<?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/auto-features/5-things-to-know-before-buying-the-kawasaki-ninja-500-440810</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-17T07:00:17+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>5 things to know before buying the Kawasaki Ninja 500</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260716_141550_f8318fe5.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/maruti-suzuki-dzire-or-tata-altroz-diesel-under-10-lakh-452860</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T22:00:16+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Which is the best car under Rs. 10 lakh for 90% city driving and 10% highway driving? I am confused between the Maruti Suzuki Dzire and the Tata Altroz Diesel.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Dzire/500_8916.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/family-car-under-8-lakh-for-first-time-buyers-for-700km-monthly-usage-452875</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T21:00:22+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am looking to purchase my first vehicle for a family of five. My expected monthly usage is approximately 500-700 km, and my budget is Rs. 8 lakh. Could you recommend options that align with these requirements?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/model/uploads/modelimages/Maruti-Suzuki-Baleno-040320222001.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/petrol-automatic-family-suv-under-20-lakh-for-senior-citizens-452940</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T20:00:22+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Dear Autocar India Team, I need your advice on choosing a new car for my father, who is 65 years old. Our current car is a 2013 Maruti Dzire. The new car will be used mostly in a rural town in Kerala, with occasional city driving and 2-3 airport trips each year. Our requirements include a reliable, fuel efficient and spacious 5-seator petrol automatic car with good boot space that is comfortable for senior citizens under 18 lakhs (I can stretch it up to 20 lakh). The car should be easy to maintain for long-term ownership. I am looking for a car of major brand that has service centres within 15km. I am considering Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Škoda Kushaq, Tata Sierra and Volkswagen Tiguan. Which one would you recommend, and are there any other better options in this budget? Thank you for your advice.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/Kia_Seltos_Cornering.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/jsw-mg-to-launch-xev-9s-rivaling-electric-suv-in-august-2026-440238</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T19:20:50+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>JSW MG to launch XEV 9S-rivalling electric SUV in August 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_131647_d56a56a8.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/electric-car-for-short-daily-commutes-and-small-garage-space-453012</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T19:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have a Hyundai Grand i10, and my daily travel is around 20 km. However, I use the car twice a day. My garage space is not very big, which is why I sold my Hyundai i20 Sportz. If I want to buy an electric car, which one would be the best fit for me?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/tiago-ev/OP705358.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/cng-or-ev-car-for-3500-km-monthly-driving-under-20-lakh-for-punjab-452997</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T18:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am from Punjab and currently own a diesel car. Now I want to try either a CNG or an EV, as I belong to a small city. My monthly running is around 3,500 km, and my budget is around Rs. 15-20 lakh. However, I have range anxiety with EVs. Are EV charging stations available everywhere, including developing areas such as Bihar and Uttar Pradesh?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/victoris/4.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-images/kia-syros-ev-image-gallery-440396</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T17:58:04+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kia Syros EV image gallery</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/image-galleries/images/20260716_115854_e27e6354.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/volvo-ex90-india-debut-on-august-19-440237</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T17:12:47+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Volvo EX90 India debut on August 19</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_112508_2ced2016.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/small-car-for-30km-daily-office-commute-453016</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T17:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Please recommend a small car for my daughter, who will drive around 30 km per day to commute to work.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Swift/_AAB1767.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/next-gen-toyota-hilux-teased-ahead-of-launch-this-month-440235</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T16:18:23+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Next-gen Toyota Hilux teased ahead of launch this month</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_104710_0cdacd90.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-car-under-25-lakh-for-city-commute-and-road-trips-452994</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T16:00:10+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I need your suggestion on car. We live in Thane, and my commute every alternate day is around 12 km. Our budget is Rs. 20-25 lakhs, and we’re looking for an automatic car (petrol or EV). We also take 5-6-hour road trips once every 2-3 months. Currently, we drive a 2011 Hyundai i20 and are planning to upgrade. Which car would you recommend and why, considering comfort, reliability, running costs, safety, and after-sales service? Thanks!</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/Kia_Seltos_Cornering.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/range-rover-sport-electric-previewed-at-goodwood-festival-of-speed-440236</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T15:37:45+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Range Rover Sport Electric previewed at Goodwood Festival of Speed </news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_100717_0b90d2af.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/electric-suv-under-12-lakh-to-replace-a-petrol-car-453001</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T15:35:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I bought a Mahindra XUV 3XO two years ago, but its mileage has been quite poor, averaging only around 7 kpl due to mostly city and office-area driving. I also own a Honda City petrol, purchased in August 2016, which is now 10 years old. It has covered around 50k km and also returns an average of about 7 kpl.

