<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><urlset xmlns="http://www.sitemaps.org/schemas/sitemap/0.9" xmlns:news="http://www.google.com/schemas/sitemap-news/0.9" xmlns:image="http://www.google.com/schemas/sitemap-image/1.1"><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/nexon-vs-kylaq-vs-brezza-vs-kushaq-for-family-under-13-lakh-501874</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T20:00:06+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I currently own a 2015 Swift Dzire diesel and want to replace it with a car that is powerful, reliable, comfortable for long trips, fuel-efficient, easy on the pocket, safe, and practical for a family of two adults and two kids. My budget is Rs. 12-13 lakh. I am considering the Tata Nexon, Skoda Kylaq, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, and Kushaq Classic variant. Please suggest which car and variant I should choose. My annual running is around 10,000-12,000 km.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Skoda/kushaq/Skoda-Kushaq-front-quarter.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/hyundai-creta-new-generation-2027-hybrid-501622</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T19:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Is the Creta going to get a facelift or a new-generation update? If so, will the new Creta be available with a strong-hybrid powertrain or a regular petrol engine? Will the new Creta be similar to the new Seltos in terms of design and features?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/creta/500_4043.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/industry/gadkari-proposes-deducting-points-on-driving-license-for-improper-behaviour-440654</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T18:41:18+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Gadkari proposes graded license points system for improper behaviour</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260903_123424_9dc62b68.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/industry/bs7-draft-likely-in-couple-of-months-morth-440651</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T18:33:31+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>BS7 draft likely in couple of months: MoRTH</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260903_125723_eca7f0b5.png</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/industry/bharat-ncap-20-to-come-into-effect-from-october-2027-gadkari-440653</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T18:21:24+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Bharat NCAP 2.0 to come into effect from October 2027: Gadkari</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260903_123600_0dcae91b.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/car-for-120-km-daily-running-with-lumbar-support-501905</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T18:00:03+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have a high daily usage of around 120 km and am looking for a car with good seating ergonomics, proper lumbar support, and good fuel efficiency. My budget is around Rs. 30 lakh, but I can stretch it to a maximum of Rs. 40 lakh. Please suggest some suitable options.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Toyota/innova-hycross/500_7193.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/kinetic-watts-volts-eyes-seven-overseas-markets-440652</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T17:24:39+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kinetic Watts &amp; Volts eyes seven overseas markets</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/kinetic/dx/DSC_6179.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/virtus-1-0-tsi-vs-1-5-tsi-driving-pleasure-for-50-50-city-highway-501912</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T17:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hey team, 

I wanted to ask about the difference between a 1.5 TSI and a 1-litre TSI for a Volkswagen Virtus in terms of driving pleasure. I have already watched too many videos about it and am pretty confused about which way to go when the facelift eventually arrives. 

My commute would be a 50/50 split within the city and on the highway. Would be grateful for an enthusiast&apos;s take on this.

