<?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/car-news/2026-maruti-baleno-full-price-list-revealed-440706</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T10:36:28+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2026 Maruti Baleno full price list revealed</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Baleno/Maruti_Suzuki_Baleno_Facelift_Front_Quarter_Static.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-sub-4-metre-suv-should-i-buy-under-rs-11-lakh-for-highway-and-city-driving-502225</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T10:30:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi team, I am looking to upgrade from my 2016 Amaze to a sub-4-metre SUV in Mumbai. My daily driving is around 55-60 km, which adds up to roughly 1,100km a month. Most of my driving is on the highway, but I often encounter bumper-to-bumper traffic. Which car would you suggest within a budget of Rs 11 lakh?</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/is-it-worth-waiting-for-the-toyota-innova-hycross-facelift-or-should-i-take-delivery-of-the-current-model-502173</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T10:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I booked the Innova HyCross GX(O) last month, and the expected delivery is in November. I see that the new facelift is being launched. Is it worth waiting for the facelift?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Toyota/innova-hycross-facelift/Innova_Hycross_facelift.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/advice/should-i-choose-the-brezza-zxi-plus-at-or-zxi-plus-turbo-for-hilly-driving-502182</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T09:30:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to buy a car and am considering the new Brezza. However, I am confused because the feature-rich turbo ZXi+ variant with the 1.5-litre manual is not available, and the ZXi+ is offered with the automatic instead. I am from Uttarakhand and mostly drive in the hills. Should I go for the ZXi+ AT or the ZXi+ Turbo?</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/should-i-choose-the-hyundai-creta-or-new-seltos-as-my-next-car-502198</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T09:00:17+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have been using a Venue diesel since June 2021 and am now looking to upgrade. In the past five years, I have not faced a single DPF or any other issue with the car. My shortlist includes the Creta and the new Seltos. My heart says Creta, but my mind says new Seltos. Which one should I go for?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/creta/500_4165.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-bmw-7-series-i7-facelifts-before-launch-441036</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T09:00:08+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>All you need to know about BMW 7 Series, i7 facelifts before launch</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260909_133839_4acb8afe.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-wait-for-the-hyundai-compact-ev-or-buy-the-top-spec-punch-ev-502200</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T08:35:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am looking to buy the top-spec Punch EV, but I am willing to wait for Hyundai&apos;s upcoming compact EV if it is priced in a similar bracket. Is it worth waiting, or is the Hyundai likely to exceed the Rs 15 lakh price bracket?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/Punch-EV/Tata_Punch_EV_Facelift_Front_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/maruti-victoris-gets-benefits-of-up-to-rs-135-lakh-in-september-2026-440703</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T08:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Maruti Victoris gets benefits of up to Rs 1.35 lakh in September 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_115012_fa92cdbd.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-choose-the-mg-hector-tomahawk-ev-or-mahindra-xev-9e-for-long-term-ownership-502243</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T08:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to buy my first EV with a budget of around Rs 25 lakh. I currently drive a Tata Nexon petrol and am confused between the MG Hector Tomahawk EV, which costs around Rs 24.7 lakh on-road, and the Mahindra XEV 9e Pack Two 70kWh, which costs around Rs 26.2 lakh on-road and could come closer to Rs 25 lakh with festive discounts. I like the minimalist interior and single-screen layout of the Hector Tomahawk EV. It feels practical and has all the features I need. However, I feel the XEV 9e has better road presence and overall appeal. I generally prefer a clean, simple dashboard over the triple-screen setup in the XEV 9e. My priorities are long-term ownership, reliability and service, family comfort, daily usability and value for money. I am based in Hyderabad, and the MG showroom and service centre are very close to my home, which is a significant advantage for convenience. Which one would you recommend and why?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/MG/hector-tomahawk-ev/mg_tomahawk-ev%20.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-suzuki-sv650-confirmed-for-2027-440705</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-10T07:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Suzuki confirms updated SV650 for 2027</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_150022_64c93909.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-buy-the-extended-warranty-for-the-hyundai-creta-ev-for-five-year-ownership-502209</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T23:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am buying a Creta EV, and the Hyundai dealership is offering an extended warranty covering the fourth and fifth years for Rs 50,000. This is significantly more expensive than the extended warranty for the ICE counterpart. I plan to keep the car for five years. It comes with a standard three-year warranty and an eight-year battery warranty. Should I go for the extended warranty, or should I skip it considering Hyundai&apos;s reliability?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/Creta-Electric/500_5172.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-turbocharged-hybrid-suv-should-i-buy-under-rs-37-lakh-502244</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T22:10:11+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have a 2024 XUV700 AT petrol. I want to upgrade it. I want an SUV with a turbocharger and, if possible, a hybrid, with a budget of max Rs 37 lakh. Pls suggest one.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/jsw-motors/jetour-t2/JSW%20Jetour%20T2_hybird.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/advice/should-i-keep-skoda-rapid-or-buy-duster-taigun-502245</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T22:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I have owned my Skoda Rapid 1.5 TDI DSG for 6.5 years, and it has crossed 1 lakh km. It still runs like a dream and has been extremely reliable, with no major mechanical issues apart from regular servicing. My only concern now is the possibility of expensive repairs as the mileage increases, especially related to the DSG or injectors. Another issue is that the Rapid feels quite bare-bones compared to newer cars.

