Aug 16, 2010 11:52 PM
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(Updated Aug 17, 2010 12:11 AM)
This is my 2nd review on mouthshut. My first review was on mahindra rodeo. linkhttps://mouthshut.com/review/Mahindra_Rodeo_SYM-197015-1.html.
Encouraged by the feedback after my 1st review, I couldn't hold the temptation of writing about the 2nd vehicle we own.
The tryst with Santro started 2.5 yrs back when we were looking for our 1st small car(In fact for my uncle and aunt).
We had loads of knowledge on automobile available but there were many factors to be considered.
We had our eyes on Swift, Getz, WagonR, Zen, Spark etc but we were on a tight budget. Considering the financial constrains we omitted swift and getz. After taking test drive of each vehicle, for its proven track record and reliability, we finally settled down for Santro.That time we were getting considerable discount and there was no waiting period. We settled for Santro GL.
Finally Santro arrived at our door steps
Just for the fact Hyundai has sold 1 Million santro till date and it is one of the most reliable vehicle till date.
Generalinformation:
1100 cc MPFi engine producing 63 BHP.
Top Speed:145 KMPH(Self tested on Mumbai-pune expressway)
Acceleration: 0-100 takes around 16 Sec.
Fuel Consumption:city:-13-15 KMPL with mixed use of AC
Highway:-18 KMPLwith mixed use of ac
Hyundai Santro is a good small car which offers a lot for the price we pay. The interior space is very good and offers excellent headroom and legroom. We feel at home inside santro. But seating position is never comfortable. Though thigh support is good, the upright sitting position takes a toll when yougo for a long drive.
Engine is peppy but a lot underpowered. 63BHP is never enough to pull away in traffic and seriously lags grunt when AC is on. With 4-5 passengers on board, it pulls like an auto-rickshaw.
We always felt that the worst drawback of santro is its suspension. It feels as if suspension is made of leaf spring and every bump and pothole is transferred to the passenger seat. Back seat isn’t the most comfortable one.
Let me assort the pros and cons of this genius:
Pros:-
