[manasmadaan]

So, after much deliberation and weighing all my options, i bought MG GLoster Savvy variant 7 seater in black.

As already mentioned, the options in this segment were very limited, especially after the Ford pullout (else would have ended up buying Endy).
The card looked at were:

1) Mahindra Alturus G4: Almost ended buying this but for the non usable last row seat and fear of being discontinued. It had good discounts in the range of 3-4 lakhs thus making it a tempting proposition.

2) Carnival limousine variant: This was very hard to go by at a good deal of Rs 36 lakhs on road price. the only deterrent was the low GC issue which i just could not make up my mind to risk. Else, it seemed a wonderful vehicle. spacious, good looking, good to drive, dual sunroofs (kids loved it), back seat entertainment (again kids were overjoyed)

3) Fortuner: I know that i would be in a minority if i say that i never considered this vehicle. But for a vehicle costing Rs 45 lakhs OTR, it should atleast give me a feeling of sitting in such an expensive one. And this fails at that front. The interiors, the features and the price just do not match upto each other.

The only other vehicle left was the Gloster, which i test drove multiple times and could find only one fallacy - sluggish low end response. In all other parameters, it was a very satisfying experience. The wife loved it for the space, kids loved the massive sunroof and i loved the overall plush experience that this car gives you when you sit inside.

So went ahead and booked the top variant 7 seater black colour on 07.10.2021 and was promised delivery within 2 weeks but as luck would have it some booking got cancelled and hence i got the delivery on 14.10.2021.

[manasmadaan]

Posting some pics during the delivery and some post it and also while getting the ceramic coating done.

Just before the unveiling - My littlie just dwarfs in front of the massive vehicle






The cake cutting


Handing over of the keys


At the mandir for pooja


The interior view


Parked outside the home


Ceramic coating



Accessories added (Back bumper guard. side body moulding)


Tab holder and neck rests

[Pandher]

Believe me, remove those ugly Gloster and Morris Garages badges

[manasmadaan]

Originally Posted by Pandher

Believe me, remove those ugly Gloster and Morris Garages badges

I somehow like the front Morris Garages badge, especially on black colour.

However i do agree on the big ugly GLOSTER badge at the rear and would like to remove it. But wont that leave residue marks on the paint? Any idea on their removal process?

[Piyush Kanthak]

You sir, have made the best decision of your life according to me.
One of my friend decided to go with overpriced Fortuner, but then I suggested him to go with Gloster.
Fortuner is only selling due to brand value and reliability, nothing else.
Seriously Toyota, your Etios looks and feels more plush than your 50 lakh Fortuner.
Please keep updating us with your ownership experience sir.

[manasmadaan]

Originally Posted by Piyush Kanthak

You sir, have made the best decision of your life according to me.
One of my friend decided to go with overpriced Fortuner, but then I suggested him to go with Gloster.
Fortuner is only selling due to brand value and reliability, nothing else.
Seriously Toyota, your Etios looks and feels more plush than your 50 lakh Fortuner.
Please keep updating us with your ownership experience sir.

Thanks.
I cannot generalise it but definitely when i am spending close to 45 lakh rs on a car, i want it give me a feeling of such a price and fortuner for all its reliability and engine longevity, fails on that front. The interiors look like belonging to a less than 20 lakh rupee segment. About features and feelgood factor, the less said the better.
I could never convince myself to spend such a huge amount just for the engine reliability.

The gloster except for its low end sluggishness really appealed to me, be it for the size, interiors, features or the feel good factor. It has made heads turn wherever it has gone, especially in black colour.
The buying experience was ultra smooth and i just hope the ASS experience remains the same 😊

[comfortablynumb]

Originally Posted by manasmadaan

I somehow like the front Morris Garages badge, especially on black colour.

However i do agree on the big ugly GLOSTER badge at the rear and would like to remove it. But wont that leave residue marks on the paint? Any idea on their removal process?

Here you go:

https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/diy-d...your-ride.html (DIY : Debadging your ride)

Congratulations and wish you a million miles of safe and happy journeys!

