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When I landed in Patna, Dad gave me the shocking news that we need a car for office purposes. I was obviously very happy that finally we have our own car in Patna because until now, we used my uncle’s Manza. Dad claims it is for “office purpose” but its more like for us. I was also very happy that finally I will get a chance to TD some cars in India. So I asked Dad that what cars he has shortlisted. He said that he has shortlisted a few and that he is going to take me for TD session in the Xylo. So on the 26th, 4 people went to the showroom. Four includes Dad, me, our driver, and an office staff. The office staff is also a car buff just for information. That actually surprised me. Anyways we entered the showroom and a Xylo D2 in white was standing at the entrance. I asked my dad that this model is too basic. Get colored bumpers version at least. I asked a salesman whether I can sit inside and get a feel of it. Salesman replied,” Abhi nahi sir, 10 minute ke baad, jitna aapko bethna ka mann karega, utna bathyega.” (Not now, after 10 minutes, you can sit how much ever you want.) I was like ok but then realized that Dad and the office staff were gone missing. I saw them near the counter and they were paying some cash to salespeople. That’s when Dad came out and said,” Son, this is our car!” I was shocked for a moment. I always wanted a huge MUV as a car. Then took some pictures with it. But as it came to notice, this did not come with mEagle engine but with another mCrdi engine. Also it had no ABS and Airbag on passenger seat. Im not sure whether driver side there is airbag or not. Did not notice. Also Dad opted for the Captain Seat version. So I went to inspect the car. Some puja was done on the car when it had reached the stockyard last week. So there was no need of puja now. But the car was bone stock and super basic. No wheelcaps, no foglams, no stereo, no clock, no rear wiper, no sidestep. I told dad that we must accessorize the car so we can enjoy it atleast. So after some formalities, me and driver left to accessory shop with the staff. Staff followed us in his Activa. Dad went back to office.
First Passenger Impressions:
After sitting in my Civic, this car was feeling like mountain. Like I mean it, it was feeling so high. But it felt good. Also since sitting high, the view was awesome. Everything was visible from inside. Also surprise, all four windows have power windows. Though initially, some diesel clatter was audible, it was all silent after we got going. Doors need a strong push to close. Also the doors have very satisfying thump.
First Driving Impressions:
Steering is too light for a big car. This MUV is much to easy to drive. Too much. I couldn’t believe it at first. Clutch was also lighter than the Manza’s. Low end torque is amazing. It was a breeze to drive in the city. Though when starting the car, the gear stick wobbles a lot. Gears also slot easily. I thought it to be easier to drive than the Manza even. Seat comfort was decent too. Ok it isn’t the most comfortable front seat but it wasn’t bad. Steering size is also good. Not too big or too small. Once the revs go up, not much torque is left to pull. It’s not a fast car. It’s more of a mile muncher. Overtaking does require a downshift and some extra planning. Braking is good even though there is no ABS.
Accessories fitted:
- Wheelcaps
- Front bull bar and rear bar.
- Music system head unit and 4 speakers
- Carrier
- Side step
- Tints
Overall, I love this car. Looks decent and drives decent. Loving it all the way also now i'm missing it now that I am back. Civic feels too low and unsatisfying.(though that could be because of manual gearbox which i love compared to dull automatics).![[clap]](https://www.theautomotiveindia.com/forums/images/smilies/Clap.gif "Clap [clap]")
Attached are some pics in the showroom without accesories
First Passenger Impressions:
After sitting in my Civic, this car was feeling like mountain. Like I mean it, it was feeling so high. But it felt good. Also since sitting high, the view was awesome. Everything was visible from inside. Also surprise, all four windows have power windows. Though initially, some diesel clatter was audible, it was all silent after we got going. Doors need a strong push to close. Also the doors have very satisfying thump.
First Driving Impressions:
Steering is too light for a big car. This MUV is much to easy to drive. Too much. I couldn’t believe it at first. Clutch was also lighter than the Manza’s. Low end torque is amazing. It was a breeze to drive in the city. Though when starting the car, the gear stick wobbles a lot. Gears also slot easily. I thought it to be easier to drive than the Manza even. Seat comfort was decent too. Ok it isn’t the most comfortable front seat but it wasn’t bad. Steering size is also good. Not too big or too small. Once the revs go up, not much torque is left to pull. It’s not a fast car. It’s more of a mile muncher. Overtaking does require a downshift and some extra planning. Braking is good even though there is no ABS.
Accessories fitted:
- Wheelcaps
- Front bull bar and rear bar.
- Music system head unit and 4 speakers
- Carrier
- Side step
- Tints
Overall, I love this car. Looks decent and drives decent. Loving it all the way also now i'm missing it now that I am back. Civic feels too low and unsatisfying.(though that could be because of manual gearbox which i love compared to dull automatics).
Attached are some pics in the showroom without accesories
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