Regards
Sabyasachi Mahapatra.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/volkswagen/Virtus/500_8350.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/hyundai-compact-ev-to-debut-by-end-of-2026-440650</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T16:36:28+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hyundai compact EV to debut by end of 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260903_110415_b13137a9.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/3-reasons-to-buy-the-maruti-celerio-and-3-reasons-to-avoid-it-441002</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T16:31:32+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>3 reasons to buy the Maruti Celerio and 3 reasons to avoid it</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260903_103231_fb39d9f0.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/motor-sports-news/tamil-nadu-cm-vijay-announces-plans-for-new-motor-sports-city-440648</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T16:02:42+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces plans for new Motor Sports City </news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260903_102521_f26ee2c8.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/mercedes-gle-450-facelift-2027-buy-or-wait-501929</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T16:00:08+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>One of my friends has finalised the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 petrol automatic, but he is curious to know whether a facelift is expected next year. He is considering holding off on the purchase if a facelift is coming. Is it worth waiting, or should he go ahead and buy the current model? Please advise.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/mmv_images/colors/20250808042929_Mercedes-Benz_GLE_Selenite_Grey[1].jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/brezza-zxi-turbo-vs-fronx-delta-plus-501923</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T15:30:11+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;m confused between the Brezza ZXi Turbo and the Fronx Delta Plus. My daily drive is 40 km.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/2026_Maruti_Brezza_Cornering.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/kawasaki-z650-s-z900-and-z900-se-get-new-colours-for-2027-440647</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T15:26:38+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kawasaki Z650 S, Z900 and Z900 SE get new colours for 2027</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260903_093817_0d82ff23.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/industry/august-ev-sales-vinfast-takes-fourth-spot-from-maruti-suzuki-440641</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T15:14:35+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>August EV sales: Vinfast takes fourth spot from Maruti Suzuki</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260903_092325_bb0654c6.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/car-with-good-safety-fuel-efficiency-for-80km-daily-commute-under-15-lakh-501914</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T15:00:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Which car is the best for 80km daily commute under 15 lakhs that has good safety rating and fuel efficiency? 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I live in a big city and am looking to replace the S-Cross petrol AT.  I am open to automatic variant for a petrol or diesel engine. 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My usage is 35km of daily office commute in Delhi-NCR traffic. Please advice which option is best fit amongst Hyundai Venue HX 6T,  SONET HTK+O and XUV 3XO.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/Venue/DSC_8645.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-petrol-car-to-buy-amidst-near-future-government-policies-on-ethanol-blended-fuel-501919</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T11:30:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>We are planning to buy a petrol car but are unable to make a concrete decision due to the ongoing ethanol blending crisis. I belong to a middle class family and I wish to own the car for long term but there is an uncertaininty due to the government policies regarding Indian oil market in the near future. There is no in-built garage in our house and no CNG refilling pump is available in our locality at the moment. Therefore, petrol car is the only option left. What can be the fate of the E20 compliant petrol engines in a situation when fuels with more than 20% ethanol blending will be the norm. According to that, suggest me which car should I buy and when should I buy it?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Toyota/urban-cruiser-hyryder/_DSC7359.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/updated-hero-mavrick-440-spotted-with-usd-fork-and-a-tft-cluster-440642</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T11:14:08+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Updated Hero Mavrick 440 spotted with USD fork and a TFT cluster</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260903_053007_59c89e34.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/sub-4m-car-with-level-2-adas-under-18-lakh-501918</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T11:01:39+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hey Experts,  I&apos;m planning to buy a car under 18 lakh. I will be using the car on weekends only, with 1-2 highway runs per month. Due to the highway runs, I want level 2 ADAS. Considering the purchase is in Karnataka, where the RTO is absurdly high, only sub-4m cars are fitting my requirements. I have taken the test drive of XUV 3XO and Venue. Which car and variant do you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-3xo/500_8294.