<?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/is-honda-hr-v-coming-to-india-and-what-will-be-its-price-and-launch-timeline-445969</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-20T09:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Is Honda launching the HR-V in India? If so, when, and how will it arrive? Will it be a CBU, CKD, or manufactured locally? What price segment is it likely to target?</news:title></news:news></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/is-renault-kiger-turbo-mt-a-good-buy-despite-low-sales-446016</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-20T09:00:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Is the Renault Kiger Turbo MT a good choice to buy? I need your advice on this. I have seen very positive feedback about the car on YouTube, but I am concerned about its sales. Please advise whether it is a good choice or not.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Renault/kiger/OP703959.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-family-suv-should-i-buy-for-frequent-delhi-highway-travel-446019</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-20T08:50:24+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have a Scorpio, a diesel Dzire, and a Tata Zest, all Euro 4, and all running fine without any problems. I want to buy a family car as I have to travel to New Delhi with my family two or three times a month. Which SUV would you suggest?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Toyota/innova-hycross/500_6451.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-long-termer/hyundai-alcazar-long-term-review-7100km-report-440394</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-20T08:00:19+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hyundai Alcazar long term review, 7,100km report</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260417_125104_cd6d6a95.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/can-i-remap-my-tiguan-tdi-and-is-dq500-gearbox-reliable-for-tuning-446029</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-20T08:00:03+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Reposting the question I asked a few weeks back. Could you please give your expert opinion? I own a 2020 Tiguan TDI Highline. The practicality of the SUV, with its interior space, top-notch build quality, fuel economy, AWD capability, and driving pleasure, is second to none. VW is no longer selling the 2.0-litre TDI engine with the DQ500 gearbox, so I plan to keep this car for another five years. With the warranty period completed, I would like to remap the engine to 180+ bhp with 400 Nm torque. Will the DQ500 gearbox be able to handle this? Do I need to install a bigger turbo? What other precautions should I consider (suspension, brakes, etc.)?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/volkswagen/Tiguan/500_2715.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/httpswwwautocarindiacomauto-featureskinetic-dx-3-reasons-to-buy-and-3-to-skip-it-440442-440442</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-20T07:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kinetic DX: 3 reasons to buy and 3 to skip it</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260418_195108_0bc55c9b.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/hormazdnaturally-aspirated-torque-converter-cars-under-16-lakh-india-list-445940</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T19:41:10+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am looking for a car with a naturally aspirated petrol engine paired with a torque converter automatic gearbox, within a budget of ₹16 lakh (on-road, Chennai). Could you please share the list of available options that meet this requirement?

Additionally, I would like your opinion on whether opting for a turbo-petrol engine is worthwhile for daily office commuting in a metropolitan city like Chennai, considering traffic conditions and real-world usability.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/mmv_images/colors/20250626112120_Maruti_Suzuki_Brezza_Splendid_Silver[1].jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/citroen-basalt-automatic-jerk-in-reverse-cold-start-issue-explained-445925</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T19:34:24+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I own a Citroën Basalt automatic. When I start the car and shift into reverse gear, I notice a sudden jerk. However, this does not happen once the engine has warmed up.

Could you please explain the reason for this behaviour and let me know if it indicates any issue with the car?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/mmv_images/colors/20250908120750_Citroen_Basalt_X_Steel_Grey[1].jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/taigun-dsg-issues-seltos-vs-duster-which-is-smoother-in-city-445946</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T18:25:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I currently own a Volkswagen Taigun 1.5 TSI GT DSG and have been facing issues with jerky low-speed performance in city driving, along with persistent rattles despite multiple service visits.

I am considering upgrading to either the Kia Seltos (turbo petrol DCT) or the upcoming Renault Duster (turbo DCT). My usage is around 60% city and 40% highway.

