If you drive 3,000-5,000km per month, an electric car is simply not an option for you. Even if you do have the adequate charging infrastructure to keep your battery topped up to cover that many kilometres a month, charging so frequently is not good for the battery’s health, and it will be worn down prematurely.
Even a petrol car is not ideal as your running costs will be through the roof. While some states have restrictions on long-term diesel ownership, in the short term, within 10 years, it should not be an issue as long as the car meets the latest emissions norms. That considered, you should check out the Tata Sierra diesel, which is spacious, punchy and comfortable.
If you’re still not comfortable with a diesel car, get a strong hybrid like the Maruti Suzuki Victoris, or wait for the Renault Duster hybrid, which is launching around Diwali.