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/is-the-new-hyundai-creta-worth-waiting-for-or-should-i-buy-the-current-seltos-501910</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T10:35:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Is the Creta going to get a facelift? Will it be similar to the new Seltos? Will it come with a hybrid powertrain? Is it worth waiting for the new Creta, or should I buy the current Seltos?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/Kia_Seltos_Cornering.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-premium-suv-should-i-buy-for-good-back-support-and-high-fuel-efficiency-501906</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T10:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am currently driving a 2022 Jeep Compass manual petrol and have been using it for four years. I am experiencing side hip and lower-back pain due to the manual clutch, especially with city and highway driving. In the future, I will be driving around 120km per day for work. Please suggest a premium SUV with good back support and high fuel efficiency.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/sorento/Kia%20Sorento.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-choose-the-brezza-turbo-or-fronx-for-family-and-city-driving-501908</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T09:35:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hey experts, I am looking for a fun-to-drive car that is also comfortable for a family of five. My budget is around Rs 11 lakh on-road. I am currently considering the new Brezza Turbo and the Fronx. Around 70% of my driving is in the city and 305 on the highway. Which one should I go for? Are there any other cars that would fit my requirements?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/2026_Maruti_Brezza_Front_Quarter_Tracking.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-suv-should-i-buy-for-long-term-ownership-under-rs-20-lakh-501903</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T09:05:03+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi all, I need some suggestions. I am looking for my first car and am a new driver. I will mainly use it for weekend trips, along with one or two long road trips across India each year. I am looking for a 5-seater SUV with very good suspension, with a maximum budget of Rs 20 lakh. Low running and maintenance costs are important, as I plan to keep the car for 10-15 years. Should I go for a naturally aspirated or turbo-petrol/diesel engine? I am currently considering the Tata Sierra Adventure+ diesel automatic. Should I wait for the Creta 2027? Also, should I consider a hybrid, plug-in hybrid, diesel or petrol? I have heard about high maintenance costs, electronic glitches, rusting and paint issues with Tata cars, although their build quality is said to be very good. What would be the best option for my requirements?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/sierra/500_6533.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/is-the-citroen-c3-a-good-choice-for-high-monthly-running-501881</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T08:35:10+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hello everyone, I am on a shoestring budget. We are a small family of three and live in Delhi/NCR. I need to replace my perfectly smooth-running Fiat Linea 1.3 MJD because of the old-car rule. I expect to drive around 3,000km a month. I am considering the Citroen C3 because its small size seems well-suited to packed city traffic. Would it be the right choice, and should I go for the NA or turbo engine? This will be my third car after a Palio and a Linea. Any fresh perspective would be welcome.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/citroen/c3/DSC_8905.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-small-suv-should-i-buy-for-good-ground-clearance-and-mileage-501891</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T08:00:41+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I currently own a Baleno Sigma and want to upgrade to a small SUV with good ground clearance and mileage. I am open to both petrol and diesel. I don&apos;t drive every day as I usually use a two-wheeler for my daily commute, but I occasionally go on long drives of 100km or more in hilly areas. I am also not very tech-savvy. Which SUV would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/2026_Maruti_Brezza_Front_Quarter_Tracking.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/my2025-volkswagen-taigun-gets-up-to-rs-35-lakh-discount-in-september-2026-440639</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T08:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>MY2025 Volkswagen Taigun gets up to Rs 3.5 lakh discount in September 2026 </news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260902_124357_1be58aa7.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/evs-could-improve-dealer-customer-retention-says-hero-motocorp-cbo-440635</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-03T07:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>EVs could improve dealer customer retention, says Hero MotoCorp CBO</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Vida/VX2/VX2.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/skoda-slavia-1-5-tsi-vs-elevate-vx-manual-501890</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T21:00:03+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hello Experts,