I am considering upgrading to something under Rs. 25 lakh, mainly looking at the Duster 1.3 DCT and Taigun 1.5 TSI.

My question is: should I keep the Rapid for a couple more years, or would the Duster/Taigun be a worthwhile upgrade? Or is there anything else under Rs. 25 lakh that would make a good replacement?

Please suggest.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Renault/duster/New%20Renault%20Duster%20%289%29.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/bh-series-registration-in-chennai-for-psu-employees-502234</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T21:30:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Could anyone please confirm whether BH (Bharat Series) vehicle registration is currently available in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, particularly for eligible PSU employees?</news:title></news:news></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-is-better-victoris-zxi-or-seltos-htk-o-502237</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T21:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am confused between the Victoris ZXi and the Kia Seltos HTK(O) petrol automatic. One offers better reliability, while the other provides more features at a similar price point. Personally, I prefer the Seltos’ cabin and interior design, as I find the Victoris’ interior quite average.

For long-term ownership, which one should I go for?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Kia/Seltos/Kia_Seltos_Front_Quarter_Tracking_2.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-car-and-fuel-type-should-i-choose-under-rs-20-lakh-for-highway-driving-502213</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T20:35:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I want to buy a car under Rs 20 lakh. My monthly running will be around 1,500km, mostly on weekends, with 70% highway and 30% city driving. Which car and fuel type would you suggest? I prefer a manual transmission.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-7xo/DSC_8391.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-suzuki-v-strom-sx-suitable-for-daily-commuting-502059</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T20:30:04+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hello, I’m a new rider considering the Suzuki V-Strom SX for my daily commute, which is around 25 km each way. My route is a mix of highways and city roads, with some uneven, bumpy and pothole-ridden stretches. I’m looking for a bike that inspires confidence, offers good highway stability and comfort, and provides a good level of safety for a relatively inexperienced rider. Would the V-Strom SX be a suitable choice for these requirements, particularly in terms of comfort, stability and safety on a mixed daily commute?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/models/colors/20260420_141132_fdb6b87c.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/advice/which-vehicle-should-i-buy-for-highway-rural-road-and-farm-use-under-rs-12-lakh-502246</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T20:15:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am 52 years old and have been driving since my 20s. I need to drive around 2,500km a month, with 55% of the driving on highways, 30% on rugged rural roads and 155 in the city. My commute includes travelling to and from my farms, so I also need to occasionally transport 200-250 kg of fertiliser or farm produce. My budget is around Rs 10-12 lakh. Please advise which vehicle I should buy.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/bolero/2026_Mahindra_Bolero_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/recommend-bike-for-50km-daily-commute-meteor-350-vs-cb350rs-502110</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T19:30:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hello Autocar team, I am from Pune, and my father is looking for a bike for his daily office commute of around 50km (25km one way). His requirements are a comfortable seating position, decent fuel efficiency, good after-sales service and long-term reliability, and a low seat height, as he is 5 ft 5 in tall. He was initially considering the TVS Ronin base variant, but after reading about some after-sales issues, he is looking at other options as well. Since we already have a Hunter 350, he is considering the Royal Enfield Meteor 350 and Honda CB350RS. However, he is confused between the two, as the Meteor 350 is around 10kg heavier than the Hunter 350, while the CB350RS has a taller seat height. Could you please suggest which would be the better choice considering his usage and requirements? He is also considering an EV scooter, so suggestions for suitable options in that category would be helpful as well.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/RoyalEnfield/2023-Bullet-350/_AAB0952.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-jio-bp-petrol-safe-for-the-toyota-hyryder-strong-hybrid-502247</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T19:20:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I recently bought a Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Strong Hybrid and intend to use Jio-BP petrol because of its claimed advantages. However, a Toyota service adviser has advised me against it, saying that Jio-BP petrol has been causing engine damage. Is there any technical or expert opinion on this?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Toyota/urban-cruiser-hyryder/_DSC7366.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/chery-icaur-03-spied-in-india-440704</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T19:16:44+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Chery iCaur 03 spied in India</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_134546_37919281.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/should-i-buy-the-tata-punch-ev-40kwh-or-continue-with-the-grand-i10-asta-petrol-502210</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T19:06:22+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am currently using a 2015 Grand i10 Asta petrol and am planning to buy the Tata Punch EV 40kWh. My monthly running is around 800km. Should I go for the Punch EV or continue with my Grand i10?