Wg Cdr Anil Paranjpye

 

Exterior It is Indica  hatch back making the statement, "I have matured into a sedan" ! And a good evolution!

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Features : Prank-proof against inadvertant start -you can not start car  unless the clutch is fully pressed. Only a grown-up can start the car. Kids at the rear can not play with power window switch-the front passengers can simply deactivate the function and restore it  as reqd.

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Very quiet engine.Superb gear shift up/down. Quantum improvement over Indica. Got 16.5 kmpl over a 550 km Pune- Sangli-Pune section that included 100 km drive over bad roads and through cities.

 

Ride Quality & Handling Very comfortable ride for rear passengers -a true sedan comfort. Very smooth power steering.

 

Final Words At  Rs 491475/- on-road price that I paid on 10 Dec 10, I feel I got the best VFM.

 

Areas of improvement Visibility of obstacles at rear is a matter of concern especially for short persons. I got over it by installing  webcam based Reverse Parking Assistance System. Height-adjustable driver seat will add value to this sedan. Tatas ought to offer it as retro-fitment option.

 

Ignition interlock with clutch pedal, large windows, acousticsVisibility during reverse-parking