I have come across the following option: a 2023 Skoda Slavia Ambition 1.5 TSI Manual (second owner) with only 10,500 km on the odometer. The car is mechanically bone stock and has been maintained exclusively at authorised Skoda service centres, with complete service records. It was last serviced in May 2024. 

It is covered by zero-depreciation insurance, an active AMC service package valid until 2027, and an extended warranty valid until 2029. The car also has a few tasteful aesthetic upgrades, including 17-inch Skoda Kushaq rims with Continental 205/50 R17 tyres, OEM top-spec Style projector headlights, a trunk lip spoiler, and black-wrapped front grille and trunk accents. The owner is selling it due to lack of usage.

I have test-driven the car twice, and it seems to be in great condition. The owner has already shared all the previous documents and service records with me and is open to having the car inspected at Skoda or anywhere else. The first owner&apos;s details have also been shared openly. Everything looks clean so far.

The asking price is Rs. 12 lakh.

As a driving enthusiast, I am massively tempted to buy it, but I would like an expert opinion. I also have another option: a Honda Elevate VX Manual, driven for 16,000 km, with a single owner, priced at Rs. 11.25 lakh.

Please help me decide. The Slavia is the only 1.5-litre manual I have come across at this price.

Many thanks in advance.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Skoda/Slavia/GT_07146.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-suv-under-30-lakh-for-150-km-daily-running-501886</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T20:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>My daily running is around 150 km, and I currently own a Grand Vitara Strong Hybrid, which gives me around 20 kmpl. I also don’t have a home charging facility, so buying an EV may not be viable for me. Considering these factors, could you please suggest an automatic SUV that is more frugal and easier on my pocket? My budget is around Rs. 25-30 lakh.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/grand-vitara/500_3328.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-diesel-or-ev-car-under-15-lakh-to-buy-501902</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T19:00:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I want to buy a new car with a budget of around Rs. 15 lakh. I am open to either diesel or EV options. My annual running is around 12,000 km, including 4-5 highway trips a year. I have a family of four adults. Which car and variant should I consider?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-3xo/500_8404.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/jsw-motors-jetour-t2-based-suv-spied-in-close-detail-440636</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T18:54:30+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>JSW Motors’s Jetour T2-based SUV spied in close detail</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260902_124408_5d0cece8.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/industry/indias-ev-charging-network-grows-but-usage-remains-low-report-440637</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T18:50:15+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>India’s EV charging network grows, but usage remains low: Report</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260902_121656_ad1241c0.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/ather-aims-for-a-larger-market-presence-with-the-konarc-440640</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T18:06:18+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ather eyes a larger market presence with the Konarc</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260902_122952_cfc8dbf8.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-car-under-8-5-lakh-for-family-501898</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T18:00:03+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have a family of four and am planning to buy an automatic car next year with a budget of around Rs. 8-8.5 lakh. I have shortlisted the Grand i10 Nios AMT, Baleno AMT, i20 Sportz IVT, and Punch Adventure AMT. My monthly running will be around 300-500 km, with about two long trips per year. I am looking for a reliable car, and mileage is not a major concern. Which car should I go for? Any other recommendations are also welcome.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/i20/_AAB7305.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/ather-plans-to-expand-to-2000-stores-by-2028-440638</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T17:57:43+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ather plans to expand to nearly 2,000 outlets by 2028</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260902_122212_f8539c4c.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/hyundai-creta-gets-benefits-of-up-to-rs-1-lakh-in-september-2026-440633</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T17:04:53+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hyundai Creta gets benefits of up to Rs 1 lakh in September 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260902_090141_32b04e86.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-suv-under-17-lakh-for-highway-and-family-use-501888</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T17:00:16+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi Experts,

I currently own a Tata Tiago petrol MT, which has covered around 34,500 km in the last 5.5 years. I am now planning to upgrade to an automatic SUV with a budget of under Rs. 17 lakh. Most of my trips are between Hyderabad and my hometown, around 450 km one way, and I occasionally travel with my family. Please suggest the best car for my requirements.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-3xo/500_8410.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/suv-under-40-lakh-for-city-and-occasional-highway-trips-501894</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T16:30:06+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Which is the best SUV under 40 lakhs for city driving, with occasional weekend drives on highways?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Skoda/Kodiaq/_AAB7810.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/simple-wave-launched-at-rs-110-lakh-440634</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T16:04:38+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Simple Wave launched from Rs 1.10 lakh</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260902_103000_840db413.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/mid-size-suv-for-mumbai-city-traffic-under-20-lakh-501899</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T16:00:24+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Currently driving a 4-year-old Baleno Alpha AT (2022 model). My monthly running is around 500-600 km in Mumbai, mostly in bumper-to-bumper traffic, and I have a small family. Roughly 90% of my driving is in the city, with occasional trips outside town. I am considering upgrading to a mid-size SUV in the Rs. 17-20 lakh range. 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India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T10:01:39+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ather Konarc S 161 review: The next big thing?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260901_101356_ee587129.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/volvo-ex90-pros-and-cons-explained-440998</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T08:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Volvo EX90 pros and cons explained</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260901_114653_cb4bf0de.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/ather-konarc-s-125-vs-rivals-price-and-specifications-compared-440999</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-02T07:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ather Konarc S 125 vs rivals: Price and specifications compared</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260901_132150_7d4196e3.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-car-under-15-lakh-with-360-camera-501762</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T22:00:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi all. I am looking to buy my first car with a budget of under Rs. 15 lakh on-road. My daily usage would be around 20–30 km for office commuting, along with occasional long trips to my hometown, around 3-4 times a year. I am looking for an automatic transmission only, i.e. TC/CVT/DCT, and do not want an AMT.

