Mixed Bag

Originally considered buying a Baleno. But when colleagues and friends convinced me to go for a automatic I changed my decision and test drove the Nexon. The buying experience was good, despite Covid Protocol. The delivery everything was very warm and nice. The Nexon drives vey well. The AMT (I own the 1. 5 L Turbo diesel) has a very pronounced lag in the start, but after 10 -15 Km/h. It becomes smooth and linear. I got the delivery in August 2020. They did a software upgrade of the AMT earlier this year and since then its lag has reduced. Basically they increased the Idle rpm to 1000 from 500. I have done over 14500 kms and still running, most of it in city and only one highway ride. My Mileage in City drive is about 14 - 15 km/l and 19-20 on the highway. I have done only one highway ride so far. Few points, The car runs smooth with no engine noise or vibrations. But the cabin noise insulation is not as good as the Creta. Also in my car, I have a couple of issues which the service team has not been able to rectify so far. The boot door makes a noise every time the car experiences a jerk and the Interior panels keep making an irritating creaking noise. They are yet to resolve these issues on a permanent basis. They need to work on the fit and finish in their production and service section. While it soaks potholes it loses its composure over bad concrete roads and paver blocks. Not may OEM accessories are available for the Nexon. For e.g. you can't upgrade your music system etc. Also accessories like the leather steering wheel covers are not available with dealers. They need to work on this.