Tata cars in India (21)

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The Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5 Luxury petrol manual is the closest alternative to the Nexon Creative Plus PS petrol manual. It sits in the same price bracket, offers a similarly rich feature set and, crucially, has a stronger engine. The 3XO’s 131hp, 1.2 turbo petrol is more powerful and more responsive than the Nexon’s 1.2 turbo petrol, giving it a clear edge in both performance and drivability. The 3XO also benefits from a wider cabin, making it a more comfortable five-seater, and it comes with a strong safety package. The only significant drawback is the boot, which is one of the smallest in the segment. If boot space is a priority, the Skoda Kylaq 1.0 TSI manual is worth considering as well. It offers a more engaging driving experience and a larger boot, but it is not as feature-rich as the 3XO. Overall, the 3XO AX5 Luxury petrol manual is the best like-for-like alternative to the Nexon Creative Plus PS, with a clear advantage in engine performance.

Skoda Kylaq

Tata Nexon

Mahindra XUV 3XO

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Go for the Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5L automatic. With 70% of your 1,000 km monthly running on highways, the 3XO's wider cabin, more supportive seats and better high-speed stability make it the more comfortable long-distance car. The 131hp, 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine paired with the 6-speed torque converter automatic is smoother than the Nexon's DCA. Mahindra's service reach is strong and the 3XO has a solid reliability track record. Safety is well covered too, with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and a robust structure. The Nexon is a good car, but the dual-clutch automatic can feel hesitant at low speeds and the engine isn't as strong. If you want a GNCAP-tested alternative, the Skoda Kushaq is worth a look – it has a 5-star GNCAP rating, a strong turbo petrol engine and a well-sorted ride, but it will be more expensive than the Nexon and 3XO.

Skoda Kushaq

Tata Nexon

Mahindra XUV 3XO

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With a budget of Rs 12 lakh and a clear preference for a diesel automatic, you would have just two cars that you could look at: the Tata Nexon and the Kia Sonet. The Kia Sonet has the edge over the Tata when it comes to engine performance as well as the gearbox, which will be smoother in stop-and-go traffic, being a torque convertor unit. The Tata Nexon, on the other hand, is an AMT - automated manual, in which the shifts can be felt and at times feel jerky. Thus, if it's a lot of city driving that you will do, the Kia would offer a much more pleasurable experience. However, bear in mind that the rear space is quite cramped and not as much as the Nexon, which feels a bit better. Overall, though, we would lean towards the Kia.

Tata Nexon

Kia Sonet