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•11h

I am confused between Tata Nexon Fearless DCA and Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5L TC. My average monthly running is 1000 km which includes 70% highway driving. Ride and cabin comfort, driving smoothness, reliability and safety are my priorities. Which one do you suggest? Please feel free to recommend any other car tested by Global NCAP.

•1h

Go for the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5L automatic. With 70% of your 1,000 km monthly running on highways, the 3XO's wider cabin, more supportive seats and better high-speed stability make it the more comfortable long-distance car. The 131hp, 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine paired with the 6-speed torque converter automatic is smoother than the Nexon's DCA. Mahindra's service reach is strong and the 3XO has a solid reliability track record. Safety is well covered too, with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and a robust structure. The Nexon is a good car, but the dual-clutch automatic can feel hesitant at low speeds and the engine isn't as strong. If you want a GNCAP-tested alternative, the Skoda Kushaq is worth a look – it has a 5-star GNCAP rating, a strong turbo petrol engine and a well-sorted ride, but it will be more expensive than the Nexon and 3XO.

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