Aveo 1.6 / Verna XXi / City Vtec / Cedia Spirit / SX4

vishaltanksale · 5th July 2007, 16:00

Its my 2nd thread on the forum and also its time for my 2nd car.
Offcourse there is no better place for all advice / suggestion and expert comments.

I tried searching but could not found much on Aveo 1.6.
So this may be repeat[/COLOR]
Mods: If thread already exists, then please merge or help me with similar thread.

I am going for company car and the budget is between 7-8L (Ex-showroom w/o octroi) and rest all will be paid by company as its company registration.
I get additional benefit of; 30% depreciation on EMI + non-taxable EMI.

I have short listed following options (reverse order in my preference)

1. City VTech
2. Verna XXi
3. SX4 Zxi
4. Cedia Spirit
5. Aveo 1.6 Option pack

and the reasons:

City Vtech (8.1L Ex-showroom w/o Octroi) :

This is discussed everywhere in the forum, car is really pleasure to drive.

Way to expensive considering top variant doesn’t even have ABS & Airbags. I feel its required for this segment cars.
Missing Climate control
Even Discounts are limited to 15-30K
No dealer / service network in Eastern suburb of Mumbai (which is where I stay)
Service is not the best in market.

Verna xxi (7.23L Ex-showroom w/o Octroi) :

Not really convinced with the looks; specially the front.
Its has Climate control; only car in this segment other than SX4
But doesn’t have Airbags, that’s a disappointing
Discounts are just about 10K
I own Santro and very much satisfied with ASSS, but above all doesn’t convince me completely with Verna.

SX4 ZXi (6.91L Ex Showroom w/o Octroi)

This is discussed at length….but here are my observations[/COLOR]

It is no doubt VFM, but the fit and finish is not upto the mark for this segment. Interiors are no better than Swift.
Discounts are almost zero

Cedia Spirit (8.6L Ex-showroom w/o Octroi):

This is actually my first preference and really want to gab this, but…..

Price is above my budget
Discounts are about 30K. I wish; if it had come with Corolla discounts of 60K-1L
There is only 1 dealer which is in south Mumbai; so service is going to be pain.

Aveo 1.6 Op pack (7.22L Ex-showroom w/o Octroi):

So I am down to this…..Really impressed with the car and in general with GM.

Best VFM after SX4 in my opinion
Has everything except Climate control (and steering control of SX4)
really Peppy car
Discounts are about 40-50K
Nearby dealer network

But I have really not seen many reviews / fans for Aveo 1.6. Owners, please share your experience.

So here are my options....what do you all guys feel?

Indian · 5th July 2007, 16:13

For Aveo 1.6 (option pack), please read my review - http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...-6300-kms.html

If you need more specific information, PM me, I will be able to clarify.

ravibhat · 5th July 2007, 16:42

My suggestion: I suggest Aveo LT with option pack since you need safety features. I feel climate control is not worth its just luxury thing and once you are used to AC you will know what to adjust. Aveo is car which has already gone improvements since its launch and its good car with less price and best quality inside. Its nice looker too.

If you can live with fit and finish/interior quality/looks/not tried and tested yet in India and need ABS/airbad/climate control go with SX4 with full heart, its good car no doubt for that price. Has big waiting period as of now.

TD and decide between Aveo and SX4 both are good cars one or other way.

Regards,

Ravi.

iraghava · 5th July 2007, 16:59

If the SX4/Cedia fit in you budget do give them a serious thought both are good cars but in the Cedia resale will suffer, big time.

reignofchaos · 5th July 2007, 17:01

Cedia Sports Review...

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...km-report.html

Expect the Spirit to be very similar sans the body kit. Frankly as a car, its a no contest. Its the best hands down.

RacingForIndia · 5th July 2007, 17:56

The Cedia is much more of a car than the other ones. They are merely hatchbacks made to look like sedans.
Have you driven these cars? I suggest you take a test drive, that will help you make up your mind.

Akshay1234 · 5th July 2007, 20:13

id say the cedia. its in a different league from the rest.

devarshi84 · 6th July 2007, 00:06

you have not mentioned your preferences but

1. City VTech- good car with good brand value and resale. dealers are usually good but spares expensive. the old vtec charm is missing but FE will be good.
2. Verna XXi- top end has climate control and is certainly a boon if you know about it. I would recommend the diesel on top of everything. Even diesel comes with a climate control and hyundai really makes some of the best diesel cars in India.
3. SX4 Zxi - An excellent car on its own is big on features however its performance falls short by a hair margin in most departments. Its a maruti over and over and hence expect the best in market resale and good sales and service. Also expect to forget which car is yours in a parking lot. :P
4. Cedia Spirit- last gen car that is picking up steam slowly by word of mouth. Interiors built to last but loose out on kit to others. climate control is a sore amiss. rear seat is not comfortable for tall people. Otherwise the best fun to drive car you can get for your money.
5. Aveo 1.6 Option pack- GM doesnt know how to make fun to drive cars. Interiors are a bit radical but that experience will be shortlived.