I am currently posted in a Tier 3 city, and my job is highly transferable, with postings every 3-4 years, mostly in Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities. I want a car that is reliable, easy to drive, and offers good safety and convenience features such as a 360-degree camera.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/maruti-suzuki_2026%20brezza.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/sub-4m-automatic-car-with-adas-and-mileage-501805</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T21:00:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, I am 70+ and currently own a Skoda Slavia 1.0 automatic, but it gives very low mileage in city driving. I now want to switch to a sub-4-metre automatic car with good mileage and ADAS features. I am open to both petrol and diesel options, as I also drive long distances. Please suggest some suitable options.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/Venue/DSC_8497.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/nexon-vs-brezza-vs-fronx-vs-3xo-for-highway-use-501772</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T20:00:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi Experts,

I’m Omkar, and I want to buy a new car. My usage will mainly involve occasional 1,000 km trips to my native place, along with some weekend picnics. Only around 5% of my annual driving will be in the city. My budget is Rs. 8-12 lakh, and my priorities are reliability, highway comfort, safety, and low service costs.

Please suggest which would be the better choice for me among the Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, and Mahindra XUV 3XO.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/2026_Maruti_Brezza_Cornering.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/industry/august-2026-car-sales-tata-widens-monthly-lead-over-mahindra-440627</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T19:00:43+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>August 2026 car sales: Tata widens lead over Mahindra</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_122338_018dd0d7.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/hyundai-eon-15-year-old-car-continue-or-upgrade-501826</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T19:00:05+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi team,

I have a Hyundai EON (Era Plus) model which I bought in March 2012. As I am nearing the 15-year mark, I wanted to know whether I should continue with it for another 5 years by paying the environmental tax or should I consider upgrading to a new car. 
My total running is not very high, around 25k kms and it generally gets driven only during the weekends, as my office commute is through an office cab. In the last 2-3 years, I have developed a habit of occasional long drives else its mostly city driving. The vehicle has a BS III engine and 819 cc. I changed all four wheels of my car in 2024. Overall, the condition of the car is good, and I haven&apos;t faced any major issues so far; more importantly, I am happy with the car. But I need an opinion on:
1) Whether I can continue using it for another 5 years by paying environment tax?
2) Given the scenario of making E20 mandatory, my car won&apos;t support E20 fuel as of now; are there any chances/ scope there will be normal petrol will still be available to support older model cars?
3) Any other factors that I need to consider/ think of before making a decision?

Thanks for the help in advance</news:title></news:news></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-reviews/2026-bentley-supersports-track-review-crewes-missile-440534</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T18:51:53+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2026 Bentley Supersports track review: Crewe’s Missile</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260901_122839_ac444597.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/3-reasons-to-buy-the-toyota-hyryder-2-reasons-not-to-440997</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T18:22:23+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>3 reasons to buy the Toyota Hyryder and 2 reasons not to</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260901_114846_31799c0a.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/seltos-diesel-vs-mg-windsor-ev-for-city-driving-501840</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T18:00:40+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I’m currently driving a Honda City MT i-VTEC as my daily driver in the city, but I’m not happy with its mileage. My daily usage in the city is around 20-30 km. I’ve shortlisted the Kia Seltos MT Diesel and MG Windsor. Please suggest which of these would be the better choice.

Thanks.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/Kia_Seltos_Cornering.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/seltos-diesel-vs-petrol-for-10000-km-annual-running-501834</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T17:00:03+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hello,

