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I am seeking your expert guidance to help me select a suitable car based on my driving style and usage pattern. My average monthly running is 2,000-2,300 km. I currently drive a Hyundai Venue 1.0 Turbo DCT, and over the last six years, I have covered approximately 1,15,000 km in it, with a monthly fuel expense of about ₹18,000-₹20,000. My usage pattern is 60% city driving and 40% highway driving. I would like to upgrade my car, and I am confused between the Kia Seltos (IVT 1.5 NA / 1.5L turbocharged) and the Tata Sierra (1.5L DCA / 1.5 turbo Hyperian). Considering the above, I would appreciate your recommendations on a car that offers a good balance of performance, fuel efficiency, reliability, and long-term ownership value. Looking forward to your valuable suggestions. Thank you in advance for your time and support. Warm regards, Yogesh Rawat
Of the two cars you've suggested, and given your requirements, we would recommend the new Kia Seltos.
For one, you'll find it a more natural upgrade from your Hyundai Venue 1.0 Turbo DCT, as both cars come from the same Hyundai Group family and use related hardware. That being said, the Seltos is built on a new-gen platform called K3 and comes with far more advanced tech. Especially when it comes to the infotainment system and connectivity.
Because the Seltos engines are unchanged from before, we know what to expect from them - whether the 1.5 naturally aspirated petrol or the 1.5 turbo petrol. Since your driving is 60% city, we would stick with the 1.5 petrol IVT, as it is the smoother and more efficient powertrain overall.
Kia, like Hyundai, tends to be reliable in the long run - as you've no doubt seen with your Venue - and maintenance costs are reasonable too. The Tata Sierra has promise, but its all-new engines are as yet unproven, and in our experience. While its 1.5 turbo petrol is smooth and powerful, the 1.5 naturally aspirated petrol feels underpowered in this size of car.
I am planning to upgrade to a Hyundai Alcazar and am confused between the petrol DCT and diesel automatic. Given the current scenario, is it sensible to buy a diesel? Will the mileage difference be significant if my daily usage is 20-25km in traffic with occasional highway trips?
Let me know any automatic, preferably multi-fuel small SUV under ₹10 lakh.
Your two options in this price range are the recently facelifted Tata Punch and the Hyundai Exter. Both these sub-compact SUVs are available with petrol and CNG options.
The Exter has a smoother powertrain and slightly more interior space. But the Punch feels tougher, is more comfortable, is better equipped and has scored a 5-star Bharat NCAP crash test rating.
Moreover, the Punch CNG is available with both manual and AMT automatic gearbox options, and across more variants, which gives you more choice.
I want to buy a sedan with good ground clearance due to the rains in Mumbai, and also don't want a car with high maintenance. I was considering the Skoda Slavia or the Hyundai Verna. Please suggest.
I am planning to buy my first car with a budget of up to ₹10 lakh, although I can stretch it slightly if required. My preferences are an automatic transmission, long-term reliability, less-gimmicky features, and a decent level of safety. I am currently confused between the Honda Amaze and the Maruti Suzuki Brezza. Are there any other options I should consider?
The Brezza, on the other hand, feels better to drive thanks to its larger 1.5 litre petrol engine paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. However, the most affordable automatic Brezza is available only in the VXI variant, which costs close to Rs 13 lakh on road, putting it well above your stated budget.
A more affordable alternative is the Skoda Kylaq in the Signature variant, priced at around Rs 12 lakh on road. The Kylaq is engaging to drive, and its 1.0 litre turbo petrol engine paired with a 6-speed torque converter automatic offers smooth performance with enough power for both city and highway driving.
If you want to stay well within a Rs 10 lakh budget, the Hyundai i20 is also a strong option. It is powered by a 1.2 litre petrol engine and comes with a smooth CVT transmission, making it suitable for daily urban use.
Hello. We are looking for a new 7-seater for our family that will mainly be driven by my 65-year-old father. The monthly running will be 800-1000 km, mostly city driving. We want comfort, good performance, decent mileage, and easy-to-use controls rather than too many tech features. Our budget is ₹25 lakh. We had shortlisted the XUV 7XO and XEV 9S, but all the controls on the screen are difficult to use even for me. Now we are confused between the Safari diesel and petrol variants regarding mileage, maintenance cost, and more. Could you please suggest other options and help clear our doubts?
Go for the Tata Safari turbo-petrol. It is far more suited as a seven-seater than the Mahindra XUV 7XO, due to a more spacious third row. Also, the Sierra's touchscreen and user interface are far simpler than the Mahindra's, which can feel a bit overwhelming, at least initially.
While we haven't extensively tested the Safari turbo-petrol, expect single-digit fuel efficiency in urban conditions. It is expected of such a large SUV. If running costs matter, then you could consider the diesel version instead.
Relatively smaller and easier to drive 7-seater options are the Hyundai Alcazar and Kia Carens Clavis, which come with turbo-petrol and diesel automatic options.
My budget is around ₹13-14 lakh, and I am looking for a diesel manual car. I am confused between the new Hyundai Venue HX5 manual and the Tata Nexon Creative manual. Which one should I choose?
Of these two, we'd recommend you choose the Hyundai Venue HX5. The Tata Nexon has the slight edge on driving enjoyment with its punchier engine, sharper steering and better-tuned suspension, but in most other areas, the Venue excels.
The HX5 variant is decently well equipped, and the Venue diesel in general is smoother, more refined, better built and of higher interior quality. Plus, Hyundai's aftersales and service are known to offer a better experience than Tata's.
I am confused between the Hyundai Verna SX Plus IVT and the Volkswagen Virtus 1.0 Topline automatic. Please help.
Hi, my 2015 petrol Ciaz has been great and has done over a lakh kilometres. I’m now looking to switch to an SUV, preferably a 6-7 seater, mostly for highway use. It’s important that the SUV has a very good ride quality and minimal motion sickness. My budget is under ₹30 lakh. I’m considering the Hyundai Alcazar and the new Kia Seltos 5-seater. Please advise.
The Hyundai Alcazar is a decent option for a 6/7-seater SUV with a comfortable ride quality. However, its third row of seats is not the most spacious or comfortable for adults.
If you're fine with going for an MPV, take a look at the Toyota Innova Hycross strong hybrid. It's got a refined petrol-strong hybrid CVT powertrain that has a claimed fuel efficiency of 23.34kpl.
Moreover, its cabin is far more spacious and comfortable than the Alcazar, and it has a comfortable ride on the highways too. Toyota Innova Hycross strong hybrid prices range from Rs 26.30 lakh to Rs 32.38 lakh (ex-showroom, India).
I am planning to buy either a Hyundai Creta or a Kia Seltos with an overall budget of ₹20 lakh. Which one is the better option, or should I consider something entirely new?
Last Updated on: 6 Jan 2026