from the above I would suggest verna diesel and if its not on the list then look at sx4.

other choices

look at ford fiesta. Its one of the best mid-sizers I have seen recently. 1.6 is extremely fun to drive and diesel is etremely frugal and economical. gets my vote.

v1p3r · 6th July 2007, 00:43

It would be between the SX4 and the Cedia, the others just don't match up. Between the two, heart will always say Cedia, but head and pocket may pick the SX4.

cadaver_prad · 6th July 2007, 01:11

I'd say go for the cedia.. I feel its the best in the group that u have mentioned.. Its almost a size bigger too

BUSA · 6th July 2007, 01:23

You should go for the Cedia hands down, thats one of the best cars south of 10Lacs

Quote:

GM doesnt know how to make fun to drive cars

Thats the funniest thing i have read lately. GM's stable carries the Corvette if i am not mistaken.

finneyp · 6th July 2007, 08:39

I would shortlist Chevy Optra and Mitsu Cedia!

Test drive these 2 cars and then decide!

CrAzY dRiVeR · 6th July 2007, 08:58

Quote:

Originally Posted by v1p3r

It would be between the SX4 and the Cedia, the others just don't match up. Between the two, heart will always say Cedia, but head and pocket may pick the SX4.

The most sensible suggestion, i guess. Heart says Cedia, but head says SX4 ZXi.

Indian · 6th July 2007, 09:11

I guess Sx4 is the best option available currently.

Aveo 1.6 option pack is also quite good. I've been using Aveo from last 10 months & done more than 9K KMs, with absolutely no issues. GM also has worked on to improve the gear-shift (for me, it was never a problem), AC & interiors. So, it is even more a better car now.

I would suggest go for SX4 (almost same features of Aveo + 16" wheels + True Maruthi Value

). If not, go for Aveo 1.6 option pack, without any hesitation.

iraghava · 6th July 2007, 11:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by BUSA

Thats the funniest thing i have read lately. GM's stable carries the Corvette if i am not mistaken.

I think he means GM India aka Daewoo!

