Totally confused between XUV 7XO diesel auto and XEV 9E. My yearly usage is 10 to 15k kms. My usage will be primarily as a 5-seater. Among these two, which car has better ride and handling?

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Get the Jeep Compass diesel automatic, ideally the 4x4, because it stays easy in the city yet feels rock solid on highways and can handle desert sand, and hill climbs without stress. You are coming from a Vento, so you will like the Compass’s tight body control, strong mid-range pull, and the calm way it cruises. The 4x4 brings real traction for soft sand and steep trails, plus good ground clearance, but it still parks like a midsize SUV, not a barge.With 10,000 km a year, diesel is fine if you do a decent weekly run to keep the system happy. If your budget is strict at Rs. 35 lakh on-road, the 4x2 automatic will fit and is still great for bad roads and long trips, just not deep sand.As an alternative, you can also look at the AWD Mahindra XUV 7XO, off-road it will not be as accomplished as the Compass, but it will be more than enough for basic trails and light off-roading.

Jeep Compass

Mahindra XUV 7XO

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Pick the Kia Seltos 1.5 petrol automatic. Your driving is mostly in Mumbai, and the Seltos is simply easier to live with there - smaller footprint, lighter steering, smoother low-speed manners, and it will use less fuel in traffic than the big Mahindra. For a tall family of three, the front seats have loads of adjustment, the cabin feels airy enough, and fitting a child seat is easy. Kia’s 1.5 petrol with the IVT is a proven combo, so ownership is usually fuss-free.If you were often carrying four or five tall adults or doing lots of highway miles, the XUV 7XO would swing it. It is roomier, has a cushier second row and a third row for occasional use. The flip side is its size, and the thirsty turbo petrol can be a pain in tight Mumbai commutes.If you choose the Seltos, stick to the 1.5 petrol with the automatic rather than the turbo. It suits city use better and keeps life simple while still feeling refined on the occasional highway run.

Kia Seltos

Mahindra XUV 7XO

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The Honda Elevate's engine is stronger, and the dynamics are slightly better. If you enjoy driving, go for the Honda. But do keep in mind that fuel efficiency won't be as strong as the Maruti, the CNG kit is fitted at the dealer level, unlike Maruti's factory-fitted unit, and boot space (like in the Grand Vitara CNG) will be compromised.If you want an efficient CNG powertrain without sacrificing boot space, then we'd recommend you opt for the Victoris CNG instead. Thanks to its tank placement beneath the boot floor, you don't sacrifice practicality, and you also get the peace of mind of a factory-fitted CNG kit.

Honda Elevate