Overall a very good buy

I own an SX4 Vxi & I have driven 3500kms...I am listing out the good & the bad things of this car...Please take into consideration that this is my first car, so I may be wrong in some aspects...


Things I like:

1. Very good mileage.(almost 13.5kmpl in heavy city traffic without AC, in highway with ac about 13kmpl)
2. Raw power. It seems 120kmph is nothing for this beast.
3. Great looks(only the rear is a bit too high). Perhaps this is the most stylish looking car made in India till date.
4. Front seating is very comfortable & spacious.
5. Getting into & out of the vehicle is very easy as it is taller than all the other sedans(for elder people also).
6. The ground clearance is very good.
7. Steering is very easy at all speeds.
8. Brakes are good(I don't have ABS).
9. AC is good(a bit noisy but I guess that is same for all cars).
10. Cabin is almost totally sound proof.


Things I don't like:

1. The drivers view is totally blocked while taking a right turn.
2. Backing up is a problem due to poor rear visibility.
3. Engine is a bit noisy in lower gears(above 3000rpm @ 1st or 2nd gear)
4. Sometimes shifting in reverse gear gives me a problem.
5. The rear middle seat is a bit cramped & uncomfortable due to the hand rest.
6. Interiors look a bit cheap.

All in all I feel this is a very good buy under 7lacs onroad. I hope this topic will be helpful for buyers. I also request the owners to post their valuable opinions.Good fuel economy,Pretty Good style,Raw power,easy to get in & outCheap dashboard,less spacious rear sitting,driver's side view bad