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•2w

I have been using Honda City manual for the last 21 years. Now, I want a car with automatic transmission for city running mostly. My average running is around 1000km a month. Can you suggest whether I should buy Seltos, Creta, Kushaq or Elevate?

•2w

Given your usage of around 1,000 km a month, mostly in the city, the priority should be a smooth and reliable automatic transmission, good ride comfort and ease of ownership. The Kia Seltos IVT is the most natural recommendation here. The IVT gearbox is also very smooth, and the Seltos feels more premium and feature-rich than the competition.

Alternatively, consider the Honda Elevate. The CVT is exceptionally smooth in stop-start traffic, Honda’s ownership experience is proven, and the car is simple, reliable and easy to live with.

The Skoda Kushaq is the driver’s choice, with a more engaging driving experience, but in city running, that doesn't matter much. The Hyundai Creta is a good all-rounder, but it is due for a full model change in 2027, which makes the Seltos and Elevate stronger recommendations at this point.

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•2w

@anuj.17 Go for Elevate because it is the no nonsense vehicle and easiest to adapt to considering you won't have to learn anything. It's cabin is mechanical and not electric which is where you will feel that you own the machine and not the other way round.

•2w

@anuj.17 Go for Seltos because it's the newest model matching it's international launch date. Latest tech, smoothest transmission and contemporary styling. It won't look old for at least 8 years.

•2w

@anuj.17 Go for Seltos because tested engine, newer generation, availabilty of parts and the looks

•1w

What are views for the Maruti Artiga zxi at petrol?

•1w

My रनिंग is about 5000 km pm for local use. Should i गो for small EV 4WHEELER

•1w

I have been using Honda city for about 13 years and now drive the ZX CVT 2023 July model, 46,000 km run. I am a senior doctor medicolegal consultant often needing to attend court duties at various locations. Most of my usage is in the tight Kochi city traffic, average 1200 km per month with 75% in peak traffic conditions. As result, at present my combined milage is about 10 kmpl. 80% of the driving is done by myself with my wife and daughter doing the rest. (I have another car used by my wife, Tiago petrol automatic, 2018) Even though a doctor my profession I love driving and love high tech devices and gadgets. My Honda city has an outstanding loan of about 10 lakhs. I need advise regarding the idea of exchanging my Honda city for Tata sierra ev Empowered A and my interests in it are, ev convenience, space, silence, upright driving position, high tech features such as auto park, summons mode, ventilated seats, audio quality and convenience as well as economy. I live in an apartment that has no provision for home charging but there is a consultation room midway to the hospital where normal home charger (3.3 kw) can be used. Both my apartment and work are in kochi city and several commercial charging centers including KSEB's are available within almost every km. I had booked the Empowered A QWD Rishikesh Rapids that was to be delivered tomorrow but choose to cancel due to the fear of the glitches and service related issues of Tata though the dealer Luxon Tata promises they are setting up a EV only service center in kochi. Still my mind is tempted. Please advise.

•1w

@dr_hari wow, Thanks for elaborating your interest so clearly. Actually you've posted a comment instead submitting a question to Autocar, Please copy and paste it as a question to Autocar. My personal opinion, wait for another 6 months to 1 year, and by that time the Sierra EV product will mature, niggles and glitches and production line might be more sorted and you may also get EV specific service center which is actually a benefit. Since you're used to Honda's niggle free experience, switching to TATA is a gamble, because you'll love the driving and the features but will always be worrying about quality and unreliability before you start your travel. Please wait for more owner reviews on Sierra EV within Kochi or nearby to give you a better feedback as compared to guy in Mumbai or Delhi sitting in AC room

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•2w

In today's time, considering blended petrol, which new Care model I should prefer.

•2w

Slightly disagree

•2w

Great suggestion team autocar india

•2w

Go ahead buy honda city hybrid. It's pure magic

•2w

@silk Not everyone understands Honda, let alone Honda City

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Is the Hyundai Creta getting a facelift or an all-new generation? Will the new Creta get hybrid technology, and when is it expected to launch? Will the new Creta and Seltos look similar? Should I wait for the new Creta or buy the new Seltos?

