Hello Team, I need advice on my next car purchase. My budget is around ₹18 lakh, and we are a family of five. Most driving will be in the city, with occasional highway trips once every six months. I prefer an SUV, not a sedan. I have test-driven the VW Taigun and Honda Elevate, both automatics, as I need an automatic. The Elevate offers more features, while the Taigun 1.5 offers more power. Please guide me on which would be the better buy.

Autocar India

•21w

The Taigun 1.5 TSI DSG might not fit into your ₹18 lakh (on-road) budget. The Honda Elevate, price ranges between ₹13.08 lakh and ₹19.19 lakh (on-road in Mumbai), which falls within your range.

If you liked the drive experience, you should definitely go for it. The Elevate is a very comfortable car with good driving manners. Its engine delivers strong performance, so you will never feel short of power, even when traveling with five people on the highway.

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•1w

Hi, I have booked a Honda Elevate V CVT for Rs 15.30 on road, along with 50k worth of free accessories. However, I am quite confused about the Kylaq Prestige and XUV 3XO AX5L, which come in the same budget. So, I need your suggestion whether I can proceed with the Elevate or should I go with 3XO or Kylaq because of their plush interiors.

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•3h

Go ahead with the Honda Elevate V CVT you’ve booked. At Rs 15.30 lakh on-road plus Rs 50,000 in accessories, it secures a smooth automatic, solid 5‑seat practicality, and hassle‑free, predictable ownership. Switching now could mean losing the Rs 50,000 accessory bundle and current discount.Compared to the Skoda Kylaq and Mahindra XUV 3XO, the Elevate is a segment bigger with significantly more cabin space and luggage room. The one thing you give up is a plusher‑feeling cabin, compared with the 3XO or Kylaq. The Elevate V’s interior and touch points are more basic at this trim.If cabin ambience matters more than anything else and you’re okay with a smaller footprint, consider the XUV 3XO AX5L (preferably the AT) instead, provided the AT fits your ₹15.30 lakh budget in your city. The Kylaq 1.0 TSI is nicer to drive, but doesn’t have the cabin ambience of the 3XO.

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Between the Hyundai Venue and Honda Elevate, which car is good for a city drive?

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•6h

Pick the Hyundai Venue turbo petrol-DCT. Its 3995 mm footprint, light steering, and automatic gearbox make tight city traffic, U‑turns, and parking simpler than the larger Elevate.For city use, a smaller size is the biggest win. The Hyundai Venue is about 317 mm shorter than the Elevate (3995 mm vs ~4312 mm), so squeezing into gaps, basement ramps, and narrow parking slots is easier. The DCT automatic is convenient in bumper‑to‑bumper traffic, and the Venue's lighter controls mean it's easier to drive in the city and to park.The one thing you give up is rear space and boot volume. The Elevate’s longer body (about 300+ mm) seats three adults and carries weekend luggage more comfortably. If you regularly carry 4-5 adults or prefer a very smooth CVT feel over quick shifts, consider the Honda Elevate V CVT instead.

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•3d

If I have to choose between the Honda Elevate AT, Skoda Kushaq 1.5, and Kia Seltos IVT for a family of four, with most of the driving being within city limits (around 40 km daily), which one would be the best option in terms of long-term benefits and lower maintenance costs?

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•21h

Go for the Honda Elevate CVT, which seems like the best fit among these three for your needs. It's not quite as spacious as the Kia Seltos, but for a family of four, there's more than enough space. And it's not as exhilarating as the Skoda Kushaq 1.5 TSI to drive, but it's still quite enjoyable and far more fuel efficient for your usage of roughly 40km per day in the city. While all three cars have decent warranties, with the ability to extend them for a fee, but Honda offers a unique 'Anytime Warranty' which lets you extend in increments of 1-year/20,000km for up to 10 years. Plus, Honda is known for its reliability and rock-solid after-sales experience, which should give you the best overall long-term experience. The downside is that the Elevate is a bit plain and not quite as well equipped as the others, but then it is also considerably more affordable. Your next best bet is the Kia Seltos, but be prepared to shell out a bit more money for spec.

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