Test drive : Hyundai GETZ CRDi diesel

jerish666 · 15th April 2008, 23:29

Thanks KpZen.Someone please confirm the handling of GetzD.I heard it is not that good.GetzD owners please confirm it.

iraghava · 15th April 2008, 23:48

I had a TD too but it was very short & that too on a customer car so no definitive conclusions. But from I could gather, suspension seems to be much better than the Verna with none of the funny pogo movements like the Verna & the steering also is more feelsome & natural.

If I get to test another piece for a lomger duration, will update this thread.

djay99 · 16th April 2008, 13:03

Can Getz D hold 6J alloys without touching wheel arch?
I beleive it handles like a dream on 205/60-14 michelin xm1+/pp2. What do others say?

kpzen · 16th April 2008, 13:32

6j alloys isn't gonna be the problem but the 205/60-14 will scrape with the wheel wells.
205/60-14 is too tall for Getz. 195/60-14 or 195/50-15 would be a better option.

GTO · 16th April 2008, 14:40

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Originally Posted by jerish666

Thanks KpZen.Someone please confirm the handling of GetzD.I heard it is not that good.GetzD owners please confirm it.

Yup, its not as balanced as the petrol Getz. Reason? That heavy engine in the front.

PatienceWins · 16th April 2008, 14:43

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Originally Posted by GTO

Yup, its not as balanced as the petrol Getz. Reason? That heavy engine in the front.

That makes sense.

Is handling better than Verna CRDi? If not, considering the price difference and features, Verna is a better option.

jerish666 · 16th April 2008, 14:50

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Originally Posted by GTO

Yup, its not as balanced as the petrol Getz. Reason? That heavy engine in the front.

That means its not bad.

Quote:

Originally Posted by PatienceWins

That makes sense.

Is handling better than Verna CRDi? If not, considering the price difference and features, Verna is a better option.

please confrim this.I hope GetzD is better handling than verna.

kpzen · 16th April 2008, 14:50

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Originally Posted by GTO

Yup, its not as balanced as the petrol Getz. Reason? That heavy engine in the front.

Petrol and diesel have different suspension.

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Originally Posted by PatienceWins

Is handling better than Verna CRDi? If not, considering the price difference and features, Verna is a better option.

Its much better than the speed boat, Verna.

vabs78 · 16th April 2008, 15:08

BSM had a comparision between GetZ Crdi and Swift DDiS. Following is an extract from the article:

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The Swift diesel just has no answer to the Getz's onslaught in a straight line. But around corners it can keep up with the Getz. Despite all that prodigious power, the Getz can't make the lithe Swift disappear from its rear-view mirrors. Unlike the Swift, the Getz's mechanical pump steering takes longer to respond to inputs with the initial response being near-dead before loading up rather uncharacteristically. It also lacks ABS, so you plan your entry into corners with caution. Unlike the lighter front-end of the Swift, the Getz is a bit more reluctant to play ball. Overdo it on the Swift and it'll start to lose its tail and the Getz will disappear into the distance once again. Despite a bit more understeer, there is also more grip on the Getz. The 165/80 tyres aren't just up to the job to take anything beyond a point on the Swift, while the Getz's 175/65 tyres stick better. The Getz also has a wider front track that makes it more planted around corners, but despite this, the Swift is more up to the task of planting a smile on your face.

Source: Tests - Comeback kid - Business Standard Motoring

The review can best be termed as 'confused'.

djay99 · 16th April 2008, 15:37

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Originally Posted by vabs78

BSM had a comparision between GetZ Crdi and Swift DDiS. Following is an extract from the article:

Source: Tests - Comeback kid - Business Standard Motoring

The review can best be termed as 'confused'.

Finally Getz Crdi is the winner cheers:

djay99 · 16th April 2008, 15:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by kpzen

6j alloys isn't gonna be the problem but the 205/60-14 will scrape with the wheel wells.
205/60-14 is too tall for Getz. 195/60-14 or 195/50-15 would be a better option.

Recently saw a new Getz D in showroom with 205 tires. 205/?-14 you recommend?

razor4077 · 16th April 2008, 16:19

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Originally Posted by djay99

Recently saw a new Getz D in showroom with 205 tires. 205/?-14 you recommend?

You mean Hyundai are selling the Getz D with 205 mm tyres? Or is that a one-off? Site still advertises the skinny tyres...

jassi · 16th April 2008, 16:49

djay - did you see this in the advaith hyundai bangy showroom - they are known for kitting santros and getz and putting them on display

djay99 · 16th April 2008, 17:09

razor and jassi,
I saw it in Advaith, outer ring road belonging to a customer. Getz had 205/14 inch yokos on Hyundai branded alloys. It was a white Getz. Was looking awesome

nkapoor777 · 16th April 2008, 17:23

I read somewhere on the forum that one can get ABS kitted before taking delivery of Getz D. Can someone confirm this?

This one is on the top of my list. Get a Pete's and it should zoom. Although, Prajesh has confirmed that the braking is decent, ABS is definitely a plus. I only want to hold off for the Punto, if it comes with a bigger MJT than the puny 1.3.

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jerish666 BHPian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Trivandrum,Kochi,Trissur Posts: 757 Thanked: 2 Times	Thanks KpZen.Someone please confirm the handling of GetzD.I heard it is not that good.GetzD owners please confirm it.
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iraghava Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bhaiyyaland Posts: 8,033 Thanked: 272 Times View My Garage	I had a TD too but it was very short & that too on a customer car so no definitive conclusions. But from I could gather, suspension seems to be much better than the Verna with none of the funny pogo movements like the Verna & the steering also is more feelsome & natural. If I get to test another piece for a lomger duration, will update this thread.
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djay99 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ireland Posts: 1,476 Thanked: 548 Times View My Garage	Can Getz D hold 6J alloys without touching wheel arch? I beleive it handles like a dream on 205/60-14 michelin xm1+/pp2. What do others say?
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kpzen Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Faridabad Posts: 5,611 Thanked: 1,879 Times View My Garage	6j alloys isn't gonna be the problem but the 205/60-14 will scrape with the wheel wells. 205/60-14 is too tall for Getz. 195/60-14 or 195/50-15 would be a better option. Last edited by kpzen : 16th April 2008 at 13:33.
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jassi BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Melbourne Posts: 980 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	djay - did you see this in the advaith hyundai bangy showroom - they are known for kitting santros and getz and putting them on display
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djay99 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ireland Posts: 1,476 Thanked: 548 Times View My Garage	razor and jassi, I saw it in Advaith, outer ring road belonging to a customer. Getz had 205/14 inch yokos on Hyundai branded alloys. It was a white Getz. Was looking awesome
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nkapoor777 BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: New Delhi Posts: 608 Thanked: 143 Times	I read somewhere on the forum that one can get ABS kitted before taking delivery of Getz D. Can someone confirm this? This one is on the top of my list. Get a Pete's and it should zoom. Although, Prajesh has confirmed that the braking is decent, ABS is definitely a plus. I only want to hold off for the Punto, if it comes with a bigger MJT than the puny 1.3.
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