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Tata/Punch-EV/Tata_Punch_EV_Facelift_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/cruising-goas-porvorim-elevated-corridor-in-an-mg-cyberster-441035</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T19:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Cruising down Goa’s Porvorim Elevated Corridor in an MG Cyberster</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260909_130911_4e0b6b08.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-is-better-xuv-3xo-revxm-or-brezza-vxi-for-long-term-ownership-502224</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T18:30:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I want a suggestion between the Mahindra XUV 3XO REVXM and Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi Turbo. Since this will be my first car, the priorities are easy maintenance, good mileage, low running costs and long-term ownership. The XUV 3XO REVXM offers good comfort and some useful features, although the infotainment system is not Android-based and it misses features such as a rear defogger. With the Brezza, the 1.0-litre turbo engine and the long-term maintenance of its Smart Hybrid components are my main concerns. Are there any other options worth considering, or is there a better recommendation that would suit these requirements?</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/which-suv-is-suitable-for-family-road-trips-and-offers-comfort-reliability-with-enough-boot-space-502241</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T17:30:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am an enthusiastic driver and do a lot of road trips. My family is of 4 adults and a 4-month old kid (we use car seat). I am looking for an SUV that offers great driving experience along with good comfort and reliability. Boot space is also crucial with space for a stroller and at least couple more suitcases. I don’t mind spending the money required for the right SUV that can be my companion for a really long time.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/models/colors/20260127_160023_28a15d88.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-bike-should-i-buy-honda-cb350rs-vs-meteor-350-vs-triumph-bonneville-350-502115</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T17:00:10+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to buy a bike by the end of this year for a daily 25-40 km commute in Hyderabad. I’m currently considering the Honda CB350RS, Royal Enfield Meteor 350, and the upcoming Triumph Bonneville 350. Which one would you recommend, and are there any other bikes I should check out? Also, when is Bonneville 350 expected to launch?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/RoyalEnfield/Classic-350/_DSF2307.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/jawa-42-all-stars-launched-at-rs-180-lakh-440701</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T16:46:42+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Jawa 42 All stars launched at Rs 1.80 lakh</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_111441_dae7c459.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/tvs-iqube-st-vs-yamaha-ec-06-vs-river-indie-for-range-and-long-term-ownership-502130</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T16:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi Autocar Team, I&apos;m planning to buy an electric scooter. My daily commute is around 50 km, and I often do 100+ km rides on weekends, including some highway usage. My shortlisted options include TVS iQube ST, Yamaha EC-06, and River Indie. Which would be the best choice considering real-world range, reliability, comfort, and long-term ownership?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/TVS/iQube/500_0996.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/2026-maruti-baleno-vs-rivals-price-specifications-compared-441032</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T16:07:34+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2026 Maruti Baleno vs rivals: Price, specifications compared</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260909_075257_5e8e5f27.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/yamaha-fz25-vs-himalayan-450-for-long-term-ownership-low-usage-502166</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T16:00:11+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I’m 32, married, and based in Bengaluru. I currently own a 5-year-old Yamaha FZ25 that has completed only around 14,000 km. The bike has been extremely reliable overall, but it now needs some work which includes mainly new tyres, ABS repair and proper service. I am estimating around Rs. 20 -30,000 to bring it back to a really good condition. I am in a dilemma as I’ve wanted a Royal Enfield Himalayan for almost 10 years. I actually rode a Himalayan 411 for over 1,000 km on a trip and absolutely loved its riding position, suspension, engine character and the way it handled bad roads. It was one of those bikes I didn&apos;t want to return. The new Himalayan 440 has now been launched, and I’m getting a Bangalore on-road quote of around Rs. 2.98 lakh. I could put around Rs. 1 lakh down and finance roughly Rs. 2 lakh. The practical side says: keep the FZ25 by spending Rs. 20,000 to 30,000 on it and continue using it. I don&apos;t ride very much at the moment, and my wife isn&apos;t particularly interested in motorcycle trips. My options are either repair and keep the FZ25. Second option is to buy the Himalayan 440 and keep it for long term and last, wait another 1-2 years and decide later. I would love some brutally practical advice, especially considering the Rs. 3 lakh price and relatively low riding usage.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/models/colors/20260907_084026_1d366f77.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/bmw-ix4-electric-coupe-suv-spotted-testing-440700</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T15:31:39+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>BMW iX4 electric coupe SUV spotted testing</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_094604_9d393191.