Thanks everyone for your inputs! One important thing I would like to know is if there are 3 seatbelts in the back in every car now?
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Originally Posted by sidindica Shut your eyes and pick up the i20 CRDI asta, though you might have to spend some extra. Meets your requirements to the T. |
the problem here was that when I TDed the i20, with my style of driving, my friend said he felt as dizzy as getting off a roller coaster. and I know he is more tolerant than the regular passengers will ever be. it maybe as I am not accustomed to the lighter steering wheel. when I sat in the back, it seemed a bit claustrophobic for me in terms of window size/ light (relative to the other cars listed).
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Originally Posted by akhilesh I would be a little wary of the steering rattles and A/C problems in the i20. The latter depends on where you live so that we know how hot it gets in summers. |
I mentioned as Pune, but I would also be driving around so would definitely need a decent AC. How bad is it in the i20? I TDed in Nov, and it was a rainy day so could not make that out
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Originally Posted by anilisanil Figo titanium TDCi, would meet all your requirements....
Phew!! Did I sound like a Ford sales guy or what? :P |
I like the Figo, but am really apprehensive about the lack of bumpers.
you definitely sound more convincing than the Ford guys!
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Originally Posted by HammerHead In case you want to save money and still want a spacious hatch with tested engine, go for Indica Vista QJD AURA +. You will at least save 1.5L!!
In case you want to utilize your budget fully, how about Jazz or Jazz Select? Jazz should fit in your budget after discounts. |
I never considered the Vista, though I think I should. The problem was that I didnt see it in the Tata/ Fiat showroom when I went there. Or maybe it was around, but I was distracted by Manza (surprisingly)/ Punto/ Linea - definitely not in that order!
I have never considered a Honda and dont know why. I think I am a bit apprehensive as I didnt see any 'Jazz' on the street when I was there last.
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Originally Posted by arunkk Your requirements are quite generic and all the new hatches will satisfy most of them. I would suggest you to decide between Figo, Punto, Polo & I20 listed in the ascending order of price |
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Originally Posted by ghodlur Looking at your budget and safety requirements, only a hatchback cab ne looked at. |
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Originally Posted by AirWind @ 7.5L OTR, none of the sedans will offer you ABS/Airbags. The Skoda Fabia 1.2 TDi Elegance suits your requirement to a T. |
I am open to looking at used cars as well (in which case some other sedans might fit in), but that depends on availability and luck.
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Originally Posted by mobike008 That indeed is a long wish list and be prepared to compromise on a few of them for sure.
+1. Manza is the best that you can buy which will meet all your requirements and be still in budget
You can also check out Logan as its a spacious car |
Yeah dude, its a long wishlist and I havent even mentioned any from the family yet (has to be red/ of a particular size/ interiors etc)
I can compromise on a few, but certainly wont skimp on the safety aspect.
Though I was initially very sceptical I ended up liking the Manza a lot, and its bang in the budget. I was also able to handle it very well. However, the boot is a bit too big for my taste. I saw a mod design on the Manza review thread and that seems damn interesting. If there was a Manza CS boot, I would go in for it immediately.
I am not one for snob value/ looks but the Logan design disgusts me. I dont know what it is, but this is one car I cringe at when I look at it.
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Originally Posted by amitwadhwa I may have missed something in this thread, but why isnt Fiat Linea in your list ? |
I did have a good look at it and it is one of the plushest cars I have seen in India. I did think the Linea would be out of budget, not exactly sure why. The headroom seemed a bit less and the ingress/ egress(?) wasnt as easy as I expected. It may have seemed more pronounced as the next car I saw was the Manza. I should try to compartmentalise my reviews (if thats a word!)
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It is great that we have so many options now. I do need to go in for TDs with a checklist to ensure I verify everything I want.
I will consider the Linea and I20 again. It does seem like I am tilting towards the Figo, unless some good kind soul decides to sell a well maintained SX4 or if the wifey allows a budget expansion!
Are there any updates on planned launches in 2011?
Also, are there any recommended accessories that I should buy in Europe (for lack of availability in India) before I return? Shipment is not a concern.
Thanks again for all the inputs