Hyundai Accent Executive vs TATA Indigo

benbsb29 · 22nd October 2008, 11:14

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Originally Posted by Eddy

He will drive solo Benny. Don't think he will appreciate the rear seat comfort of the Ikon.

Point taken, Eddy.

i reiterate my point about test driving the cars shortlisted.

luvjascha · 22nd October 2008, 11:18

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Originally Posted by benbsb29

i reiterate my point about test driving the cars shortlisted.

I will certainly TD both, the Accent and the Ikon, before finalizing my decision.

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Originally Posted by flyingspur

by costs if you mean maintenance and upkeep, you have nothing to worry about

Oops..should have phrased my query better!

What I'd like to know is the duration of initial warranty as well as the duration and cost of the extended warranty, with both, Hyundai and Ford.

GTO · 22nd October 2008, 14:37

You are driving it yourself and thus, the Accent is better of the two. The Indigo scores on rear seat + comfort, but I don't think too much of Tatas petrol engines.

luvjascha · 22nd October 2008, 14:56

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Originally Posted by GTO

I don't think too much of Tatas petrol engines.

This seems to be a popular opinion on the forum

Since a petrol sedan is what I'm looking for, the Indigo's out.

I'll wait a month for the face lifted Ford Ikon, TD her along with the Accent, and make my decision.

Ramsagar · 22nd October 2008, 15:14

Accent is very good car with nice interiors and VFM. If you prefer, it also has the CNG option.infact you can save your fuel bills too.

@ Ikon:think twice as far as *** are concerned.

Forget indigo that too petrol version.

Eddy · 22nd October 2008, 15:17

You may also want to look at this

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/sedans...kes-sense.html

luvjascha · 22nd October 2008, 15:19

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Originally Posted by Ramsagar

Ikon:think twice as far as *** are concerned.

From what I've heard, Ford's After Sales has improved considerably over time, but if one were to compare it with Hyundai, the latter win's hands down!

CtrlAltDel · 22nd October 2008, 16:31

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Originally Posted by luvjascha

From what I've heard, Ford's After Sales has improved considerably over time, but if one were to compare it with Hyundai, the latter win's hands down!

even if the A*S*S has improved, i dont think the costs have come down.

mobike008 · 22nd October 2008, 16:53

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Originally Posted by CtrlAltDel

even if the A*S*S has improved, i dont think the costs have come down.

. With Hyundai A.S.S, i experience the service advisors actually telling me in more than 4-5 instances not to change a certain major part confirming that it will last for more kms. One e.g

I am running over 32k kms and my brake pads are still stock and advised over the last couple of services "not to change" as they are in good condition

which other A.S.S would hit an axe on their own leg?

g4n · 28th December 2008, 22:59

I'll just narrate my experience with the Tata Indigo GLS. I had purchased a Tata Indigo GLS in August 2005. Since the purchase, I have faced numerous problems with the vehicle, despite having followed all instructions regarding running-in and periodic servicing.
Within the first 500 kms of driving, the car started experiencing poor acceleration. On investigation, one of the ignition leads was found to be short-circuiting. This was temporarily rectified by wrapping it with insulation tape, and subsequent replacement with a new set of leads.
Within 1000 kms, the car developed a severe problem in acceleration and pick-up, in that the engine responded to accelerator inputs in an extremely rough and jerky manner. I was at Allahabad at the time, and the authorized service station at Phaphamau was unable to diagnose the problem despite several trial and error methods. Ultimately, a trusted street mechanic correctly identified a defective Lambda sensor as the cause of the problem. By this time, the car had run about 1100 kms and the muffler assembly had started showing signs of rust and rot. Still in the warranty period, the lambda sensor and muffler was changed.
Subsequent to this repair, the problem in acceleration reduced but was not completely eliminated; even now the car’s acceleration is nowhere near smooth. I have completed almost three years of possession of the said vehicle, and in the meantime the silencer has been replaced two more times. The fuel pump was replaced in March 2008 because of a broken outlet joint. The ignition leads had to be replaced again in April 2008. The fuel gauge is erratic in its readings and shows a zero reading even with about 20 litres of fuel in the tank. No service station or workshop that I have contacted has been able to identify the problem.
I feel that the above mentioned problems indicate a bad product and poor quality control. These problems have not only caused unnecessary expenditure( close to about 50K), but also a huge waste of my time in frequent visits to service centers and mechanics.

