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Yogesh Jagtap

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I have a budget of ₹15 lakh, but I cannot decide which car to buy. My requirements are a spacious cabin, good mileage, low maintenance, good after-sales service, and premium features without being overly high-tech. My elderly parents should be able to get in and out comfortably. I prefer a 7-seater, but if the budget is limited, I can opt for a 5-seater. Please suggest options.

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Given your requirements, you should consider the Kia Carens Clavis. The Carens Clavis has a spacious cabin, and even the third row can comfortably accommodate adults. It is also not a particularly high-riding car, so your parents shouldn't have any trouble getting in and out. Furthermore, the MPV is also proven to be reliable, and Kia also offers good after-sales service.
Kia offers the Carens Clavis with a 115hp, naturally aspirated petrol, a 160hp, turbo petrol and a 116hp, diesel engine options. The latter two can also be had with an automatic gearbox. Choose the right one for you depending on your usage. Kia Carens Clavis prices range from Rs 11.08 lakh to Rs 20.71 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Hi Autocar Team, I have three children and parents in my family, and I have decided to purchase the Kia Carens Clavis. My daily commute is about 35 km in the city, and I usually take a 300 km highway trip once a month. I have been driving a diesel car since 2011, but I am now unsure whether to choose the petrol naturally aspirated (NA) variant or the diesel variant of the Carens Clavis. Considering my usage pattern and family requirements, which engine option would you suggest?

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Looking for a seven-seater car that would be of good quality and safety, with good comfort for both the driver and passengers, along with good mileage and power. Budget under ₹15 lakh. Daily travel of 50 km and a weekly 250 km trip to my native place.

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The Hyundai Venue is a good option to consider. It is compact, has a good feature list, and the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine is punchy and fun to drive. The DCT automatic gearbox is also smooth and quick to respond. Being the newest entrant to the compact SUV segment, it gets a modern cabin that is well-equipped and gets all the features you would want.This Hyundai car also has decent space at the rear, and the ride comfort and sales and service experience is good, too. Overall, it is a well-rounded package that does everything the way you'd want it to. The HX 8 trim is one shy of the top-spec, but it will fit in your budget and offer a long equipment list.

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Posted on: 8 Feb 2026