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I own a 2022 S-Cross, though it is not listed in your dropdown. I am looking to transition to an EV with a budget of around ₹20 lakh, extendable to ₹22 lakh. I need a real-world highway range of at least 400 km and prefer a spacious car similar to the S-Cross, rather than a compact SUV-based EV like the Nexon. The BE 6 is currently my choice, but my wife is not a fan of its design.

Asked by: Sid Sreenivas
The Mahindra BE 6 has a futuristic design, and its driving manners and performance are outstanding. However, its design isn't universally appealing, cabin ergonomics and user interface are flawed, and rear seat space is compromised.
Instead, you could consider the entry-level Mahindra XEV 9S or XEV 9e, which are relatively more spacious and practical. What's more is that the XEV 9E has great discounts going on, hence you could also end up getting the mid variants at a good price.
Alternatively, in that price range, you could check out the Hyundai Creta Electric with the 51.4kWh battery - it is a fundamentally sorted EV. You can expect a real-world highway range of close to 400km, performance is good, space is excellent, and it is well-equipped too. While the Creta Electric is a car you just can't go wrong with, do keep in mind that the DC fast charging times (using a 60kW or higher charger) are much slower than the Mahindra EVs.
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Asked by: Sid Sreenivas

I own a 2022 S-Cross, though it is not listed in your dropdown. I am looking to transition to an EV with a budget of around ₹20 lakh, extendable to ₹22 lakh. I need a real-world highway range of at least 400 km and prefer a spacious car similar to the S-Cross, rather than a compact SUV-based EV like the Nexon. The BE 6 is currently my choice, but my wife is not a fan of its design.

The Mahindra BE 6 has a futuristic design, and its driving manners and performance are outstanding. However, its design isn't universally appealing, cabin ergonomics and user interface are flawed, and rear seat space is compromised.Instead, you could consider the entry-level Mahindra XEV 9S or XEV 9e, which are relatively more spacious and practical. What's more is that the XEV 9E has great discounts going on, hence you could also end up getting the mid variants at a good price.Alternatively, in that price range, you could check out the Hyundai Creta Electric with the 51.4kWh battery - it is a fundamentally sorted EV. You can expect a real-world highway range of close to 400km, performance is good, space is excellent, and it is well-equipped too. While the Creta Electric is a car you just can't go wrong with, do keep in mind that the DC fast charging times (using a 60kW or higher charger) are much slower than the Mahindra EVs.
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3 Jan' 26
Asked by: Ronak

I have driven 1,25,000 km in my 2019 Honda Amaze S so far, of which around 20,000 km were on petrol and 1,00,000 km on CNG. We are a family of six. I want a small car for daily city use (around 1,800 km per month), and I also travel 250 km with my family twice or thrice a month. Should I replace the current Amaze and buy two separate cars, or continue using the Amaze and buy a new vehicle for family trips? I am considering the Citroen C3 Live CNG as a replacement for the Amaze and the Kia Carens Clavis diesel for family use. My budget is ₹16 to 17 lakh. Please advise and suggest alternatives, if any.

If you are happy with your Honda Amaze and it is not giving you any trouble, you can continue using it for your daily city runs and buy a new car for your family trips.For your family trips, the Kia Carens Clavis is a very good option. It is spacious, comfortable, drives well, and its diesel engine is both refined and efficient.
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3 Jan' 26
Asked by: Ashwin T V

Hi, I own a 2014 diesel Ertiga and am planning to upgrade to an automatic car costing under ₹20 lakh. I am looking for a car that is equal to or shorter in length so that it fits into my garage. My usage is around 100 km per month in the city and 2,000 km per year on highways. Please suggest.

There are multiple automatic cars that fall within your budget, however, since vehicle length is a constraint, your choices are limited to the Volkswagen Taigun or Skoda Kushaq from the mid-size SUV segment; all the other options measure more than 4.3m in length.You could also consider sub-4-meter compact SUVs like the Kia Syros and Mahindra XUV 3XO, both of which are excellent options. Out of these, our top pick would be the Syros for its spacious boot and cabin, high-quality interiors, and lengthy equipment list.
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Autocar India team
3 Jan' 26
Asked by: James

I have been using a Nexon EV for the past three years and would now like to upgrade to another EV. What would be an ideal replacement below ₹50 lakh? We are a family of three, the car will be self-driven, and I prefer something compact.

Check out the Volvo EX30 - it's a compact crossover with a high-tech, luxurious interior and loads of features with a focus on safety. It comes with a large 65kWh battery with a WLTP range of 480km and strong performance from its 272hp single motor setup. Its quirky design is very EV forward and will stand out on the road for looking like nothing else on the market.The only consideration you have to make is that, being a compact electric car, it's not super spacious in the rear seat. There are other great EVs at this price, but none of them are compact - like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and BYD Seal.
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Autocar India team
3 Jan' 26
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