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•1w

I own a 2013 Maruti Swift petrol, which still runs well in Bangalore traffic. I am planning to buy a second car that is spacious and comfortable for five people, or a fun-to-drive seven-seater. I am confused between electric, hybrid and diesel options, as the new car will mainly be used for road trips, with a monthly running of around 1,000-1,200 km. Good service connectivity and reasonable maintenance costs are also important to me. My budget is around Rs 30-35 lakh. Could you suggest some cars I should consider? Also, are there any upcoming models expected in 2026 that would be worth waiting for?

•3m

Considering your requirements, the Mahindra XUV 7XO would be a good choice. Given your running of around 12,000-14,000 a year, buying a petrol variant would be idea as the diesel would be too expensive to justify the premium over the petrol version.

In your budget, you can get the top-spec AX7 L that comes loaded with all the bells and whistles and tech you miss even on cars a segment above. The 7XO's highlight, however, is how it drives and rides. The engine is powerful, the suspension is excellent, and handling is genuinely impressive for its size. Plus, its third row is also surprisingly spacious, offering more room than the more premium Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tayron. Mahindra also has a wider service network, which should meet your requirements for service connectivity.

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