needs.

Toyota Innova HyCross

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Your plan seems sound for Delhi-NCR, because petrol dodges the 10-year diesel cap and DPF hassles, and your 15 km daily crawl will not punish petrol the way it would a BS6 diesel. The XUV 7XO petrol AT has strong performance and will certainly keep you satisfied while negotiating hill climbs. Sure, coming from an Endeavour 3.2, this will feel like a step down in terms of road presence and off-road ability. However, despite being a front-wheel drive monocoque, it still exudes an underlying toughness, which gives you ample confidence while dealing with rough terrain. Additionally, the tech and safety are up-to-date, and the three-row flexibility will come in handy, too, although boot space with all three rows in place is low. On the flipside, this petrol-AT is thirsty, so expect single-digit city fuel economy figures.If you aren't in a hurry, consider waiting for the Jetour T2 plug-in hybrid SUV that JSW is expected to launch in the latter half of this year. Sure, it'll be more expensive than the Mahindra, and it might not have the off-road capability of your outgoing Endeavour, but since you aren't fully convinced of the Mahindra, this could be worthy of your consideration.

Mahindra XUV 7XO

JSW Motors Jetour T2

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Your usage is almost tailor-made for a modern diesel. At 1,000-1,200km a month with frequent highway drives, weekend trips and annual drives to the Konkan, you'll comfortably justify the diesel and shouldn't have to worry about DPF-related issues. The Kia Seltos Diesel Automatic also strikes the best balance for your requirements. It is the easiest of the four to drive and park in Mumbai, which is particularly important given your apartment's tight puzzle parking. It has a refined and efficient diesel engine, a smooth automatic gearbox, a comfortable ride, a premium cabin and one of the strongest service networks in the segment. It should also prove to be a dependable long-term ownership proposition.The Mahindra XUV 7XO Diesel Automatic is a close second. It offers more space, a more powerful engine and feels like a bigger, more substantial SUV. It is also the more accomplished overall product when compared to the Harrier and Safari, offering a better balance of performance, features, technology and overall package. The only drawback is that it is physically larger than the Seltos, which may become a hassle in your parking situation and while navigating Mumbai's streets.The Harrier and Safari are excellent highway cruisers with comfortable ride quality and spacious cabins. However, they are considerably larger than the Seltos, and when compared with the XUV 7XO, the Mahindra is the more complete package overall. Unless you specifically need the Safari's third row, we don't see a compelling reason to choose either Tata over the Mahindra.

Kia Seltos

Mahindra XUV 7XO

Tata Harrier

Tata Safari