I have a budget of Rs 22 lakh & the new SUV will replace my 7-year-old Hyundai Xcent that has done 70,000 km.
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Dear BHPians,
I currently have a Hyundai Xcent SX (O) Petrol which I have used for 7+ years with a 70K mileage. I am in the plan now to upgrade to an SUV.
Below are my requirements
- A feature-loaded SUV which has good power (my Xcent struggles especially with AC on, it’s really difficult to overtake). When I say power, I am not an enthusiastic driver, I just want to have a car that can easily overtake and go to 120-130 speed and also climb up a hill on occasions.
- Don’t want a huge SUV as I have parking limitations.
- Comfortable ride for both driver and passenger.
- Sunroof, preferably panoramic as my son won’t budge for anything less.
- FE to be decent.
- Prefer petrol, somehow have an aversion to diesel. Does BS6 norms have an impact on diesel engines? Not sure on that aspect.
- Has to be automatic, done with manual driving in Bangalore.
I started my test drive journey a few days back. I test drove Taigun and Astor, and have Creta and Alcazar test drive planned.
Although Taigun 1.5l was fun to drive, I felt that the interior and the overall inside experience wasn’t that great and for some strange reason it doesn’t have leather and ventilated seats in the 1.5L version. Also, the sunroof is not panoramic, which I could have compromised if other features were there, but for now, it’s ruled out. Since Skoda Kushaq is the same won’t be looking at that as well. Also, auto-folding ORVMs is a must for me.
Next comes the Astor. I had looked at the car on road and felt it to be a smaller SUV, but when it came for the test drive, it looked pretty big. It’s very comfortable and loaded with features. 1.3 turbo had a good response as well, although not as great as the Taigun but was decent overall. I was not a fan of that AI stuff inside though. Also, the car back seat didn’t look wide enough for occasional 3 adult usage, although it was very comfortable and had a great view from the sunroof, felt a bit small. Also, I would have preferred beige interiors, which sadly isn’t an option turbo version.
Now, I have Creta and Alcazar left. I have read tonnes of reviews and videos but I am very confused between Astor, Creta and Alcazar.
- Astor – Seems a good fit but will it be an upgrade for my Xcent in terms of seating, is my worry. I would have my parents occasionally travelling with me and would need that 5 seater capability. It is also missing wireless charging and ventilated seats.
- Creta – I love this car (at least on paper), my only worry is the upgrade coming in mid of 2022 and the wait times. Also, blind-spot monitoring would have been nice along with a 360 camera. which may come in mid-2022.
- Alcazar – It wasn’t an option till I saw the car. It has all the features and I love the captain seat option, but again since I have heard the 3rd row is cramped it defeats my purpose of a proper 5 seater. Will have to see how the test drive goes.
So overall I am very confused now and not able to decide which one to pick.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Looking forward to hearing from BHPians.
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