The Mahindra XEV9S with the 59kWh pack is best for both city and highways. It's a soundless, hassle-free drive as it's automatic. You save a lot on petrol and diesel, especially in traffic jams. I'm getting a mileage of around 400 kms range, keeping 10% in reserve for emergencies.

Soumyak•19 Mar 2026

4/5

we own both altroz and punch at home and altroz interior and quality of materials is way better. cabin noise and driving experience is far better in altroz too. for cool calm premium feel altroz is the one. city mileage around 10kmpl in hyderabad, highways at 100kmph gives 17kmpl. CNG highway gives 28 to 30 kmpkg. needs to be driven sensibly in cities but like a maniac on highways

Nitin•26 Feb 2026

4/5

altroz is a proper car, not a mini suv or something in between. drives like a real car and that is what makes it special in this segment

Monica Khanna•16 Feb 2026

3/5

i previously owned altroz DCT and the mileage was the main issue with it. apart from that decent car but fuel efficiency left a lot to be desired

Vignesh V•11 Feb 2026

1/5

bought altroz turbo variant in april 2021. after 1 year service team said engine has issues and needs replacement. even after replacement within warranty it still gave problems. when given for service in 2024 tata personnel said our turbo variant is not being sold now and newer engine is being developed. service centres are polite but not knowledgeable. every time a new problem would come up after service. please keep reliability and service in mind before purchasing tata

Sid•14 Jan 2026

5/5

i suggest go with altroz diesel, its really fun to drive along with 25 plus mileage. within 2 years you easily recover the extra cost and it feels so amazing on high speeds. great car overall

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We like

Absorbent suspension delivers great ride comfort
Class-leading features
Upgraded interior ambience

We don't like

No turbo-petrol option
Road, wind and engine noise can get disturbing

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Questions you may find useful

Sandeep

•4d

I’m looking to buy a diesel manual sub-4m car. My monthly run is around 1,500 km, of which 60% is in the city and 40% on highways. My priorities are punchy performance with strong low-end and mid-range, along with good ride and handling, responsive steering feedback, and a comfortable suspension setup. Please help me choose a car.

Autocar India

•2d

Go for the Mahindra XUV 3XO diesel manual. It fits your brief best because the 1.5 diesel delivers strong pull from low speeds, making city driving easier without constant downshifts, and it has a solid mid range for quick highway overtakes, while also offering a comfortable ride and well weighted steering with selectable modes to suit your preference. The Tata Altroz diesel is a good alternative if you want something smaller and easier to park with similarly strong low and mid range, and it also has a capable chassis that makes it feel confident and enjoyable to drive, along with a sportier, lower seating position. The only drawback with the Altroz is that its diesel engine is not as strong or as refined as the Mahindra car and it is not as spacious, so overall the XUV 3XO remains the better fit for your needs.

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Viru

•3w

Hi Team, I am planning to buy the Tata Altroz facelift, but I am confused between the petrol and diesel variants. Are there any DPF issues in the diesel facelift variant, or is it fine to buy? My monthly usage will be in a 60:40 city-to-highway ratio.

Autocar India

•3w

You should opt for the diesel Tata Altroz if your usage stays as planned. With a 60:40 city to highway mix, the diesel makes good sense as it will give you better efficiency and stronger mid-range performance, which makes both city driving and highway overtakes easier. The Altroz diesel is known to feel punchy and well-suited for mixed usage, especially on highways.On your main concern regarding DPF, there is nothing specifically problematic about the Altroz diesel. The behaviour is the same as that of any BS6 diesel. DPF issues typically arise only when the car is driven mostly on very short, slow city runs, where the filter does not get enough heat to clean itself.In your case, since 40% of your driving is on the highway, the car will naturally get the conditions needed to regenerate the DPF, so it should not be a concern. You just need to follow a few basic practices: avoid repeated very short trips from cold, and occasionally give the car a steady run at moderate speeds so the system can clean itself.If your usage were mostly short city drives, petrol would have been the safer choice. But with your current pattern, diesel is perfectly fine and will also be more economical in the long run.

