Choosing the right car variant is one of the most important decisions when buying a new car in India. Different variants offer different features, safety equipment and price points. In V3Cars Variants Explained articles, we break down every variant feature-by-feature, analyse price differences, evaluate value for money and clearly recommend which variant you should buy. Our methodology focuses on real-world usability, essential features and long-term ownership practicality to help buyers make smarter decisions.
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In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Kia Syros EV you should buy based on the prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the Syros EV variants and their features. Then we will compare the electric motor specs, range, battery capacity and dimensions of the Syros EV with its competitors such as the Maruti E Vitara, Tata Nexon EV 45, Tata Curvv EV and the MG Windsor.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the 2026 Tata Sierra EV you should buy based on the prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the new Sierra EV's variants and their features. Then we will compare the electric motor specs, range, battery capacity and dimensions of the Tata Sierra EV with its competitors like the Hyundai Creta Electric 51, Mahindra BE6 and Vinfast VF7.

In this variants explained article, you'll find out which variant of the new Tata Tiago petrol or Tiago CNG you should buy based on the price, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the 2026 Tiago’s petrol & CNG variants and the features. Then we will compare the engine specs, dimensions and mileage of the Tata Tiago 2026 with its competitors. We’ll compare the Tiago 2026 petrol specs with other petrol-powered B1-segment hatchbacks such as Hyundai Grand i10 Nios, Maruti Swift, Celerio and WagonR. We’ll also compare the Tiago 2026 CNG specs with CNG-powered B1-segment hatchbacks such as Hyundai Grand i10 Nios CNG, Maruti Swift CNG, Celerio CNG and WagonR CNG.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Mahindra BE 6 you should buy based on the prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the BE 6's variants and their features. Then we will compare the electric motor specs, range, battery capacity and dimensions of the Mahindra BE 6 with its competitors like the Hyundai Creta Electric, Maruti e Vitara, Toyota Ebella, Vinfast VF6 and Tata Curvv EV.

In this variants explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Skoda Kushaq petrol you should buy based on the price, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the Kushaq's petrol variants and the features. Then we will compare the engine specs, dimensions and mileage of the Skoda Kushaq with its competitors and other petrol-powered C-segment SUVs such as Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Vitara, Maruti Victoris Renault Duster, Toyota Hyryder, Tata Curvv, Tata Sierra, Honda Elevate, MG Astor, Citroen Aircross, Citroen Basalt & Volkswagen Taigun.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Tata Punch petrol you should buy based on the ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the Punch's petrol variants and the features to figure out which variant is worth buying for a good value for money and ownership experience. Then we will compare the engine specs, dimensions and mileage of the Tata Punch with its competitors and other petrol-powered affordable SUVs and crossovers like the Hyundai Exter, Citroen C3, Renault Kiger and Nissan Magnite.

In this variants explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Skoda Kylaq petrol you should buy based on the ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money for a balanced ownership experience. Here we compare and objectively analyse the 2026 Kylaq’s petrol variants and their features. Then we will compare the engine specs, dimensions and mileage of the 2026 Skoda Kylaq with its competitors and other petrol-powered B2-segment SUVs like the Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, Maruti Suzuki Brezza, Nissan Magnite, Renault Kiger, Mahindra XUV3XO and Citroen C3.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Maruti Suzuki Victoris you should buy based on variant-wise features while prioritising functionality, usability and value for money based on the ex-showroom prices. Here we compare and analyse the petrol, CNG and hybrid variants of the Victoris and their features to figure out which variant will offer a balanced ownership experience without compromising on the value front. Then we will compare the engine specs, dimensions of the 2026 Maruti Suzuki Victoris with its competitors and other C-segment SUVs such as Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Vitara, Renault Duster, Toyota Hyryder, Tata Curvv, Tata Sierra, Honda Elevate, Skoda Kushaq, MG Astor, Citroen Aircross, Citroen Basalt & Volkswagen Taigun.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the 2026 Tata Punch EV facelift you should buy based on the prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the new Punch EV's variants and their features. Then we will compare the electric motor specs, range, battery capacity and dimensions of the Tata Punch EV with its competitors like the Citroen eC3 and also the Nexon EV.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Maruti Suzuki E Vitara you should buy based on the prices, variant-wise features and value for money. Here we compare and objectively analyse the EVitara variants and their features. Then we will compare the electric motor specs, range, battery capacity and dimensions of the Evitara with its competitors such as the Toyota Ebella, Hyundai Creta Electric, MG Windsor EV, Tata Curvv EV, Mahindra BE 6 and Vinfast VF6.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Toyota Ebella you should buy based on ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money for a balanced ownership experience. Here we compare and objectively analyse the 2026 Ebella’s 4 variants and their features. Then we will compare the electric motor and battery specs, dimensions and range of the 2026 Toyota Ebella with its competitors and other electric-powered SUVs such as Hyundai Creta Electric, Maruti EVitara, MG Windsor, Mahindra BE6, Vinfast VF6 and Tata Curvv EV.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Kia Seltos you should buy based on ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money for a balanced ownership experience. Here we compare and objectively analyse the 2026 Seltos’s petrol and diesel variants and their features. Then we will compare the engine specs, dimensions and mileage of the 2026 Kia Seltos with its competitors and other petrol- & diesel-powered crossovers and SUVs such as the Hyundai Creta, Tata Sierra, Maruti Vitara, Victoris, MG Astor and Honda Elevate.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Mahindra XEV 9S you should buy based on ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money for a balanced ownership experience. Here we compare and objectively analyse the 2026 XEV 9S’s 4 variants and their features. Then we will compare the electric motor and battery specs, dimensions and range of the 2026 Mahindra XEV 9S with its competitors and other electric-powered SUVs and MPVs such as the BYD eMax 7, Mahindra XEV 9e, Tata Harrier EV and Kia Clavis EV.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Tata Sierra you should buy based on ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money for a balanced ownership experience. Here we compare and objectively analyse the 2026 Sierra’s petrol and diesel variants and their features. Then we will compare the engine specs, dimensions and mileage of the 2026 Tata Sierra with its competitors and other petrol- & diesel-powered crossovers and SUVs such as the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Vitara, Victoris, MG Astor and Honda Elevate.