TheARUN · 29th December 2008, 07:48

You should be thinking of a DZIRE mate. It comes for 5,40,000 on road in Bangalore. Its a modern awesome car and has a huge demand in the market for its diesel variant

manish7 · 29th December 2008, 13:41

I can't coment on other details, but I have driven Ikon and Ascent; and I found Ikon better as a driver's car. Ford service is an issue though.

spetnaz · 29th December 2008, 23:47

I've driven an Indigo extensively, and I could tell you one thing: Don't opt for it.
Refinement wise, it's generations behind other cars. You can think about Indigo though if you want it to be chauffeur driven... the rear leg room is pretty good.

Accent should be a much better option between the two. I'm not sure about Ford, but you could look at DZire if you can live with its looks. Between the options, I'd choose Accent anyday. It's a complete no-nonsense and a proper car, and shouldn't give you much of headaches.

22nd October 2008, 14:37	#33
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 70,534 Thanked: 300,736 Times View My Garage	You are driving it yourself and thus, the Accent is better of the two. The Indigo scores on rear seat + comfort, but I don't think too much of Tatas petrol engines.
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22nd October 2008, 15:14	#35
Ramsagar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: BLR_Nellore(AP) Posts: 1,396 Thanked: 252 Times View My Garage	Accent is very good car with nice interiors and VFM. If you prefer, it also has the CNG option.infact you can save your fuel bills too. @ Ikon:think twice as far as *** are concerned. Forget indigo that too petrol version.
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22nd October 2008, 15:17	#36
Eddy Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 9,387 Thanked: 13,301 Times	You may also want to look at this http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/sedans...kes-sense.html
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28th December 2008, 22:59	#40
g4n Newbie Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bhatinda Posts: 2 Thanked: 0 Times	Tata Indigo Petrol Is Total Junk I'll just narrate my experience with the Tata Indigo GLS. I had purchased a Tata Indigo GLS in August 2005. Since the purchase, I have faced numerous problems with the vehicle, despite having followed all instructions regarding running-in and periodic servicing. Within the first 500 kms of driving, the car started experiencing poor acceleration. On investigation, one of the ignition leads was found to be short-circuiting. This was temporarily rectified by wrapping it with insulation tape, and subsequent replacement with a new set of leads. Within 1000 kms, the car developed a severe problem in acceleration and pick-up, in that the engine responded to accelerator inputs in an extremely rough and jerky manner. I was at Allahabad at the time, and the authorized service station at Phaphamau was unable to diagnose the problem despite several trial and error methods. Ultimately, a trusted street mechanic correctly identified a defective Lambda sensor as the cause of the problem. By this time, the car had run about 1100 kms and the muffler assembly had started showing signs of rust and rot. Still in the warranty period, the lambda sensor and muffler was changed. Subsequent to this repair, the problem in acceleration reduced but was not completely eliminated; even now the car’s acceleration is nowhere near smooth. I have completed almost three years of possession of the said vehicle, and in the meantime the silencer has been replaced two more times. The fuel pump was replaced in March 2008 because of a broken outlet joint. The ignition leads had to be replaced again in April 2008. The fuel gauge is erratic in its readings and shows a zero reading even with about 20 litres of fuel in the tank. No service station or workshop that I have contacted has been able to identify the problem. I feel that the above mentioned problems indicate a bad product and poor quality control. These problems have not only caused unnecessary expenditure( close to about 50K), but also a huge waste of my time in frequent visits to service centers and mechanics. Last edited by Technocrat : 29th December 2008 at 00:56. Reason: Removed Size & font tags as they are not supported by Forum software
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29th December 2008, 07:48	#41
TheARUN Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,373 Thanked: 958 Times View My Garage	You should be thinking of a DZIRE mate. It comes for 5,40,000 on road in Bangalore. Its a modern awesome car and has a huge demand in the market for its diesel variant
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29th December 2008, 13:41	#42
manish7 BHPian Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Pune Posts: 508 Thanked: 0 Times	I can't coment on other details, but I have driven Ikon and Ascent; and I found Ikon better as a driver's car. Ford service is an issue though.
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29th December 2008, 23:47	#43
spetnaz BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Chennai Posts: 86 Thanked: 3 Times	I've driven an Indigo extensively, and I could tell you one thing: Don't opt for it. Refinement wise, it's generations behind other cars. You can think about Indigo though if you want it to be chauffeur driven... the rear leg room is pretty good. Accent should be a much better option between the two. I'm not sure about Ford, but you could look at DZire if you can live with its looks. Between the options, I'd choose Accent anyday. It's a complete no-nonsense and a proper car, and shouldn't give you much of headaches.
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