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Asked by: Shrinivason Feb 24, 2026
I have been using a 2025 Honda CR-V Touring in the USA, and I recently shifted back to India. My budget for a new car is around ₹25 lakh. Could you suggest a car that is close to the Honda CR-V in terms of features, fuel efficiency, space, and reliability?
You could shortlist the Kia Seltos and the Mahindra XUV 7XO. Both are excellent midsize SUVs that will fall within your budget. Both are feature-rich, spacious and reliable. Since fuel efficiency is something you're concerned about, you could consider their diesel versions. If you're open to electric cars, the Hyundai Creta Electric is a fantastic option.
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Asked by: Anoop Balwanion Feb 23, 2026
I am currently driving a 2019 Ford EcoSport automatic petrol (Titanium Plus) and am looking to change. I am considering the Sierra Pure Plus DCA and the Kia Seltos HTK IVT (O), both petrol, and I am a little confused about which one to go for. My daily commute is from Delhi to Gurgaon, and once in a quarter, I do a road trip with a maximum distance of 600km one side.
You’re coming from a 2019 Ford EcoSport automatic petrol, so you’re used to a compact SUV that feels reasonably peppy and easy to drive in city traffic. With your daily Delhi to Gurgaon commute and the occasional 600km highway trip, drivability and effortlessness do matter.
The Tata Sierra is a very appealing SUV. It stands out for its striking looks, well-appointed cabin and exceptional comfort. In fact, riding on the smaller 17-inch wheels with 215/65 R17 tyres, the Sierra has an outstanding ride quality and simply smothers bad roads with ease. The cabin is also very spacious, offering more legroom than the Seltos, and the seats are very comfortable, making it a pleasant place to spend long hours.
However, the Sierra’s main weakness is its 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. When paired with the dual-clutch automatic (DCA) transmission, it feels quite slow. It takes over 20 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100kph, which is on the slower side for this segment. In real-world terms, this means overtaking on the highway requires more planning and patience.
On this point alone, we would steer you towards your other option, the Kia Seltos HTK with the IVT (CVT) transmission. The Kia Seltos feels livelier and more responsive than the heavier Sierra. It’s easier to drive in everyday conditions and requires less effort on the highway, especially during overtakes. For your mix of city commuting and occasional long road trips, the Seltos would feel more relaxed and confidence-inspiring overall.
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Asked by: Apurva Jalanon Feb 23, 2026
Hi, I am looking to upgrade to a mid-size SUV from my 8-year-old Baleno. The car is mostly driven by a driver within the city of Kolkata. It will run about 30 km a day, and I would prefer good fuel efficiency. My budget is around ₹15 to 18 lakh. Please help me choose my next car.
Since you have a low daily running, a petrol SUV would be a good choice for you. The Kia Seltos in its HTK (O) guise, featuring a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine with a CVT gearbox, would be ideal for your intra-city runs. The Seltos is one of the more modern SUVs in the segment and has a fantastic interior with high-quality build and features.
You could also wait for the new Renault Duster, as it also has a promising powertrain, and while the interior space or premiumness is not as high as the Seltos, it has a lot of character when it comes to design. That said, as of now, we would recommend the Kia Seltos as it is a very well-sorted SUV that gets the basics right and even in its mid-spec guise, feels modern and worth the money. It has a good ride, the rear seat is comfy, and it is light and convenient to drive in the city.
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Asked by: Viswanathan Son Feb 23, 2026
I have a 2015 manual diesel Creta SX(O) model for the past 10 years. Planning to buy an automatic car. Family of two, and I am 65. Only Bangalore city driving, averaging 100 km per month. What car similar to the Creta do you suggest? I do not mind waiting for six months.
For your mostly city driving in Bangalore and an easy-to-live-with automatic, the Kia Seltos is a very good choice. It feels familiar but is larger, more spacious and better equipped than your old Creta, with a bigger boot as well.
We recommend the 1.5 litre petrol with the IVT automatic. The gearbox is smooth and seamless, and the refined engine makes everyday driving effortless. The Hyundai Creta is also a good option, but the Seltos feels slightly more spacious and is a better value at a similar price. Plus, the Hyundai Creta is expected to be replaced early next year, and since you are willing to wait, this is something you can keep in mind before making a final decision.