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/electric-vs-petrol-scooter-rust-proof-chassis-budget-scooter-502230</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T15:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, I have been riding TVS Jupiter since 2017 and my usage is around 20 km but now, when I took it for service, I came to know that the chassis of the bike has rusted and there are cracks in it. Since I am unable to find a spare, I want to change it.  Should I go for electric or petrol scooter? If I choose the electric scooter, will the rusting problem still persist in the chassis. Please provide your valuable suggestion as I want to go for a budget scooter.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/TVS/iQube/500_0996.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/how-different-is-the-2026-maruti-baleno-from-its-predecessor-441031</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T15:28:51+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>How different is the 2026 Maruti Baleno from its predecessor?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260909_085526_b03c7ac6.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/industry/electric-two-wheeler-sales-fall-11-percent-in-august-after-record-july-440699</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T15:23:56+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Electric two-wheeler sales fall 11 percent in August after record July 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_095138_3316b638.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/benefits-up-to-rs-310-lakh-on-maruti-grand-vitara-in-september-2026-440698</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T15:05:31+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Benefits of up to Rs 3.10 lakh on Maruti Grand Vitara in September 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_083535_c4dbff03.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-suv-or-sedan-under-30-lakh-offers-good-mileage-502214</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T15:00:11+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am looking to buy either an SUV or a Sedan under a budget of Rs. 28 - 30 lakh. I drive an average of 120 km everyday. I am not looking for an EV because the charging infrastructure is not very reliable where I drive to. Could you suggest me a car with good mileage?</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/auto-images/2027-ktm-690-rally-image-gallery-440457</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T14:52:52+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2027 KTM 690 Rally Image Gallery</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/image-galleries/images/20260909_090638_fffb66f7.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/amt-car-for-first-time-driver-among-exter-amaze-and-fronx-502220</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T14:30:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am a first time driver looking for an AMT car. I have shortlisted Hyundai Exter, Honda Amaze and Maruti Suzuki Fronx. I like Fronx the most but compared to Exter and Amaze, its basic features are missing. Further, I have found some visibility issue while driving in nearby area  because bonet comes in my near vision. Exter is good but I have heard negative reviews about it. Amaze is good too for AMT but I am little confused whether I should go for sedan in today&apos;s market. I would be mostly driving on weekends so my driving will be mix of city and highway for trips. I stay in Mumbai and I personally don&apos;t like Punch and Brezza. While Punch is for space and Brezza is for features and build quality in comparison to other car. I am not particularly sure about Nexon AMT&apos;s performance. I need your guidance about a car that will be suitable for me in a budget of Rs. 9 to 10 lakh.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/Galleries/20241205010436_1 _29_.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/kinetic-dx-price-and-variants-explained-441030</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T14:26:45+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kinetic DX price and variants explained</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260909_082819_ecfb18e7.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/byd-seal-u-plug-in-hybrid-suv-spotted-range-testing-in-india-440697</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T14:13:47+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>BYD Seal U plug-in hybrid SUV spotted range-testing in India</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_082413_8759ff58.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/hyryder-hybrid-vs-duster-hybrid-which-one-to-buy-502216</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T14:05:10+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I’m torn between the top-spec Toyota Hyryder Hybrid and the Duster Hybrid. I’m not sure if the Duster Hybrid’s characteristics can be extrapolated from the Turbo-Petrol variant, so I would appreciate some advice. I am planning to purchase the car around the Diwali season.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Renault/duster/500_5450.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/2027-ktm-690-rally-unveiled-440696</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T13:20:21+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2027 KTM 690 Rally Unveiled</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_073407_2e7f67d4.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-car-should-i-buy-xuv-3xo-vs-brezza-502217</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T12:30:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am looking to buy my first car and am confused between the Mahindra XUV 3XO RevX M and the new Brezza VXi Turbo. I am particularly confused about the actual operation and long-term maintenance costs of the TGDi and TCMPFi technologies. The Mahindra has a very nice interior but lacks Android Auto and a few other features. The Brezza also misses out on some interior features, but I am not too concerned about the maintenance of the TGDi engine.