I now want to replace one of these cars with an electric SUV within a budget of Rs. 10 - 12 lakh. Which EV would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/Punch-EV/_AAB9834.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/honda-amaze-vs-skoda-kylaq-vs-tata-punch-which-should-i-buy-452614</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T15:05:17+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi Autocar,

I&apos;m planning to buy my first automatic car with an on-road budget of around Rs. 12 lakh, and I&apos;m a bit confused between these options: Honda Amaze ZX CVT, Tata Punch Accomplished+ S AMT, Skoda Kylaq Signature AT

The car will mostly be used for a mix of city driving and occasional highway trips.

A few things about my usage:

I&apos;m a first-time driver, so I want something easy to drive, and that helps me build confidence.
Right now, the car will be used occasionally, but the usage could increase over the next few years.
My parents will also be driving it sometimes, so ease of driving and comfort are important.
I&apos;m looking for a reliable car that doesn&apos;t give frequent issues and is easy to own.

Which of these would you recommend based on my requirements? Also, if I go with the Kylaq, is the Signature+ AT really worth paying around Rs. 2 lakh more than the Signature AT? Are the extra features and overall package worth the premium, or is the Signature AT good enough?

Thanks!</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Skoda/kylaq/Skoda%20Kylaq_2_OP709803.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/ather-scooters-get-new-battery-packs-lfp-cells-on-rizta-440234</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T15:02:38+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ather scooters get new battery packs, LFP cells on Rizta</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_092738_6acb1a59.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-images/kia-syros-ev-colours-image-gallery-440395</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T14:35:22+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kia Syros EV colours image gallery</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/image-galleries/images/20260716_085517_a57f80a2.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/petrol-automatic-compact-suv-for-senior-citizens-for-rural-and-city-driving-452629</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T14:35:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Dear Sir/Madam,

I would appreciate your advice regarding the purchase of a compact SUV for my parents, who are around 65+ years old. The vehicle will mainly be used for commuting within a rural town, with occasional city drives and around 2 airport trips per year. 
My requirements are: Petrol automatic transmission, Good interior space and comfortable seating for 5 passengers, Good fuel efficiency, Easy and stress-free ownership with long-term reliability, Comfortable ride quality suitable for elderly passengers, and good after-sales support (service centres of major brands are available within 20 km).
I am considering models such as the Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun/Kushaq, and similar compact SUVs. Could you please advise which would be the best choice considering space, efficiency, comfort, reliability, and long-term maintenance? Is the Honda Elevate still a good buy compared with the newer competitors?

Your suggestions would be highly appreciated.
Thank you.</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/bike-news/hero-motocorp-slated-to-invest-additional-rs-1000-crore-in-ather-energy-440233</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T14:20:26+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hero Motocorp slated to invest additional Rs 1,000 crore in Ather Energy</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_084922_cd897543.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/2027-suzuki-hayabusa-revealed-with-new-colours-440232</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T14:08:53+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2027 Suzuki Hayabusa revealed with new colours</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_083837_b837accc.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/looking-to-buy-a-used-mercedes-benz-glc-220d-452677</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T14:05:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Good day everyone,
I am looking to buy a Mercedes-Benz GLC 220d (2020 or 2021 model). If any owner is planning to sell their vehicle, kindly please get in touch with me.
Thanks &amp; Regards,
AN</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mercedes/glc/SK5_7474.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/kia-syros-ev-vs-nexon-ev-vs-xuv-3xo-ev-specifications-compared-440805</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T13:29:54+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kia Syros EV vs Nexon EV vs XUV 3XO EV: Specifications compared</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260716_071721_1a1e8377.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/kia-syros-ev-variants-and-features-explained-440806</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T13:27:50+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kia Syros EV variants and features explained</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260716_073533_66504ade.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/royal-enfield-classic-350-updated-with-assist-and-slipper-clutch-440231</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T13:05:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Royal Enfield Classic 350 with slip/assist clutch launched at Rs 1.95 lakh</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_073444_8256ccac.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-car-should-i-buy-after-elevate-for-highway-driving-and-daily-commuting-452767</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T12:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I currently own a Honda Elevate (CVT). I have driven around 72k km so far, with a mix of daily commuting and frequent highway trips for work. I am now looking to upgrade.

