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Hello, I work abroad & want to buy a new car for my family of 5. Initially, it will be used by my daughter for city driving with limited weekly usage. I am looking for a car that is easy to drive in traffic, safe, fuel-efficient, and suitable for long trips when I visit during the holidays. It should be easy for women to drive in the city, yet strong and stable on highways and ghats. My budget is around ₹20 to 25 lakh. When I was last in Chennai, I almost bought the Thar Roxx AX7L. I plan to make the purchase in June 2026.
I am confused between the Tata Sierra Accomplished Petrol AT and the Tata Harrier EV Fearless+ 65; can you analyze which will be more practical to buy in terms of buying cost as well as running cost, given that my use is mostly within Bangalore city and I travel out of town only once or twice a year?
If you’re choosing between the two, the Tata Sierra comes across as the better overall package.
It’s built at Tata’s newest facility, and that shows - the quality, fit, and finish are a big step up from anything the brand has done before. The cabin feels nicely put together, and the petrol motor is smooth yet punchy. Moreover, the car strikes an outstanding balance between ride comfort and handling.
The Tata Harrier, on the other hand, is larger and offers a bit more space inside. But the Sierra still has more than enough room for daily city runs. Also, it’s a little smaller, and it’s actually easier to manage on Bengaluru’s packed roads and tight parking spots.
I currently drive a Ford EcoSport diesel and have really enjoyed its driving feel, noise levels, sturdy body, and service experience. I am looking to buy a new car within a ₹20 lakh budget in Hyderabad. I have two kids and elderly parents, and we are tall, too. I intend to use the vehicle regularly in city traffic and for long distances. Please suggest a car that can give me a similar experience to the EcoSport since Ford isn’t selling vehicles in India anymore.
The Tata Sierra seems like a logical upgrade. It is built tough, its suspension can take on a beating yet it does well in terms of ride comfort, and the new turbo-petrol engine is smooth, refined and delivers diesel-like performance.
Being a tall vehicle, space is also good, especially for you and your tall family members. Tata's service experience can be a hit or miss, but the Sierra is seriously worth considering. You may also shortlist the new Kia Seltos, which is also a very promising option.
I am a happy subscriber of Autocar since so long! Please guide me - I am an average driver, a non-technical person, and have never driven an SUV. I desperately desire to go for a new Tata Sierra Pure+. Will it be a worth choice for me in all aspects? Thanks.
We're glad to know that you've been a happy subscriber of Autocar India.
Yes, the Tata Sierra is an excellent choice and will feel like a huge upgrade over your existing car. Besides being spacious and comfortable, it feels well-built and drives with confidence. The Pure+ variant that you're considering is very well-equipped, and certainly good value for money. Go for it.
I am planning to buy a new car. Currently owning a 2022 Creta. I am confused between the Tata Sierra Turbo petrol accomplished + and the Mahindra XUV 700 AX7 model, as the prices are quite similar for both these models. Not sure which one will make better sense, and also the one that will be easier to manage for a long period of ownership
I am planning to buy a new car and am confused between the XEV 9S, Harrier EV, and Fortuner 4x2 Diesel Automatic. My usage is mostly within the city, with occasional weekend drives of up to 100 km. I live in an area with a lot of incline terrain and bad roads, and my monthly driving is around 500 km. I also have my own parking space where I can install a charger. Considering my driving pattern and road conditions, should I opt for an EV or choose a petrol or diesel vehicle, and which car would be the best choice for my needs?
For city use, the Toyota Fortuner is not ideal. Since you have private parking that accommodates a charger, this is a perfect time to switch to an EV. The Mahindra XEV 9E is more appealing than the Harrier EV, but the Mahindra XEV 9S is the one to focus on because it is more practical and also costs less.
It offers enough range for your 100 km weekend runs, has sufficient power and torque to tackle steep inclines, and has adequate ground clearance for rough roads. The Fortuner will handle rough roads better, but given that it is much more than the 9S. It is hard to justify the extra spend for occasional rough-road use.
I am planning to buy an automatic car and am confused between the Nexon DCA and Venue DCT; my preference is reliability with good safety, and since I have heard that the Nexon has reliability issues, is the Venue DCT more reliable and which car should I choose?
Indeed, the Tata Nexon doesn’t have the best reputation for reliability. However, the quality and service have improved recently, especially for Nexons made at the Sanand plant, which formerly belonged to Ford.
But it's not just reliability, but the fact that the Hyundai Venue DCT is a quicker shifting and smoother transmission than the Tata DCA or dual clutch automatic.
Besides the Venue, which has recently been updated, feels a lot more premium and plush, and is definitely the better option.
I have been using a Grand i10 Nios for the past five years. I am 6 feet tall and have a family of five, including three children under the age of five. My monthly running is around 1,000km, with about 20% highway usage. I have almost finalised either the Tata Harrier Pure X Dark AT Edition, the Hyundai Creta S(O) diesel automatic, or the Creta N Line N10, which is about ₹50,000 more expensive. All three are priced similarly. I like strong performance, but comfort is not negotiable. Please suggest the best option with justification that can turn my decision.
I am looking to buy a comfortable 5-seater SUV for driving in Mumbai and its outskirts, and I am confused whether to go for the Honda Elevate CVT or book the Tata Sierra DCA; could you please help me decide?
Both cars you selected have 1.5 naturally aspirated (NA) engines, and the Honda car engine mated to a CVT is clearly the better option for several reasons.
Firstly, Honda makes the best small-capacity naturally aspirated engines, and for Mumbai traffic, the CVT is a much smoother automatic than the twin-clutch DCA in the Tata.
Also, the Tata engine, which develops a mere 106hp, is nowhere near as powerful as the Honda engine (121hp). Hence, Honda Elevate is better than the Tata Sierra DCA, which comes with this 1.5 NA engine.
I currently own a loan-free 2019 Hyundai Grand i10 Nios Magna (MT). My daily running is around 100 km, with approximately 70% highway and 30% city traffic (not bumper-to-bumper). The car is giving a mileage of about 16 km/l, which I find low for my usage. I am also not satisfied with the suspension quality and road noise inside the cabin. My key requirements are excellent mileage, better safety, good boot space, and strong rear-seat comfort with a comfortable suspension. I am open to diesel/CNG.
Last Updated on: 15 Dec 2025