A better CAR on the road

Exterior

New suspension, New lights, New front grill, Wagnor logo chrome finish in back is unique in the class. All in all much better looks compared to old version. Looks like a mini SUV.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

The actual catch is here. On par plastic quality, nice console, neatly integrated music system, best sitting position, lots of space in rear too with class leading rear leg space. The vxi is loaded with

- All 4 power windows

- Central locking with remote keyless entry(for all 5 doors)

- dual horn and tilt steering

- front and rear defogger, rear wash and wiper(not common in many models)

any many more features

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

Although a 1000cc 3 pot engine, it is reasonably smooth. Gearbox is smooth. It needs a little more gas when ac is on and we drive at low rpm(its tuned for city driving and better mileage). Have driven some hundred kilometers and getting approximate average of 15+ in bangalore city traffic.

Ride Quality & Handling

Drivability is vastly improved. A newbie driver can easily handle it with confidence. Road grip is good with 14" wheels(only in VXI). The suspension is smooth. You can drive for a couple of hundred miles without fatigue. Can easily acomodate 5 adults easily. Its meant for city driving. The design doesn't permit racing type driving.

Final Words

Go for it if you practicality, comfort and value for money over style and speed. Although its not a bad looking car. You can't get a car with all these features in such a low price tag. Excelent package. But my suggestion to go for VXI which costs just 25k more and you don't need to spend much on accessories. It will be peace of mind. ABS and airbag will be an added advantage.

Areas of improvement  

Still not catching the fit and finish of i10 interiors and plastic quality. Low end torque is little less. Can provide a better music system although not bad either, but USB support is missing which I feel is a bit let down. Steering mounted audio controls would have been icing on the cake.

 

Space, Better styling than the old one, Better fuel economy , Awesome features, AC, DrivabilityPower is less with AC on in low speeds, Slightly less boot