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My budget is Rs 25 lakh on-road. I want an automatic SUV, and my running is low, mostly city usage. What should I consider?

Asked by: Sharvayu
You can consider the Kia Seltos or the Hyundai Creta. Both offer similar powertrain choices, but the Seltos is the newer SUV with a fresher-looking interior. The design is a bit polarising and bold, but if you don't mind that, then the Seltos has the upper hand when it comes to the feel-good factor. The Seltos with the GTX (A) trim is worth checking out as it has a sportier look compared to the Creta in its top-spec guise.
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Autocar India team31 Jan' 26

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Asked by: Raj

I am upgrading my car and am confused between the Victoris VXi CNG and the Kia Seltos petrol. The Victoris offers better fuel efficiency, while the Seltos has a better interior. My average monthly running is 2,500 km, and my budget is Rs 15 lakh.

The Maruti Suzuki Victoris is the better option for you, given your high running. The CNG variant will be very efficient, and the car is spacious and comfortable. The boot is also fairly usable thanks to an underbody-mounted CNG tank. One point worth noting is that it does not come with a spare wheel as standard, so if you do a fair bit of highway driving, it would be advisable to get one.The Kia Seltos is a good SUV, but it will only make sense to buy the diesel for your kind of running, and in that budget, you will not get a version that is as well-equipped as the Victoris. The petrol version will not be efficient and does not make sense for such high running.
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31 Jan' 26
Asked by: Chetan

Please suggest a mid-size SUV mainly for long highway trips and weekend travel with a family of four. Requirements include ADAS Level 2, a large boot, good mileage, good suspension for bad roads during long trips, and a diesel or strong hybrid powertrain. Budget is Rs 20 lakh.

The Kia Seltos is a good option for you. It offers a spacious, modern cabin, a generous 447-litre boot, and ADAS Level 2 on higher variants, satisfying most of your criteria. However, do keep in mind that modern diesel engines are no longer as fuel-efficient as they once were, largely due to emission norms. If you opt for the diesel manual HTX (A) variant, the on-road price will be a little over ₹20 lakh in most cities. Most strong hybrids currently on sale compromise on boot space because of battery packaging.
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Autocar India team
31 Jan' 26
Asked by: Ramesh Palani

I am planning to buy a new petrol car for a family of 3 adults and 2 children. I am confused between the Hyundai Venue HX10, Tata Nexon Fearless Plus with ADAS, and Mahindra 3XO AX7L. I want fully loaded features. I live in a village, but the road conditions are good. Second-row comfort is my primary concern. Which is the best choice? Any other suggestions in the same segment?

The Mahindra XUV 3XO is a good option as it is spacious, offers a comfortable second row, and the 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine is punchy and enjoyable to drive. The 3XO also gets a long list of features, including a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera, and a 10.1-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.The Tata Nexon is another good option. It is not as spacious as the 3XO, but it is still comfortable and has a good amount of features. The Venue is the newest car in the segment, and it does feel like one, too. It also gets a larger touchscreen and a bit more modern interior, but overall, the 3XO will fit your needs the best. The rear seat is spacious and more comfortable, the engine is more responsive, and it is loaded with features, especially in the top variants.
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Autocar India team
31 Jan' 26
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