6th year of Vento

This is the review of Vento after 6 years from Purchase

Exterior The paint starts to dry out and freckling is noticed, The brake pads needs replacement constantly, the wiper blades have been replaced twice a year. The ORVM mirror has fallen off.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Weekend cleaning and upkeep of the interiors during the weekend does ensure that Interiors stay as good as new. Space and comfort of driving and being driven is smooth and on good roads its on a cloud.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy an Gearbox Still remains Wow. The Long runs on the highway is still a pleasure in a Vento. The fuel Economy normally remains between 17 - 18 KMPL on a highway between speeds of 80 -90 KMPH however Average of 10 - 11 KMPL can be expected in city conditions with bumper to bumper traffic. Clutch and Gearbox are by far the ultimate USP of the Vento, However driver should not indulge in Clutch driving. The Vento gear system is very simple. Clutch can be released immediately once in drive. A foot rest next to the clutch would have been ideal though. Brake quality is poor and squeeks a lot after the 5th year, had to replace the Pads nearly twice in a single year.  The acceleration in the 2nd gear is a smooth flow and is not instant. (like a SWIFT) which is quite a good feature if you look at it - No Jerking during acceleration. Fail start requires driver to turn the ignition to zero and re-attempt. 

Ride Quality & Handling Wow. My friends have vouched that they never feel exhuasted despite a 12 hour drive in the VEnto, they feel fresh as ever. The Shock absorbers are good and never required any replacement. However, the tyres require replacement on the 5 th year.

Final Words Although the second sale pricing is relatively low, a Brand new Vento is a VFM. If you are looking at the ultimate driving pleasure, then Vento it is.

Areas of improvement Exterior paint quality can improve, RHS Wiper blades cannot be directly popped up unless in "on" position. The window rubber buffering tends to dry up and hence cause cracks leading to water seepage through the window sils.

The Engine is powerful as ever, Steering, Interior Plastics, Dashboard, Maintenance costBrakes, Exterior paint, Rubber buffers