Value for Money car and Understated (Purchased in 2013)

Exterior Exteriors depends on individuals. However I have bought this car not because of the exteriors but this was the only car which was offering ABS and Airbags within my budget.

The front bumper has got a design in such a way that I managed to fix DRLs which made the car more visible and it also made the car look good.

Overall its good and I seriously miss rear wiper.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Interiors are basic and you have good space inside the car. Big glass area give you good all round visibility. In this variant we got music player which serves the purpose (bluetooth is missed and I am managing with AUX cable). Its has good space and has enough space in the boot. It could have been better if the luggage lamp was given in the boot. It has enough storage space, could have been better if more storage was given.

Seats are very comfortable and there is very less fatigue when driving long distances.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox This car has a very good and responsive engine which is suitable for both city and highway use. Its nearing 4 years I own this car and never faced any issues. Very reliable engine. As there is very less NVH in this car, cabin is not that silent. As the speed increases noise inside the cabin increases.

Fuel Economy within the city is 15KMPL and on the highway is 17KMPL (all the time windows up and AC running). Fuel Economy again depends on various factors.

Gearbox is a bit irritating in this car. Slotting the gear into 1st and 2nd gears is an issue sometimes and while slotting into reverse gear it will make grinding noise sometimes even when the clutch pedal is fully depressed. Gear play is too wide and takes a more time to shift the gear.

Ride Quality & Handling The car's suspension is stiff and is good for highways and good roads. While travelling on bad roads you can feel the bumps harshly. Handling is very good due to stiff suspension. The steering is so precise, it gives confidence while driving the car. As the speed increases, the car becomes more planted to the road (aerodynamics) and gives good grip. There is a little body roll in the car while taking turns.

ABS, EBD and BA are awesome.

Final Words I would recommend you take extended warranty as the car's radiator fan assembly gave up after 3 and half years. Over alll its a very good car for the price is comes at. Lakshmi Nissan was always helpful whenever I took the car for servicing.

I will post the details of costs associated with the car for each time I took it for service shortly.

Areas of improvement Gearbox could be better with short gear play. Howmuch ever they apply the anti-squeal grease on the brake pads, the brakes still squeal while mild braking. Need to improve NVH levels.

ABS & Air Bags at this cost, Handling, SpaceFaint squealing sound while applying brakes (no issue with the braking though)