Hi Everyone!
I got a chance to test drive the new ertiga Zdi+ today. After driving for around half an hour, I must say that I am thoroughly impressed by this lovely utility vehicle (LUV).
The positive points which I observed:
1. The seats in all three rows are very comfortable. All seats offer very good thigh support and lower back support, and are positioned at a comfortable height. All rows have adjustable head rests too
2. The drivability is very good. Clutch is light. Steering is light at slow speeds and weighs up with speed. Overtaking on highways is also comfortable. Despite the turbo lag, I felt that city drivability is reasonable.
3. The DDIS engine is not much noisy as some reviews say. You can enjoy music and conversation with friends without being affected by engine noise
4. Visibility from driver's seat is excellent. It gives a big car feel while driving
5. Ride comfort was very good in first two rows. Third row was a bit bouncy on rough roads. I think ride quality in third row should improve when the first two rows are fully occupied (we were three average sized adults on board for this TD)
6. Boot space has improved considerably. It also provides some covered boot space as well for your laptop bags.
7. AC and music system offered satisfactory performance
8. Second row can seat 3 adults very comfortably. Third row can seat 2 medium sized adults of size upto 5'6" very comfortably. Taller adults can also be accommodated, but will lack thigh support.
9. Despite adopting the new lighter chassis, the overall weight of the vehicle has not been reduced much. It feels as solid as the previous generation model.o
Negatives:
1. The third row seats are a bit bouncy on rough roads
2. Beige interiors have become so common. They get dirty easily too
3. Fast cornering makes you a bit nervous
4. No cup holders on armrest in second row
5. Driver's arm rest is not positioned well
6. No caption seat option in any varient.
7. No parcel tray. Outsiders can see what is there in the boot. A small portion of the boot has cover, where one can keep a Laptop bag
Overall, I think the positives outplay the negatives, and ertiga emerges as a better family car compared to the previous model. Thanks.
Regards,
AGN