I have been using a Creta manual for the past 11 years. I have now sold my Creta and am planning to buy a Seltos automatic. Please suggest which automatic variant would be better for me - petrol or diesel. My annual running is around 10,000- 12,000 km. Should I go for the diesel or petrol automatic?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/Kia_Seltos_Cornering.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/smaller-evs-will-arrive-as-soon-as-charging-network-is-ready-maruti-md-takeuchi-440626</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T16:27:16+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Smaller Maruti EVs to arrive once our charging network is ready, says MD</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_105544_90708456.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/reliable-automatic-car-under-20-lakh-for-mumbai-and-highway-driving-501836</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T16:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, I am from Mumbai and have a family of 5. I am looking for a car with a budget of around Rs. 20 lakh. I will mostly be driving in Mumbai, with occasional trips to Valsad. I am looking for a car with an automatic transmission and good long-term reliability.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/carens-clavis/Kia_Carens_Clavis_Front_Quarter_Tracking.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/toyota-ebella-vs-hyundai-creta-electric-real-world-range-compared-440996</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T15:50:16+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Toyota Ebella vs Hyundai Creta Electric real-world range compared</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260901_100345_f62e980e.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/tvs-bajaj-ather-and-vida-cross-1-million-combined-e2w-sales-in-2026-440625</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T15:49:45+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>TVS, Bajaj, Ather and Vida cross 1 million combined e2W sales in 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_101828_2c03c45d.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/upgrade-to-petrol-vs-diesel-vs-automatic-vs-electric-7-seater-suv-for-15000km-annual-driving-501798</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T15:30:12+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I currently own a Hyundai Venue 1.2 petrol. I am considering for an upgrade and my requirements include a 7-seater petrol or diesel automatic SUV under 25 lakh (on-road) with 80:20 city to highway ratio with maximum 15,000 km annually. Can I consider electric as well. What would be your recommendation? I am considering XUV 7X0, Safari or the Alcazar but I&apos;m open to other options as well. Thanks in advance.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-7xo/OP704174.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/mahindra-scorpio-n-petrol-vs-diesel-manual-vs-automatic-501807</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T15:01:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to buy a 7-seater SUV and am considering the Mahindra Scorpio-N Z8L. However, I’m confused about which variant and powertrain would be best for me among petrol or diesel, and manual or automatic. My monthly running is around 400-500 km. I’m concerned that if I choose the petrol version, I might face a mileage issue. On the other hand, if I choose the diesel version, I’m worried that the low running could lead to DPF-related issues. Most of my driving is on highways, with around 300 km per month on highways and the remaining 100-200 km in the city. Could you please suggest which option would be more suitable for my usage? I would also appreciate if you could provide a comparison of the maintenance costs, fuel efficiency, and long-term ownership costs of the petrol and diesel versions, as well as manual vs. automatic.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/scorpio-n/Mahindra_ScorpioN_2026_Front_Quarter_2.jpg.jpeg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/electric-car-vs-hybrid-petrol-car-under-22-lakh-501822</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T14:30:04+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I stay in Hyderabad and travel 25-30 km daily. I go out once in a month covering approximately 600km. I have recently sold my XUV 700 diesel and am confused whether I should go for an electric car or hybrid petrol. My budget is approximately 20 lakh (can extend it by 2 lakh). Please guide.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/victoris/3.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/availability-of-baas-on-sierra-ev-501824</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T14:00:55+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I own a Skoda Slavia Sportline that I had purchased in December 2025. After reading about so many BaaS offers on electric vehicles viz XEV 9S, where the registration charges are zero in Maharashtra, it is tempting to exchange my current car for an electric car. Should I do that? My monthly running is around 1000 km. Also, is BaaS available for the Sierra EV?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/models/colors/20251127_124601_758a6663.png?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/2026-lexus-nx-facelift-revealed-440624</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T13:50:38+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Lexus NX facelift revealed with fewer buttons, more electric-only range</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_081224_09d98235.png</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/royal-enfield-himalayan-440-spotted-at-showroom-before-launch-440623</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T13:13:20+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 spotted at showroom before launch</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_073245_4d8c2deb.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/nissan-honda-team-up-to-standardise-ecus-software-for-next-gen-vehicles-440621</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T13:08:33+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Nissan, Honda team up to standardise ECUs, software for next-gen vehicles</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_071419_501fdc89.