A real sedan indeed

Exterior

The car has elegant looks specially when seen sideways. One turn off is the empty space between the tyres and body of the car whcih looks a bit awkward but over all the car is capable of commanding a presence and bolstering the owner's self esteem! The grill could have been better as it gives the car a docile look!

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort)

Space is excellent...leg room / space...shoulder room / space...everything. The boot space is huge and makes the owner proud as we hardly see this capacity in competitor's products.

The car ranks well on comfort though nothing exceptional. With the adjustable steering, the driver can change his stance / posture. It offers the very basic features with the exception of glove box cooling which can be helpful at times. 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox

Engine is powerful, pickup is good. I drove in Shimla region as well as the hilly areas of Uttarakhand but never found the car short of power. In Petrol, the avergae is city was close to 17 a litre which is decent. 

Gear box is smooth but when you get the car to movein 1st gear, it can be jerky at times

Ride Quality & Handling

Ride quality is good. I can assess that with the comfort level of my family: parents, wife and kids...they are a satisfied lot! I feel like riding a horse that is very much in control and in sync with the jockey so handling has not been a problem. 

Final Words

I would say a must have in your stable...qualifies well for a city as well as a long distance car...makes the owner proud. If I have to reconsider this decision that I took in 2011, I will go for it again. i am saying this after clocking almost 26500 km and 4 services later. A low maintenance and zero tantrums vehicle!

 

Areas of improvement  

Paint and rubber quality is one and the body should have been sturdier even if it meant compromising a bit on the fuel efficiency...

 

Price, Space, LooksStrength, Finishing