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I am a retired person. I may travel around 200 km per month and also take 2-3 long trips of 500-800 km per year. Should I choose the Tata Punch Automatic or the Tata Punch EV Automatic?
The Tata Punch EV is a pleasure to drive and an excellent city car, but unfortunately, it doesn’t have the range to do 500km without a charge. Stopping to charge on the highway is not advisable, as the charging infrastructure isn’t very reliable.
If this is going to be your only car, it's best to go for the Tata Punch 1.2 petrol automatic. It’s nowhere near as smooth or peppy to drive as the Punch EV, but you get the same rugged build and comfortable ride.
My monthly running is about 200 km in the city, and once or twice a year I take a long trip. I am looking for a petrol car, but I live in Hyderabad where we experience water clogging during the rainy season, so I am not confident with a car that has only 170 mm of ground clearance. Can you please advise? My budget is ₹12 lakh.
Given your concern for good ground clearance and budget, the Tata Nexon petrol is the best fit. It has a ground clearance of 209mm, among the highest in the compact SUV segment and some amount of underbody protection and a tough suspension. It makes it suitable for waterlogging and bad roads in the monsoons.
The Nexon 1.2 turbo petrol is well-suited for your 200 km per month city use, occasional long trips and concern about waterlogging. Several petrol variants fall within the 12-lakh on-road budget you have, and there are discounts available too.
I am planning to upgrade from a Polo. Should I go for the Citroen Basalt X or the Tata Sierra? My priorities are good build quality, driving dynamics, looks, and decent features.
I currently own a Tata Nexon XZ+ petrol manual. My daily run is about 20km. Additionally, I travel around 350km fortnightly to my parents' place. After the introduction of E20 fuel, mileage has dropped from 13-14 kmpl to 10-11 kmpl. I am planning to upgrade to a hybrid. Based on my running, could you suggest the best options below 20 lakh?
I’m looking to own a car that is reliable, has good resale value, and low maintenance cost. It should have high torque and be punchy, with good handling and a rugged body. My budget is up to ₹20 lakh. Please suggest.
These two cars are very different, so it depends on your preference. The Citroen Basalt X is a natural upgrade from your Polo, offering fantastic ride and handling, a strong 1.2 turbo-petrol engine, and a pleasure to drive. However, compared to the Tata Sierra, the Basalt feels a couple of segments down.
It is nowhere near as well-equipped, and in fact, the Sierra’s most significant selling point is all the tech on offer, which includes three digital screens for the infotainment system, a top-notch audio system, ADAS features and a lot more. Also, the Sierra is more spacious and solidly built. Being an SUV, the Sierra is not as agile as the Basalt, but it's still a pleasure to drive and hence overall fits your needs better.
I have been using a Verna Diesel 1.6-litre for the past 8 years, and it has served me well in terms of fuel efficiency. My average monthly running is around 2,500km. Due to the diesel ban in Delhi NCR and the need for a more comfortable car, I am now looking to switch to an EV (XEV 9S or the Harrier EV). I am not very particular about having too many features. I have been waiting for bookings to open for the XEV 9S, but with the launch of the new Seltos, should I consider that as well?
My daily commute to the office is around 15 km, and my monthly average driving is about 500 km. I live in Thiruvananthapuram and currently own an 11-year-old Hyundai Grand i10 and an MG Comet, which my wife mostly uses for her office commute. I am confused between the Tata Sierra Accomplished Plus Turbo Petrol and Diesel. The turbo petrol is priced at ₹26.8 lakh, while the diesel is ₹27.3 lakh. Considering better mileage and ethanol blending, is it better to buy the diesel since the price difference is around ₹50,000?
Your daily driving of 15km a day does not justify opting for the Tata Sierra diesel, which isn’t as smooth or refined as the turbo petrol.
The Sierra 1.5 petrol is much nicer to drive, and though it won’t be as fuel efficient as the diesel, your minimal running won’t burn a hole in your pocket. The extra fuel cost will be compensated for by the Rs. 50,000 saving too.
All new cars are engineered to run on E20 fuel, so you won’t have a problem with the additional content either. So between the Sierra Petrol and diesel, it's the petrol we would opt for.
I am currently using a 2017 Creta 1.6 diesel manual, and I love its pickup and overall driving feel. I have clocked 85,000 km so far, and my driving is mixed city and highway. I am now planning to buy a new automatic car. My requirements are good driving dynamics, a comfortable interior, and generous boot space because my kids are over 6 ft tall. I prefer diesel because I enjoy diesel performance on the highway, and cruise control is a must. Please advise. Thank you.
First things first, you should know that some of the punch that you like about your Hyundai Creta's diesel engines is missing on modern day diesel engines. Engine calibration to meet the latest BS6 emission norms has, sadly, taken away that mid-range kick older turbo-diesels were known for. However, there are still some great diesel-automatic options available today.
Among compact SUVs, the new Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 3XO are worth a look. In the mid-sized SUV space, the new Tata Sierra, new Kia Seltos and Hyundai Creta make for good, if unexciting, long-distance diesel SUVs.
If your budget allows, you should consider the upcoming Mahindra XUV 7XO in diesel-automatic form. The engine-gearbox will be carried over from the current XUV 700.
The 2.2-litre diesel engine is a smooth and strong unit and is really well complemented by the 6-speed automatic transmission. It is our pick of the diesel-automatic options.
Hi Autocar Team, I learned to drive in my 2011 Santro and have been driving it for almost a year. I now want to buy a new car with a budget of approximately ₹9 lakh. Safety is my top priority. My usage is low at around 200 km in the city, and I also plan to take monthly highway trips. I am confused between the Tata Punch Adventure Plus and the Maruti Fronxx Delta Plus. Please suggest which one I should consider with reasons, and whether I should prefer an automatic.
Of the two options you have shortlisted, it's the Maruti Suzuki Fronx that we'd recommend. It's got the peppier engine, which will make a big difference on your highway journeys.
Given your limited usage in the city, an automatic isn't essential. Again, were you to opt for the automatic options, it's the Fronx's AMT that's superior to the one you get on the Tata Punch AMT.
I am looking for a petrol 7-seater and am considering the Tata Safari and the Skoda Kodiaq. My objective is to buy the best value-for-money car. My overall driving will be mostly on highways and nearby areas of Delhi NCT, with city driving only for short distances on weekends, contributing about 25-30% of total driving. So far, my average annual driving has been limited to around 8,000 km.
Yes, the Tata Safari petrol is a good option to consider. The 170hp petrol engine is smooth and punchy, making it a lovely car to drive.
However, if you have the budget to opt for the Skoda Kodiaq, then, quite frankly, the Safari petrol, other than a much more spacious third row, can’t match the Kodiaq, which is in a different class altogether.
It is better engineered, has a quality feel and is superbly equipped. Also, for your driving, which is mainly on weekends and on highways, where there is less traffic, you can really enjoy the Kodiaq, which is a perfect car. The only compromise you will have to make is with the third row, which is best for kids.
Last Updated on: 29 Dec 2025