My main concern is whether these alternatives will offer a smoother and more refined driving experience in city traffic compared to my current car, or if they will exhibit similar behaviour due to the nature of dual-clutch transmissions.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/models/colors/20260414_092754_bd20c67e.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/venue-vs-xuv3xo-vs-nexon-best-compact-suv-under-12-lakh-445945</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T17:50:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi Autocar Team,

I am considering buying a compact SUV in the ₹12 lakh price range and would appreciate your expert advice. I have shortlisted the Hyundai Venue HX5 Plus, Mahindra XUV 3XO AX5, and Tata Nexon (petrol variants).

My usage includes regular local driving of around 50–60 km, along with highway trips of approximately 1,500 km every 4-5 months.

Could you please share how these models compare in terms of value for money, features, performance, and overall suitability for my usage?

Thank you for your guidance.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-3xo/500_8427.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/5-seater-vs-7-seater-which-car-to-buy-family-of-6-india-445956</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T16:45:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>My family consists of five adults: myself, my wife, my parents, and my brother. I currently live in a different state, while my family stays in my hometown, and I visit them once every two months. During those visits, all five of us travel together, and in the next couple of years, our family size may increase to six members after my brother’s marriage.

Our usage will be minimal, around 300 km per month, mostly on highways during occasional trips. I prefer an SUV-like driving position with good visibility of the bonnet.

I am confused whether I should opt for a 5-seater or a 7-seater. If going for a 7-seater, I am considering the Maruti Ertiga VXI. If a 5-seater is more practical, I would like suggestions based on reliability, mileage, safety, rear seat comfort for three adults, and resale value.

My budget is ₹12 lakh, and I prefer a petrol manual car with a long ownership period of around 10 years.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/Galleries/20190322051351_Maruti-Ertiga-Sport-white.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-images/one-off-mini-vagabund-countryman-image-gallery-440232</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T16:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>One-off Mini-Vagabund Countryman image gallery</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/image-galleries/images/20260417_124924_8a8b7c57.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/scorpio-n-vs-xuv-7xo-which-is-better-for-city-driving-india-445929</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T15:50:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am currently using a Ford EcoSport and am planning to upgrade to either the Mahindra Scorpio N Z4 petrol or the Mahindra XUV 7XO petrol. My usage is primarily within the city, with a daily commute of around 60 km.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-7xo/DSC_9023%20-%20Copy.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/best-automatic-car-under-12-lakh-for-city-driving-kochi-445893</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T14:45:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi Autocar Team,

I am planning to replace my 2014 Maruti Celerio VXI AMT (TN registration) with a new car. My usage will be mostly city driving in Kochi, with occasional trips to Coimbatore.

I am looking for a fuel-efficient petrol or EV option within a budget of around ₹12 lakh. My key requirements are:

Automatic transmission
Low maintenance cost
Good connected car features and infotainment system
Comfortable for city driving

Could you please suggest the most suitable car options for my needs?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/models/colors/20260220_105932_6d32b1b0.png</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-video-reviews/ola-roadster-x-video-review-440395</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T14:15:29+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ola Roadster X+ video review</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260419_084335_3f31baf5.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/is-toyota-innova-crysta-good-for-10-year-ownership-445895</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T13:50:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to buy the Toyota Innova Crysta and intend to keep it for at least 10 years.

Could you please advise whether it is a safe and sensible choice in terms of service support and parts availability, resale value, and future regulatory norms?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/Galleries/20201015102207_download.png</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/interviews/ferrari-ceo-benedetto-vigna-on-brands-ev-philosophy-india-prospects-and-more-440444</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T13:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna on brand’s EV philosophy, India prospects, and more</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260418_204401_6ad045d0.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-sell-xuv700-and-buy-renault-duster-expert-advice-445954</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T12:45:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to sell my Mahindra XUV700 and switch to the Renault Duster. I would like your expert opinion on whether this would be a good decision.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Renault/duster/500_5520.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/5-things-to-know-about-the-simple-ultra-440441</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T12:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>5 things to know about the Simple Ultra</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260418_190055_a890fea8.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/tata-sierra-petrol-vs-diesel-which-is-better-for-low-usage-445936</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T11:40:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have booked the Tata Sierra Adventure Plus petrol manual, but I am now confused between the petrol and diesel manual variants, particularly in terms of mileage and performance. I am not interested in an automatic transmission.

