Suman's Final Dilemma : 320d or X1? EDIT : It's the X1

suman · 12th August 2009, 14:32

For those of you who have been following my LTOR on my Fiesta 1.6SXI, you'll know that 80k kms are up & the car will be 4 years young come January 2010. While there is no tearing hurry to replace the car yet (she remains a hoot to drive & a pleasure to be driven in), we've started the idle thinking. Which car do we replace her with? The only thing we've decided is that it definitely needs to be a Petrol sedan & only a real stonker in the Diesel category may make us change our minds

The requirements are very simple actually -

Fun to Drive, an out & out driver's car
Good Ride comfort (rear seats)
ABS, EBD & Airbags
Alloys
Leather
Decent ICE.

The first factor itself left us scratching our heads because we couldn't see too many options. Which is why the first two options figure on our list! And the Cedia Sports seemed to be a logical upgrade.

What do you think? Which of the above? Are there any contenders that I'm missing out on? Feel free to pour in your opinions, giving the Pros of the car that you are suggesting over the others. My only request is to carefully read the requirements before posting. And please also do not suggest any options which are not a definite possibility at this point in time (1.6 Diesel powerplants etc etc

).

Let the replies begin!!!

WhiteKnight · 12th August 2009, 15:29

Within your options, I would vote for Cedia. Rear seat per se is way better than Fiesta's.

ANHC is definitely worth considering. Forget about the bad talk about the car and give a test drive. It is a fast, well rounded family sedan, which would keep everybody happy.
PS: I noted your requirement for Alloys and Leather. Could be sourced outside without hassle

Eddy · 12th August 2009, 15:59

Just for the sake of variety, not a Fiesta again please. Cedia sports, but without the external stickers that were posted in some other thread today.

Other than these two, I don't see any other car meeting your requirement.

jkdas · 12th August 2009, 16:08

Rear set comfy of Cedia is more comfy, more spacious.
Cedia is a bigger car too. Ride quality is great too.

You already have the Fiesta; there should be a change. Would have suggested a suspension upgarde but comfort will go down.

If Fiat wont bring the 1.6 MJD, Cedia it should be for now.

mobike008 · 12th August 2009, 16:16

I guess the Laura VRs Petrol will be in market before Jan'10, I think its 2L with 200BHP that would be an option with eyes closed if you are ready to up your budget and turn a blind eye towards all the bad mouthing that Skoda is getting these days.

akbaree · 12th August 2009, 16:19

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Originally Posted by suman

The requirements are very simple actually -

Fun to Drive, an out & out driver's car

The first factor itself left us scratching our heads because we couldn't see too many options. Which is why the first two options figure on our list!

So true. I understand your dilemma. I found Fiesta 1.6S to be a great car. As you have put - out & out driver's car.

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And the Cedia Sports seemed to be a logical upgrade.

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Originally Posted by WhiteKnight

Within your options, I would vote for Cedia. Rear seat per se is way better than Fiesta's.

ANHC is definitely worth considering.

PS: I noted your requirement for Alloys and Leather. Could be sourced outside without hassle

Because you already own a Fiesta with 1.6 motor, Cedia and ANHC are the only other worthy options (at similar price points and keeping your requirements in mind) that you can consider from the available ones.

When I had test driven Cedia Sports, I found it to be a great driver's car that comes fully loaded as well. But looking at the sales number, I would be worried if I am to buy one. As WhiteKnight suggested, try test driving ANHC. You never know what you will fall in love with.

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Originally Posted by mobike008

...and turn a blind eye towards all the bad mouthing that Skoda is getting these days.

IMHO, people have real issues with A.S.S. of this brand and it is not just bad mouthing. I would suggest to stay miles away from Skodas. Challenges you can face, but there's no good way to facing unethical behaviour. But it is my personal opinion.

AirWind · 12th August 2009, 16:48

Drivers car and rear comfort doesnt come together mate...

