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Got my Compass Petrol AT Model S (O2) two weeks back from Landmark Jeep, Andheri. The experience was pleasant and the SA was knowledgable and friendly.
In accessories, I went with the standard set + 7D mats and sunshades. Didn't go for PPF. Instead got a sealant coat done at a friends workshop. My friend who is in the abrasives and paints industry advised against PPF for me. He said people like me who stay in Mumbai, typically get their car cleaned/washed everyday by someone in their building. That guy uses plain water and the same filthy towels to clean cars. Those towels hold small dirt particles and the PPF doesn't last beyond 1-1.5 years. Instead getting a sealant coat done every year is better. It cost me 2.5k for the sealant and 7.5k labour charge for application. Picture below:
Sealant coating being done
In terms of the drive feel, coming from 2 LTR XUV 500, I found the Compass petrol AT to be extremely sluggish. I, a fairly sedate person, used to become a bully driving the XUV but I have been forced back to my normal sedate self by the Compass.
Besides the sluggishness, I found the following weaknesses:
Otherwise moving to an automatic from manual has been a dream, especially on Mumbai roads. The suspension is great, the feel inside the cabin is premium and the family loves the sunroof.
My car
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