My annual running is less than 6,000 km.

Could you please advise which engine option would be more suitable for my usage? Additionally, I would appreciate any alternative suggestions for a spacious car with good mileage that fits my needs.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/sierra/500_6529.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/best-car-under-12-lakh-for-city-and-highway-driving-445898</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T10:50:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have been using a Maruti Wagon R AMT for the past 8 years and am now planning to upgrade. My monthly driving is around 1,000 km, with a mix of 50% city and 50% highway usage, along with three long trips annually of around 1,000 km each.

My budget is around ₹12 lakh (on-road).</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/_DSC1903.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/reise-tourrad-first-impressions-440443</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T10:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Reise TourRad: First Impressions</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260418_203606_b24d3244.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/kia-seltos-diesel-vs-turbo-dct-best-for-highway-driving-445841</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T09:45:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to buy a Kia Seltos but am confused about which automatic variant to choose. My usage is around 70% highway and 30% city, with an annual driving of approximately 12,000 km.

I am specifically looking for strong low-end torque for confident overtaking and prefer an automatic transmission.

I am considering the diesel automatic and the turbo petrol DCT variants.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/_AAB0277.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/road-tripping-with-supercars-in-jaisalmer-sand-blasting-440438</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T09:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Road-tripping with supercars in Jaisalmer</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260419_055039_515a04f6.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-automatic-car-to-buy-for-low-daily-usage-and-comfort-445894</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T08:50:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi,

I am planning to buy a car with a budget of under ₹15 lakh. My daily usage will be quite low, around 10-15 km, mainly within the city.

My key requirements are:

Petrol engine
Automatic transmission
Good fuel efficiency
Spacious cabin with good passenger comfort

Could you please suggest the best car options that would suit my needs?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/_DSC1938.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/xuv-7xo-petrol-vs-diesel-or-xev-9s-which-is-better-445701</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T08:35:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, I currently own a Maruti Suzuki Ciaz petrol and am planning to upgrade to a new SUV. My monthly driving is around 600 km, with one or two long trips in a year.