There is nothing wrong with the Elevate - it has been a solid car - but the CVT feels a bit too tame for me now. I am looking for a logical upgrade with significantly better performance than the Elevate.

My requirements are an automatic transmission, and I am open to both petrol and electric options. What would you recommend?</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/car-news/mg-unveils-new-adapt-platform-for-future-ev-hybrid-models-440230</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T12:10:37+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>MG unveils new ADAPT platform for future EV, hybrid models</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_063910_03cf70d6.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/petrol-automatic-compact-suv-for-senior-citizens-452788</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T11:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to buy a compact SUV for my father (65+ years old) and would like to get your advice. The car will be used mainly for commuting in rural towns, with occasional city drives and airport trips (around 2-3 times a year).
My priorities are: petrol automatic, good space, comfortable seating for 5 people, good fuel efficiency, easy and stress-free ownership, long-term reliability, low maintenance, and comfortable ride quality for elderly passengers. 
I am considering Honda Elevate, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Toyota Hyryder, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, and also Tata Sierra.
Do you think the Honda Elevate is still a good choice, or would you recommend another model that meets my requirements?</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/industry/consumer-court-directs-maruti-grand-vitara-replacement-over-e20-fuel-dispute-440229</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T11:15:55+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Consumer court directs Maruti Grand Vitara replacement over E20 fuel dispute</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260716_052807_c002bf39.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-buy-a-hybrid-or-ev-under-20-lakh-452861</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T10:59:50+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am currently using a 2015 Hyundai Elite i20 Asta (petrol). I use it daily for my office commute and on weekends with my family. My daily travel is around 6 km.