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Dattaprasad Sawool

•3w

I want to buy a car for daily use of around 70 km. Please suggest a good and safe car within a budget of about ₹11 lakh (not more than this).

Autocar India

•1w

Go for the Tata Altroz petrol manual. Within your budget and daily 70 km, it is the safest and most sensible pick. The Altroz has a 5-star crash test rating and a strong body, so it meets your “safe car” needs better than most in this price range. It feels steady at 70-90kph, the ride is comfortable on bad roads, and the seats support you well, which matters when you are in the car for a long time every day. It is also easy to drive in the city, and Tata’s service network is wide, so upkeep is simple in most towns.One thing to be aware of is that the petrol engine is fine for daily use, but it does not feel very quick if you push hard.If your city has a good CNG supply and you want lower running costs, look at the Tata Punch iCNG Adventure. It is also a very safe choice, offering a higher seating position that makes traffic and speed breakers easy, but it is not as relaxed as the Altroz on longer highway runs.

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Viru

•3w

I am planning to buy my first car and have decided on the Tata Altroz facelift, but I am confused between the petrol and diesel variants. Could you please suggest which one would be a better choice? Additionally, I would like to understand the concerns related to DPF issues in the diesel variant and how they might affect ownership.

Autocar India

•2w

Go for the Tata Altroz petrol as a first car and mostly city use, it is the simpler and lower‑stress choice than the diesel.The petrol is smoother in stop‑go traffic, easier to drive, and cheaper to buy and keep. There is no DPF to worry about, so short daily trips are fine. Noise and vibration are also lower, which new drivers appreciate. If your running is mixed with some weekend highways, the petrol still feels relaxed and is easy to live with.One thing to be aware of: the regular petrol is not very quick with a full load and the AC on. Also, if you want an automatic, the Altroz DCA petrol is very smooth, but it costs more than the manual and feels sluggish too. If you truly do long highway runs every week and pile on high monthly kilometres, the Altroz diesel can make sense. It pulls better on open roads and uses less fuel there. For your brief, the Altroz petrol fits best and will be the easiest first car to own.

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Vasu

•5w

Hey Autocar, you had earlier replied to my query about the Altroz vs Punch for my 55km commute, which is 90% on highways, along with occasional 300-400km family trips. Now, my brother is suggesting that I buy an automatic car instead of a manual. In that case, should I consider the Altroz AMT or go for the Altroz DCA instead? Alternatively, at the same ex-showroom price as the Altroz DCA Creative S, would it be better to opt for the Kylaq Classic Plus torque converter? I assume it will have lower mileage than the Altroz due to the turbo engine. My main doubt is whether I should go for the more affordable and safer Altroz AMT or choose the Kylaq TC.

Autocar India

•4w

Go for the Skoda Kylaq with the 1.0 TSI engine and 6‑speed torque converter (AT) for your 55 km, 90% highway routine and 300-400 km family runs. It is stronger for overtaking, steadier at speed, and stress‑free to own.Your use is mostly highways, so the Kylaq’s turbo pull and 6‑speed TC make quick 60-100 kph moves easier than the Altroz 1.2 with DCA, which is quite sluggish, especially with 4 people and luggage. Safety is top tier, too; both are 5‑star rated.Also, a torque converter (TC) is simpler and proven for our heat and traffic. You won’t worry about creep or thermal warnings on long days. The Altroz AMT really doesn’t match the drive feel you would expect, with a lot of ‘head nod’ or pauses between gear shifts, which can be taxing on the highway. So your real choice is DCA vs TC. On your highway‑heavy use, TC fits better.The one thing you give up is fuel efficiency. The Kylaq AT will typically return about 1-2 kpl less than the Altroz DCA on the same highway route.

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