Why not Octavia 1.8TPi? It doesnt come with Alloys or leather or ICE, but you can always soup it up to your taste.

jkdas · 12th August 2009, 17:13

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Originally Posted by AirWind

Drivers car and rear comfort doesnt come together mate...

Why not Octavia 1.8TPi? It doesnt come with Alloys or leather or ICE, but you can always soup it up to your taste.

Well,check out his Rs/km expense on the Fiesta. Skoda wont come near. And Skoda is too old and Suman is a senior member here and would have seen all funny threads about Skoda.

vnabhi · 12th August 2009, 17:53

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Originally Posted by mobike008

I guess the Laura VRs Petrol will be in market before Jan'10, I think its 2L with 200BHP that would be an option with eyes closed if you are ready to up your budget and turn a blind eye towards all the bad mouthing that Skoda is getting these days.

Good suggestion, though expensive. I think it has a 1.9 L engine---somebody in my complex has bought one and it looks real good in black.

Suman--How about trying out the Cedia Sports---the yellow one that Hillram owns looks droolsome! Since you already have a Fiesta, why not try something new?

MileCruncher · 12th August 2009, 19:49

Sumanda,

You have not quoted the budget but figuring a budget of 10 Lacs ( on the basis of Cedia) what comes to my mind is the Verna CRDi. Not only do you get diesel economy but also a stonker of an engine. Haven't driven the Cedia hence can't comment but the Verna is definitely worth a consideration.

Cheers

Technocrat · 12th August 2009, 20:03

Whats your Budget? how about Optra Magnum Diesel

devarshi84 · 12th August 2009, 21:47

Now why did that not occur to me?

Optra Diesel rocks and is good at handling too. Just dont expect it to go to the racetrack though.

Otherwise the engine is a gem. The torque can kill many a mini-trucks that come in its way.

sammyboy · 12th August 2009, 21:59

Suman da my vote goes to the Cedia. You have already enjoyed the 1.6 and are already enjoying the beast. This one makes perfect sense but please dont let them put the stickers on the car.

rg_chn · 12th August 2009, 22:04

The Cedia Sports it has to be, though it is a bit undepowered at 115 ps.But, it handles very well. If you'r considering diesel, then its either the Optra Mugnum D or the Verna CRDi.

unni.ak · 12th August 2009, 22:06

Of the choices that you have given, Cedia for sure wins. Fiesta is getting long in the tooth and there are many around. There is also Chevy SRV.

With the kind of usage you have, diesel would be a wiser choice. If you end up looking for a diesel, Magnum and Verna come into the picture.

But, why not a Scorpio!!!

View Poll Results: Which one & why???
Fiesta 1.6 SXI	14	8.19%
Fiesta 1.6 S	37	21.64%
Cedia Sports	96	56.14%
Any others (please name)	24	14.04%
Voters: 171. You may not vote on this poll