Considering long-term comfort, maintenance costs, and value for money, which car would be the better choice?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/New_Brezza_Turbo_Boosterjet.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/toyota-glanza-facelift-to-debut-on-october-14-440695</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T12:12:43+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Toyota Glanza facelift to debut on October 14</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/legacy/cdni/mmv_images/colors/20250610052528_Toyota_Glanza_Sportin_Red[1].jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/skoda-vw-india-jsw-motors-sign-non-binding-mou-440694</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T10:24:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Skoda and JSW Green Mobility sign non-binding MoU</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260909_052621_11e56b1c.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/kia-sorento-base-vs-mg-hector-tomahawk-phev-top-trim-which-one-is-better-value-441026</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T09:00:15+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kia Sorento base vs MG Hector Tomahawk PHEV top trim: Which offers better value?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260908_091302_39ad9f7f.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/3-reasons-to-buy-the-2026-maruti-baleno-and-2-to-skip-it-441029</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T08:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>3 reasons to buy the 2026 Maruti Baleno and 2 to skip it</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260908_123521_5b320699.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/qjmotor-patents-single-cylinder-v-twin-engine-440693</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-09T07:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>QJMotor patents single-cylinder ‘V-Twin’ Engine</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260908_130524_470810c9.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/bmw-i5-lwb-vs-lexus-es-500e-specs-features-comparison-441024</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T18:39:07+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>BMW i5 LWB vs Lexus ES 500e specs, features comparison</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260908_112431_4b14adcd.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/honda-elevate-facelift-to-debut-in-early-october-440691</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T17:43:10+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Honda Elevate facelift to debut in early October 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India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T16:38:43+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Next-gen Triumph Tiger 1200 teased on round-the-world record attempt</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260908_110548_d0a2ab40.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/kawasaki-teases-updated-ninja-h2-440689</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T16:33:49+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kawasaki teases updated Ninja H2</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260908_105704_6e24c5d6.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-car-for-new-driver-under-12-lakh-for-highway-use-502186</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T16:01:39+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am a first-time car buyer and relatively new to driving. Most of my travel involves highway driving, with occasional trips through city traffic. I am looking for an automatic car with a budget of under Rs. 12 lakh. Could you suggest a suitable car based on these requirements?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/New_Brezza_Turbo_Boosterjet.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/benefits-up-to-rs-3-lakh-on-mahindra-scorpio-n-in-september-2026-440688</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T15:46:29+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Benefits up to Rs 3 lakh on Mahindra Scorpio N in September 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260908_101112_b2f3bd09.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/skoda-kylaq-vs-tata-punch-automatic-for-city-driving-502160</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T15:30:09+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, at present, I am using Tata Altroz DCT and want to replace with some compact SUV. My running is mostly in city area with bumper-to-bumper traffic around 450 km per month. I have chosen Skoda Kylaq Signature Plus and Tata Punch Adventure, both in AT, petrol mode. My budget is around 10-12 lakhs. Which one out of these, would you suggest or any other car is best for me?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Skoda/kylaq/Skoda%20Kylaq_2_OP709803.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/royal-enfield-himalayan-440-vs-450-price-and-specifications-compared-441027</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T15:17:04+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Royal Enfield Himalayan 440 vs 450: Price and specifications compared</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260908_093540_76b5372e.