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Originally Posted by Sheel Please have a test-drive of the Tata Nexon and see if you like it, you just may. |
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Originally Posted by charanreddy
I finalized on the nexon Diesel Auto after looking at Brezza, Amaze CVT and Creta Non-Auto.
I would suggest Creta Automatic Vs other options and on the Ecosport please test drive with family on bad roads and make sure you are OK with the ride. I felt, I could feel all the pebbles on the road while driving.. |
Have heard a lot of the Nexon. Adding that to my list of cars to drive. This can be a choice between Nexon vs Ecosport.
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Originally Posted by AYP Among the options listed, I'd suggest the new Creta SX+ AT. Other than the missing airbags, the car is the clear winner among the other cars mentioned here.
As others have already suggested, do check out the City ZX CVT and the Verna SX(O), among which City would be my choice. |
City & Verna have been added to the consideration set.
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Originally Posted by Aaron:) Among the compact SUV gang, narrow it down to -
1) Hyundai Creta
+ Refinement, fit and finish, space
- Soulless driving experience, price
2) Ford EcoSport
+ Fun to drive, solid build, price
- Cabin space
Among the sedans -
1) Hyundai Verna
+ Refinement, equipment
- Cramped cabin, A/T doesn't get 6 airbags
2) Honda City
+ Great space and comfort, 6 airbags on the A/T, i-VTEC
- Light build, pricey
I'd say go for the EcoSport. |
This sums it up well and pretty much what my reading is today. Add to it a trial run on the Nexon.
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Originally Posted by Silverfire
To your need for 6 airbags, look at the overall safety package not just airbag count. The Creta with just 2 airbags scored 4 stars on NCAP safety ratings. The fact that it did not have ABS as standard at that time and no seatbelt reminders lowered its score https://www.latinncap.com/en/result/...ta-+-2-airbags
My recommendation is to go with the Creta. |
Is there more info to substantiate this? I agree that 6 airbags is not the sole indicator for safety. A rigid construction, crumple zones etc all add to package.
My only worry is NCAP rating is usually done on global models and the ones sold in India May/May not meet the same standards. Hence the 6 airbag comfort factor.
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Originally Posted by Added_flavor I agree with this. I cant relat to terms like "Soulless" or "boring" when it comes to cars. I just enjoy driving!
Also, "Fun-to-drive" is subjective as well I believe.
For person A, cutting through traffic in a small peppy car is fun.
For person B, fast and confident cornering in a car with accomplished dynamics is fun.
For person C, gliding over a potholed/uneven road without having to slow down is fun! And the list goes on.. you get the drift.
In my opinion, if you have the budget for a Creta, and don't have a fuel-type preference then its a no-brainer! That 1.6L 126Hp diesel is a stonker of an engine with a decently capable and reliable torque converter! Also, Hyundais handling like boats is a thing of the past. If it is fast, convenient, premium and reliable, then its surely not "soulless" to me. Happy shopping! |
Bang on. I do have the budget for the Creta, but maybe the diesel auto will be a stretch. Plus with my driving of sub 1000kms a month, not sure if its worth plonking the extra for the diesel.
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Originally Posted by GTO Agreed with other BHPians. If you have the budget, go for the Creta over the EcoSport. It's one heck of an all-rounder and will keep you happy, inflated price-tag aside. You don't need the 3rd row or space, hence the XUV500 is out and the Duster is too old to get a recommendation today. |
Inflated price tag!
Thats the problem with the Creta. The value for money seeker in my just doesnt feel like relenting. Plus the fact that I dont have 6 airbags. Thats is the biggest deal breaker for me currently
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Originally Posted by narayans80 Is there any reason for a high riding car? You may want to look at the Verna AT which offers the 6-speed torque converter and 6 airbags and priced below the Creta and is in your budget. If you need a diesel, that's also on offer.
The City also offers a petrol CVT with 6 airbags, albeit a bit overpriced. |
High riding car was a preference, a 'feel good' rather than an actual need. Have added verna and city to my list based on earlier recommendation.
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Originally Posted by souvik25 Are you not considering Tata Hexa? Creta 2018 model looks great after face lift. Xuv 500 flush have loads of features. But EcoSport is not part of this brigade. |
Hexa is out of my budget. Plus a third row of seats is not a requirment. Had tried the XUV but found it too big to lug around in city. Dropped it from my list.
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Originally Posted by blorebuddy Looks like Creta is the best suited and that's what others also recommending. |
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Originally Posted by RedHerring Hey Funkyp,
Do keep us posted on what you finally select. I am watching this thread very closely because your requirements almost mirror mine exactly - though I am open to sedans as well. So both Verna and City top end autos are also in consideration.
If only the Vento TSI came with 6 airbags. Sigh. |
I will keep my journey posted.
Okay so some quick updates:
Ecosport: TD of the dragon petrol auto is scheduled for this Saturday. Unfortunately, no ecoboost in automatic. Not considering the diesel.
Creta: TD the petrol auto (pre-facelift version) - no change in mechanicals. Diesel wasnt available. Will try again this weekend.
Likes: Spacious, Decent View, Smooth Motor, Comfortable over patchy roads. lighter handling (steering) as compared to my swift makes city drives easy, stable over harsh braking.
Dislikes: Gearbox a tad slow, no paddle shift makes manual control cumbersome, Not great for spirited handling, only 2 airbags.
Verna: Had high hopes, Saw it at the showroom. Found rear seat space in-adequate at my driving position. The older City had a lot more space - I am assuming the new one will too. Dropped for the time being.
Nexon: TD this weekend.
City: TD this weekend
XUV500: TD done. Too large for my liking. No need for 3rd row. Dropped.
Duster: Didnt TD. Dropped based on recommendations earlier.
Terrano: Thought of considering this, but since its a re-skinned Duster, dropped.
Boot space is not a big requirement. As long as it can hold a pram (even my swift is able to) + a suitcase (swift cant with the pram) it should be enough. Can always take cabs for those odd airport runs.