8 out of 10 to this car

Exterior The exterior is quite good. although its hit or miss but one can definitely live with the exterior design. In comparison to what is there in market in 15 lacs bracket, XUV is quite refreshing.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) I am quite satisfied with the features given in this car. Have not found any problem with any of them and all seems to be working fine. Although I was quite worried after reading the reviews but my SAT NAV is working fine, speakers on both side are okay. Touchscreen is working quite well. All lights and buttons are intact. Some buttons are quite flimsy and regular use of them will demand early replacement.  Overall its quite spacious except the third row which is strictly for kids.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox So far its good performance. I did face problem while changing the gear from one to two and two to one. But now i am quite comfortable as I dont need to change the gear to one even at red signal. The car takes off quite smoothly at second gear so that problem is solved. Engine is peppy and pick up is quite good while overtaking. Although some time there is noise while using undergear which gives me indication to change the gear.

On my recent trip to Aurangabad we got an average of 12.9 with AC on all the time which is quite decent.

Ride Quality & Handling On slow speed the car suspension do not absorb any bad patch of road, however we drove the car at high speed of 80-100 and even the bad patch seemed absolutely smooth and perfect. We didnt felt the bad road at all.Overall ride quality is excellent at high speed. On low speed its quite good on even road.

Final Words I will give 8 out of 10 to this car.

Areas of improvement Would love to see improvement in Gear change becoming more smooth. Cabin noise insulation to be done properly. Car suspension to be smooth on slow speed on uneven roads.and Finally some more power like 180 or so.

Space in the middle row, looks, and handlingGear change 1 & 2 , suspension at low speed on bad road, Noise Insulation