So its been four months and I have put up more than 5000 km on the odo. The journey till here has been wonderful. The only grouse being I've not been able to go on the highway yet.
First of all.. things I have noticed in these 5Ks.
- Pickup: Above all, the pickup has increased. Maybe its run-in or something else. Earlier, even after 2k on the odo, the rpm needle refused to go above 3k. Now it goes well above 6k...and willingly so! I just love that 20-90 in second/third gear. Dash to 160 is now not that far.
- FE: In city (bumper2bumper) the best I've got is 13 and worst 10. But considering the weight of the car.. I think its ok. That long drive is still awaited. My weird working hours and improper weekly offs are making a trip to the mountains almost impossible to even think about.
- Air Conditioning: Its more than perfect. As I've said earlier as well.. even without the tints the cooling was superb.
- Comfort: Don't know about the Marina. But the Logan's rear seats are comfortable. Not been to a long journey with full capacity yet. Will update on that soon.
- Rattling: None. Minor squeaks in the doors (that too since I got the tinting done.. maybe a window glass is loose somewhere.
- Interiors: Beige interiors are always more prone to dirt. I wish they had an option of grey. I'll soon get it repainted (half black-half beige ford fiesta style).
- Lack of a remote boot release irritates at times. Especially when the security guard at the mall asks to open the boot.. and I have to shut down the engine.. give the keys.. VERY IRRITATING!!
- Mahindra has not provided head rests for the rear seats in this variant. Which in my opinion is plain stupid. I even asked the service manager..if they can be fitted afterwards.. The whole seat will have to be changed, he replied.
- With the diesel Logan selling the most, the attendant at the fuel station always checks with me "Diesel or Petrol?". A new thing for me since all of my previous cars came only with petrol engines.. so irritating sometimes!!
- Its solid built gives you a safe feeling while sitting inside. The doors shut with a thud. Try lifting the bonnet and you will quickly search for the stand! (its that heavy).
Overall, I am more than happy with this car. First, As I always said.. this is a sedan for hatchback money. So obviously a few compromises will have to be made. But if you ignore a few things you can live happily ever after with this car.
(p.s. if anything got left out, feel free to ask)
Some pics: