Chevrolet Optra Magnum [2007-2012] User Reviews

 

Exterior I know some people won't agree with me, but IMO this car has the perfect shape of a car and i love the looks especially from the side. I call it more of a formal/executive looking car. It has a strong built and you feel safe inside.

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Though it does not have that sleeky look of today's car, i still like the serious looks of the interiors, specially the dashboard. It truly gives me the feeling of an executive car. Though it does not have a USB port, i manage to use the USB using FM transmitter. This car has so much space that i think the only cars that can match will be Skoda Laura and above. The beige leather seat adds to the beauty of the car. On highways it is a pleasure to drive and most comfortable of all cars i have driven (exception being the Hyundai Emberra). The sound insulation is of good quality though not the best. I will give it 8/10 on that. One aspect of the car that i hate is the horn button. It is so small and its location on the steering is really bad. Personally i find it difficult to use especially when i travel ghat sections.

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Its solid 2000 cc engine with a 121 PS and 314 Nm torque makes it such a powerful car that i can overtake any car on the highway (in this segment). After 1800 RPM it goes like a rocket. I have taken it to 192 km per hour on Bangalore - Hyderabad highway and the car was rock solid. Infact the car was ready to go even further but didn't want to push it. On highways i get an economy of 16 to 17 with an average speed of 120 kmph and i am quite happy about that. In cities i don't get more than 12 kmph. Coming to Gearbox, it is not the best gear box i have experienced. When i change gear, it makes a sound which i hate. The gearshift is not all that great. Secondly, the steering feels very heavey b'coz of hydraulic steering.

 

Ride Quality & Handling It has the best ride quality with its independent suspensions and b'coz of the large wheel base. It can take potholes with ease. Though ground clearance is good with 2 normal size people, it definitely is an issue if the car has four heavy people and if you are crossing one of those typical indian humps. I have cornered it at 130 kmph and the car behaved properly.

 

Final Words I bought my maggy in march 2011 and have done 5000+km on odo. I am in love with this car. Every time i come back home after drive, i still crave to drive it more and keep enjoying it. I think this is the best value for money car in its segment. I am sure anybody buying it will never repent provided he/she is buying the car accepting its looks.

 

Areas of improvement It can improve by providing features such as USB, Bluetooth, Steering mounted controls. Also if they could make the steering little lighter it would add few more stars to the cars driving comfort.

 

Awesome pickup, Space, Safety aspects(strong built), high speed stabilityHeavy steering, gear shift

Exterior Conventional and elegant.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) 6-CD changer, looks, space, leather seats and side doors, front and rear defogger.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Enginer performance good, mine running till now 45k and no issues, mileage is fine compare to engine size of 2.0.

Ride Quality & Handling Smooth ride and excellant handling.

Final Words Value for money and great drive comfort. ample leg space for rear passengers.

Areas of improvement Inclusion of Enginer Immobilizer, technology upgrade that could result service interval of 15000 (like skoda), side mirror automatic folding, company fit parking sensors.

Pick-up, fuel tank capacity, Driving comfortMileage, Service frequency (5k, others are minimum 10k)

Exterior NICE AERODYNAMIC DESIGN AND SHAPE.TAIL LAMPS ARE AWESOME AND UNIQUE AND REAR FOG LAMPS ARE GREAT. LONG HOOD. BROADER DOORS. 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) SPACIOUS. BEST MUSIC SYSTEM (ALPINE) (old models). boom bass. SILENT CABIN . HUGE LEGROOM WHICH CAN COMETE MERCEDES E-CLASS, 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox GREAT PERFORMER ON BOTH HIGHWAYS AND CITIES. FASTER RESPONSIVE ENGINE. CAN REACH 180KPH EASILY(my speed). Fuel economy IS NOT CONCERN WHEN UR BEAST HAS SO MUCH POWER. SMOOTH GEARBOX  EVEN MY WHEN CAR HAS COMPLETED 53240Kms. 

Ride Quality & Handling GOOD ride quality  than any other cars of that price tag. excellent handling and brakes

Final Words NICE CAR WITH LESS MAINTANANCE COST WITH WELL PACKED PERFOMANCE

Areas of improvement HEAD LAMPS NEEDS TO BE REWAMPED WITH GOOD BULBS (dual lamps will be great) ALMOND SHAPE OF LIGHT IS OKAY .needs running lamps. PROJECTOR FOG LAMPS WILL BE GOOD.

SKIRTS WILL BE GOOD. TRACTION CONTROL, AND CRUISE CONTROLS .FRONT AND REAR SENSORS. 

SPORT MODELS SHOULD BE LAUNCHED.  MODELS SHOULD NOT BE STOPPED . OPTRA SRV WAS A GREAT CAR BUT PRODUCTION DISCONTINUED.

MORE POWER LIKE THAT OF CRUZE WILL HELP THE CAR TO HIT THE MARKET WITH GOOD IMPACT. THE MANUFACTURERS CAN INCREASE THE PRICE ACCORDINGLY.

After sales services should be improved (ALL DEALERS).

POWER.HANDLING.ACCELERATION.BRAKING.SPACE.POOR HEAD LAMPS

 

Ive had the car for almost 2 years now and my opinion of this car is that its in the top best buys out there.

 

Exterior The car has a nice luxurios looking body but not as sleek as some of the others out there. Its a little big for the somewhat smaller cavity. No blind spots and great comfort when driving.

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Space on the back when three people are seating is not bad but not as good as the Manza. Boot space is quite bad since its low. stacking two cases is difficult if not impossible. The split seats help but only if no one is sitting at the back.

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox performance is brilliant and outperforms all other cars out there. The suspension is super smooth and so is the gear shift.

 

Areas of improvement Bonnet space and clearance ought ot be higher.

 

Brilliant performance, handling and maintenanceLow Seating, boot space

Exterior are Ok, some may like it some may not, but that should not not be a concern for an avid driver.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) spacious and very comfortable. My 62 year old mother with slip disc problem did not complain a bit during my drive from Delhi to Varanasi (about 850 kms.). We were three adults and one child in the car. Music system with 6 CD changer is good but should have an USB and bluetooth connect which are not costly additions. steering could be more stylish and light.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox EXCELLENT performance, very responsive, quick and powerfull enough to keep you ahead of most of the expensive SUVs on the highways. engine notches up to 130 kmph in  a ziffy.

Ride Quality & Handling Very Good, Good suspension adds to the comfort of spacious cabin and luxurious leather seats. Very good grip on thr road even in the rain. Smooth handling in the city and on the Highway.

Final Words It is not fashionable but value for money. I drove about 2000 Kms on Highway (NH2) from Delhi-Varanasi-Delhi and return journey I were alone. As a test, on an open and deserted stretch, I touched up the speed of 180 KMPH but did nt accelerate further because the engine was already raving above 4000 rpm. But It could certainly go beyond 180 kmph. However, the most important thing was that I were feeling safe and in control. This car manages upto 130-140 kmph effortlessly. For the comfort and ride quality this car is more than value for money.  Anyone having experience would not dispute the responsiveness of engine, smooth acceleration and excellent road grip of this car. The mileage is an area of concern and one has to clearly choose between the ride quality, comfort and power at the one hand and the mileage on the other. But at this price the car provides the power and comfort of much expensive cars. Drive it and you will forget the verna, linea, innova, Safari and even fortuner.

Areas of improvement  Interiors especially dash board and steering may be made more stylish. After 120 KMPH some tyre and wind noises start disturbing the calm atmosphere in the cabin. On high rpms, the AC becomes less effective. Addition of 16 inch alloy wheels would give it more ground clearence and acceptability on the rough roads.

power, good ride qualityheavy steering, mileage and old looking interiors

Exterior : They are really awesome. The one with white diamond really sparkles

 

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) : Car really has incredible space and comfort in it's class. It's royal piece in that class.

 

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox : 2.0 diesel engine performs like a rocket when u hit a road. Also control and riding of car is excellent. Obviously you have to adjust little bit in fuel economy. It's gearbox is very smooth. You can actually test drive this jet and it's competitors.

 

Ride Quality & Handling : As mention is has superior quality riding. Also turning radius is also low as compared to other available in that segment

 

Final Words : In final review Optra satisfies you in all aspects. It's engine performs like a rocket. It's riding is also very smooth. Seats are very comfortable and rich interior gives you pride to have such a beauty.Go for it. I am sure you will have blithe time as I am having.

 

Areas of improvement  : Head light sight is not adequate.

 

 

Pickup,Comfort,Space,StylingDue to spaciousness little bulky in markets

Exterior Looks are subjective to each individual. This car has elegant & sharp looks.Body is well built and feels planted at high speeds.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Front & rear Seating comfort is very good when compared to other cars in this segment.

For gadget freaks, it Should have included steering mounted controls, bluetooth & Usb port on the audio system which can still be installed as ad-on's.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Its 2.0 TCDI Engine is the beast, it is well refined and has got the power to thrill you. I have done 190KMPH on highways, this is just to check the top speed, it would have gone to 200 but i didnt wanted to break the manufacturer's limit :)  Highway fuel effeciency 16KMPL.

Ride Quality & Handling You will feel like in a luxury car with all safety, ABS, Airbags etc.

Final Words Gem of a car VFM

Areas of improvement Headlights must have been provided with better output.

Excellent Engine, Overall a Very good packagenone

Looks good and cool 

😎Very comfortable, but the driver sitting position is too low

You have to drive it to feel the power punch, I have driven a lot of cars but the first time when I came out of the showroom and got empty strech of 1 Km i just pushed the pedal and felt that it will require few days to adjust the torque and power, it was amazing.. Belive it I drove that at 170 Km/hr in NH2 and since then I am proud because very few cars owners can achieve that speed.

You can not drive other cars if you have driven Optra for long, the only option is you have to go for class 1 cars like Merc, BMW or Audi.

The only disadvantage is the car is too low and I got hit in the Oil chamber and when it was replaced the service centre made some thing wrong to the engine and thereafter little uncomfortable..

The engine power and the very cool look..the music system

 

Exterior It looks like a solid car and looks like a car of american design and gm has rocked it.

Interior (Features, Space & Comfort) Space is enough for even tall and short guys persons are comfortable in driving and comfort is superb and casette player and cd player rocks.

Engine Performance, Fuel Economy and Gearbox Its bit slow in between 2 and 3 gear else while its nice and I reached 110 in east coast road in chennai and I really got 17.5 in long highway with full ac on and in city ride mileage is around 12.5 kmpl.

Ride Quality & Handling Ride quality is nice andd good and if it is automatic means it will be the best in 2.0 segment and i have test drived volksvogen vento petrol and fludic 1.6 sx opt at and pickup is nice in lt opt 2.0 and my wife and my motherinlaw both drive my car even ladies feel easy to drive my car.

Final Words It is the best in 2000 segment power smart gear shift is nice.

Areas of improvement Automatic can be there.

style and fuel and designautomatic options is not available