Hello everyone, this is my first post here. I am currently in the market to buy a new car, with mileage and performance being my highest priorities. I am open to buying an EV, as I already own a 2021 Kia Seltos GT Line petrol. My budget is roughly Rs 23 lakh on-road, and I am confused between the Tata Sierra EV and any of its internal combustion engine (ICE) variants. I cannot purchase a Mahindra SUV because models like the XUV700 or Scorpio are too large for my community parking space. The Mahindra BE 6e is out because of its sloping roofline, which leaves very limited headroom for my 6-foot frame in the back seat. I am also ruled out from buying the Renault Duster Hybrid, as rear-seat comfort feels compromised in what is primarily a driver-focused car. Additionally, I have heard that the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara has a bumpy ride quality. However, I remain skeptical about Tata's after-sales service quality. Please suggest the right car for my requirements. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated!

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If you like the Tata Sierra EV, go for it. It is a spacious and tough SUV that delivers strong performance. If you have home charging, it is worth going for - your running costs will be very low. The turbo-petrol is an impressive performer too, however fuel efficiency will be a bit low, so this might not meet your requirement of mileage.

Yes, Tata's sales and service experience isn't consistent, and this is one aspect which the company is working hard to address. As a product though, this Tata car is excellent, and if you like it, go for it.

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I’m planning to buy an electric car, but I’m a little confused and would appreciate your advice. I’m a civil engineer, and my daily commute is around 100–150km, covering a mix of city and village roads. I also travel frequently to my hometown, which is in a hilly region, with a round trip of approximately 270km. My highway usage is relatively low. My primary requirement is a 5-seater EV, and my budget is around Rs 23 lakh. Currently, I’m considering the Tata Harrier EV Adventure S and the MG Tomahawk EV Excite, but I’m open to other suggestions if you think there are better options. I have already test-driven the Mahindra XEV 9S, but its base variant is currently unavailable, while the mid variant is beyond my budget. Could you please suggest which EV would be the best choice for my usage and requirements? Thank you in advance for your advice.

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In your case, given the requirement and conditions, the Tata Sierra EV would be a good option to consider. While the Harrier EV is slightly bigger, the Sierra EV in the same price will get you the same battery with better range and a better feature set too. The claimed range for the Sierra EV is also better than the Harrier EV and it is a newer car. Rear seat comfort and space is also better and the ride comfort in the Sierra EV trumps the Harrier EV. Uphill drives won't be a struggle either given the four terrain modes the Sierra gets and being a RWD. All things considered, the Sierra EV makes the most sense so we would urge you to check it out.

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I am looking to buy a hybrid car in the Rs 20 lakh to Rs 25 lakh range because my daily running is 80 to 100 km. I was looking at the Renault Duster Strong Hybrid 1.8L, but I am not a big fan of its looks and rear seat space. I would like to know when the Kia Seltos Hybrid and the 7-seater version of the Duster are coming out so I can plan accordingly.

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Since the design and rear seat space of the Renault Duster is not something you prefer, our recommendation would be to wait a bit for the upcoming Kia Seltos hybrid. The standard version has a good rear seat with plenty of space and comfort and the hybrid is likely to follow that. The Creta will also get a hybrid powertrain but this Kia car will be coming first so you will not have to wait too long. The 7-seat version of this Renault car will also look similar to the current Duster so if you aren't a fan of that, the upcoming SUV won't exactly be up your alley either. The idea decision would be to wait for the Seltos hybrid and take a call then.

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Hi Autocar team, I currently own a VW Tiguan TDI and absolutely love it, but I am considering upgrading to a Kia Sorento. Since I am not a fan of bulky SUVs, would the Sorento be a worthy replacement for the Tiguan? Also, considering my monthly running of 1,000+ km in the city alongside 4 to 5 long road trips of 1,000 km each annually, would you recommend the diesel or the hybrid?

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The Kia Sorento diesel will be a good upgrade from your Volkswagen Tiguan diesel, since your running is high. Although it won't be as engaging to drive as your Volkswagen car, the Sorento diesel makes for a fantastic long distance cruiser thanks to the strong 2.2-litre engine, comfy ride and spacious cabin. The third row of seats will also give you added practicality over your Tiguan. This Kia car diesel also feels sprightly and tractable from low speeds so it won't feel sluggish or bulky by any means.

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•5d

I am planning to buy a car with a factory-fitted CNG kit, an automatic transmission, and cruise control within a budget of Rs 15 lakh. Please suggest some options.