I am planning to buy a new car with a budget of up to Rs. 20 lakh. Could you please advise whether I should wait a little longer or go ahead with the purchase? If I buy now, would you recommend a hybrid or an EV?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/_AAB0280.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-automatic-car-under-rs-10-lakh-is-right-for-mostly-city-driving-452698</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T10:30:21+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;ve been driving a Hyundai i10 for the last five years and now want to upgrade. My budget is around 10 lakh on-road, and the car will be used mostly in the city. I also want an automatic transmission. What would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Honda/Amaze/OP7_0077.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/is-the-honda-elevate-a-good-choice-for-long-term-ownership-452700</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T10:00:21+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>What&apos;s your opinion on the Honda Elevate? Is it a good choice for someone planning to keep a car for a long time?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Honda/Elevate/GT_01624.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-get-the-dealer-fitted-360-degree-camera-on-the-skoda-kylaq-prestige-plus-at-452711</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T09:30:20+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;m planning to buy the Skoda Kylaq Prestige Plus AT. My partner wants a 360-degree camera, and I&apos;d prefer to have it installed through the dealership. I have a few concerns. Will the camera be operated through the touchscreen? Will the left and right cameras automatically activate when the corresponding indicator is used? I&apos;ve also heard that there are issues with the current 360-degree camera setup and that dealers are waiting for a software update. Could you clarify?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Skoda/kylaq/Skoda%20Kylaq_5.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-buy-the-skoda-slavia-now-or-wait-for-the-facelift-and-clarity-on-ethanol-blending-452712</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T09:00:42+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;m planning to buy a Skoda Slavia. Is it worth waiting for the facelift that&apos;s expected later this year? Also, should the ongoing discussion around ethanol blending influence my purchase decision? I&apos;m quite confused about whether I should wait for more clarity on the fuel policy or go ahead with the purchase.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Skoda/Slavia/GT_07021.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-switch-from-e20-petrol-to-xp100-in-my-maruti-suzuki-dzire-k12n-452713</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T08:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I drive a Maruti Suzuki Dzire with the K12N engine and cover around 50km a week. I&apos;m currently using E20 petrol. Would there be any advantages or disadvantages if I switched to XP100 petrol?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Dzire/500_8916.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-ev-under-rs-15-lakh-with-good-ground-clearance-is-suitable-for-a-120km-daily-commute-452718</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T08:00:28+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I travel around 120km every day, five days a week, within Mumbai. I&apos;m looking for an EV with a bit more ground clearance and a budget of around 15 lakh. Which one would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/nexon-ev/_AAB1600.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/3-reasons-to-buy-the-tata-nexon-and-2-reasons-not-to-440802</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T08:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>3 reasons to buy the Tata Nexon, and 2 reasons not to</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260715_103805_dedd1c5a.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/kawasaki-versys-x-300-available-with-benefits-of-up-to-rs-81000-440228</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-16T07:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kawasaki Versys-X 300 available with benefits of up to Rs 81,000</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_191415_558d9198.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-buy-maruti-suzuki-jimny-or-wait-for-a-facelift-or-4x2-variant-452849</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T22:05:15+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi team, I am considering buying the Maruti Suzuki Jimny because of its compact dimensions, good looks, and SUV feel, mainly for city driving and short road trips. However, I am concerned about its low sales and resale value. The Mahindra Thar Roxx seems too large for city use, while the Mahindra Thar feels cramped in the second row. Please suggest whether I should consider buying the Jimny. Is a facelift expected soon? Should I wait for the 4x2 variant if it is going to be launched?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Jimny/_BE06258.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/car-under-27-lakh-for-85km-daily-driving-in-ahmedabad-452435</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T21:05:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, I live in Ahmedabad. My daily travel is around 85 km.  