Maruti Suzuki Electric Upcoming Cars in India (1)

Hello, I am planning to purchase a new car and would appreciate your recommendations based on my requirements. We are a family of four, and all members are relatively tall, with heights ranging from 174 cm to 194 cm. Therefore, cabin space, seating comfort and ease of ingress and egress are important considerations. My usage will be primarily city-oriented, with the possibility of using the car for office commutes along Bengaluru's Outer Ring Road and occasional highway journeys. Around 70% of the usage will be for office commuting, while the remaining 30% will be for personal use, including occasional long-distance trips. My typical driving pattern involves approximately 400 km of office commuting every week, along with an additional 300–500 km of personal or long-distance travel once a month. My key priorities are excellent ride comfort, strong safety features, well-tuned suspension for both daily commutes and highway driving, a spacious cabin that can comfortably accommodate tall occupants, and reasonable maintenance and ownership costs. The car will be purchased under my company's car lease policy, which permits only electric vehicles. Based on my initial research, I feel the Tata Sierra, Maruti Suzuki e Vitara and Kia Clavis EV could be suitable options. However, I would appreciate an expert opinion on which of these models would best meet my requirements and whether there are any other electric vehicles worth considering. I am particularly interested in understanding which option offers the best balance of ride comfort, safety, practicality, maintenance costs and overall ownership experience. I would also prefer to stick with one of the major established manufacturers to ensure reliable after-sales support and predictable maintenance costs. Additionally, since the long-term resale value of EVs remains uncertain, I would like to keep the overall cost of ownership reasonable, taking the benefits of my company's car lease policy into account. I look forward to your recommendations. Thank you!

I’m from Visakhapatnam and am planning to buy a new SUV. I have been using a Honda Amaze diesel since 2013. Before that, I owned a Maruti 800 for 10 years. I am 63 years old and retired, and my annual running will be around 9,000-10,000 km. My driving will mostly involve a mix of city and highway use, and I intend to keep the car for 10-12 years. Mileage is one of my biggest priorities, followed by looks, driving enjoyment and long-term ownership costs. My budget is around Rs 16-17 lakh, and I want an automatic transmission. I also have a home charging facility. Should I consider the Kia Syros EV? My main concern is its boxy styling, which I don't particularly like. I also don't want a panoramic sunroof. Could you suggest which variant would suit my requirements from the following options: Kia Syros EV, Hyundai Bayon, Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Grand Vitara, Fronx facelift, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder?

I read a news that Maruti is launching 7-seater EV next year. But without proper charging infrastructure, will it succeed for long family trips?

Hello team, I need some help deciding between an ICE car and an EV. My family has five members, and our usage will mainly involve city driving, although our daily running isn't very high. We also take occasional Mumbai-Goa-Mumbai trips. My priorities are comfort, practicality, safety and low overall ownership costs. I was initially deciding between the Maruti Suzuki Brezza and Mahindra XUV 3XO, with the Brezza being the more commonly recommended option. However, when I started comparing on-road prices, I realised that the Tata Punch EV and Nexon EV also fall within consideration. Even the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara could be an option, depending on the variant. This has made me question whether buying an ICE car still makes sense for my usage. The Tata Nexon EV 45 looks particularly attractive because of its battery warranty and additional features, such as ADAS. The lower running costs of an EV are another major advantage. My main concern is its practicality on long trips. I occasionally travel between Mumbai and Goa with my family and luggage, so I don't want range limitations and charging stops to become a headache. For this kind of usage, what would you recommend: the Brezza or XUV 3XO, or the Punch EV, Nexon EV or eVitara? I am not looking for the fanciest car. I mainly want something comfortable for five people, safe, reliable, economical to own and practical enough for occasional Mumbai-Goa trips.

I am planning to buy a new car. My daily commute is around 40 km in Hyderabad city, and I drive approximately 500 km (one way) on the highway once a month. My budget is around Rs. 25 lakh. I am looking for a reliable petrol/electric car with good mileage and low maintenance cost. I am also confused whether I should consider an electric car or not. Please suggest the best options for my usage.