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paragsachania · 23rd March 2009, 17:33

Blame it on my height and a few irresistible features that this car had to offer, I chose to book the Wagon R LXi BS III in March 2006. From then, till date, it has been a truly remarkable journey with my companion spanning across multiple destinations for which she has taken all abuses while passing over some of the most non-motorable stretches (Esp for a car with 13" wheels) and even surprising me with her spendid performance over the highways. After driving for 63000 KMS within 3 years I would certainly beg to differ over the misunderstood aspect that this is only a City Car. Most of my ODO clocking has happened on the Highways with full load and I would be a fool to venture out with her if she was unstable, nervous or anything else that many would say.

I have usually driven with speeds between 90-120kmph and I do agree that this car has to be driven the way it is supposed to. One must realise that this is a Tallboy and you cannot expect a sedan's performance when it comes to cornering abilities, though most of the instances I have maneuvered sharp corners between 70-90kmph safely!

Till date, with about 70% AC usage, I have manage a FE of 14-15Kmpl depending on traffic and stop lights in city traffic. With similar usage of AC, I achieve 18-19kmpl on highways with speeds between 90-120kmph (4 passengers in all).

The parts which I have replaced till date are
-Spark plugs - At every 20k Kms
-Tyres - At 52k Kms - Went for wider 155 65 R 13 as stocks were skinny.
-Engine oil, Coolant, Brake fluid - At regular intervals.
-RHS Brake lamp bulb - On 2 occasions in all.
-Front Brake Disc Pads - at 40K Kms
-Rear Brake shoes - Just yesterday at 63k kms - It still had life as the mechanic insisted but despit of several cleaning, it gave that screeching noise while braking at all the times. This was due to the fact that the asbestos on the shoe had become harder.

Modifications -
Not much, except the stock filter's replacement with K & N.
Steering Wheel of the New Wagon-R - Old one was too thin.

ICE
Pioneer Head, with 4" Boston Components (Front) and 6" Xenos Components (Rear) powered by JBL GT5-A604 Amp.

There has been no hassles in terms of any Noise, breakdowns, mishaps wherever I have ventured. My most memorable trip is the one between Bangalore - Pune totalling 850Kms one way, which I was able to manage in 12 Hours flat with 3 pit stops of 30 mins each, that too with a 120 kms pathetic stretch between C'Durga and Haveri (NH 4) where the car's suspension took severe pressure yet to remain as rugged as ever without a noise of a rattle. I have done this trip thrice and the worst was 14 hours. This trip was also memorable for a fact that speed of 150kmph was maintained for over a minute on a straight stretch between Belgaum and Kolhapur. The Max I could touch (recently 2 weeks before) was 160kmph!!

One noticable improvement recently was after I myself replaced the NGK plugs (MGP) with BOSCH Super. I found a drastic difference, especially when I am in very slow speeds (as less as 10Kms) and the AC is on. Earlier I could experience jerks no matter even if the NGKs were newly replaced but with BOSCH, I found this nullified. Performance with the AC on, at higher speeds also bettered with these plugs. Not sure if the plugs were made for this car, but It did work wonders for me.

Pros:
Commanding driving position, superb under-thigh support, Great visibility and roomy interiors for all including shoulder room, Best in class boot space, Reclining rear 60:40 seats, Great AC. Even after test driving lot of sedans, I feel WagonR was always a practical car.

Cons:
If the driver is taller like me 6'+, the rear gets too cramped.
Gearbox was tighther in the begining, better now,Gear throws are longer,Interiors are just OK, AC Controls could've been rotary (in offering now), AC Vents have no options to close. Tyres would've been at least 14" and 155+.

It couldn't have been a better experience like this at 63000 Kms in a WagonR. This one is for you.

23rd March 2009, 17:33	#1 (permalink)
paragsachania BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Belur & Pune Posts: 123	WagonR LXi 63000 Kms - Ownership Review Blame it on my height and a few irresistible features that this car had to offer, I chose to book the Wagon R LXi BS III in March 2006. From then, till date, it has been a truly remarkable journey with my companion spanning across multiple destinations for which she has taken all abuses while passing over some of the most non-motorable stretches (Esp for a car with 13" wheels) and even surprising me with her spendid performance over the highways. After driving for 63000 KMS within 3 years I would certainly beg to differ over the misunderstood aspect that this is only a City Car. Most of my ODO clocking has happened on the Highways with full load and I would be a fool to venture out with her if she was unstable, nervous or anything else that many would say. I have usually driven with speeds between 90-120kmph and I do agree that this car has to be driven the way it is supposed to. One must realise that this is a Tallboy and you cannot expect a sedan's performance when it comes to cornering abilities, though most of the instances I have maneuvered sharp corners between 70-90kmph safely! Till date, with about 70% AC usage, I have manage a FE of 14-15Kmpl depending on traffic and stop lights in city traffic. With similar usage of AC, I achieve 18-19kmpl on highways with speeds between 90-120kmph (4 passengers in all). The parts which I have replaced till date are -Spark plugs - At every 20k Kms -Tyres - At 52k Kms - Went for wider 155 65 R 13 as stocks were skinny. -Engine oil, Coolant, Brake fluid - At regular intervals. -RHS Brake lamp bulb - On 2 occasions in all. -Front Brake Disc Pads - at 40K Kms -Rear Brake shoes - Just yesterday at 63k kms - It still had life as the mechanic insisted but despit of several cleaning, it gave that screeching noise while braking at all the times. This was due to the fact that the asbestos on the shoe had become harder. Modifications - Not much, except the stock filter's replacement with K & N. Steering Wheel of the New Wagon-R - Old one was too thin. ICE Pioneer Head, with 4" Boston Components (Front) and 6" Xenos Components (Rear) powered by JBL GT5-A604 Amp. There has been no hassles in terms of any Noise, breakdowns, mishaps wherever I have ventured. My most memorable trip is the one between Bangalore - Pune totalling 850Kms one way, which I was able to manage in 12 Hours flat with 3 pit stops of 30 mins each, that too with a 120 kms pathetic stretch between C'Durga and Haveri (NH 4) where the car's suspension took severe pressure yet to remain as rugged as ever without a noise of a rattle. I have done this trip thrice and the worst was 14 hours. This trip was also memorable for a fact that speed of 150kmph was maintained for over a minute on a straight stretch between Belgaum and Kolhapur. The Max I could touch (recently 2 weeks before) was 160kmph!! One noticable improvement recently was after I myself replaced the NGK plugs (MGP) with BOSCH Super. I found a drastic difference, especially when I am in very slow speeds (as less as 10Kms) and the AC is on. Earlier I could experience jerks no matter even if the NGKs were newly replaced but with BOSCH, I found this nullified. Performance with the AC on, at higher speeds also bettered with these plugs. Not sure if the plugs were made for this car, but It did work wonders for me. Pros: Commanding driving position, superb under-thigh support, Great visibility and roomy interiors for all including shoulder room, Best in class boot space, Reclining rear 60:40 seats, Great AC. Even after test driving lot of sedans, I feel WagonR was always a practical car. Cons: If the driver is taller like me 6'+, the rear gets too cramped. Gearbox was tighther in the begining, better now,Gear throws are longer,Interiors are just OK, AC Controls could've been rotary (in offering now), AC Vents have no options to close. Tyres would've been at least 14" and 155+. It couldn't have been a better experience like this at 63000 Kms in a WagonR. This one is for you.