शेवरले ऑप्ट्रा [2005-2007] यूज़र रिव्यूज़

I test drove most cars in this segment and found the suspension of the Optra Royale to be excellent for the Indian roads. As for the leather seats, I would have preferred to see a bit of cushioning inside...sometimes I feel a fabric seat is more comfortable especially when u take into account the heat. The Ac though its really superb, does not help with the seat base or back...and u do tend to sweat as ur body is stuck with the leather! I guess this is common with most leather seat cars here. As for the audio, I wonder why no tweaters were provided and the factory fitted MP3 system is no comparison to the Bosch system in 1.8 AT. I would NOT recommend this car for 2-wheeler cities with tiny roads like Pune ....as it will severely limit its capabilities....if its highway miles you are seeking, then this is the car for you.Perfect price performance ratio in comparison to any premium cars including SkodaYou may get too attached with it...to let it go...!

Exterior May not be the best looking car on the roads, but definitely a head turner!

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Extreamly spacious, especially at the rear seats. My mom, sis & bhanja party are very happy! Classy & rich interiors. Nothing jazzy & funcky! All the things are where they should be.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Exellent performance. Very good pickup too. But milage is on a lower side. If your running is more than 1000 km/mth, this may pinch you. But mine is not, so I am not complaining!

Ride Quality & Handling Very smooth with no noice at all! At times while waiting at a signal my mom asked whether the car is switched off! On highways, the car feels well planted & gives great confidance while driving & cornering. Shockups are little hard so you may feel a bump while on 20 km/hr in city; but on highways beyond 60 km/hr they are real good. you dont feel the need to slow down at all for small/mid size potholes. AC is very powerful too.

Final Words Excellent choice if you want little more from your car than some small milage diffrence. It may drink little more fuel, but gives so much more in return! If you are not overly calculative & know how to enjoy a fine car, Optra is the choice for you! I will never regret that I chose Optra over City / Verna / Fiesta / Veno & Rapid!

Areas of improvement The headlights are little dim, especially on highways, I changed them within months for higher ones. Same goes with the horn!

Great looks, Extreamly spacious, Classy interiors, Good power & performanceMilage