Tata cars in India (18)
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My monthly running is around 1,500 km, mainly on highways, and I want a car with an automatic transmission. Should I choose petrol or diesel? Also, please suggest a suitable vehicle within a โน15 lakh budget.
Since most of your running is on the highways, a diesel SUV would be a good choice. Also, a manual gearbox will be good enough for the highways and will offer a better driving experience and efficiency.
The Tata Nexon with the 1.5-litre diesel engine offers strong performance and good efficiency. It is also quite practical with a large boot and a fantastic ride quality that is segment-best. In your budget, you can get the top-spec Fearless+ trim that gets a well-packed cabin with a lot of features.
Hi Autocar, you are doing a splendid job in the auto sector - congratulations to the Autocar team and thank you for your service. My query is about choosing between the Tata Sierra, Kia Seltos (new), and ล koda Kushaq. My budget is โน15 lakh. Please guide me.
Hi, thank you so much for your kind words. Really glad you are enjoying our work.
Between the three cars, if you are looking for a car for city commutes and considering your budget, we would suggest the Kia Seltos. In your budget, you will get the HTE (O) powered by a 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine. The engine is smooth, refined and has enough power for daily usage and even for highway driving, it feels enough. The new Seltos too feels premium inside out, and even in the bottom or in this case mid variant comes very well equipped.
The Tata Sierraโs 1.5-litre naturally aspirated engine feels just about enough for city driving, but out on the highway, it could have done with more power. In your budget, you will get only the base Smart + variant, or if you stretch by 50,000 over your budget, then the Pure variant will fit. But the Sierra in the lower variants is not that well equipped. In fact, the base variant doesโt come with an infotainment at all.
The Skoda Kushaq facelift will be launched in March 2026, and if you are willing to wait, do glance at it. It will come with revised design and more features than the current car.
I want to upgrade my Brezza by November 2026. I am looking for a car with Level 2 ADAS, a panoramic sunroof, electric seats, ventilated seats, and cruise control. I am open to both 5 and 7-seater options, with a budget of Rs 30 to 35 lakh. Please suggest suitable options.
Which diesel automatic engine is better - the Kia Seltos diesel AT or the Tata Sierra diesel AT? I am planning to buy the Seltos HTK O AT diesel or the Sierra Pure Plus AT/Adventure Plus AT. Please advise.
The Tata Sierra and Kia Seltos remain two of the few SUVs in this segment that still have a diesel engine option.
As such, they're quite similar on paper - both are 1.5-litre, four-cylinder units and both are mated to smooth 6-speed torque converter automatic gearboxes. Their outputs are similar too; the Seltos produces 116 hp and 250Nm while the Sierra a slightly higher 118hp and 280Nm, and in practice, the Sierra's diesel engine feels the stronger and punchier of the two as well.
It is better suited to quick overtakes, and its 6-speed AT is a bit more responsive too. The Seltos has the advantage of being more refined, but other than that, its gearbox is not as snappy, and overall it feels the lazier of the two powertrains.
Does the Tata Sierra Pure Plus petrol 1.5 NA DCA have power issues? Is it good for driving in the hills?
My daily running is about 150-200 km, mostly in village/rural areas. I want to buy a car that gives good mileage and safety, with adequate ground clearance, boot space, and basic necessary features. My budget is about โน8-12 lakh. Can you suggest a car?
โIf you are looking for good mileage, you can consider the Maruti Suzuki Fronx 1.2 litre. In our real-world testing, it returned over 13 kpl in the city and around 20 kpl on the highway. It has a 190mm ground clearance and a 308litre boot.
Another option - if you have access to CNG stations, you could look at the updated Tata Punch CNG. While the petrol Punch is not the most fuel-efficient option, the CNG version will lower your running costs significantly.
While its 193mm ground clearance is sufficient for most roads, the 210-litre boot space (CNG) is smaller and may not meet your requirements.
Hi, I currently drive the VW Taigun 1.0 since 2021 and am now looking to upgrade. Iโm confused between the Toyota Grand Vitara and the Tata Sierra. My usage is largely city driving with occasional highway trips. Can you suggest a good option (not limited to just these two)? My requirements are: petrol 5-seater SUV, premium looks, and latest tech. Thank you.
Between the two options on your shortlist, the Tata Sierra makes for a better upgrade from your Volkswagen Taigun. The Sierra's larger dimensions, roomier cabin and modern vibe make it feel like a step up from the Volkswagen. The Grand Vitara, though likeable, doesn't offer much more by way of space or features versus your current car.
You should also consider the new Kia Seltos. Its large size and sleek styling give it a premium appeal. There's sufficient cabin space for three at the back (a Sierra is roomier, though), and it's packed with lots of tech too.
I'm a new driver and want to buy a car for learning and occasional driving. Suggest a car in the budget of 8 lakh.
I am looking to upgrade my car by this Diwali. My budget is Rs 20-22 Lakhs. I have shortlisted Seltos HTX A IVT and Sierra Accomplished TGDI AT. Which one do you suggest, considering my annual run will be 7-8k km, with 4k km in NCR and the remaining on highways? Though I initially wanted a 7-seater, mileage is a concern. I was considering the 7XO and Safari.
Iโm 24 years old and planning to buy our first car, which will be shared between my parents and me (theyโre in their 50s and still learning to drive). My budget is around โน10-12 lakh, and I can stretch it by another โน1 lakh if needed. Iโm considering an automatic with a smooth transmission. Iโm confused between the Tata Nexon and the Mahindra XUV 3XO. I donโt know much about cars, so Iโd really appreciate your advice on which one would be a better fit for power, comfort, ease of driving, and overall value within my budget. Please also suggest specific automatic variants that make sense for my needs.
Last Updated on: 13 Jan 2026