Good car but let down by low interior comfort

Took the car for a test drive today (Gaurda showroom, Lalbhag Road, Bangloare). There are 3 variants, LXI, VXI and ZXI. Last one with airbag and ABS. I think for most VXI would do

Now, what’s good about the car

Good looks when you compare it with i10. Interior is mix of grey and sliver, different from what I have seen so far (Beige and Black). Engine is good enough, with 4 adults and AC on, it performed well. I don’t know whether it’s the shocks or bigger tires, car took on the small potholes really well, another advantage over i10. Gear shift is precise like a digital switch. City mileage is around 15kms (from Showroom rep).

What not good about this car

Space, you really feel cramped inside and more so in the back seat (I am 5.9 tall). Boot space is nothing, can’t even keep a midsize suitcase or traveler bag. Access to boot is not convenient due to high position, you have to lift the luggage really high to keep it there. Defiantly it will be a problem when you have to place heavy luggage. There is a bulge in the dashboard at the center which looks good but this might be problem for some as it affects road view. Control pedals (accelerator, break and clutch) again positioned high, you really have to push your leg to reach them which makes your leg touch the front of the dash board, not comfortable at all. Interior plastic feel cheap. Break lights are bulged out from the body, high chances of damage in high traffic place like our metros. 

Though on road price will be less than i10, I think i10 or even Palio 1.3 diesel is more practical.

Great Looks, Decent PowerSpace, Comfort