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/renault-triber-turbo-to-launch-by-september-end-440620</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T12:56:27+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Renault Triber turbo to launch by September end</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_064121_c46cffe5.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/hyundai-bayon-based-suv-interior-spied-for-the-first-time-440619</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T12:20:44+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hyundai Bayon-based SUV interior spied for the first time</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_083703_a5b25ca5.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/hyundai-verna-ground-clearance-scraping-repair-cost-501829</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T12:15:04+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I went to book a Hyundai Creta but seeing the stylish Verna next to Creta, took its test drive. The seat and ambience seem way better than any car and have almost decided to go with Verna but I have one doubt about its ground clearance. Since I will be driving the car in Chennai city and on highways with occasional patchy roads, even if scrapping occurs rarely, will it be a costly affair to repair?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/models/colors/20260309_084714_d3814b95.png?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-video-reviews/2026-volvo-ex90-video-review-440533</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T12:12:58+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2026 Volvo EX90 video review</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260901_064227_73fd1a22.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-reviews/2026-volvo-ex90-review-better-than-the-xc90-440532</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T12:01:07+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2026 Volvo EX90 review: Better than the XC90? </news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260901_062708_2740c646.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/ampere-xyber-electric-bike-patented-in-india-440618</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T11:34:44+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ampere Xyber electric bike patented in India</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_060302_bcf5b63b.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-video-reviews/2026-bentley-supersports-video-review-440531</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T11:32:29+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2026 Bentley Supersports video review</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260901_055838_03bbb490.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/tata-punch-cng-amt-vs-altroz-cng-amt-vs-brezza-cng-vs-baleno-cng-501833</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T11:31:21+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I currently own a petrol Maruti Suzuki Ertiga purchased in 2021, that has covered around 85,000 km. It currently gives me around 7-8 kpl in city driving, so increasing fuel costs have made me consider switching to a CNG car. I also no longer require the Ertiga&apos;s third-row seats, as my son and daughter are now in college, so a five-seater would be sufficient for my needs. I am interested in the CNG and AMT combination, as I am 48 years old and believe an automatic transmission would make frequent city driving and traffic much less tiring. Currently, I am considering Tata Punch Adventure S CNG AMT, Tata Altroz Creative S CNG AMT, Maruti Suzuki Brezza ZXi CNG, Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi CNG and Maruti Suzuki Baleno Zeta CNG. The Punch Adventure S CNG AMT is currently my preferred choice because it seems to offer a good balance of features, practicality and running costs. At its price, I also get more features, a CNG + AMT combination and what appears to be a very strong safety package. I was also considering the Brezza ZXi and VXi CNG, particularly for their larger size and Maruti&apos;s reputation for reliability. However, the lack of a proper spare wheel concerns me, as I have experienced tyre punctures several times. My budget is a maximum of Rs. 14 lakh. I am also unsure whether an electric car under Rs. 14 lakh would be suitable for me, as I would prefer to avoid range anxiety at this point. Based on your road tests and experience, which of these cars would you recommend? Is the Punch Adventure S CNG AMT the best choice for my requirements, or should I seriously consider one of the other options? Also, is there another car I may have overlooked?</news:title></news:news></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/royal-enfield-motoverse-2026-dates-announced-440617</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T11:13:48+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Royal Enfield Motoverse 2026 dates announced</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_055704_7cef0e5a.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/audi-india-opens-bookings-for-new-q3-440616</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T10:58:41+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Audi India opens bookings for new Q3</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260901_053713_13f5d126.png</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/honda-city-vs-skoda-slavia-vs-volkswagen-virtus-vs-kia-seltos-vs-grand-vitara-501825</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T10:58:37+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi everyone, I have a budget around 13 lakh and my annual running is around 8,000 km. I&apos;m confused between buying a sedan or compact SUV like Kia Seltos etc. as I have sold my Tata Punch last month that I owned almost for 4.5 years but now I want to purchase good and elegant looking car that can last for 7 to 9 year without any hassle. Me and my wife have shortlisted cars like New Honda City SV variant, New Skoda Slavia Base one, or Upcoming Virtus in sedan segment. In suv segment, I have shortlisted cars like Seltos, Grand Vitara, etc. My wife wants to shortlist sedan. Please suggest me which one should I go for as it&apos;s the matter of investing my hard earned money. Also, which car will have good resale value in future.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Honda/City/AAB02942.