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•21h

I currently own a 2020 Tata Nexon EV. I am happy with the EV experience, but I am not satisfied with Tata's service. I understand that the Nexon EV was an early product and that we were effectively guinea pigs at the time. Now that more EVs have matured, I want to know what options I should consider. My priorities are good range, comfort for a family of five, good boot space, physical buttons rather than a screen-heavy cabin like the Windsor, and good after-sales service. I was waiting for an EV from Toyota, but I don't see one coming soon. Which EV should I consider?

•1h

Given your experience with the Tata Nexon EV and your clear priorities, the Kia Syros EV seems to be the right fit. It is a sub-4-meter car with a surprisingly spacious cabin that can easily accommodate five passengers and their luggage. Go for the larger battery version that'll deliver healthy range, and you also have a good mix of physical buttons and touch keys, all logically laid out.

Toyota does offer an electric car, the Ebella, but you could consider the Maruti Suzuki E Vitara instead, which is more value for money.

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•3m

My budget is near about 16lacs now am using hyundai i-10 so what will be the best option for me

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Hi, My name is Praveen Kumar. I am a little confused about buying an EV for my daily commute. I travel around 50-80 km every day, and my budget is around Rs. 15-20 lakh. Should I go for a diesel automatic or an EV? If I choose an EV, which one should I buy? Can I consider the Syros EV? Also, please shed some light on battery degradation and its impact on long-term ownership.

•1d

With a daily commute of 50–80km and a budget of Rs 15-20 lakh, an EV is a very sensible choice, provided you have access to home charging. At this level of usage, the running cost savings over a diesel can be significant, and you will not need to charge every day. Battery degradation is also not a major concern with modern EVs. Most manufacturers offer an 8-year warranty on the battery, and available real-world data suggests that degradation is typically in the range of 10-15 percent over that period, depending on usage and charging habits.The Kia Syros EV is a good option within your budget. This Kia car offers a spacious, premium cabin and a well-rounded ownership experience. If you are looking for alternatives, the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara is worth considering as well. It offers similar range and performance, while Maruti’s extensive service reach is a big advantage.A diesel makes sense if you cannot install a home charger and most of your commute is on the highway. In that case, look at the Kia Seltos diesel automatic. If your commute is largely in the city and home charging is not an option, then a hybrid like the Victoris is a better fit.

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•2d

I am confused between the Seltos and the new facelifted Slavia. My budget is around Rs. 16-17 lakh, and I want a family car with good comfort, boot space, mileage, and an enjoyable driving experience on highways. I am also considering the Syros EV. I don't want a diesel or an automatic. I prefer petrol and a manual if I don't go for an EV. Please suggest the best option and variant.

•1d

Based on your requirements, the Skoda Slavia facelift is the better fit. This Skoda car is a family car with good comfort, a large boot, decent mileage and is properly fun to drive. The 1.0 TSI engine is punchy, the 6-speed manual gearbox is slick, and the car feels planted and stable at speed. The Seltos is a very good all-rounder, but at your budget you will be looking at a lower variant, and the Slavia simply offers a more complete package for your needs. The Syros EV is worth considering only if you have home charging and predominantly city usage. For your requirements, the Slavia 1.0 TSI manual is the best choice.

I am planning to buy a compact SUV and have shortlisted the manual variants of the Hyundai Venue HX5+, Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 and Tata Nexon Camo or Creative. Which one would you recommend?

•2h

Go for the AX5 variant of the Mahindra XUV 3XO. It is the most spacious of the three, with a wide cabin that makes it a genuinely comfortable five-seater, and the turbo petrol engine is strong and enjoyable to drive. The Hyundai Venue HX5+ is the more refined and modern product overall, but it is not as spacious and does not ride as well as the Mahindra car. The Tata Nexon Camo or Creative is a solid all-rounder with good ride comfort and a strong safety reputation, but the 3XO offers more space and a more engaging driving experience. The only real drawback with the 3XO is the relatively small boot, but if you do not regularly carry large amounts of luggage, it is the best choice here.

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