In this variant explained article, you'll find out which variant of the Hyundai Venue you should buy based on ex-showroom prices, variant-wise features and value for money for a balanced ownership experience. Here we compare and objectively analyse the 2025 Venue’s petrol and diesel variants and their features. Then we will compare the engine specs, dimensions and mileage of the 2025 Hyundai Venue with its competitors and other petrol-powered crossovers and SUVs like Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, Mahindra 3XO, Tata Punch, Citroen C3, Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger.

In this article, we’ll estimate the ex-showroom prices of the 2024 Mahindra Thar Roxx (Thar 5-door) off-road SUV and explain the logic behind the calculations. We’ll first look at the prices of the Thar 3-door 4WD variants to form a baseline and then evaluate the competitors to get an understanding of the prevailing market conditions. Let’s begin with looking at the Thar 3-door ex-showroom prices in India.

The Mahindra Scorpio N is the talk of the town and thanks to its pricing, it goes directly against its sibling — the Mahindra XUV700. The XUV700 comes loaded to the gills and there are a lot of features that are exclusive to it in the brand’s portfolio.

Mahindra have revealed the prices of the much-awaited Scorpio N but the homegrown SUV maker will only start accepting orders from July 30. The new Scorpio N is improved in many aspects but its competition seems to pack more tech and other feel-good features.

Maruti Suzuki have revealed the all-new Grand Vitara and as we expected, it is very similar to its sibling, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder. Toyota and Maruti Suzuki joined hands to develop these 2 hybrid SUVs and they will hit showrooms near the festive season this year.

Maruti Suzuki are all set to reveal the all-new Grand Vitara SUV on July 20. The upcoming SUV, which will share its powertrains with the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, can now be booked via Maruti Nexa dealerships or online. Ahead of its launch, the starting price of the Grand Vitara has leaked online.

Hyundai have launched the 2022 Venue facelift in India. It gets some styling updates along with a list of new features. However, compared to the competition, the 2022 Venue still misses out on a few features.

Maruti Suzuki recently revealed the Grand Vitara Hybrid SUV. The Grand Vitara will replace the S-Cross in the market and rival other C-Segment SUVs like the Hyundai Creta and Kia Seltos when it goes on sale in early September. In the meantime, we try to calculate the expected prices of the Grand Vitara based on its features, perceived value, and historical price strategy of Maruti Suzuki India Limited.

Toyota recently announced the prices of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder hybrid variants. While we still await the prices of the Hyryder’s mild-hybrid manual, automatic and AWD variants, Maruti Suzuki have revealed the prices of all variants of the Hyryder’s cousin, the Grand Vitara. Based on the Grand Vitara’s prices, we try to estimate the prices of the Hyryder’s mild hybrid variants.

On September 2, we reported that Kia might launch the Seltos facelift in 2022. However, we have learned from reliable sources that Kia will launch the Seltos facelift in 2023. If Kia participate in the Auto Expo 2023, then we can expect Kia to showcase at the event and launch soon thereafter. Globally, Kia revealed the Seltos facelift in South Korea in June 2022.

Mahindra have dropped the first teaser for the 2022 Scorpio. It has been internally codenamed the Z101. The carmaker has not named the SUV in the teaser and calls it the Big Daddy Of SUVs. The teaser also says that the Z101 will take on D-segment SUVs, making it evident that it is indeed the new-gen Scorpio.