12th August 2009, 14:32	#1
suman Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Kolkata Posts: 4,589 Thanked: 279 Times View My Garage	Suman's Final Dilemma : 320d or X1? EDIT : It's the X1 For those of you who have been following my LTOR on my Fiesta 1.6SXI, you'll know that 80k kms are up & the car will be 4 years young come January 2010. While there is no tearing hurry to replace the car yet (she remains a hoot to drive & a pleasure to be driven in), we've started the idle thinking. Which car do we replace her with? The only thing we've decided is that it definitely needs to be a Petrol sedan & only a real stonker in the Diesel category may make us change our minds The requirements are very simple actually - Fun to Drive, an out & out driver's car Good Ride comfort (rear seats) ABS, EBD & Airbags Alloys Leather Decent ICE. The first factor itself left us scratching our heads because we couldn't see too many options. Which is why the first two options figure on our list! And the Cedia Sports seemed to be a logical upgrade. What do you think? Which of the above? Are there any contenders that I'm missing out on? Feel free to pour in your opinions, giving the Pros of the car that you are suggesting over the others. My only request is to carefully read the requirements before posting. And please also do not suggest any options which are not a definite possibility at this point in time (1.6 Diesel powerplants etc etc). Let the replies begin!!! Last edited by suman : 12th August 2009 at 14:35.
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12th August 2009, 15:29	#2
WhiteKnight BHPian Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 998 Thanked: 661 Times View My Garage	Within your options, I would vote for Cedia. Rear seat per se is way better than Fiesta's. ANHC is definitely worth considering. Forget about the bad talk about the car and give a test drive. It is a fast, well rounded family sedan, which would keep everybody happy. PS: I noted your requirement for Alloys and Leather. Could be sourced outside without hassle Last edited by WhiteKnight : 12th August 2009 at 15:31.
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12th August 2009, 15:59	#3
Eddy Team-BHP Support Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Delhi Posts: 9,387 Thanked: 13,300 Times	Just for the sake of variety, not a Fiesta again please. Cedia sports, but without the external stickers that were posted in some other thread today. Other than these two, I don't see any other car meeting your requirement.
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12th August 2009, 16:08	#4
jkdas Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Thiruvananthapu Posts: 9,687 Thanked: 1,492 Times View My Garage	Rear set comfy of Cedia is more comfy, more spacious. Cedia is a bigger car too. Ride quality is great too. You already have the Fiesta; there should be a change. Would have suggested a suspension upgarde but comfort will go down. If Fiat wont bring the 1.6 MJD, Cedia it should be for now.
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12th August 2009, 16:16	#5
mobike008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Seattle, WA Posts: 11,695 Thanked: 14,800 Times View My Garage	I guess the Laura VRs Petrol will be in market before Jan'10, I think its 2L with 200BHP that would be an option with eyes closed if you are ready to up your budget and turn a blind eye towards all the bad mouthing that Skoda is getting these days.
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12th August 2009, 16:48	#7
AirWind BHPian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 998 Thanked: 404 Times View My Garage	Drivers car and rear comfort doesnt come together mate... Why not Octavia 1.8TPi? It doesnt come with Alloys or leather or ICE, but you can always soup it up to your taste.
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12th August 2009, 19:49	#10
MileCruncher Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: MH01 Posts: 4,235 Thanked: 592 Times View My Garage	Sumanda, You have not quoted the budget but figuring a budget of 10 Lacs ( on the basis of Cedia) what comes to my mind is the Verna CRDi. Not only do you get diesel economy but also a stonker of an engine. Haven't driven the Cedia hence can't comment but the Verna is definitely worth a consideration. Cheers
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12th August 2009, 20:03	#11
Technocrat Senior - BHPian Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: GTA Posts: 14,813 Thanked: 2,700 Times	Whats your Budget? how about Optra Magnum Diesel
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12th August 2009, 21:47	#12
devarshi84 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ahmedabad - Tor Posts: 4,024 Thanked: 211 Times View My Garage	Now why did that not occur to me? Optra Diesel rocks and is good at handling too. Just dont expect it to go to the racetrack though. Otherwise the engine is a gem. The torque can kill many a mini-trucks that come in its way.
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12th August 2009, 21:59	#13
sammyboy Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ggn/Dehradun Posts: 1,842 Thanked: 521 Times View My Garage	Suman da my vote goes to the Cedia. You have already enjoyed the 1.6 and are already enjoying the beast. This one makes perfect sense but please dont let them put the stickers on the car.
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12th August 2009, 22:04	#14
rg_chn BHPian Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: K.S.A Posts: 343 Thanked: 3 Times	The Cedia Sports it has to be, though it is a bit undepowered at 115 ps.But, it handles very well. If you'r considering diesel, then its either the Optra Mugnum D or the Verna CRDi.
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12th August 2009, 22:06	#15
unni.ak BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 777 Thanked: 84 Times View My Garage	Of the choices that you have given, Cedia for sure wins. Fiesta is getting long in the tooth and there are many around. There is also Chevy SRV. With the kind of usage you have, diesel would be a wiser choice. If you end up looking for a diesel, Magnum and Verna come into the picture. But, why not a Scorpio!!!
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