I want to buy a new car for a family of five, but occasionally we need seating for seven. I need a luxurious and spacious car. What would you suggest?

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The Citroen Aircross X is a good-looking car, now with a premium interior. It is the only SUV in its category which offers a 5+2 seating configuration, and even though the third row is not particularly spacious, it works for occasional use. The real-world fuel efficiency figures as per our tests are 9.5kpl and 13.62kpl in city and highway conditions, respectively, which is quite decent given the strong and smooth performance this 1.2-turbo-petrol-AT delivers. What's more is that ride comfort is outstanding, perhaps the best among all midsize SUVs. So as far as comfort and practicality goes, the Aircross X is a good car.Citroen's service centre network is limited, but since you have a touchpoint close to your home, your vehicle's regular servicing and maintenance is likely to be taken care of smoothly. If you love the Aircross X for what it is, go for it - as far as value goes, it is an outstanding proposition. If you're looking for proper seven-seater alternatives, we'd strongly recommend the Kia Carens Clavis HTK+ turbo-petrol automatic version. All three rows are properly spacious, well-suited for adults. This variant will be within your Rs 20 lakh on-road budget, and it has front and rear parking sensors, as well as rear-view camera to make parking easy for you. Sure, it isn't an SUV, but it is a very sensible car, if you need a proper seven-seater.

Citroen Aircross

Kia Carens Clavis

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For a family of seven with low usage and mostly long-distance trips, the Toyota Innova HyCross is the best recommendation. This Toyota car is a proper 7-seater with genuinely usable third-row space, excellent comfort and a reputation for reliability that makes it a stress-free long-term ownership proposition. The hybrid powertrain is also well suited to your usage, offering good fuel efficiency on highways and low running costs over time.If you are looking for a more budget-friendly option, the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga is a sensible alternative. It is comfortable, reliable and offers good value for money, though this Maruti Suzuki car is not as spacious or as premium as the HyCross.Between an SUV and an MPV, an MPV is the better choice for your needs. SUVs may look more rugged, but most 7-seater SUVs compromise on third-row space and comfort, whereas MPVs like the HyCross and Ertiga are designed specifically for family travel and long-distance comfort.If you are looking for a more premium and feature-rich alternative, the Kia Carens Clavis is worth considering. It offers a more premium cabin and a good feature set, but the HyCross remains the more comfortable and reliable long-term choice.

Toyota Innova HyCross

Kia Carens Clavis

Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

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If you are happy with the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid today, do not let the possibility of a facelift stop you from buying it. The car is already a well-rounded package with strong hybrid efficiency, a comfortable ride and Toyota’s reputation for reliability. Furthermore, there are some handsome discounts going on the Hyryder hybrid right now, so you could end up getting a great deal. While the launch date of the updated Hyryder isn't certain, we expect it to be in 2027. This update will bring minor cosmetic updates, and possibly some new features, but the core hybrid powertrain and ownership experience are unlikely to change.In summary, unless you want the newest version, which will have some minor changes (mostly cosmetic), it makes more financial sense to opt for the current version at a substantial discount.

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder