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•7w

Will the Renault Duster hybrid have any body changes compared to the ICE Duster? Especially since it has to accommodate the battery pack. Will rear seat legroom decrease? I’ve booked one and am worried about this.

•7w

In most modern strong-hybrid setups, the battery is packaged low in the floor or under the boot area, not under the rear seats. This means rear seat legroom and seating position remain largely unchanged. Even globally, the Duster sold as the Dacia Duster hybrid manages its battery packaging quite well, with minimal impact on cabin space. So, from a passenger comfort point of view, it should feel very similar to the ICE version.

Where you may see a change is in the boot area. To accommodate the battery, the boot floor can be slightly raised, something we have already seen in cars like the Toyota Hyryder and Maruti Grand Vitara. This can reduce usable boot depth a bit, but manufacturers usually integrate it neatly, so the impact is not drastic.

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•3w

I want to know if duster hybrid will be less capable on hills and off roads due to low power as compared to turbo petrol is this true , I don't want compromise in performance

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•1w

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•2h

All three options have their highlights. The Kushaq is the most enjoyable to drive, the Duster feels the most rugged, while the Seltos feels the plushest. Given your usage, we'd recommend the Skoda Kushaq 1.5 TSI DSG as the best pick. It's got the nicest gearbox, feels the peppiest, and will liven up your frequent highway drives. There is a firmness to the suspension, but it's not uncomfortable. The Skoda feels smaller than the others, and the positive to that is that it will put the driver at greater ease in congested city roads. On the flipside, the Kushaq isn't as spacious as the Duster or Seltos and is best thought of as a four-seater - the rear seat is not ideal for three passengers. If you want a more complete all-rounder, the Kia Seltos is a great pick. The DCT isn't the smoothest in town, though.

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•6h

Pick the Mahindra XUV 7XO diesel automatic. The steering still feels natural, the ride stays calm at speed, and the 2.2 diesel has effortless shove for quick highway passes while returning impressive mileage. Sure, being much larger in size, it might not feel as agile or as convenient to drive as your Figo, but that's something you will have to get used to.Alternatively, you could consider the Honda City hybrid too. It is a very efficient sedan which recently got a mid-life makeover and some new features. Yes, the City is expensive, but it is the only hybrid sedan on this side of Rs 30 lakh.If you're not in a hurry to buy, the strong-hybrid versions of the Renault Duster and Nissan Tekton could be worth waiting for.

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•5h

Pick the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara Strong Hybrid automatic. In your 95% stop-go city use it returns real 20-plus kpl, glides on electric at low speeds so the drive feels smooth, and the high seat with over 200 mm clearance gives far better visibility and confidence than your Ciaz. The hybrid system is Toyota-sourced and proven; with Maruti’s wide service network, running and upkeep stay low.For a family of five, the rear bench will handle two adults and a kid in comfort most days, and the ride soaks up rough roads and speed breakers well. One honest drawback is boot space on the strong hybrid, which is smaller than the non-hybrid; on the rare highway trip, you will need to pack accordingly.If you are looking for a slightly more modern interior, then the Victoris is also a strong choice with essentially the same powertrain. There are no three-row hybrids in your price range, so a diesel is your best bet for lower running costs. Here, the Kia Carens Clavis diesel auto is a good choice, but remember you will need to make a highway trip every couple of weeks to keep the DPF healthy.Overall, if a third row is not essential, the strong hybrid Grand Vitara is the best fit.

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