My 1st car (Dzire Lxi vs Aveo 1.4 Base)?

nura · 4th June 2008, 23:47

Any particular reason for not considering the Ford Ikon? In Kolkata it is being offered for 4.93 lakh on road, whereas the Dzire Lxi costs 5.06 lakh. The Ikon has a reputation for being an enthusiast's car, stays rattle-free for many years & comes pre-fitted with central-locking & power-windows.

Eddy · 4th June 2008, 23:54

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Originally Posted by nura

The Ikon has a reputation for being an enthusiast's car,

That was the 1.6 which is no longer available. The 1.3 Flair is slightly underpowered in my opinion and experience.

gopinathann · 5th June 2008, 12:02

Aveo - Good looks & luxury
Dzire - VFM, Good A.S.S, good resale value
Accent - Decent Looks, Low maintenance, Good A.S.S

Other cars are out of your budget.

WheelWake · 5th June 2008, 14:29

Hi, guys. Thanks a lot for all your responses.

Right now I am in a dilemma on color. I personally love Black but as I have seen on road there are hardly any black sedans and that most of them doesnt look good if not maintained properly.
There is one 'Ivory Gold' which gives good road presence to Aveo is what I feel and is second on my list. Cashmere is another color I like but it comes third. I was told by Raj's glory that Ivory gold requires higher maintenance which I couldnt find out why. Is it true? then I might as well go for Cashmere and do away with extra maintenance related to Black/Ivory gold.

Please reply.

mjothi · 6th June 2008, 00:58

Great. One more addition to the Aveo family

Yes black is little difficult to protect from scratches and dust. Ivory gold is really a good color. But not sure if needs so much maintenance. As far as I know, the guys mentioned that it comes with 3 coating and hence they cost a little bit more.

Cashmere, is another fast moving color.

Anyway, better have a look of all 3 together if possible and listen to your heart...

rider60 · 6th June 2008, 03:05

well why not look at the logan petrol?

in my opinion swift badly lacks FIT AND FINISH! but then i would not mind living with a swift diesel just for the engine, and the benefits it offers.

well if you are looking at the entry level sedans, then there is also the indigoCS that is around 5lacs on road and its a diesel. or you can still go for the petrol too.

then there is the IKON and ACCENT like mentioned above.

and regarding the color i would not suggest black, forget the looks for a second, on a nice hot sunny day say in the summer just touch surface of a black color vehicle that is parked for an hour under the sun and do the same with a lighter shade car you will instantly know why i say no to black color!

the color absorbs too much heat and turns the car in to a OVEN.

and being black has its disadvantage in the highways during nights, the car wont be as visible as other lighter shades.

just keep these in mind before deciding to go for a black color car.

dude131 · 6th June 2008, 06:27

I would suggest on going for the Aveo as well.
GM has been improving their after sales and have identified India as one of their main markets and are hence investing a lot of money. I'm sure in a few years time GM will be one of the top 3 manufacturer's in India. So resale value should improve too.

phamilyman · 6th June 2008, 08:05

saab, two the things.

Firstly, the singular reason why Aveo hasnt really picked is because of even well informed TBHPians recommending dZire because of MSIL badge.

Resale value wouldnt really be bad - not compared to comfort and quality of overall experience you get with GM. And unless you plan to change in 3 years, resale would be okay.

bt please understand its running cost wont be like an i10

Firebird · 6th June 2008, 11:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by WheelWake

then I might as well go for Cashmere and do away with extra maintenance related to Black/Ivory gold.

Please reply.

Cashmere look good on all Chevy cars.

I have seen Magnum, Aveo and Spark in Cachmere. I own UVA in Cashmere.

Raj'sGlory · 6th June 2008, 17:13

@ WHEELWAKE

Quote:

Originally Posted by WheelWake

I was told by Raj's glory that Ivory gold requires higher maintenance which I couldnt find out why. Is it true?

I met one Ivory Gold optra and one aveo owner. He told me that though it is the best colour, but any amount of dirt especially small amounts of mud like near the wheels or door bottoms makes the car look real dirty.
Moreover its around 6K costlier. That money could buy you a 7" LCD screen for the dash/ headrest.