I already own a Maruti Suzuki Baleno and a Hyundai Accent. My budget is Rs. 25-27 lakh. Kindly suggest a few good options.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/victoris/4.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-is-better-for-senior-citizens-between-toyota-glanza-or-volkswagen-taigun-452424</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T20:05:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>My wife and I are senior citizens and have both undergone knee replacement surgery. I have seen the Toyota Glanza, and its rear seats seem comfortable to me. I have also considered the Volkswagen Taigun. Both are petrol manual cars and will be driven by a chauffeur. Please give your opinion.</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-images/lexus-es-350h-image-gallery-440394</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T19:17:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Lexus ES 350h image gallery </news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/image-galleries/images/20260715_130611_9b8505c9.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/turbo-petrol-car-under-15-lakh-amid-e20-fuel-concerns-452836</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T19:05:18+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>My budget is around Rs. 14-15 lakh, and I need advice on buying a turbo-petrol car due to the E20 fuel-related concerns in the market.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Skoda/kylaq/Skoda%20Kylaq_2_OP709803.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/nissan-tekton-vs-hyundai-creta-whose-top-trim-offers-more-value-440804</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T18:19:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Nissan Tekton vs Hyundai Creta: Whose top trim offers more value?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260715_122210_d59f2603.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/family-car-under-20-lakh-with-bharat-series-registration-452838</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T18:05:20+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;m looking for a car for my family of three, and my child is 5 months old. My budget is Rs. 10-20 lakh, and I am eligible for Bharat Series (BH) registration. I live in a metro city and will use the car for weekend drives with family and friends, occasional long drives to my native place, and longer road trips in the future.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-3xo/500_8404.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/kia-syros-ev-revealed-with-up-to-526km-range-440227</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T17:58:05+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kia Syros EV revealed with up to 526km range </news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_122730_a0c331e7.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-images/royal-enfield-shotgun-650-rough-crafts-edition-image-gallery-440393</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T17:11:33+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Rough Crafts Edition image gallery</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/image-galleries/images/20260715_113147_bc43a332.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/volkswagen-id-cross-revealed-as-brands-first-compact-electric-crossover-440226</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T17:11:18+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>ID Cross debuts as Volkswagen’s first compact electric crossover</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_113959_af586af5.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-5-seater-car-under-16-lakh-for-city-and-highway-driving-452806</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T17:05:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>My daily running is around 20 km in the city. I travel to my native place every alternate month, covering around 800 km on the highway for the round trip. Please suggest a 5-seater automatic car within a budget of Rs. 16 lakh (ex-showroom). I have shortlisted the Toyota Urban Cruiser, Kia Seltos, Renault Duster, and Maruti Suzuki Victoris.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/Kia_Seltos_Front_Quarter_Tracking_1.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-drive-mode-or-suspension-setting-improves-ride-quality-in-mahindra-xev-9e-pack-three-452808</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T16:05:18+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi sir, how does the ride quality of the Mahindra XEV 9e Pack Three change depending on the drive mode? Is there a drive mode or custom suspension setting in which it feels the best without that slight floaty feeling at the rear?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/Galleries/20220815063941_Mahindra EV 15.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-wait-for-the-next-generation-tata-nexon-452829</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T15:35:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;m planning to buy the Tata Nexon Fearless DCA variant. Based on your podcast, I understand that the next-generation Nexon is expected to arrive next year. Is it worth waiting for the new model, or should I go ahead with my current choice?