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/2017-baleno-diesel-resale-value-and-new-suv-under-15-lakh-502180</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T15:00:01+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Currently, I own Maruti Suzuki Baleno Alpha 1.3 (2017) diesel that has crossed 12,000km and its current mileage is 14kpl in the city. At what price should I sell this as I currently have an offer for Rs. 3 - 3.5 lakh. Once I sell my car, which SUV should I buy for my family under Rs. 15 lakh ( maximum on-road budget). I prefer comfort, space, mileage and performance and I prefer to keep the car for at least 10 years. My 85% usage is in the Kanpur city (Tier-2 city) and my monthly driving is 1000-1100 km. In 4-5 months, I travel from Kanpur to Delhi or from Kanpur to Jaipur. I am confused about what should I do with issues like the current ethanol blending scenario in India, diesel bio mixing, diesel DPF problem, EV infrastructure issue as well as range problem and battery degradation. Which fuel variant should I be looking at?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/New_Brezza_Turbo_Boosterjet.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/maruti-wagon-r-zxi-plus-vs-baleno-vs-glanza-vs-renault-triber-turbo-under-10-lakh-502074</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T14:30:11+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I currently own a used Maruti Ciaz (2025) and am planning to shift to a smaller car since my regular driving is within the city and occasional long highway rides. Is Maruti Suzuki Wagon R ZXI Plus 1.2 a good choice considering Maruti&apos;s reliability and easy access to inexpensive spare parts? I do not want to stretch my budget beyond 10 lakh. Alternatively, should I consider Baleno, Glanza or upcoming Renault Triber Turbo?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/wagon-r/_DSC2429.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-4-metre-suv-under-11-lakh-for-150km-weekly-running-502146</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T14:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hello, I am planning to buy a sub-4 meter SUV. My budget is Rs. 10-11 lakh and my weekly running is 100-150 km. Please suggest me a budget friendly car.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Mahindra/xuv-3xo/500_8436.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/benefits-up-to-rs-75-000-on-tata-nexon-in-september-2026-440684</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T13:01:51+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Benefits up to Rs 75,000 on Tata Nexon in September 2026</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260908_073502_5ec713cb.png</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/automatic-cars-under-14-5-lakh-for-decent-mileage-and-hassle-free-service-502159</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T12:45:02+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, I want to buy an automatic car under a budget of Rs. 13.5 - 14.5  lakh. I want a low maintenance car that offers best mileage in this range and has hassle free service. My daily commute is around 30-40km. Sometimes, I also do highway driving. My options include Nexon Creative DCA petrol, Kia Sonet HTK Plus Diesel, Hyundai Venue HX 5 Turbo DCT and Maruti Suzuki Brezza VXi AT?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Maruti-Suzuki/Brezza/New_Brezza_Turbo_Boosterjet.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/bmw-m340i-to-be-replaced-by-new-m350-next-gen-details-revealed-440686</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T12:44:21+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>BMW M340i to be replaced by new M350; next-gen details revealed</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260908_063504_6e770114.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/car-news/skoda-may-retire-superb-amid-vw-restructuring-440687</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T12:40:38+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Next-gen Skoda Superb, Octavia could be folded into one model</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260908_114126_12d5ea69.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/auto-features/royal-enfield-himalayan-750-what-you-should-expect-441023</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T12:31:46+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Royal Enfield Himalayan 750: What you should expect</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260908_065918_46d7cfa3.jpeg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/hatchbacks-in-bangalore-alternatives-to-maruti-swift-zxi-plus-amt-502167</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T12:00:07+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am planning to buy a hatchback. We currently own a Swift ZDi AMT and an Ertiga ZXi AT. The Swift has done around 1,30,000 km, while the Ertiga has only 12,000 km on the odometer. I am based in Bangalore. I mainly use the Ertiga for my daily commute to work, which involves a lot of bumper-to-bumper traffic and finding It difficult to drive Ertiga. I drive around 1,200-1,500 km per month, mostly for my daily office commute (around 20 km) and highway driving on weekends. I am considering trading in the Swift and upgrading to a new Swift ZXi+ AMT. My main priorities are hassle-free ownership and decent mileage. Before I finalise the Swift, are there any other hatchbacks that I should consider?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/models/colors/20260906_062440_001b4726.