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•8h

We are planning to upgrade from i20 Magna CVT 2018 model to a newer car under Rs.15 lakhs. My top priority is Kylaq Prestige+ AT due to the way it drives as per my experience during the test drive. It handles so well and just blazes past other cars for quick overtakes. However I am worried about its fuel efficiency. Is it gonna be too low? My second option was Venue HX5 Diesel Automatic but from what I am seeing so far with the DPF issues, I am worried that this car would be a bigger risk in the long term. That's because our long highway drives would only be once or twice a month at max, and sometimes not even that. Also, I am not seeing a lot of good reviews about this variant's mileage even though its a diesel engine. I am not planning for Mahindra or Tata since my previous experience with these brands has been sub-par. Usage-wise, we drive around 700 to 750 km monthly with a mixed use of 40% highways and 60% city roads where the traffic can get intense during peak hours in the evening. Please advice.

•4m

Go for the Skoda Kylaq Prestige+ AT. Your usage of 700-750 km a month with a 40:60 highway-to-city split does not justify a diesel, especially given your concerns about DPF issues and the fact that your highway runs are only once or twice a month. The Kylaq’s 1.0 TSI turbo petrol paired with the 6-speed torque converter automatic is a proven and reliable combination, and the car’s strong mid-range performance makes overtaking effortless, which you have already experienced on your test drive.

Fuel efficiency is not the best and in our real world tests the Kylaq returned 8.7 kpl in the city and 13.6 on the highway when driven normally. Of course a diesel car is more efficient but for your running, the savings will not be very substantial over the life cycle of the car, especially when you factor in the lower purchase price of a petrol over a diesel. The Kylaq also offers a more engaging driving experience than the Venue, with better handling and a more planted feel on the highway.

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•1d

We are planning to upgrade from our 2018 Hyundai i20 Magna CVT to a new car with a budget of under Rs 15 lakh. My first choice is the Skoda Kylaq Prestige+ AT because I really enjoyed the way it drove during the test drive. The handling is excellent, and it feels very quick during overtakes. However, I'm concerned about its fuel efficiency. Will it be too low in real-world use? My second choice is the Hyundai Venue HX5 diesel automatic, but I'm worried about potential DPF issues over the long term. We usually do only one or two highway trips a month, and sometimes none at all. I've also come across mixed reviews about the fuel efficiency of this diesel variant. I'm not considering Mahindra or Tata because of my previous ownership experience with those brands. Our monthly running is around 700-750 km, with a 40:60 highway-to-city split, and city traffic can get quite heavy during peak hours. What would you recommend?

•7h

Go for the Skoda Kylaq Prestige+ AT. Your usage of 700-750 km a month with a 40:60 highway-to-city split does not justify a diesel, especially given your concerns about DPF issues and the relatively infrequent long highway runs. The Kylaq’s 1.0 TSI turbo petrol engine paired with the 6-speed torque converter automatic is a genuinely enjoyable combination. It delivers strong mid-range performance for quick overtakes and feels far more engaging than most rivals in this price bracket. The Skoda Kylaq mileage in mixed conditions should be in the 11-13 kpl range, which is reasonable for a turbo petrol SUV with this level of performance.

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•1d

I want to buy an automatic SUV. I have a budget of Rs. 13 lakh. My monthly running is less than 1,500 km.

•1d

With a budget of Rs. 13 lakh and running of less than 1,500 km a month, the Mahindra XUV 3XO MPFi petrol automatic is the best fit. It is one of the most spacious compact SUVs in the segment, with a wide rear seat that makes it a genuinely comfortable five-seater. The turbo petrol engine is punchy and the torque converter automatic is smooth and well suited to city driving. It is also a very well equipped car for the money, with a strong safety package and a good ownership proposition. The only real drawback is the boot, which is on the smaller side for the segment, but for most family use it is still adequate. If you want something with a larger boot, the Maruti Suzuki Brezza automatic is the alternative. It is not as powerful or as feature-rich as the 3XO, but it is a very reliable, low-maintenance car with a bigger boot and a strong ownership track record. If you want something that's more engaging to drive, consider the Skoda Kylaq automatic. Overall, the 3XO offers the best balance of space, performance, features and value at this price point.

I am planning to purchase an SUV. My budget is around Rs. 15-17 lakh. I drove the Venue petrol manual, but I felt it was underpowered. I currently drive a Polo diesel. I am willing to buy a diesel vehicle again, but my daily drive is a maximum of 20 km. If the vehicle has good power and punch, I don't mind buying a petrol either. My preferences are a feature-rich vehicle, good mileage, and safety. I want a no-nonsense vehicle as I am planning to keep it for a long time. Please suggest some options.

•2d

Given your budget of Rs. 15-17 lakh and your preferences for a feature-rich, safe and no-nonsense SUV that you plan to keep for a long time, the Mahindra XUV 3XO petrol is the most sensible recommendation. Our pick would be the 3XO with the MPFi petrol engine which has a genuinely peppy engine and performance that would feel lively enough in your short 20 km city drive. If you want more performance then consider the turbo direct injection engine, though mileage will be lower. The 3XO is a feature-rich car in the segment, with a strong safety package and a wide cabin that makes it a genuinely comfortable five-seater. The Skoda Kylaq 1.0 TSI is another good alternative. The 1.0 TSI engine is genuinely punchy and fun to drive, and the Kylaq is one of the most engaging cars in the segment. It is also a no-nonsense car with a strong safety package.

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•6d

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