I need a new petrol SUV with all safety features, priced between ₹10 lakh and ₹15 lakh. My use will be limited to about 500 km a month in a small-town area, with occasional long drives of no more than 500 km at a stretch. I am a 69-year-old senior citizen who prefers self-driving. Please advise.

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The Mahindra XUV 3XO would be a good option for you. At your budget, you will get a variant with a level 2 ADAS suite, though this won't be too much use in small town areas and it's best out on the highways. However, we would recommend this as the car is well equipped with safety features like six airbags, and it has secured a full 5-star crash rating in the BNCAP tests. Also, since you like driving the 3XO is a car that you will enjoy being behind the wheel of.

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