That way cashmere is a forgiving colour and easy to maintain too. Go for cashmere with maybe chrome handles (2.5 K). You'll love the exclusive look.

WheelWake · 10th June 2008, 13:13

Thanks everybody for sending in your opinion. I have finally decided on 'Ivory Gold'. I saw all the three colors of my choice in flesh and 'Ivory Gold' sure stood out and I think its gives Aveo awesome road presence and that classy touch. Not to mention that I am not paying anything extra for this color.

Also, just an FYI my dealer is giving me body colored doors handles/ORVMs done (as it is 1.4 Base) and central locking and other essential accessories as freebies. I also got a good dealer and GM corporate discount. Plus the cashless ownership. I think it should be a real VFM. Wassay?

I should have my chevy by this Sunday. Lets hope so.cheers:

13th June 2008, 18:04

hi congrats.. i think you should go for cashmere i find it better after black.. honda city exi is worth a look and it has the same features as aveo 1.4 and its not underpowered.. ya fiesta maintenance is little high than the rest.. the mileage i told you was overall.. but since you have decided on aveo its a good car and you wont regret it.. but still i think you should go for the top model of aveo with airbags and abs as it will help when you do highway driving.. i jus came back from nanital and i took my honda city gxi and i felt the need of abs as i found the brakes weak and in hard braking it use to skid..

greenhorn · 13th June 2008, 18:17

pics of your new baby please!

Raj'sGlory · 13th June 2008, 20:49

@Wheelwake.

Congats, if you have decided on Ivory Gold then do go for it. And post some pics soon along with the accessories you have fit (with price please!).

WheelWake · 16th June 2008, 13:38

Hi, just to update you guys. I am yet to receive my chevy. Should get it this week. Have gone in for some accessories that I think would be useful for me (I am a new driver)

1)Fog Lights
2)Reverse Sensor(LED)
3)Body colored door handles and ORVMs(freebie)
4)remote keyless entry( freebie)
5)leather steering grip, under body coating, art leather seat cover

I am almost certain on following basic ICE setup for the time being:
1) Pioneer HU (the one with USB support) I dont remember the model no.
2) will keep the stock speakers and add JBL GTO937 in the rear.

Please pour in your opinion. If you feel I have missed on accessory/ICE thingy.

