A perfect compact car

Exterior The VXi version still manages to command some attention with its stylish and sleek design. The rear panel of lighting is impressive.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) The front seats offer lot of space and good headroom as well. The rear seats have slightly less legroom but the space is ideal to comfortably seat even two fat people. Three passengers can squeeze for a short drive though. Set of features are limited to Radio/Casette player (outdated now), AC panel works well to cool off some heat.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox The all aluminium engine is responsive. The gearshifts are sleek. Fuel economy is acceptable under the conditions and period when the car was designed and launched.

Ride Quality & Handling  Driving is very comfortable and it is easy to manouevre the car through the city roads. The power steering makes driving light and comfortable.

Final Words  Overall, it is a very good value for money for a perfect compact car that still holds a good premium. The ratings stands much taller that some of the contemporary compact cars of this generation. A true Zen from Maruti Suzuki.

Areas of improvement A slightly more powerful AC and better legroom for rear passengers. A roof top light for rear passengers would have been very useful.