5th July 2007, 16:00	#1
vishaltanksale BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 164 Thanked: 74 Times	Aveo 1.6 / Verna XXi / City Vtec / Cedia Spirit / SX4 Its my 2nd thread on the forum and also its time for my 2nd car. Offcourse there is no better place for all advice / suggestion and expert comments. I tried searching but could not found much on Aveo 1.6. So this may be repeat[/COLOR] Mods: If thread already exists, then please merge or help me with similar thread. I am going for company car and the budget is between 7-8L (Ex-showroom w/o octroi) and rest all will be paid by company as its company registration. I get additional benefit of; 30% depreciation on EMI + non-taxable EMI. I have short listed following options (reverse order in my preference) 1. City VTech 2. Verna XXi 3. SX4 Zxi 4. Cedia Spirit 5. Aveo 1.6 Option pack and the reasons: City Vtech (8.1L Ex-showroom w/o Octroi) : This is discussed everywhere in the forum, car is really pleasure to drive. Way to expensive considering top variant doesn’t even have ABS & Airbags. I feel its required for this segment cars. Missing Climate control Even Discounts are limited to 15-30K No dealer / service network in Eastern suburb of Mumbai (which is where I stay) Service is not the best in market. Verna xxi (7.23L Ex-showroom w/o Octroi) : Not really convinced with the looks; specially the front. Its has Climate control; only car in this segment other than SX4 But doesn’t have Airbags, that’s a disappointing Discounts are just about 10K I own Santro and very much satisfied with ASSS, but above all doesn’t convince me completely with Verna. SX4 ZXi (6.91L Ex Showroom w/o Octroi) This is discussed at length….but here are my observations[/COLOR] It is no doubt VFM, but the fit and finish is not upto the mark for this segment. Interiors are no better than Swift. Discounts are almost zero Cedia Spirit (8.6L Ex-showroom w/o Octroi): This is actually my first preference and really want to gab this, but….. Price is above my budget Discounts are about 30K. I wish; if it had come with Corolla discounts of 60K-1L There is only 1 dealer which is in south Mumbai; so service is going to be pain. Aveo 1.6 Op pack (7.22L Ex-showroom w/o Octroi): So I am down to this…..Really impressed with the car and in general with GM. Best VFM after SX4 in my opinion Has everything except Climate control (and steering control of SX4) really Peppy car Discounts are about 40-50K Nearby dealer network But I have really not seen many reviews / fans for Aveo 1.6. Owners, please share your experience. So here are my options....what do you all guys feel? Last edited by vishaltanksale : 5th July 2007 at 16:15. Reason: Formatting issues
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5th July 2007, 16:13	#2
Indian BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 212 Thanked: 186 Times	For Aveo 1.6 (option pack), please read my review - http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...-6300-kms.html If you need more specific information, PM me, I will be able to clarify.
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5th July 2007, 16:42	#3
ravibhat Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,256 Thanked: 37 Times View My Garage	My suggestion: I suggest Aveo LT with option pack since you need safety features. I feel climate control is not worth its just luxury thing and once you are used to AC you will know what to adjust. Aveo is car which has already gone improvements since its launch and its good car with less price and best quality inside. Its nice looker too. If you can live with fit and finish/interior quality/looks/not tried and tested yet in India and need ABS/airbad/climate control go with SX4 with full heart, its good car no doubt for that price. Has big waiting period as of now. TD and decide between Aveo and SX4 both are good cars one or other way. Regards, Ravi.
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5th July 2007, 16:59	#4
iraghava Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Bhaiyyaland Posts: 8,033 Thanked: 265 Times View My Garage	If the SX4/Cedia fit in you budget do give them a serious thought both are good cars but in the Cedia resale will suffer, big time.
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5th July 2007, 17:01	#5
reignofchaos Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,542 Thanked: 2,450 Times View My Garage	Cedia Sports Review... http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/long-t...km-report.html Expect the Spirit to be very similar sans the body kit. Frankly as a car, its a no contest. Its the best hands down.
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5th July 2007, 17:56	#6
RacingForIndia BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Pune Posts: 482 Thanked: 36 Times View My Garage	The Cedia is much more of a car than the other ones. They are merely hatchbacks made to look like sedans. Have you driven these cars? I suggest you take a test drive, that will help you make up your mind.
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5th July 2007, 20:13	#7
Akshay1234 Team-BHP Support Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 10,265 Thanked: 12,317 Times	id say the cedia. its in a different league from the rest.
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6th July 2007, 00:06	#8
devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 211 Times View My Garage	you have not mentioned your preferences but 1. City VTech- good car with good brand value and resale. dealers are usually good but spares expensive. the old vtec charm is missing but FE will be good. 2. Verna XXi- top end has climate control and is certainly a boon if you know about it. I would recommend the diesel on top of everything. Even diesel comes with a climate control and hyundai really makes some of the best diesel cars in India. 3. SX4 Zxi - An excellent car on its own is big on features however its performance falls short by a hair margin in most departments. Its a maruti over and over and hence expect the best in market resale and good sales and service. Also expect to forget which car is yours in a parking lot. :P 4. Cedia Spirit- last gen car that is picking up steam slowly by word of mouth. Interiors built to last but loose out on kit to others. climate control is a sore amiss. rear seat is not comfortable for tall people. Otherwise the best fun to drive car you can get for your money. 5. Aveo 1.6 Option pack- GM doesnt know how to make fun to drive cars. Interiors are a bit radical but that experience will be shortlived. from the above I would suggest verna diesel and if its not on the list then look at sx4. other choices look at ford fiesta. Its one of the best mid-sizers I have seen recently. 1.6 is extremely fun to drive and diesel is etremely frugal and economical. gets my vote.
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6th July 2007, 00:43	#9
v1p3r Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: BLR / DXB / LON Posts: 5,334 Thanked: 6,896 Times View My Garage	It would be between the SX4 and the Cedia, the others just don't match up. Between the two, heart will always say Cedia, but head and pocket may pick the SX4.
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6th July 2007, 01:11	#10
cadaver_prad BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 218 Thanked: 18 Times	I'd say go for the cedia.. I feel its the best in the group that u have mentioned.. Its almost a size bigger too
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6th July 2007, 08:39	#12
finneyp Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2,716 Thanked: 319 Times View My Garage	I would shortlist Chevy Optra and Mitsu Cedia! Test drive these 2 cars and then decide!
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6th July 2007, 09:11	#14
Indian BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 212 Thanked: 186 Times	I guess Sx4 is the best option available currently. Aveo 1.6 option pack is also quite good. I've been using Aveo from last 10 months & done more than 9K KMs, with absolutely no issues. GM also has worked on to improve the gear-shift (for me, it was never a problem), AC & interiors. So, it is even more a better car now. I would suggest go for SX4 (almost same features of Aveo + 16" wheels + True Maruthi Value ). If not, go for Aveo 1.6 option pack, without any hesitation.
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