Planning to buy a petrol automatic 5-seater SUV with a budget of Rs 25 to 30 lakh. Any good recommendations? My preference is the Tata Harrier Petrol Fearless Ultra.

Autocar India

•3w

The Tata Harrier is a good choice for a 5-seater SUV in your budget, and if you have your eye on it, you should go for it. The new petrol engine, though 'just' a 1.5-litre mill, is powerful enough for the big SUV. It doesn't feel as effortless as Mahindra's 2.0-litre petrol in the XUV 7XO but instead delivers its 170hp and 280Nm in a smooth and linear manner.

Still, a 10.5-second 0-100kph is far from slow, so there is enough performance on offer. The 6-speed manual is slick enough, but the 6-speed torque converter automatic is our pick, owing to its smoothness, which matches well with the engine's linear nature.

And, overall, the Tata Harrier has grown into an accomplished SUV that's spacious and comfortable; although some ergonomic niggles and electronic gaffes do remain.

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Dushyanth

•3w

Why not look at the Jeep Compass? Even though it is lagging from a feature POV, it more than makes up for the power, safety, and the luxury feel from an interior perspective.

Patrick

•3w

Maintenance and running cost of the Jeep is way more than Harrier.

Patrick

•3w

And not just this, finding service centers in tier 2 and tier 3 cities will be difficult.

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Nikhil

•4d

I currently own a 2021 Hyundai Venue (iMT) Petrol. I usually travel to my hometown in Punjab once a month, and the rest of the time, I drive within the city. I am looking to buy an SUV with good aesthetics and build quality; the first car that comes to mind is the Tata Harrier. I was eagerly waiting for the petrol variant, and this year, that wish finally came true. I am planning to purchase the Fearless+ variant in white. However, considering Tata's reputation for manufacturing defects and resale value, should I stick with my choice, or would you suggest a better option, like a Mahindra XUV700? My priority is safety, looks, average maintenance cost and mileage should fall between 12-18kmpl (which is usually what every car offers right now). Thanks in advance

Autocar India

•2d

If you have your heart set on the Tata Harrier, you should go for it. It has great road presence, you like the aesthetics of it, and it feels very tough, thanks to its Land Rover-sourced underpinnings. The new 1.5-litre turbo-petrol engine is a winner too, managing to be both powerful and smooth at the same time. If you're after the automatic variant, it's a very smooth gearbox too, if not a particularly sporty one. Tata's reliability has improved in recent years, but the cars aren't free from issues, particularly with the electronics.That said, Mahindra is not too far behind in this regard. It's luck of the draw, and we don't think it's worth putting off the purchase just for that if you otherwise have your eye on it. As for the mileage, it's unlikely to get anywhere near 12-18kpl (the Mahindra is even further off), as it is a heavy SUV with a turbocharged petrol engine, but driven carefully, you could get into the low double digits.

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Anant Sheopuri

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I am planning to upgrade from a Maruti Suzuki Ertiga to a new three-row SUV mainly for city driving. The Tata Safari Adventure X petrol AT does not have a dedicated third-row AC unit. Will this affect cooling for third-row passengers in Mumbai’s heat during daily use? I am also considering the MG Hector Plus Savvy Pro AT and the Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7 petrol AT. Which would be the better choice among these?

Autocar India

•15h

Out of the three mentioned above, the Mahindra XUV 7XO would be the better choice. It is a lot more refined, plush and sorted overall and feels worth the money you pay. The engine is powerful, silent, and the gearbox works well in the city as well. The tech is new-age, and it feels futureproof. However, the third row, despite getting AC vents, isn't the best in terms of space and comfort. The middle row cannot slide ahead, and that restricts room in the last row. Coming from an Ertiga, you will feel the space crunch in the 7XO and even the Hector Plus or the Tata Safari. If the third row is frequently used, the Kia Carens Clavis is the right choice as it has proper space in the third row and is quite practical. It isn't as fast or powerful as the others, but it has enough punch and is almost equally packed with features. Being lighter than the bigger SUVs, it is also easy to drive around the city, and it has a smooth DCT gearbox. If third row space is not critical, then we would recommend the XUV 7XO, but if you want space in the last row, the Clavis would be ideal.

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Nano

•4d

I am confused between the Mahindra XUV 7XO AX5 and Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7 variants, as I prefer practicality over extra features. Alternatively, should I consider waiting for the Tata Sierra?

Autocar India

•16h

If you don't mind the additional spend, we'd recommend the Mahindra XUV 7XO in AX7 trim. Elements like its larger 18-inch alloy wheels and leatherette upholstery add greatly to the look and feel of things. While auto climate control, a 540-degree camera and front parking sensors are features you will appreciate every day. The Tata Sierra is not a like-for-like alternative to the Mahindra 7XO. The 7XO is larger, more powerful and also offers three rows of seating.Further, the 7XO is slightly pricier, too. Within Tata's range, the Tata Safari is an alternative to the 7XO.

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