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-choose-the-skoda-kylaq-classic-plus-at-or-mahindra-xuv-3xo-mx2-pro-at-501804</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T10:01:36+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am new to driving and am looking for a sub-4-metre petrol SUV with a torque converter automatic gearbox. My budget is under Rs 10 lakh ex-showroom. I have shortlisted two options: Skoda Kylaq Classic+ automatic at Rs 9.25 lakh and Mahindra XUV 3XO MX2 Pro automatic at Rs 9.99 lakh. We are a family of five. My current usage is mostly in the city, but in the future it could become a 50:50 mix of city and highway driving. The Kylaq does not get an infotainment system, although the dealer is offering one for around Rs 30,000. Its rear seat is also narrower than the XUV 3XO&apos;s. The XUV 3XO does not get cruise control, LED lights or driver-seat adjustment. Both cars offer similar fuel efficiency. Which one would be the better choice for me?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-3xo/500_8404.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-choose-the-kia-seltos-gtx-ivt-or-thar-roxx-star-edition-petrol-501803</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T09:30:17+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have booked the Kia Seltos GTX IVT petrol with the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine, but I am now beginning to feel that it may not be worth the amount I am spending. I am therefore also considering the Thar Roxx Star Edition petrol. My daily running is around 30-40 km, with an 800-900 km highway trip roughly once every four months. Which one should I choose?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/Kia_Seltos_Cornering.jpg?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-choose-the-hyundai-venue-hx10-or-creta-s-o-for-rs-15-16-lakh-501799</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T09:00:06+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Thank you for considering my query. I am a Central Government employee and am eligible to register a car under the BH series, which reduces my initial ownership costs. My budget is around Rs 15-16 lakh. Within this budget, I am considering the Hyundai Venue HX10 and the Hyundai Creta S(O). The Venue is the top-end, feature-rich option, while the Creta is a larger and more comfortable car but offers fewer features in the variant that fits my budget. I am confused between choosing a fully loaded smaller SUV and a lower variant of a larger SUV. Which one would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/creta/500_3784.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-compact-car-under-rs-8-lakh-is-suitable-for-city-driving-and-long-term-ownership-501733</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T08:30:05+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I currently use a second-hand, 13.5-year-old Hyundai Verna 1.6 diesel for my daily office commute of around 30-35 km. My annual running is less than 9,000km, but as the car is getting old, I will need to replace it soon. I am looking for a reliable, economical and fun-to-drive car for my daily mix of city and highway driving. A few months ago, I drove a third-generation Swift manual and really liked its nimble handling, slick controls and free-revving engine. However, I am a little concerned about the new Swift&apos;s 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine, although I have not driven it yet. How do the Fronx and Baleno compare with the Swift? I prefer the Fronx over the Baleno purely because of its looks. I am not planning to buy immediately and can wait for a few months if there are suitable new launches coming. Rear-seat space and long-distance comfort are not priorities, as I already have a Tata Curvv diesel for family use and highway trips. I would prefer a compact car for city driving. I enjoy driving a manual, as my commute does not involve much bumper-to-bumper traffic, although I would still prefer a light clutch and slick gear shifts. As I am early in my career, I plan to keep this car for a long time, so I would also like it to be suitable for future ethanol blends beyond E20. Would it also make sense to consider the Tiago EV or Punch EV? My concerns are their higher upfront cost, which may be difficult to justify given my low annual running, and long-term reliability. I also already own a Tata car. My initial budget was Rs 8 lakh, but stretching the budget for an EV would also bring the Skoda Kylaq into consideration, although I understand it is not particularly fuel efficient. What would you recommend below Rs 8 lakh for my requirements?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Swift/_AAB1788.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-automatic-car-with-a-360-degree-camera-should-i-buy-for-heavy-city-traffic-under-rs-14-lakh-501750</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T08:00:55+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I’m planning to buy my first car. My daily driving will mostly be within the city and will not exceed 20-22 km a day, with a lot of bumper-to-bumper traffic. I am looking for a car that is fun to drive, reliable and easy to handle, especially in city conditions. My must-haves are an automatic transmission and a 360-degree camera. I was initially considering the Tata Punch, but after reading several reviews about its after-sales service, I am not comfortable taking on that kind of ownership stress. Could you suggest some good options within a budget of Rs 11-14 lakh?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Fronx/_AAB6306.JPG?w=1200&amp;h=675&amp;fit=crop&amp;crop=entropy&amp;q=75&amp;fm=auto</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/all-you-need-to-know-about-lexus-es-440993</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T08:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>All you need to know about Lexus ES</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260831_090209_4e1d6641.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/honda-uc3-patented-in-india-440615</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-01T07:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Honda UC3 patented in India</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260831_112334_922b696c.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url></urlset>