If you care about driving more than anything else and a bit of polish, pick the Kodiaq. Comfort will be less than the Innova but more than the Fortuner.

Ajit•3 Jul 2026

5/5

I am driving the Kodiaq since Nov 2017. Enjoyed my long drives thoroughly. A soft but strong, most reliable family car. This is the best car under 70 lakh in India. My next change is again going to be the Kodiaq.

Keshava Raju•3 Jul 2026

4/5

I have been driving the Skoda Kodiaq TSI L&K since April 2024. No need to worry about DSG in bumper-to-bumper traffic, as I don't feel any jerk or rubber band effect. I met with a few other owners, and they say the same. Some owners prefer driving in manual mode within the city and switch to D or S on the highway.

Adi•1 Jul 2026

4/5

You will have a lot of fun with the Kodiaq. It has the best driving dynamics, plush interior, and peppy engine. It's quite spacious and practical. However, don't expect amazing mileage.

Sumit Mitra•29 Jun 2026

4/5

I have gone for the Kodiaq. It feels like a large sedan and I found the ride, interiors, and features better than my 2024 BMW X3.

Adarsh Paliwal•26 Jun 2026

4/5

The Skoda Kodiaq offers a more premium cabin, a far more comfortable ride, and feels more refined on highways. If your driving is mostly on-road with family, I would actually pick the Kodiaq.

Gaurav Agarwal•20 Jun 2026

4/5

The Skoda Kodiaq AT uses a torque converter, feels really solid and well finished inside. It suits light city running nicely, offering a premium long-term feel.

Nitin•20 Jun 2026

4/5

If you love driving, don't go for AMT gearbox. Try for kylaq auto drive. You will thank me later.

Satish Kaushal•16 Jun 2026

3/5

Everything is good for the Kodiaq, but the average is not more than 7 kmpl in the city.

DasAutoFanatic•8 Jun 2026

4/5

I own a Skoda Kylaq 1.0 Prestige Plus AT. The SUV is more suited for elders with easy ingress/egress. The DSG transmission offers a better driving experience.

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We like

Third row lends seating flexibility
Strong engine delivers peppy performance
Interior quality is at par with luxury cars

We don't like

ADAS missing in otherwise well-specced package
No diesel or hybrid engine options (for now)
Expensive by premium SUV segment standards

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Questions you may find useful

•1d

I want to buy an SUV; my usage is 70:30, mostly within cities like Bangalore, and a few times off-road. I’m ok to stretch the budget up to 60 lakhs around I’m confused between Kodiaq, Hycross, Fortuner, BMW X1, or wait for the new Fortuner if it is released by this year's end. Can anyone give me suggestions?

•1d

Pick the Skoda Kodiaq. Your usage is mostly in Bengaluru city, and the Kodiaq is the best all-rounder of this lot. It's spacious, comfortable, refined and well equipped, but also comes with AWD and enough ground clearance to handle bad roads and the odd trail without fuss. It rides and handles far better than ladder-frame SUVs like the Fortuner, feels properly premium inside, and is far less tiring in traffic.The Fortuner is unstoppable off-road, but in the city, it is big, bouncy and heavy to drive, and you will pay more for less comfort. The next-gen Fortuner is unlikely to go on sale this year. The BMW X1 is great for city use, but it is not very powerful, and FWD, which isn't great for off-road use; also, the space is tighter than the others. The Innova Hycross hybrid is the most spacious and practical, with the best mileage of the lot, but it lacks that SUV road presence and status.Overall, the Kodiaq is the best choice, but bear in mind petrol costs in heavy traffic will be higher than the HyCross, and the third row is best for kids only.

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•5d

Hi, my current vehicle is a Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, which we bought in 2019, and now we are planning to buy a new car. The budget is around Rs. 50 lakh, and our priorities are comfort, regular city use, highway and road trips, reliability, low maintenance and good mileage. We are open to both 5-seater and 7-seater options. The cars we have shortlisted are the Toyota Camry and Skoda Kodiaq, but please let us know if there are better options or whether we should continue with one of these.

•1d

Both your shortlisted cars are excellent options, but given your requirements, the Toyota Camry is the better bet. The main consideration is mileage, and there is nothing quite like a hybrid to maximise that. Toyota has been a pioneer of strong hybrid tech for decades, and the latest Camry showcases the best of that know-how, with a smooth and efficient drive that uses the e-motor regularly to save on fuel. With a total system output of 230hp, it has more than enough grunt for highway use as well.What's more, Toyota's reliability and low-maintenance reputation precede it, and you should be able to use the Camry for years without issue. Only possible downsides are that its ground clearance isn't as much as that of an SUV, and it isn't particularly exciting from behind the wheel, since you drive yourself.The Skoda Kodiaq is a good option too, especially on the driving front, with its punchy 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine and solid-feeling chassis. It's also got more space as well as better ground clearance, which should come in handy on road trips. However, on most other fronts, it can't hold a candle to the Camry, and that's especially true of mileage, which will be in single digits for the most part.

