Hi, I would like your advice based on my usage. I want to upgrade my garage to two city cars and one highway car. My current city car is a Swift diesel AMT with a usage of 1,200 km per month, and my highway car is a Kia Seltos with a usage of 1,000 km per month. I now want to replace both cars and get two EVs for city use, namely the Tiago EV and the Sierra EV. For highway use, I am looking at the BMW M340i because it has adaptive suspension. Do you think it is comfortable for long highway journeys? Please suggest suitable cars for my usage.

Autocar India

•21w

The Tiago EV is a sensible, affordable city runabout that works very well for errands and short urban commutes, and that’s exactly how we would recommend you use it. The Tata Sierra EV, meanwhile, is still some time away – launch is expected in 2026 – but on paper it promises a strong combination of space, range and features, and should be priced competitively when it arrives. However, it’s too early to comment on how it will drive as we haven’t driven the production car yet.

The BMW M340i is a very quick, engaging sports sedan that can double up as a daily driver, and the adaptive suspension has definitely improved its usability. That said, it still feels a bit firm and always “on its toes”, so it isn’t the most relaxed choice if you prioritise long, laid-back highway cruising.

One of our favourite sporty everyday sedans in this space is the Audi S5; it offers strong performance but with a more compliant ride and more easy-going manners, so it’s worth considering as your highway car.

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Mangesh P

•18h

Hi Autocar Team, I would like to understand the government’s vehicle scrappage policy for older cars in India. I currently own a car that is nearing 15 years of age and am considering replacing it. Could you please advise whether opting for scrapping the car under the policy is more beneficial compared to selling it in the used car market?

Autocar India

•6h

A 15-year-old private car and you are planning a replacement - in most parts of India, selling a running car will usually get you more money than scrapping. The clear exception is Delhi-NCR. There, diesel cars over 10 years and petrol cars over 15 years cannot be used, and the RC cannot be renewed, so an authorised scrap yard is the clean, legal way forward.Here is how the policy works in simple terms. After 15 years, a private car can be renewed in many states if it passes a fitness test, but fees and taxes at renewal are higher than before, and some states add a green tax. The central policy encourages scrapping by offering benefits with a scrap certificate, like a waiver of new registration fee and possible state road tax rebate, and some brands give an extra discount. In practice, these benefits vary by state and by car brand, and are not guaranteed.Why selling often wins: scrap value is based on weight of metal, so it is usually much lower than what a used-car buyer might pay for a clean, running car. Also, if your car is in good shape with clear papers, you can transfer it to a buyer in a state that allows renewal after 15 years.

Dhiraj

•4d

My monthly travel is around 1,050 km, with a mix of city and highway driving. I also take a long-distance highway trip of around 300 km once every two months. I currently own a Honda Amaze diesel and am planning to upgrade to an SUV. Kindly suggest a suitable SUV under ₹20 lakh.

Autocar India

•1d

Go for a turbo petrol SUV, and shortlist the Tata Sierra and the new Kia Seltos mid variants which just about fit in your budget. Both suit your usage well, but the decision comes down to driving feel versus long-term peace of mind.The Tata Sierra turbo petrol automatic is the better choice if you prioritise comfort and smoothness. It feels more relaxed to drive, the engine is punchy without being aggressive, and the torque converter gearbox is smoother in daily city use as well as on highways. This Tata car is also larger and more comfortable, which makes a difference during longer drives.The new Kia Seltos turbo petrol DCT is the more proven and dependable option overall. The powertrain is well-established, refinement is strong, and importantly, Kia has built a wider and more consistent aftersales network across India, which gives better ownership peace of mind. While individual experiences can vary, Kia’s service consistency across cities are generally considered more reliable than Tata’s, where service quality can still differ from dealer to dealer. The DCT gearbox of the Kia car also feels quicker and can be efficient in steady traffic, though it is not as smooth as a torque converter in stop-go conditions.So the difference is clear. The Sierra feels smoother and more comfortable to drive. On the other hand, the Seltos feels more sorted as a long-term ownership package, especially because of its more established service ecosystem.

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Venkat

•5h

Hi Autocar, I own a Hyundai Creta Diesel Knight Edition, which has been driven for around 40,000 km. Over the past six months, I have been facing recurring DPF issues, even though the car is regularly driven on highways. Additionally, the turbocharger has been replaced twice due to reported leakage issues. Now, the service centre claims that this may be a design fault from Hyundai. As a result, my car has spent a significant amount of time at the service centre, which has been extremely frustrating. Given this situation, I am unsure whether I should continue with the car or consider selling it and moving to another vehicle. I would appreciate your guidance on this.

Autocar India

•4h

You have already been using the car in the right way. Regular highway driving should prevent DPF problems, so repeated issues along with multiple turbo replacements point to something beyond normal wear and tear. While it may get resolved with further intervention, the frequency of visits and downtime understandably affects ownership confidence.A practical approach is to give the service centre one final, structured attempt to fix the issue properly, ideally with escalation to the manufacturer. If the problem repeats after that, it is sensible to move on rather than continue with uncertainty.If you do decide to change, a petrol automatic SUV like the Kia Seltos IVT or Hyundai Creta petrol CVT will feel familiar but far easier to live with, especially in mixed usage. They are smoother in daily driving and avoid diesel-related complications. If your running remains high and fuel cost is a concern, a strong hybrid is worth considering. Options like the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara or Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder offer excellent efficiency with petrol-like smoothness, making them a good middle ground between petrol and diesel.

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