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Yes, the Hyundai Creta is going to be replaced by an all-new generation, rather than just receiving another facelift. The third-generation Creta is expected in India in 2027, and test cars have already been spotted. It will move to the newer K3 platform, which also underpins the new Seltos, and is expected to be larger and more sophisticated than the current car.There is also a strong possibility of a strong-hybrid powertrain for the new Creta. Hyundai is working on a hybrid based around its 1.5-litre petrol engine, although the exact launch timing and specifications haven't been confirmed yet.As for the styling, don't expect the Creta and Seltos to look identical. They will share the K3 platform and some design themes, but Hyundai and Kia will give them distinct identities. The test Creta does appear to borrow some cues from the Seltos, particularly around the grille, but the headlights and other elements are different.If you're not in a hurry, waiting for the new Creta makes sense, particularly if you're considering a strong hybrid. You'll get a newer platform, larger dimensions, more features and potentially the hybrid option.However, the new Kia Seltos is already here and is a more compelling proposition than waiting indefinitely. It has moved to the K3 platform, grown in size, gained more space and improved ride comfort, while retaining its wide choice of powertrains.

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I want to buy a diesel automatic car, and my monthly running is around 700–1,000 km. I am considering the Mahindra XUV 3XO, Tata Nexon, Kia Sonet and Kia Seltos, with a budget of Rs 13 lakh to Rs 15 lakh. Should I wait for the new Sonet, as I have heard that the facelift could be launched in the next 2–3 months? Please suggest which one would be suitable for my requirements. I mainly need practical features for everyday use.

•18h

With a monthly running of 700-1,000km, a diesel automatic is still a sensible choice, especially if you do a mix of city and highway driving. The Kia Sonet diesel automatic is a strong contender. It uses the same 1.5-litre diesel engine as the Seltos and is paired with a torque converter automatic, making it a very refined and efficient package. The Sonet is also well-equipped and has a premium feel inside. A new-generation Sonet is due, but a timeline is not clear, with our estimate being around mid-2027.The Tata Nexon and Mahindra XUV 3XO are good value options, but their AMT gearboxes are not as smooth as the torque converter automatics in the Kia. The Kia Seltos diesel automatic is a great car, but it will exceed your budget by quite some margin. Instead, consider the Kia Syros diesel auto if you want more interior room than the Sonet.Overall, the Sonet diesel automatic is the best fit for your requirements.

Hi AutoCar team, I live in Bangalore in a family of three with 2 adults and a 5 year old. My commute will be 3 days in a week with 16-16 km on the Outer Ring Road and am planning to go on weekend trips near Bangalore on highways with family luggage. I may sometimes go on hills like Ooty and Munnar but the car is not primarily for hill drives. Will a new Seltos NA IVT feel underpowered with these requirements and load conditions? Is CVT drone too much and at what speed and RPM does it become unpleasant. Also, how is it compared to Honda City CVT drone and insulation? What are the other alternatives?

•1d

The Kia Seltos naturally aspirated IVT is actually a very sensible choice for your usage. Your commute on Bangalore ORR is stop-start, and the IVT is smooth and stress-free in traffic. For weekend highway trips with family and luggage, the 1.5 naturally aspirated petrol has enough power to cruise comfortably and overtake when needed. It will not feel underpowered in normal driving, but it is not a performance engine, so overtakes require a little planning when fully loaded.CVT drone is most noticeable when you accelerate hard and hold the throttle, typically during long overtakes or on steep inclines. However, the Seltos is better insulated than the Honda City, so the engine noise is less intrusive in the cabin. In everyday driving, it is not a major issue.Alternatives worth considering are the Skoda Kushaq 1.0 TSI automatic and the Mahindra XUV 3XO automatic. The Kushaq’s turbo petrol engine offers stronger mid-range performance for highway overtakes, and the torque converter automatic is smooth. The XUV 3XO is spacious and feature-rich, but the boot is smaller than the Seltos, which matters for family trips.Overall, the Seltos IVT is a well-balanced choice for your usage. If you want a bit more performance for highway driving, the Kushaq 1.0 TSI automatic is worth a test drive.

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