Also, do you have any idea when it is likely to launch next year? Thank you in advance!</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/nexon/_BE07384.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/tata-sierra-ev-vs-mahindra-xev-9e-which-should-i-buy-452822</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T15:05:18+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have shortlisted the Sierra EV RWD and the XEV 9e, both in their top variants. My usage is mostly city driving, around 50 km a day on weekdays. Most of the time, I have a driver and sit in the rear seat, while on weekends, I drive the car myself around the city.

My family consists of me, my wife, and two children aged 16 and 11. Which one would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/sierra-ev/Tata_Sierra_EV_Front_Quarter_Static.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/royal-enfield-shotgun-650-rough-crafts-edition-revealed-only-25-units-for-india-440225</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T14:56:52+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Royal Enfield Shotgun 650 Rough Crafts edition revealed; only 25 units for India</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_092430_d5b9c258.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-hatchback-under-12-lakh-for-city-driving-452823</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T14:35:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have been driving a Hyundai Santro Xing for the past 21 years and am now looking to replace it with a similarly sized petrol hatchback. I need an automatic car that will be used mainly for city driving in Bangalore. My budget is around Rs. 10 - 12 lakh. Which cars currently available in India would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/i20/_AAB7346.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-car-should-i-buy-under-25-lakh-upgrade-from-hyundai-i20-452825</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T14:05:15+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Currently, I am using a Hyundai i20 and looking for an upgrade. I need a little more power and decent mileage. My preference is a diesel or an EV, and my last preference as hybrid. My budget is 23 to 25 lakhs.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/Creta-Electric/500_5172.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/new-lexus-es-350h-launched-at-rs-6610-lakh-440224</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T13:57:42+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>New Lexus ES 350h launched at Rs 66.10 lakh </news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_082640_19383bd0.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/what-to-expect-from-the-updated-maruti-brezza-440801</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T13:23:57+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>What to expect from the updated Maruti Brezza?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260715_074557_7d2fe9aa.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/ferrari-amalfi-spider-india-launch-on-july-17-440220</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T13:02:58+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ferrari Amalfi Spider India launch on July 17</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_071227_d08c4aff.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/harley-davidson-deadwood-unveiled-440222</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T12:52:26+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Harley Davidson Deadwood unveiled</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_071934_29f5bb5b.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/limited-edition-triumph-speed-twin-1200-tfc-launched-at-rs-21-lakh-440221</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T12:50:15+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Limited-edition Triumph Speed Twin 1200 TFC launched at Rs 21 lakh</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_071849_40c5ab8b.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-suv-under-10-lakh-for-senior-citizens-452827</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T12:30:24+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>My budget is Rs. 10 lakh. I drive around 250 km per week, and once every six months, I travel about 500 km out of the station.
I am a senior citizen looking for an automatic petrol SUV. Which car would you recommend? Also, would it be better to buy a new car or a used one?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Nissan/magnite/500_4444.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-wait-for-the-volkswagen-virtus-facelift-and-tera-452824</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T11:30:18+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Will Volkswagen launch the Virtus facelift and the new Tera this year, or are they expected to arrive next year? I am planning to buy a car this December.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/volkswagen/Virtus-facelift/Volkswagen-Virtus_facelift.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/river-indie-posts-best-ever-monthly-sales-in-june-2026-440219</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T11:27:57+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>River Indie posts best-ever monthly sales in June 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_055722_299c995a.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/athers-el-platform-scooter-to-debut-on-august-29-440218</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T11:13:29+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Ather’s EL platform scooter to debut on August 29</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260715_054124_66a50fb4.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/electric-car-with-500km-range-under-18-lakh-452719</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T11:00:21+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi Autocar India, 
Please suggest any EV car with a range of 500+ km with a budget of 17-18 lac.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/e-vitara/DSC_5470.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-small-automatic-car-is-right-for-a-5-foot-1-inch-driver-mostly-for-city-use-and-occasional-highway-trips-452452</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T10:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;m planning to buy a small automatic car for my wife, who is 5&apos;1&quot; tall. The car will be used mostly in the city, with occasional highway trips. Which would be the best option?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/Exter/Hyundai_New_Exter.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-petrol-manual-car-under-rs-17-lakh-offers-good-safety-and-fuel-efficiency-for-highway-driving-452624</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T10:05:30+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;m looking for a petrol manual car with an on-road budget of 17 lakh. Most of my driving will be on highways. My priorities are safety and fuel efficiency. I&apos;d also like essential comfort features such as automatic climate control and automatic wipers. Which car would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/victoris/4.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-premium-5-seater-suv-under-rs-30-lakh-is-right-for-mostly-weekend-driving-452656</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T09:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, I mainly use my car on weekends. I live in Mumbai and currently own a 2011 Maruti Suzuki Swift, which has covered only around 55,000km. I&apos;m now looking for a large 5-seater SUV with plenty of modern features. My budget is around 25-30 lakh. I want it to feel premium and luxurious while also being easy to drive. What would you recommend?</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-car-under-rs-15-lakh-with-a-sunroof-offers-good-fuel-efficiency-for-city-and-highway-driving-452657</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T09:00:03+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;m looking for a car with a sunroof and a budget of around 15 lakh. Most of my driving is in the city, but I also do a 500km highway trip once a month. I&apos;d also like good fuel efficiency. Which car would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/Venue/DSC_8177.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-city-friendly-car-under-rs-14-lakh-offers-reliable-after-sales-service-and-hassle-free-ownership-452666</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T08:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I&apos;m looking for a car mainly for city use with a budget of around 13-14 lakh. I was considering the Tata Punch EV and Tata Tiago EV, but after reading a lot of mixed reviews about Tata&apos;s after-sales service, I&apos;m a little hesitant. I&apos;m looking for a compact, city-friendly car. I&apos;d prefer an EV, but I&apos;m also open to a petrol, hybrid or any other fuel type, as long as it offers reliable after-sales support and hassle-free ownership. Also, please don&apos;t suggest the MG Comet EV, as I don&apos;t like its design. 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I travel around 240km one way, about five times a month. The route is almost entirely on highways, with very little traffic and only occasional city driving. My total budget is 22 lakh. Which SUV would you recommend?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-7xo/DSC_8391.JPG</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/production-spec-honda-v3r-revealed-in-australian-design-filing-440215</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-07-15T07:00:14+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Production-spec Honda V3R revealed in Australian design filing</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260714_134336_edfdb807.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url></urlset>