मारुति XL6

The 2024 petrol automatic has some improvements over the 2019 base automatic that we exchanged. 4 airbags instead of 2. 6-speed automatic up from 4. But wasted money on paddle shifters which will rarely be used. No 360-degree camera. Reverse camera can be bought from company accessories to avoid cancelling the extended warranty. But static guides instead of dynamic on the screen. No wireless Android or carplay. No improvement in safety ratings despite double the airbags. The following safety features should be available from Nexa as accessories : Auto-dimming rearview mirror. Side step. Roof rack. The most annoying addition is the seat belt alarm that doesn't go off unless you buckle all 4 seats Even if no one is sitting in them. This does not improve safety and no other manufacturers do this insanity. Maruti senior management seems to have declared war on common sense.

Paddle shifter was a waste instead we needed auto dimming rear view mirror, rain sensing wipers, 360 degrees camera, dynamic reversing guides, wireless android auto and CarPlay, window curtains built in. Going from 2 to 4 airbags did not improve crash test ratings. Side step and roof rack options are not available as dealer accessories. Seat belt alarm stays on even after all passengers are buckled up.

1. Buying Experience was excellent thanks to Prashant Bagul, from Mycar(Pune) Nexa showroom, Vashi, Satra Plaza, I got a test drive at home and delivery within a week. 2. Riding experience- It's a car for sedate drivers and family people who drive safely and leisurely, the ride quality is good and the cabin is very quiet with few noises like engine/AC on/off, honking etc. Suspensions are good for a comfortable ride. 3. Looks is the first thing anyone would notice in this car as it has its own style, interiors are good, ventilated front seats are a bliss in Mumbai summer, AC is adequate but not very powerful. The engine is quite one with smart hybrid tech making it stop/start when at signal is saving very small amount of fuel, but at least you are not polluting at signal compared to other ICE cars. One should not take the risk of overtaking on uphill as there is not enough power to do so also if you have all 6 seats full and some luggage then keep it simple, don't risk it. 4. Servicing and maintenance is lower for Maruti Suzuki cars and for this car, I can't say my car is still less than a month. 5. Pros. Best value for money and no other brand offers the same at this price. B.Looks Styling, comfort and cabin quietness are appreciated. Cons: I feel the engine is adequately powered but not for racers or fast pacers.

As I bought it second hand so nothing to say. I own it for last two years. It is five years old car. Value for money car. Maintenance of the cars on the higher side. AC could have been more effective. Optionally convertible middle seat bench/executive. Last row entry could be better if two facing seats be introduced it will increase luggage space.