4th June 2008, 23:47	#16
nura BHPian Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Kolkata Posts: 599 Thanked: 17 Times	Any particular reason for not considering the Ford Ikon? In Kolkata it is being offered for 4.93 lakh on road, whereas the Dzire Lxi costs 5.06 lakh. The Ikon has a reputation for being an enthusiast's car, stays rattle-free for many years & comes pre-fitted with central-locking & power-windows.
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5th June 2008, 12:02	#18
gopinathann BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 765 Thanked: 20 Times View My Garage	Aveo - Good looks & luxury Dzire - VFM, Good A.S.S, good resale value Accent - Decent Looks, Low maintenance, Good A.S.S Other cars are out of your budget.
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5th June 2008, 14:29	#19
WheelWake BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 195 Thanked: 36 Times	Aveo to be booked Hi, guys. Thanks a lot for all your responses. Right now I am in a dilemma on color. I personally love Black but as I have seen on road there are hardly any black sedans and that most of them doesnt look good if not maintained properly. There is one 'Ivory Gold' which gives good road presence to Aveo is what I feel and is second on my list. Cashmere is another color I like but it comes third. I was told by Raj's glory that Ivory gold requires higher maintenance which I couldnt find out why. Is it true? then I might as well go for Cashmere and do away with extra maintenance related to Black/Ivory gold. Please reply.
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6th June 2008, 00:58	#20
mjothi Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 3,287 Thanked: 231 Times View My Garage	Great. One more addition to the Aveo family Yes black is little difficult to protect from scratches and dust. Ivory gold is really a good color. But not sure if needs so much maintenance. As far as I know, the guys mentioned that it comes with 3 coating and hence they cost a little bit more. Cashmere, is another fast moving color. Anyway, better have a look of all 3 together if possible and listen to your heart...
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6th June 2008, 03:05	#21
rider60 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Bhagyanagaram. (A.K.A. Hyderabad) Posts: 1,620 Thanked: 56 Times View My Garage	well why not look at the logan petrol? in my opinion swift badly lacks FIT AND FINISH! but then i would not mind living with a swift diesel just for the engine, and the benefits it offers. well if you are looking at the entry level sedans, then there is also the indigoCS that is around 5lacs on road and its a diesel. or you can still go for the petrol too. then there is the IKON and ACCENT like mentioned above. and regarding the color i would not suggest black, forget the looks for a second, on a nice hot sunny day say in the summer just touch surface of a black color vehicle that is parked for an hour under the sun and do the same with a lighter shade car you will instantly know why i say no to black color! the color absorbs too much heat and turns the car in to a OVEN. and being black has its disadvantage in the highways during nights, the car wont be as visible as other lighter shades. just keep these in mind before deciding to go for a black color car.
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6th June 2008, 06:27	#22
dude131 BHPian Join Date: May 2008 Location: Goa / Melbourne Posts: 125 Thanked: Once	I would suggest on going for the Aveo as well. GM has been improving their after sales and have identified India as one of their main markets and are hence investing a lot of money. I'm sure in a few years time GM will be one of the top 3 manufacturer's in India. So resale value should improve too.
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6th June 2008, 08:05	#23
phamilyman Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 5,968 Thanked: 4,642 Times	saab, two the things. Firstly, the singular reason why Aveo hasnt really picked is because of even well informed TBHPians recommending dZire because of MSIL badge. Resale value wouldnt really be bad - not compared to comfort and quality of overall experience you get with GM. And unless you plan to change in 3 years, resale would be okay. bt please understand its running cost wont be like an i10
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10th June 2008, 13:13	#26
WheelWake BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 195 Thanked: 36 Times	Thanks everybody for sending in your opinion. I have finally decided on 'Ivory Gold'. I saw all the three colors of my choice in flesh and 'Ivory Gold' sure stood out and I think its gives Aveo awesome road presence and that classy touch. Not to mention that I am not paying anything extra for this color. Also, just an FYI my dealer is giving me body colored doors handles/ORVMs done (as it is 1.4 Base) and central locking and other essential accessories as freebies. I also got a good dealer and GM corporate discount. Plus the cashless ownership. I think it should be a real VFM. Wassay? I should have my chevy by this Sunday. Lets hope so.cheers:
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13th June 2008, 18:04	#27
aks316 Posts: n/a	hi congrats.. i think you should go for cashmere i find it better after black.. honda city exi is worth a look and it has the same features as aveo 1.4 and its not underpowered.. ya fiesta maintenance is little high than the rest.. the mileage i told you was overall.. but since you have decided on aveo its a good car and you wont regret it.. but still i think you should go for the top model of aveo with airbags and abs as it will help when you do highway driving.. i jus came back from nanital and i took my honda city gxi and i felt the need of abs as i found the brakes weak and in hard braking it use to skid..
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13th June 2008, 18:17	#28
greenhorn Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: KL-01 Posts: 7,745 Thanked: 4,402 Times View My Garage	pics of your new baby please!
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13th June 2008, 20:49	#29
Raj'sGlory BHPian Join Date: May 2008 Location: Indore/Mhow Posts: 83 Thanked: 0 Times View My Garage	@Wheelwake. Congats, if you have decided on Ivory Gold then do go for it. And post some pics soon along with the accessories you have fit (with price please!).
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16th June 2008, 13:38	#30
WheelWake BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 195 Thanked: 36 Times	Hi, just to update you guys. I am yet to receive my chevy. Should get it this week. Have gone in for some accessories that I think would be useful for me (I am a new driver) 1)Fog Lights 2)Reverse Sensor(LED) 3)Body colored door handles and ORVMs(freebie) 4)remote keyless entry( freebie) 5)leather steering grip, under body coating, art leather seat cover I am almost certain on following basic ICE setup for the time being: 1) Pioneer HU (the one with USB support) I dont remember the model no. 2) will keep the stock speakers and add JBL GTO937 in the rear. Please pour in your opinion. If you feel I have missed on accessory/ICE thingy.
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