I am confused between the petrol and diesel variants of the Mahindra XUV 7XO. Additionally, I am also considering the Mahindra XEV 9S and would like to know whether an EV would be suitable for my usage pattern.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xev-9s/_AAB8445_1.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-blogs/opinion-how-distinct-sub-brands-can-benefit-the-mother-brand-440439</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T08:00:10+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Opinion: How distinct sub-brands can benefit the mother brand</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260417_140152_a115e5db.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/toyota-hyryder-vs-citroen-aircross-x-which-is-better-to-buy-445672</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T08:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to buy a new car around August 2026 with a budget of ₹15-17 lakh. I am currently confused between the Toyota Hyryder and the upcoming/facelifted Citroën Aircross X (expected around June).</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/Galleries/20230428112547_21.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-long-termer/triumph-scrambler-400-xc-long-term-review-3000km-report-440391</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T07:00:35+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Triumph Scrambler 400 XC long-term review, 3,000km report</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260414_110923_217b4511.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-images/triumph-tracker-400-features-image-gallery-440235</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-19T01:36:04+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Triumph Tracker 400 features image gallery</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/image-galleries/images/20260418_200201_e4fbb860.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-buy-honda-amaze-vx-or-skoda-kylaq-as-my-first-car-under-10-lakh-445888</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T19:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, I am looking to buy my first car with a budget of ₹10 lakh. I have taken test drives of the Skoda Kylaq, Tata Punch, and Honda Amaze. I understand that all these cars are from different segments. I did not like the driving experience of the Tata Punch. Based on your consideration, which car should I choose between the Honda Amaze VX and the Skoda Kylaq?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Skoda/kylaq/Skoda%20Kylaq_1_OP709800.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-buy-a-mid-size-suv-for-a-7-seater-hybrid-for-family-use-445887</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T18:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I currently own a 2014 Swift Dzire, which has been driven 96,000 km, and I am planning to upgrade to an SUV. My driving will mostly be in the city, with an average monthly run of around 200 to 250 km. I take 2 to 3 long trips a year, covering 500 to 1,000 km. I have three kids. I have taken test drives of the Duster, Elevate, Kushaq, Taigun, Seltos, and Creta. I initially booked the Duster but cancelled it due to limited rear-seat space. I have now booked the Elevate, but it feels lacking in performance. Should I go ahead with a car now, or wait for some time considering the current geopolitical conflicts and rising oil prices, and explore hybrid 7-seater options in the future?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/Galleries/20241125092757_HondaElevateFront34.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-buy-hyryder-strong-hybrid-for-frequent-gurgaon-to-chandigarh-runs-plus-city-driving-445884</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T17:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am 22 years old, shifting to Gurgaon, and frequently travel to Chandigarh. I have shortlisted the Toyota Hyryder strong hybrid base variant. 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Please advise.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/alto-k10/_DSC6970.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-images/2026-toyota-yaris-cross-facelift-exterior-and-interior-image-gallery-440234</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T16:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2026 Toyota Yaris Cross facelift exterior and interior image gallery</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/image-galleries/images/20260417_190332_47e09d4e.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/why-is-my-tata-punch-amt-giving-low-mileage-in-city-driving-445882</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T15:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I had purchased a Tata Punch AMT petrol. It has been almost 4 months, and the car has run very little so far, around 1,500 km. The average is quite low. The second service has already been done. I asked the service center, and they told me that in the city, it will give around 8kpl, which surprised me. I am also not very knowledgeable about cars, so please guide. Thanks.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/punch/500_4148.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/new-suzuki-burgman-price-and-variants-explained-440440</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T14:56:32+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>New Suzuki Burgman price and variants explained</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260418_092552_9ce63196.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/between-creta-and-seltos-which-diesel-automatic-suv-is-better-for-city-driving-445872</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T14:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am looking for a mid-size SUV with a diesel engine and an automatic transmission. I am confused between the Hyundai Creta and the new Kia Seltos. My running is mostly in the city, about 10 to 20 km daily. 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I am confused about whether to buy the Duster, as ethanol blending will increase, but I really like the interior and exterior of the Kia Seltos. So, I am confused about which one to choose.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Renault/duster/500_5450.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-suv-should-i-buy-under-10-lakh-for-daily-city-driving-445875</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T11:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am currently using the 2015 Swift VXi. Now I want to upgrade to an SUV under or around 10 lakh. My daily running is 35-40km, mainly in the city. 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When will they launch? What&apos;s the current stage of development?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/harrier/500_0004.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-automatic-suv-should-i-choose-compass-hector-plus-or-xuv-7xo-for-1600-km-monthly-running-445815</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T09:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I’m upgrading from a Tata Nexon petrol. I have a family of four (two adults and two kids) based in Gurgaon. My average running is around 1,600 km per month, with a higher share of highway driving and long road trips every alternate month. I’m looking for a safe, comfortable, spacious, and fun-to-drive automatic car. I’ve shortlisted the following options: Jeep Compass Limited (O) Diesel - I love its driving dynamics, premium interior feel, and overall design. My main concerns are Jeep’s service experience and long-term reliability. MG Hector Plus Petrol - I like almost everything about it, except the driving experience, which doesn’t feel engaging - likely due to the CVT. Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L Diesel - It ticks most boxes, but I’m concerned about the slightly cheap interior feel and potential tech-related issues over time. I’d appreciate help in narrowing down the best option for my use case.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-7xo/DSC_8898.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-is-better-xuv-7xo-petrol-or-tata-safari-petrol-for-city-use-and-long-trips-445892</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-04-18T08:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi team, I am planning to buy a new car and am confused between the petrol versions of the XUV 7XO and the Safari. My usage will mostly be in the city for office commuting (around 20 km daily), and once every three months, we may go on a long trip of more than 1,000–1,500km round trip. I like the Safari in terms of looks, but my main concern is its sales numbers. Overall, in most aspects, the 7XO seems better except for mileage. 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