A potential MVP!!

Just took a test drive today. Although I was looking for the Creta SX Diesel manual, it was not available so I took the test drive in the Creta S petrol manual model. It has 106 Nm lesser torque (144 Nm compared to 250 Nm on the diesel variant ) but weights lesser than the SX as well. It pulled great. I tested it at 10 kmph @ 3rd gear without A/C on a very steep hilly incline and it didn't stall and pulled wonderfully. Of course, in the same incline at the same speed and gear, the car struggled to pull when the A/C was on (auto) even in first gear. But I am sure that the diesel variant won't have this issue. Air conditioning was quick and effective though. The handling was great, braking was accurate, although I think it would be even better with rear disc brakes on the SX . One huge downside, which I think is the only downside, is the front visibility. The bonnet's front edge is not visible at all and the high rise interferes with the line of sight and therefore more care has to be taken while driving. But once acclimatized, it is not an issue at all. In fact I had no problems in driving it through the narrow link road I was in. Although shorter occupants could have a problem. Still, not a deal-breaker. Interior ergonomics are exceptional. Everything is located very strategically, the central armrest can be used for support while changing gears, buttons give a good tactile feel, seats are very comfortable and have great space and thigh support. Audio quality was great. Good clarity at high volumes. The infotainment system in the S model was the one in the old gen model, but the screen was bigger, brighter and slicker to use. Has good connectivity options. The gear throws were tight and short. In short, great value for money. The cons: No central armrest for rear passengers, no alloys, No cornering feature on the lamps. Other than these, the S model was perfect for me.