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•1w

Hi, I have a budget of Rs. 40 lakh and am confused between the Skoda Kodiaq Lounge, the Toyota Innova Hycross ZX(O), and the Toyota Fortuner Petrol. I am 28 years old and want a car that is fun to drive but also comfortable for my family. My driving will be split 80:20 between on-road and off-road use.

•4d

Pick the Innova HyCross ZX(O). For a hard Rs. 40 lakh cap it fits cleanly, it is the most comfortable and spacious for family, and it is far easier to live with daily. The smooth hybrid makes city drives effortless and quiet, and on broken roads, it just takes the abuse without rattling everyone. Your 20 percent off-road sounds like rough trails rather than rock crawling, and the HyCross will handle that sort of bad-road stuff better than you expect. But, the Innova isn't particularly fun to drive.If you really crave driver fun, the Kodiaq is the one that puts a smile on your face. The 2-litre turbo petrol and AWD make it genuinely enjoyable on highways and hills and the cabin feels richer. Two catches, though. It likely stretches past Rs. 40 lakh on-road in most cities, and its third row is tighter, and you have to be a bit careful off the beaten path.The Fortuner petrol is the most capable off-road, but for 80 per cent on-road use, it feels heavy and bouncy, the steering is not friendly in town, and it guzzles fuel.

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•1w

We have a budget of Rs. 60 lakh and require an SUV or sedan. We prioritise rear-seat comfort and a powerful engine. We do not want an electric vehicle and are not looking for entry-level luxury cars like the BMW X1 or Mercedes-Benz GLA. We are considering the Toyota Camry or waiting for the new Hyundai Santa Fe or Tucson. Our current vehicle is a Hyundai Tucson diesel 4x4, which we enjoyed for its soft suspension, rear-seat comfort, and 186bhp engine. We are looking for a new car, not a used one. Please help us out, Autocar. We live in Patna and recently bought a Hyundai Aura for our son to learn to drive. It does not seem to have a problem with the roads here, so we are considering buying a Camry or waiting. Is there any other car you would suggest?

•1w

Buy the Toyota Camry. Its rear seat is genuinely lounge-like with a power recline function, the ride is soft, and the cabin is quiet. The petrol strong hybrid powertrain is one of the best around, feels refined and effortless in the city, and has enough power on the highway. You get the smoothness and efficiency of an EV without the stress of having to charge it. And Toyota's low running costs and excellent service quality will give you peace of mind too.It does not feel particularly thrilling to drive, and it is a sedan, so speed breakers or steep ramps need more care than an SUV. If you do want an SUV stance and a punchier engine, the Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tayron are good upgrades from your Tucson. The 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine is eager, and it cruises beautifully, and the ride is exceptional too. It's just that, being a turbo petrol in a large SUV, these two are not very fuel efficient.Sadly, there are no plans for Hyundai to bring in a new Tucson or Santa Fe. Kia, however, is looking at bringing in the Sorento, the Santa Fe's counterpart from its portfolio, later this year or early next year, possibly with hybrid power. If you aren't in a hurry, that might be worth waiting for.

Hi, I currently drive a Hyundai Elite i20, but I have found it quite tiring on long journeys. On trips exceeding 300 km in a day, I often experience body aches and severe fatigue. I am now looking to buy a new car with a budget of up to Rs. 50 lakh. My goal is to travel extensively and cover the entire country within a year, so long-distance comfort is my top priority. Could you please suggest the most comfortable car for a family of four within this budget?

•2w

For your requirements, the Toyota Innova HyCross Hybrid ZX(O) would be the recommendation. If the goal is to comfortably cover thousands of kilometres across the country with a family of four, few cars can match the HyCross. The hybrid powertrain is smooth, quiet and extremely fuel efficient on long journeys, while the ride quality is excellent. The standout feature for your use case is the ottoman second-row seats, which allow rear passengers to travel in near business-class comfort. It is also spacious, easy to drive and backed by Toyota's vast service network, which is a major advantage when travelling across India.The Skoda Kodiaq would be the alternative if you enjoy driving and want a more premium, European feel. It offers excellent ride comfort, strong performance and a beautifully finished cabin. However, it cannot match the HyCross for second-row comfort, fuel efficiency or nationwide service support.

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