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Asked by: Shubham Singhon Feb 22, 2026
I regularly service my Kia Seltos (December 2024 model). The current odometer reading is approximately 37,714 km. The last service was done at 28,000 km, so I understand that the next service is due at 38,000 km. However, due to Holi, I need to travel to my hometown and won’t be able to get the car serviced in Gurugram. I will be travelling approximately 500-600 km to Lucknow and have already scheduled a service appointment there. Could you please confirm whether it is safe to drive an additional 500-600 km beyond the 38,000 km service interval before getting the 4th service done?
It is always recommended to stick to the prescribed service intervals, as they are defined after extensive testing and are important for the long-term health of the car, as well as for keeping the warranty intact. That said, real-world situations like travel plans do come up, and manufacturers do account for some buffer while defining service schedules.
In your case, driving an additional 500 to 600 km beyond the 38,000 km service interval in your Kia Seltos should not be a problem, especially since you already have a service appointment scheduled in Lucknow. Service intervals are designed with a degree of redundancy, and a small overrun like this is generally acceptable. The sensible thing to do, which you have already planned, is to inform the dealership about the situation and get the service done at the earliest possible point after your journey.
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Asked by: Shivam Guptaon Feb 22, 2026
Hi, need some genuine advice as I’m completely confused between these options: Kia Seltos HTK (O) Automatic Kia Seltos HTX (ADAS) Petrol NA Automatic Tata Sierra Adventure+ TGDi Petrol Automatic My usage is around 700 km/month, mostly Faridabad ↔ Gurgaon commute (city + some highway). Budget is not a constraint, but I’m struggling to decide: Tata Sierra feels more appealing for safety, size, and road presence Kia Seltos offers better features, refinement, and overall package in the same price range I also feel Seltos height/stance is slightly lower, which is making me lean toward Sierra — but I don’t want to regret missing out on Kia’s reliability & feature set. Looking for long-term ownership advice (5–7 years): Which one would you recommend and why? Is turbo petrol (Sierra) worth it over NA (Seltos) for my usage? Any real ownership insights would help a lot
Your confusion is understandable because these cars appeal for very different reasons. Starting with the Tata Sierra, commenting on long term reliability is genuinely difficult because it is an all new product. You are absolutely right about its road presence. It looks bigger on the road because it is taller and wider, and that translates into a wider cabin and excellent seating comfort. Space and the sense of safety are clear strengths, and for someone who values size and presence, the Sierra naturally feels more desirable.
The Kia Seltos, however, is a far more rounded and proven package. As you correctly observed, it is priced lower and yet offers more features at the same price point. The 1.5 litre naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with the CVT automatic is extremely smooth, refined and well suited for your Faridabad to Gurgaon commute. This powertrain has been around for a while now, is well understood and is known for being fuss free to own over the long term. For someone planning to keep the car for five to seven years, this matters a lot.
If road presence, cabin width and the appeal of something new matter more to you, the Sierra will satisfy emotionally. But if you are looking at this purely from a long term ownership perspective with refinement, reliability and peace of mind as priorities, the Seltos is the easier recommendation.
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Asked by: Amiton Feb 19, 2026
Hi, I need an automatic car for a daily commute of 50 km on weekdays in Mumbai city. I will hardly be taking any long trips on weekends or otherwise. Which car would you suggest: Harrier Petrol, 7XO Diesel or Seltos NA/Turbo, considering that I currently drive a Kushaq 1.0 manual? Budget is 25 lakh.
Purely as an urban commuter, the Kia Seltos NA Petrol IVT is the best option in terms of smoothness and user-friendliness. It is larger than your current car, and will feel like a proper upgrade in terms of space, comfort, features and tech.
Do keep in mind that your Skoda Kushaq's Turbo-Petrol engine is more powerful in comparison, and the Seltos 1.5 NA's performance could feel a bit underwhelming on the open road. Its turbo-petrol version will feel relatively more effortless.
The Tata Harrier and XUV 7XO are larger cars, and since you don't plan to use the new car for long trips, these could feel too big to drive in Mumbai's traffic.
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Asked by: Sandip Aggarwalon Feb 17, 2026
I currently own a 5-year-old BS6 EcoSport diesel (earlier had a BS4 EcoSport diesel for 6 years). I now want to change my car but am unsure which one to buy. I am based in Delhi and drive around 9,000km per year, mostly in the city, with 3-4 highway trips annually. Budget: ₹17-19 lakh. Priorities: driving experience, double-digit real-world mileage, and overall product value. Test drives done: Creta, Elevate, Seltos petrol (NA) - did not feel very impressive. I am inclined towards the Alcazar, Creta Turbo, and XUV700, but I am open to suggestions.
