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We currently own a Mahindra XUV 300, which we bought in May 2019, and earlier had a Maruti Swift for 10 years. Our family size is increasing, so we want to upgrade to a more superior car, preferably a 6- or 7-seater. We live in a small town and use the car locally and for 3-4 trips per month to nearby cities, mostly within a 300 km range. We want a car with good boot space, low maintenance, luxurious interiors, and strong social prestige/optics. We are a business family with a budget within ₹40 lakh. Please suggest.
The Toyota Innova HyCross is the ideal pick for you. Its large size not only lends it great road presence but also gives a very spacious interior. There's genuinely usable space in the third row, and luggage space is decent with all rows up. Also, you can fold the third row to make more room, and second row comfort is very impressive.
Versions with captain's chairs in the middle row go the distance with powered seat adjust and adjustable legrests. We'd recommend you opt for the strong hybrid in ZX(O) trim that gets you good economy and all the features.
We are a family of 4 having a 2013 Maruti Suzuki Swift Dzire regal clocked 2L+ kms and now we want a new car with good performance, good features, reliable, easy to maintain, light on wallet, don't have to worry for 8-10 years. Roads are not that good, occasionally hits Highway, sometimes drives on village roads, monthly driving of approx 1500-2000km along with some days of going nowhere not even starting the engine, want comfortable ride, budget of 20-30 lakhs please suggest some good options
Since you need an extremely fuel-efficient automatic five-seater, we'd recommend you consider a Maruti Fronx/Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor 1.2 Petrol AMT. Besides, the engine has adequate performance for your highway drives, and will be smooth for city use.
Moreover, its high ground clearance will be handy on bad roads. These cars are likely to be quite reliable, so you can expect a trouble-free ownership experience.
I travel around 100km daily due to my sales job. I am looking for an EV or a hybrid to reduce running costs. My main requirement is a soft suspension, as I have a history of back problems and suffer from sacroiliitis. The car will be chauffeur-driven, so excellent rear-seat comfort is essential. My budget is under ₹35 lakh, and I plan to make the purchase within the next 1 to 2 months.
My family owns a 2022 Honda WR-V petrol and we are planning to upgrade our car. It will be mostly used in the city and mainly driven by my parents. I am confused between the VW Taigun 1.0 petrol, Honda Elevate, and Tata Curvv, and I am not so sure about the Kia Syros or the newer Victoris. My main concerns are safety, balanced features, and maintenance. Please advise which car I should choose.
Since you've already owned a Honda car, you might like what the Elevate has to offer. Its ride comfort is its highlight; the high seating will make it easy for your parents to get in and out, and its petrol engine delivers strong performance.
The Volkswagen Taigun is smaller in size, which makes it a bit easier to park and manoeuvre. However, it doesn't feel as user-friendly as the Honda, since the manual's clutch is a touch heavier, and the automatic isn't as seamless as the Elevate's either.
Since you're not keen on the Maruti Victoris or Kia Syros, you can also consider the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder.
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.
Which car should I buy with a budget of around ₹15 lakh if I want a petrol manual variant with a panoramic sunroof, good safety and mileage, and should I wait for the Kia Seltos 2026 or choose between the Toyota Hyryder and Grand Vitara, considering I can stretch my budget by only Rs. 50,000?
If ₹15 lakh is a strict budget and a sunroof is a must, we suggest you consider either the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder or the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara. With year-end offers currently available, you can negotiate and secure a good deal.
The new Kia Seltos is an attractive option as well, but at this price point, the variant you get may not include a sunroof, and the Seltos is not particularly known for fuel efficiency. That said, if you are keen on the updated Seltos, it may be worth waiting for the price announcement on 2nd January.
Which is the most comfortable 5 or 6 seater with the best ride quality and good reclining rear seats? Budget is not a limitation.
I currently own a 2016 Ford Figo diesel manual with around 62,000 km on the odometer. My annual usage is about 8,000-10,000 km, mostly in bumper-to-bumper Mumbai traffic, with occasional highway trips two to three times a year. Given the traffic conditions, I am considering switching to an automatic. However, after test-driving a few petrol cars, I felt they lacked the torque and handling I am accustomed to in the Figo. Should I retain my current car for a few more years or upgrade to a new one? If upgrading, please suggest an SUV that offers strong performance with decent mileage.
If you are happy with the Ford Figo and it is running fine, you could hold on to it, however it will get progressively difficult to maintain it. Thus, if you can change it might be a good idea to do so now.
Consider the Maruti Suzuki Fronx / Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor. The car will feel similar in its fun-to-drive character to your Figo, and you could opt for either the turbo or the naturally aspirated engine.
The 1.0 litre turbo will be more peppy and fun to drive but given that turbo's are very sensitive to driving style, you will likely see real world efficiency figures than quote. In this regard, the 1.2-litre naturally aspirated engine will be better, though at a lower performance level.
Test drive the two and see which you prefer.
I want to purchase a new car, and my budget is up to Rs 8 lakh. I am 70 years old. Please advise.
The Tata Punch, due to its high seats and wide-opening doors, will make getting in and out very easy. Also, being an SUV, visibility is also better from the Punch's driving seat. So if you'd like to opt for an SUV body style, the Punch is a good option.
I am looking to buy an SUV with a budget of up to Rs 22 to 23 lakh. My must-haves are a minimum 3-star safety rating, excellent suspension, at least 13 kmpl fuel efficiency with a 60% city and 40% highway usage pattern, the ability to pre-cool or pre-heat the car before entering it, and a fuss-free ownership experience.
Last Updated on: 1 Dec 2025