Verna 1.6 CRDI performs like a Rocket, what a pick-up sabjee.. You can challenge with any Sedan of its segment

I had purchased Verna 1.6 Ex diesel in 2014 and driven 50000 kms.I never felt lack of pick-up or smoothness while driving in highways or city. Just push down the accelerator pedal, car jumps like a rocket, particularly in 2nd & 3 rd gear. Till date I have not replaced any part other than engine oil & filters. Driving experience is good & I never felt tired during long drives. While driving in highways, once I tried to test my car speed, that was clocking at 150 km/ hour without any vibrations, I had not dared to go beyond it. many times, my friends use to ask me whether engine is diesel or petrol, i.e. no noise car. But one thing was noticed that, up to 100 km/ hr speed car use to deliver 20-21 km / lt, after that, mileage is dropping to 18-19 km / litre. major drawback for the car is ground clearance, if car occupied with 5 people , ground clearance will be further worse. another drawback is Clutch pedal has to be pressed up to floor, this long pressing causes some what discomfort in city traffic. But one thing I liked about the car is that, it is maintenance free and simply takes off like diesel rocket when situation demands like overtaking, Hill terrain steep uphill climbing etc. I use to take the car to service center only for engine oil change at 8000 km, though manual says 10K requirement. Till date I haven't changed brake shoes, may be most of the times I try to use engine braking rather than, burning the brake shoes. Overall, I am satisfied with my car. Recently I changed Battery & 2 nos. Tyres.