Hi team. What are your opinions on the VF7? There are hardly any media opinions on the car. The package is quite lucrative, but why is no one talking about it? The car undercuts both Tata and Mahindra and is plenty powerful with good styling. How does it stack up against the XEV 9e and the Tata Harrier EV? I value range, reliability, and looks.

Autocar India

•18w

Autocar India has driven the VF7, first in Vietnam and very recently in India as well. VinFast VF7 is indeed powerful; we drove the AWD variant and were pleasantly surprised by how quick it was. Looks are subjective, but we think if you compare it with the Mahindra XEV 9e, it's not as eye-catching and from some angles, it looks more like a hatchback than an SUV.

Interiors look premium overall; there are no physical buttons except for gear selectors, and everything is controlled by the screen. While this approach isn’t new, the screen has noticeable lag.

As for reliability, there’s no historical data to fall back on yet, and the bigger concern at the moment is the lack of a service and dealer network. If reliability is a priority, we would recommend going with the Mahindra XEV 9S or even XEV 9e, which offers a better value proposition.

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Pundalik Sawant

•16w

Hi Autocar Team, I am from Goa, and my daily average usage is about 70–80 km. I currently own a 2018 Maruti Suzuki Celerio ZXI (AGS), which has done around 1,25,000 km. Previously, I owned a Renault Duster RXZ 110 (6-speed) and sold it after completing around 1,70,000 km. Now, I intend to buy a new SUV, and my requirements are as follows: It should be a diesel automatic, preferably a monocoque rather than a ladder-frame SUV. It should have a 5-star safety rating (BNCAP). My budget is around ₹25 lakh and can be stretched up to ₹30 lakh. It can be either a 5-seater or a 5+2 seater. I am also open to an electric SUV, provided it has a 5-star safety rating and a real-world range of at least 450–500 km on a single charge. Could you please suggest a car that meets all or most of these requirements?

Autocar India

•7h

Apologies for the delayed response. We try to answer as many queries as possible, but occasionally a few do get missed. We are working on improving our bandwidth to respond more consistently.Go for the Mahindra XEV 9e. It is the closest match to your requirements today, especially if you are open to an EV.It meets your key criteria well. It has a 5-star BNCAP rating, offers a real-world range that comfortably covers your daily 70-80 km usage and even longer drives, and feels modern, quick and refined to drive. It is also spacious, with a large boot and very good rear seat knee room, which makes it practical for long-distance use as well. The Pack 2 variant fits within your budget, and with the right deal, you could even stretch to a higher variant.There are a couple of things to keep in mind. The sloping roofline slightly affects rear headroom for taller passengers, and you will need to be comfortable with the charging infrastructure for your usage. However, given your daily running and driving profile, it is still a strong and future-ready option.If you prefer to stay with diesel, the Mahindra XUV 7XO would have been the natural recommendation. It fits your requirement of a monocoque SUV, offers a strong diesel automatic and is comfortable for long-distance use. However, it has not yet received a BNCAP rating. Based on past results, a good safety score is expected, but until it is officially tested, that remains unconfirmed.

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Mahindra XUV 7XO

Naman

•5d

I am confused between the Tata Harrier Fearless 75, Mahindra BE 6 Pack 2, and Mahindra XEV 9e. My driving is mainly on highways. Which is the better option in terms of range and comfort?

Autocar India

•3d

The Mahindra XEV 9e is the better pick, both in terms of range and comfort. On the highway, you can easily expect around 480km of real-world range with the 79kWh battery version. Performance is plenty, its steering is light, suspension setup is good, and seats are comfortable, which makes it ideal for long-distance travel. Also, it is worth noting that the XEV 9e's fast charging speeds are much higher than the Harrier EV's, translating to shorter charging times when connected to a 120kW or faster DC charger.

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Tata Harrier EV

Sam

•10h

Could you please help me decide between the Tata Sierra Pure+ variant and the Mahindra XUV 3XO RevX A as my first car? My priorities are comfort, safety, a good power-to-weight ratio, and strong road presence.

Autocar India

•3h

As a first car, from your two shortlisted choices, we recommend the Mahindra XUV 3XO RevX A. While the larger Tata Sierra is certainly better on road presence, in every other aspect, the XUV is a better fit. Its more compact dimensions make it much easier to drive, which is a worthwhile consideration for your first car. It is very comfortable, including in the rear seat and being a 5-star Bharat NCAP rated car, safety is not an issue. It has a 131hp turbo-petrol engine that is the most powerful in any compact SUV. Overall, this Mahindra car has an excellent power-to-weight ratio and is fun to drive too. Moreover, its price is around Rs 3 lakh less than the Sierra Pure+. The Tata Sierra Pure+ comes with only the naturally aspirated 1.5-litre petrol engine. While it's smooth enough, thanks to the heavy Sierra kerb weight, its power-to-weight ratio is nowhere as good as the XUV 3XO's. Also, the Pure+ variant of the Sierra, aside from being more expensive, won't be as well equipped as the 3XO RevX A. Overall, for your needs, the Mahindra is the better be

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