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-kia-seltos-suitable-for-a-5-foot-tall-driver-in-terms-of-ergonomics-and-visibility-502077</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T11:30:07+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>My wife (5&apos;0&quot;) and I are buying an automatic car primarily for city commutes with occasional highway trips. We are considering the Kia Seltos. Is it a good choice specifically regarding seating ergonomics and visibility for a 5-foot tall driver?</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-video-reviews/2026-maruti-suzuki-baleno-facelift-video-review-440548</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T11:12:22+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>2026 Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift video review </news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260908_054126_3caf5a0c.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-1-5-litre-suv-should-i-buy-for-reliability-build-quality-performance-and-mileage-502097</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T11:00:04+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hello. I own a 2022 Tata Punch manual and have recently started facing severe cabin rattling while driving off-road and while reversing at low speeds. I have escalated the issue to Tata Motors&apos; top management, but there has been no solution. I am now planning to upgrade to a 1.5-litre SUV. My average driving is around 100km per month. Please suggest a good SUV with better build quality, performance, mileage and, most importantly, reliability.</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-reviews/maruti-suzuki-baleno-facelift-review-change-of-heart-440547</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T11:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Maruti Suzuki Baleno facelift review: Change of heart</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/reviews/images/20260908_051056_cf2558d4.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/advice/which-suv-should-i-buy-to-replace-the-ford-freestyle-for-highway-and-challenging-road-use-502106</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T10:30:03+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am currently looking to upgrade my vehicle. My existing Ford Freestyle petrol has covered 1,46,000 km over seven years. My typical driving pattern consists of 60% highway and 40% city driving, primarily in a mining region where road conditions are challenging. I am considering the Kia Sonet diesel, Mahindra XUV 3XO and Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder as potential replacements. I would greatly appreciate your recommendation.</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/should-i-buy-the-new-duster-1-3-turbo-techno-plus-or-hyundai-creta-s-o-502135</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T10:01:37+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>I am looking for a mid-size SUV in the Rs 15-16 lakh range. I have narrowed my list down to the new Duster 1.3 Turbo Techno+ and the Hyundai Creta 1.5 NA S(O). I really like the Creta&apos;s interior, but I am concerned that since Kia has already launched the new-generation Seltos, the new-generation Creta may not be far away. My daily running is approximately 80km, mostly on the highway, with some city driving. Please suggest which would be the better buy.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/Renault/duster/500_5315.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-suv-under-rs-21-lakh-should-i-buy-for-safety-features-mileage-and-family-space-502139</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T09:38:54+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Hi, I currently drive a Kia Sonet HTX iMT, which I purchased in December 2020. It has covered around 46,500km so far, with an annual running of approximately 10,000km. My current daily usage is 34km, mainly on the highway, as my office is in an industrial area. I am now looking to upgrade to a mid-size SUV with an automatic transmission. My priorities are a feature-rich car with a 5-star safety rating, good mileage, and enough space for a family of four, with occasional seating for six people. My expected usage will be around 80% city and 20% highway driving in the future. My budget is around Rs 21 lakh, although I can stretch it slightly for a better overall package. Please suggest some suitable options.</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://cdn-s3.autocarindia.com/hyundai/Alcazar/500_1675.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/kia-sorento-vs-toyota-fortuner-whose-top-spec-diesel-variant-offers-more-value-441022</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T08:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Kia Sorento vs Toyota Fortuner: Whose top-spec diesel variant offers more value?</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/features/images/20260907_110631_1e731f20.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url><url><loc>https://www.autocarindia.com/bike-news/simple-energy-crosses-10000-annual-sales-for-the-first-time-440678</loc><news:news><news:publication><news:name>Autocar India</news:name><news:language>en</news:language></news:publication><news:publication_date>2026-09-08T07:00:00+05:30</news:publication_date><news:title>Simple Energy crosses 10,000 units in annual sales for the first time</news:title></news:news><image:image><image:loc>https://asset.autocarindia.com/static/news/images/20260907_111330_56b1591e.jpg</image:loc></image:image></url></urlset>