I used a Honda City until November 2025, but sold it due to low ride comfort. I am now looking for a compact SUV around ₹17 lakh with a 4 or 5-star safety rating, ADAS level 1 or 2, and most importantly, good ride comfort.

Autocar India

•17w

We recommend that you consider and take a test drive of the Tata Nexon. It meets your requirements for a compact SUV with ADAS and a strong safety rating. The Nexon has secured a 5-star rating under both GNCAP and BNCAP protocols and offers an ADAS level 2 system. Like most Tata Motors products, it also delivers good ride quality.

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Rahul Singh

•2w

Hi, my family is planning to buy a car by the end of the year in December. Our current options are Venue, Kylaq, Punch, and Nexon. We want an automatic and preferably diesel if it fits within the budget of ₹12–14 lakh. I already own a 2021 Creta SX (O) CRDi AT and have driven it for 85,000 km across India without any performance issues, so I am slightly biased towards Hyundai Venue. What would be your advice?

Autocar India

•1d

Since you are leaning towards a diesel, the only models shortlisted by you, that offer a diesel engine are the Hyundai Venue and Tata Nexon. The Skoda Kushaq and Tata Punch do not come with a diesel option.Between the Hyundai Venue 1.5 diesel and the Tata Nexon 1.5 diesel, the Venue diesel would be my pick. Given your experience with the Creta SX(O) CRDi AT and 85,000 km of trouble‑free running across India, it makes sense to stay with a familiar and proven Hyundai diesel powertrain. In your budget, the Hyundai Venue HX5 Diesel AT is the variant to focus on. It gives you the 1.5‑litre diesel with a proper 6-speed automatic and a sensible balance of features without stretching the budget unnecessarily.The Nexon feels more robust, has a bigger boot, and is a strong product on its own. However, the Venue has more finesse, a higher quality interior, a smoother and more consistent drivetrain, and overall feels better put together. For your usage and preferences, the Venue HX5 Diesel AT is the more confidence‑inspiring choice.

Dushyant Sikri

Hello, I own a Tata Nexon petrol (P) XM+(S) BS6 (January 2023), which comes with stock size of 195/60 R16 tyres. I have driven around 54,000 km. A few months ago, one tyre got punctured, and unknowingly my father drove 27–30 km on a flat tyre, causing multiple sidewall punctures. It was repaired at the time. Later, during alignment and balancing in February 2026, I decided to replace the replaced tyre with my unused stepney (from 2023) and bought one new tyre, placing the new tyre at the front and old one at the back. The very next day, the car started showing unusual vibrations from the pedal side along with noise that remained consistent even after one week of driving. Despite trying multiple tyre rotations at different shops, the issue persisted. I was advised that changing only one tyre could have caused this, and I should replace all tyres. On further advice and after watching multiple YouTube videos, I upgraded to 215/60 R16 tyres (as seen in higher Nexon variants), replacing two tyres due to budget constraints. The noise reduced, but pedal vibration remained. A mechanic then diagnosed worn front wheel bearings and disc rotors, which I replaced. However, after 3–4 days, a new “kat-kat” noise started coming while braking, along with a whistling sound during light braking. This noise appears after driving 7–8 km in the city but became constant during a hill trip to Bhimtal, even without braking. The suspension has been checked and is fine. Please advise whether this issue is tyre-related or if I should visit Tata service for a detailed diagnosis.

Autocar India

•1d

From what you’ve described, this is not a simple tyre issue. You now have two different tyre sizes at the front and rear, you have replaced a wheel bearing and a brake disc, and the noise comes in with heat and under braking. You should go to Tata service first and get the brakes and hubs checked properly, because this is a safety item.Two things stand out for your case. First, the kat-kat noise under braking after a few kilometres points to a brake fitment or disc issue on the front. If the hub face was not cleaned before fitting the new disc, or if the disc is a little bent, you get a knock and a whistle once things heat up. If the pad clips or guide pins were not fitted or greased correctly, the pads can rattle and squeal. Also, discs and pads should be replaced on both front wheels at the same time. If only one side is done, it can cause an uneven feel and noise. Second, you now have 195/60 R16 in front and 215/60 R16 at the back. The rear tyres are about 3 to 4 per cent larger in rolling size. The ABS, which prevents wheel lock, reads wheel speeds. A big front-rear difference can confuse it, and you can feel a buzz or kick through the pedal, more so on hills.What I’d do next: ask Tata to check both front discs and pads as a pair, clean the hub surfaces, check wheel nut torque, and check front wheel bearing play again. Ask them to scan the ABS for errors and inspect the wheel speed sensors and rings. Also have them check all four wheels for bends from the long flat-tyre drive earlier.About the spare: a 2023 spare used now is fine if the rubber has no cracks and the date code is 2023. The tyre-burst story, just because it was unused, is overblown.For long term, run the same size and brand on all four wheels. Either go all 195/60 R16 or all 215/60 R16, but don’t mix. Overall, get the brake and hub diagnosis at Tata first. Once that is right, align all four tyres to same specifications and your Nexon should feel normal again.

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VIJAY

•2d

Hi Autocar, I am planning to buy a car that offers good comfort and strong road presence with an on-road budget of ₹14 lakh. I have shortlisted the following options: Skoda Kushaq base variant, Kia Seltos base variant, Kia Carens Clavis base variant, Mahindra XUV 3XO base variant, and Citroen Aircross 7-seater. We travel long distances once a month, and I already own a 2017 Swift ZDi diesel variant. Kindly suggest which car I should choose from the above options and also recommend the most suitable variant. Since I have provided multiple options to the Autocar team, I would really appreciate your advice as a car enthusiast.

Autocar India

•15h

For one long highway trip a month, a ₹14 lakh on-road cap, and a step up in comfort from your Swift diesel, the Kia Seltos HTE 1.5 petrol manual suits you best. As far as base variants go, the Seltos is very well equipped, with features like cruise control, keyless entry, and an HD infotainment screen with wireless phone connectivity. The new generation also rides better than the last one, has a roomier cabin, and better road presence. Compared with your Swift, it will feel far more spacious and calmer at speed, and the big boot makes luggage easy.The Skoda Kushaq and Mahindra XUV 3XO base variants are good choices, but will feel a bit smaller on the inside. If you need 7 seats, the Kia Carens Clavis offers a similar experience to the Seltos, but its base trim is not as well equipped. The Citroen Aircross 7-seater offers superb ride comfort, but the service reach is still limited in many cities.Overall, for your use, the Seltos base lines up best.

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