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Go for the BMW IX1 if you're looking for zippy yet seamless performance as well as low running costs. If you can arrange for home charging, the IX1 is certainly the better option. Pick the X1 LWB only if home charging isn't an option or if you frequently do over 500km road trips and don't want to plan for charging stops along the way.

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BMW iX1 LWB

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Go for the new-gen Audi Q3, which is launching soon. With your very minimal usage, the benefits of the Camry's strong hybrid system really won't pay any dividends, and as it is a much larger car with a lower ground clearance, it takes away the convenience factor you are looking for. As such, then, the two compact luxury SUVs are both great options that will suit your needs better. The X1 LWB is a better bet if you are chauffeur-driven, thanks to its immense rear-seat space. However, in most respects, the new Q3 will be the better bet, especially if you drive yourself. It gets a more powerful 2.0-litre engine rather than the BMW's 1.5, it has AWD, and Audi's latest tech. Plus, it's easy to drive and see out of, and Audi has cleverly chosen a smaller rim size for India to ensure that ride quality remains comfortable. Test drive the iX1 too, but overall, the Q3 seems like the better bet for your needs.

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BMW X1 LWB

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Of the four, the Volkswagen Tayron R-Line is the one to consider if space is a priority. It is the largest here and will suit frequent family travel best, particularly if you regularly carry rear-seat passengers and luggage. The petrol engine is smooth, though it needs to be worked hard for its best performance. Also, the R-Line’s larger wheels and lower-profile tyres can make the ride feel firm and occasionally crashy over broken roads.The BMW X1 LWB is a very capable city SUV. It has light controls, sharp handling for its size, generous rear-seat space and is superbly priced. However, its 1.5-litre petrol engine is not particularly strong once fully loaded. This BMW car is adequate for normal use, but does not offer the relaxed overtaking performance you may want on regular highway trips, and the interior doesn’t feel premium enough.The Mini Countryman is arguably the most distinctive choice. It feels well built, has a genuinely interesting interior and is enjoyable to drive, but it is not the most natural long-distance companion here. Rear-seat comfort and the overall ride quality are not quite as convincing as the Tayron or X1 for regular road trips.If you like driving and head out of town every few months, we suggest you wait for the new-generation Audi Q3. This Audi car comes with a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, and the standard quattro all-wheel-drive system should give it the strongest combination of effortless performance, highway confidence and all-weather capability in this group. The new Q3 is due to launch in India on October 16 and is expected to bring a much more modern, technology-heavy cabin. It is also expected to be the most expensive of the lot, with pricing likely in the Rs 55 lakh to Rs 60 lakh range, ex-showroom. My pick would be the Q3 if you can stretch the budget and are willing to wait. Otherwise, choose the Tayron R-Line if rear-seat space and family-road-trip usability matter most, or the X1 if most of your driving is in the city

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Audi Q3

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We would wait for the upcoming Audi Q3, whose launch is just around the corner, before making this decision as it promises to be the most contemporary of its peers in the segment. Audi wants to make up for lost time with the new Q3 and we understand the brand is leaving no stone unturned with this new model, equipping it with the 2.0 TFSI engine and Quattro AWD. It also promises to have the brand's latest tech, as well as a long features list, to make it attractive in this competitive segment. While the A4 sedan is a good deal right now at the end of its life, it may feel a bit too dated, and the new A5 will arrive by the end of the year. As for the X1, unless you're chauffeur driven, it isn't the best choice here. As you're coming from a CLA, the new CLA EV might be a good option, as your usage could fit within the constraints of an EV, and the CLA EV has exceptional range. It will, however, push slightly past your Rs. 60 lakh (on road) budget. Either way, we would recommend waiting for the India-spec Q3 before making a call, as it could be the best fit for you.

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