Out of the cars you have shortlisted, all use turbo petrol engines, and achieving double-digit fuel efficiency in a congested city like Delhi will be difficult. Your best bet for good and consistent efficiency is to opt for a naturally aspirated petrol engine.
That said, whether you choose a naturally aspirated or turbo petrol, we would suggest going for the new Kia Seltos. It shares its engine options with the Creta and Alcazar, including both the 1.5 litre NA petrol and the 1.5 litre turbo petrol. Being the newer generation car, the Seltos is larger than the Creta, more spacious, better equipped, and also offers a bigger boot.
Between the Seltos and the Alcazar, choose the Hyundai Alcazar if you want the captain seat option, the ability to seat more than five people, and a larger boot with the third row folded.
We would not recommend the Mahindra XUV700, now called the XUV 7XO, for your usage. Within your budget, you would only get the lower variants, which are not as well-equipped as the others.
More importantly, fuel efficiency could be a concern. While the 2.0-litre turbo petrol engine delivers effortless performance, achieving double-digit mileage figures, even on the highway, would require very gentle driving.
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Asked by: lohith son Feb 17, 2026
Hi Team, I am looking for a mid-size SUV under Rs 20 lakhs with a diesel option. My usage will be 80% highway and 20% city. I was looking at the Seltos diesel version. Kindly suggest how to proceed further.
The new Kia Seltos diesel is a strong all-around package and a good fit for your requirements. The 1.5-litre diesel engine is refined, offers decent performance, and is pleasant to drive. The Seltos is also spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. Within your budget, you can opt for the HTK variant if you are looking at the automatic, or the HTK (O) if you prefer a manual transmission. Given that around 80% of your driving will be on the highway, it is highly unlikely that you will face any DPF-related issues.
Another diesel option worth considering is the new Tata Sierra. Compared to the Seltos, the Sierra is even more spacious, and its wider cabin makes it a very comfortable five-seater. It also scores slightly higher on comfort thanks to its plush ride quality. However, the Sierra is priced on the higher side, so variants comparable in price to the Seltos are not as well equipped, and its diesel engine is not as refined.
One factor to note is that with stricter emission norms, diesel engines are no longer as fuel-efficient as they once were. If fuel efficiency is your absolute top priority, you should also consider strong hybrid powertrains such as the Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Grand Vitara, or Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, all of which can return over 20 kpl in both city and highway driving.
The upcoming Renault Duster is also expected to get a strong hybrid powertrain around Diwali, so that could be another option if you are willing to wait.
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Asked by: Ajay Thilakanon Feb 16, 2026
I’m looking for a compact SUV, and I am a big fan of the Kia Seltos. I am a driving enthusiast, but the TGDi engine of the Seltos will stretch my budget considerably. I also want all the bells and whistles like a 360-degree camera and a fully digital instrument cluster. I wanted a manual gearbox with the TGDi, but that is no longer an option. My dilemma is whether to choose the Kia Seltos HTX(A) manual with the naturally aspirated engine or the Hyundai Venue N-Line N10 DCT. Is spending ₹2-4 lakh extra on the Kia Seltos (considering both NA and TGDi engines) justifiable, or should I settle for the sub-4-metre Hyundai Venue (1.0L turbo engine)?
If you enjoy driving, the Kia Seltos's 1.5 naturally aspirated petrol is not the engine for you - capable as it is in everyday driving. Similarly, the Hyundai Venue, even though its 1.0-litre T-GDi engine has a strong 120hp power figure, just doesn't feel quite as punchy or enthusiastic as the numbers suggest. And since you're on a budget, but you also want all the bells and whistles, there are a couple of different ways you could go.
Since Kia doesn't offer the 1.5 T-GDi with a manual gearbox (the iMT is not as enjoyable), you could increase your budget and go for the DCT. If that's not an option, consider other fun-to-drive and fully loaded cars that could serve all your needs.
The Mahindra XUV 3XO with its 131hp, T-GDi engine is exciting to drive, especially in manual guise, and gets you loads of features within your budget. However, our recommendation is the Hyundai Creta N-Line - it's a little older than the Seltos and doesn't have the latest tech, but it's still very well-loaded with features and good on space too. Moreover, you get the smooth yet punchy 1.5 T-GDi engine with a manual, and the N-Line arguably handles better than the Seltos, too.
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