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I am planning to buy an automatic SUV with a budget of ₹25 lakh and am confused between the Hyundai Creta DCT and Kia Seltos GTX Plus DCT. My usage will be mostly on highways with occasional city driving. Which one should I choose?
While both are compelling options, we would recommend the Kia Seltos, as it is simply the newer of the two, which brings several advantages. The new K3 platform is more advanced, with the latest electronic architecture that delivers more modern tech with better software and hardware.
It's also a larger vehicle, offering more space inside the cabin, and has better ride quality than the Creta. There will be a new-gen Creta that will likely be built on this new platform, but it will not arrive before 2027. Until then, at least, the Seltos is the better option, using the same 160hp, 1.5 turbo-petrol engine and 7-speed DCT gearbox.
However, since your usage is mostly on the highway, we recommend trying the smooth and more efficient diesel automatic version as well.
My running is approximately 5,000 km per year, entirely within the city. Should I go for an EV or an automatic petrol car in the ₹20-25 lakh price range? I am considering an EV mainly for tax savings (40% tax deduction), but I am unsure whether petrol would be better. Please guide me on what makes more sense financially, as well as from a maintenance perspective.
I am confused between the new Seltos HTK O and the Creta S(O). Which one should I buy? My daily running is around 35 km, and I often go on long drives of up to 300 km. Please advise.
I am looking to purchase a new mid-SUV with a budget of around ₹15 lakh, preferably automatic. I am not very keen on tech features. Is the Honda Elevate a good choice, or should I consider the Mahindra XUV 3XO REVX, AX5, or AX7? Please advise.
Between the two, Honda Elevate is a better bet because of its very reliable engine and larger cabin. Honda dealers are offering some good discounts on the Elevate, so you can negotiate a good price for yourself.
Elevate has a very spacious cabin, but the cabin quality is not as premium as other products in the segment. If you are open to other choices, we suggest you check out the Kia Seltos 1.5 Petrol IVT and the Hyundai Creta 1.5 Petrol IVT. These offer a much better overall cabin experience.
I am buying my first car and am confused between the Hyundai Venue DCT and the Kia Seltos IVT. I have test-driven the Seltos IVT, but I have not been able to drive the Venue DCT as the dealer says a test-drive vehicle is not available. My usage will be around 80% city driving and 20% highway driving. My key requirements are decent mileage and good rear-seat comfort. I am also open to considering other cars that may be better than these two. Kindly suggest.
Both the Kia Seltos and the Hyundai Venue are good options and safe buys. But since you have the budget for the Kia Seltos IVT, we would suggest going for that. The four-cylinder 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine is more refined than the three-cylinder 1.0 turbo petrol on the Venue. The CVT (or IVT as Hyundai and Kia call it) is silky smooth and can actually end up giving you better fuel efficiency than the turbo petrol engine.
The Seltos is also more spacious and comfortable, and the interiors of the new Seltos feel premium with top drawer materials, too.
Other options you can explore or wait for include the brand new upcoming Duster, which was recently unveiled and is expected to launch in March 2026.
I own a 2017 Hyundai Xcent SX(O) diesel that has been driven around 1.07 lakh km. Now I am thinking of changing it. The options in my mind are the Kia Sonet HTK+(O) petrol or the Honda Amaze ZX (MT), but from my research, both feel underpowered due to their naturally aspirated engines. Are there any better petrol options around a ₹10 lakh budget? I don’t want to continue with diesel because they are now overpriced and have many emissions concerns. Please suggest.
Yes, you are right. The Kia Sonet’s and Honda Amaze’s 1.2 litre naturally aspirated petrol engines, although fine for city use, will feel a bit down on power for highway duties. Especially compared to your Hyundai Xcent diesel, you own currently. It has a lot more torque; these cars will feel slower in comparison and won’t really feel like an upgrade.
In your Rs 10 lakh budget, you can look at either the Mahindra XUV 3XO REVX M or the Skoda Kylaq Classic Plus. Both these cars are powered by turbo petrol engines, which give them strong performance, and both are genuinely enjoyable to drive. The Mahindra scores big on cabin space, making it one of the most comfortable cars in the segment for five adults. While the Skoda Kodiaq offers a much larger boot, which adds to its practicality.
If you are looking for better efficiency and a lighter clutch for a more effortless driving experience, you could also consider the Maruti Suzuki Brezza LXi. However, in Maruti’s case, we would recommend waiting as an update is due soon.
I am confused about my car purchase. I was initially fixed on the Grand Vitara due to its mileage and service network, but recent additions to the market like the Seltos and Duster have made me reconsider. Mileage is my main priority, but better features would be a bonus. I mainly travel 300-400 km per month. My current Tata Altroz delivers low mileage.
Which car would be more suitable for city use and occasional highway driving: the Swift or the Ignis? My budget is around Rs 8 lakh, which can be stretched. Or should I look at lower variants of the Sonet or 3XO?
I have a family of six adults. Which car would be suitable for me?
Please suggest a mid-size SUV mainly for long highway trips and weekend travel with a family of four. Requirements include ADAS Level 2, a large boot, good mileage, good suspension for bad roads during long trips, and a diesel or strong hybrid powertrain. Budget is Rs 20 lakh.
Last Updated on: 2 Jan 2026