[architkarpe]

Even i purchased a Gloster 4x4 6 Seater Savvy on 5th nov 21
With a heavy heart had to let go of my 3.2 endeavour ( why did i sell? personal reasons)
After going through multiple threads and considering multiple options like harrier, compass, xuv500, xuv700, x1 and gla.( i know completely different segments)
Was looking for something which my mom and dad liked ( the car is going to be my dads daily drive)
Both loved the Gloster and so ended up buying it.
The car has a lot of features some may not be used at all.
Now on a 7 day roadtrip from Pune - konkan - Goa - Pune

[architkarpe]

I just love the driving experience. My kids and wife loved the seats and the ride quality.
Yes - the gear box is slow to respond especially prominent in the ghat section with steep inclines with a bend. Found a way out - use paddle shifters to drop a gear.
Has any one found a setting to turn voice control off? Its very irritating when the vehicle is constantly saying
Left curve ahed / speed breaker ahead.
Thanks in advance

[niv26]

What's the highest speedometer reading of Gloster we have seen so far in this forum? Any issues observed so far? I am in the same dilemma of manasmadan, considering Gloster as my next ride.
Thanks.

[manasmadaan]

Originally Posted by niv26

What's the highest speedometer reading of Gloster we have seen so far in this forum? Any issues observed so far? I am in the same dilemma of manasmadan, considering Gloster as my next ride.
Thanks.

I have covered 7000 kms so far with a very pleasant experience. The car is buttery smooth to drive with luxurious, rich interiors, good audio quality, very effortless to drive on highways, more than enough space in all the 3 rows and excellent ASS to match it.

Cons observed:

1) Low speed sluggishness - This definitely is the most important one. but now after driving for 7000 kms, my driving style has become such that it doesn't bother me much. Paddle shifters are also an option to overcome this.

2) Beige colored thin roof cover - This s a thin light colored cover which may be cumbersome in peak summers. Have to wait for that observation.

3) Occasional software glitch - One of my sensor sirens keep on beeping as per its mood. Will have to get it checked at the service center.

So if you are looking for a comfortable cruiser with good ASS, spacious and luxurious interiors but with occasional cons as mentioned, this car ticks most of the boxes,

[niv26]

Originally Posted by manasmadaan

I have covered 7000 kms so far with a very pleasant experience. The car is buttery smooth to drive with luxurious, rich interiors, good audio quality, very effortless to drive on highways, more than enough space in all the 3 rows and excellent ASS to match it.

Cons observed:

1) Low speed sluggishness - This definitely is the most important one. but now after driving for 7000 kms, my driving style has become such that it doesn't bother me much. Paddle shifters are also an option to overcome this.

2) Beige colored thin roof cover - This s a thin light colored cover which may be cumbersome in peak summers. Have to wait for that observation.

3) Occasional software glitch - One of my sensor sirens keep on beeping as per its mood. Will have to get it checked at the service center.

So if you are looking for a comfortable cruiser with good ASS, spacious and luxurious interiors but with occasional cons as mentioned, this car ticks most of the boxes,

Thanks for the details. May be a wrong question for this segment, how much mileage you are getting. I am asking this question after reading Kodiaq mileage numbers of 5-7 kmpl.
I am currently driving Endeavor 2.2, still not able to find a replacement. I am getting 9.5 and I am happy with it.

[manasmadaan]

Originally Posted by niv26

Thanks for the details. May be a wrong question for this segment, how much mileage you are getting. I am asking this question after reading Kodiaq mileage numbers of 5-7 kmpl.
I am currently driving Endeavor 2.2, still not able to find a replacement. I am getting 9.5 and I am happy with it.

I ve got maximum mileage of 14.9 on a highway run of around 450 kms.
Average mileage i ve been getting is around 10.2 for a mix of 70% city and 30% city driving.
Hope that answers your question

[niv26]

Originally Posted by manasmadaan

I ve got maximum mileage of 14.9 on a highway run of around 450 kms.
Average mileage i ve been getting is around 10.2 for a mix of 70% city and 30% city driving.
Hope that answers your question

Thanks, I think, you meant 30% highway driving. These numbers are good for me.

[manasmadaan]

Originally Posted by niv26

Thanks, I think, you meant 30% highway driving. These numbers are good for me.

Yes. My mistake
For such a huge vehicle, these are respectable numbers.
Do take a comprehensive test drive of the vehicle though before finalising.