I am planning for a new car, the choice is between the Mahindra 7XO and the Toyota Hycross Hybrid. Which one is better?

Autocar India

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The Innova Crysta is a good choice for purely highway use. It shines on long runs: the diesel pulls strongly without effort, it stays steady at speed, and the ride keeps bad patches in check so your family stays comfortable. The seats are wide and supportive, and Toyota’s track record and service reach make cross-country trips worry-free.Know the trade-offs. The cabin feels a bit old next to newer rivals, and an automatic is no longer on offer, which can become tiring on longer drives.If you want an easy automatic, look at the Mahindra XUV 7XO. It rides better and feels smoother and more powerful, though the third row is a bit tight for adults. If you are open to petrol power, then the Innova Hycross is a better choice than the Crysta in terms of comfort, safety and ease of use.For pure highway runs, the Innova Crysta is still a solid choice.

Toyota Innova Crysta

Toyota Innova HyCross

Mahindra XUV 7XO

Autocar India

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For strong acceleration with a diesel automatic in this budget, the Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel automatic is the best match.It fits your brief because its diesel engine has strong pull right from low speeds, so gaps open up fast, and highway overtakes need just a light press of the throttle. The automatic is smooth in slow traffic and settles into low revs on the highway, which keeps the drive easy. It also gives you the most shove among diesel automatics in this price range, so it feels quicker than rivals when you need it.Know the trade-offs: it is a big, tall car, so tight city lanes and small parking spots need extra care. Overall, for your requirement of quick pickup with a diesel automatic, the XUV 7XO stands out as the strongest option in this segment.

Mahindra XUV 7XO

Autocar India

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City-first use, low yearly running and a focus on safety and easy parking point to two picks from your list: Mahindra XUV 7XO AX3 and Kia Carens Clavis HTK+.The Mahindra XUV 7XO suits you if you want a strong safety focus and a calm, smooth drive. It feels steady on bad roads, gives a clear view out, and the light steering at low speeds helps in traffic and tight lanes. Parking aids available on the 7XO help slot a big car into small spaces.The Kia Carens Clavis is the easiest to live with in the city. It has light controls, a relaxed petrol engine, and it sips less fuel in stop-go use. The low floor also makes getting in and out very easy for the family, and the third row is better than the 7XO's.With 6,000 km a year, pick petrol. Diesel costs more, and short city runs don’t suit it. Only choose diesel if you do frequent long highway trips.

Mahindra XUV 7XO

Kia Carens Clavis