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There are quite a few options that would meet your requirements, so its hard to pinpoint a specific model without knowing a bit more about your requirements and driving conditions. If you are looking for a city car then pick the Tata Punch, the compact dimensions are easy to manage in tight city traffic and the elevated driving position gives you a decent view outside. If however you want something bigger and with more space then the Maruti Suzuki Dzire would be a good option as you will have more rear space as well as a larger boot. Both cars will fit well within your budget. If you want a larger CNG car then you will have to settle for a manual and the a model like the Kia Carens Clavis or the Maruti Victoris.

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Hi Autocar, I am looking to book a car this week. I have narrowed it down to one of 3 cars, all petrol automatic IVTs. My running is mostly 95% in the city (office commute in Mumbai traffic). My daily commute is around 15 km, so I don't want a turbo engine for bumper-to-bumper traffic. That comes out to roughly 5,000 km in annual running. I am 6 feet tall, so I wouldn't want something that feels cramped. New Seltos HTK+(O) New Elevate VX Bayon HX8 All of these are close to the Rs. 16 lakh ex-showroom price mark. I've driven the Seltos and the Elevate, and I really liked both of them. The Seltos feels more premium on the inside, which I feel is a feature worth having in a daily driver. The Elevate is brilliant, but it feels a bit cheap on the inside. It also lacks a panoramic sunroof; although I might use it only one day a year, given that it's priced the same as the Seltos, it feels like a miss. I know Honda engines are top-notch, but given my limited running and lack of driving enthusiast priorities, I'm not sure if that does justice to my needs. Now comes the Bayon. I haven't done a test drive yet as it is not available, but the Bayon pricing at the HX6 and HX8 trims seems very close to the Creta. I am tempted to go for the HX8 as it offers a 360-degree camera (which I think might be useful for parking since I am upgrading from a hatchback), but I wonder if I am getting a 'lesser car' compared to the Seltos. Which one would you recommend? I am keen on booking before Diwali and will see if there are any discounts on the Seltos (unlikely, though).

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We would suggest going ahead with the Kia Seltos HTK(O) IVT. Given that you have already driven it and liked its cabin, it should make for a more satisfying daily companion. This Kia car feels more premium inside than both the Honda Elevate and the Hyundai Bayon, which is something you are likely to appreciate given your predominantly city usage. The naturally aspirated petrol engine and IVT combination should also work well in Mumbai traffic. This Honda car is a good alternative, particularly for its spacious cabin and refined engine, but its interiors do feel less premium.

•1w

improve the grammar and write it in a paragraph - Hi Autocar, Iam looking to book a car this week. I have narrowed it down to one of 3 cars. Petrol Automatic IVTs. My running is mostly going to be 95% city (office to work in Mumbai traffic). Daily commute is around 15km, so I don't want a turbo in traffic. That's roughly 5k annual running. I am 6ft tall so wouldn't want something that is cramped 1. New Seltos HTK(O) 2. New elevate VX 3. Bayon HX 8 All of these are close to the 16L ex showroom price. I've driven the Seltos and Elevate. I really liked both of them. The Seltos feels more premium from the inside and I feel like that is something worth having in a daily car. The elevate is brilliant, but it seems cheap on the inside. No pani sunroof too, although I would maybe use it 1 day in year, it's priced the same as the Seltos, so that felt a miss. I know Honda engines are top, but at my running and limited enthusiast journey, I'm not sure if that does justice to need. Now comes the bayon. I have not done a test drive yet as its not available, but the bayon pricing at Hx6 and hx8 seems very close to the Creta currently.. I am tempted to go for the hx8 as it as a 360 camera,( I think that might be usefull for parking etc as I am coming from a hatchback ) but I am getting a "lesser car" vs the Seltos here I wonder.. Which one would you recommend? I am keen on booking before diwali, will see if there are any discounts on the Seltos (unlikey though)

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•3d

All things considered, the Kia Seltos is the better fit for your needs. Since you are on the taller side, you will appreciate the extra room it has to offer compared to the Hyundai Bayon. Opting for the Bayon does get you a higher variant with a 360-degree camera, which can be helpful in tight spots. However, once you get used to the size of the vehicle, you might find yourself using the camera less often.As for the Honda Elevate, as you rightly mentioned, the Seltos feels more premium inside and costs about the same. The Elevate does offer a bit more performance from its 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, but since 95% of your driving is in slow-moving Mumbai traffic, the added performance won't really make much of a difference.Overall, the Seltos is the right fit for your needs.

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