TO REHAAN:
First & foremost, an outstanding review! Totally worth the wait. I have to say Rehaan, this is by far the most comprehensive, detailed & exhaustive review i have read on TBHP till date
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I haven't even seen the car & i can confidently say i know all there is to know about it, right down to the nitty-gritty's. 5 Star rating for sure & clicked on thanks for almost all the posts within your review.
You have covered even the minutest trivia like the AT gearbox available abroad, no rear or middle roof-light, warnings, how the front seats are actually part of the sport package elsewhere, the list is endless. Seriously appreciate all the hardwork & effort put in. Id say this review has raised the bar for BHP reviews. GTO, stay on your heels
At the start, when i saw the pictures of the rear doors and parcel shelf, i was worried about the speaker placement and quality of the OE ICE. Sure enough, it was covered by you later & in excellent detail like the rest of the review. Truly, no words for this review.
TO FORD:
Now, coming to the car itself. I do hope Ford is monitoring this thread closely as there are some very valid points within the review itself. Following are my views:
GRIPES:
- We are desperate for the 6 speed, dual-clutch auto-box available abroad. Going by information from Mustang, a Petrol AT should be launched within the year.
Like many others, i completely urge Ford to bring in a Diesel AT, not just for our sake, but it'll light your sales charts on fire like never before. Heck, you'll surely taste Figo like (maybe more?) success for the Fiesta if this is implemented.
- The horrendous rear interiors need to be spruced up for sure. Rehaans comments make perfect sense. Just add some touches of colour (like the silver finish to the door handles) & chrome to spruce up the rear. This is more than enough & will still keep costs down.
- Lastly, i wonder why there is only a single reverse light. For one, it makes the rear look even more "fugly". And secondly, i see two clear lenses above the actual fog & reversing lamp, what are they for? I mistook them for the reverse lights at first.
CHEERS:
Apart from the above, a have to say kudos to Ford for a truly fabulous effort & an excellent product.
- A big
thumbs up to having ABS & Dual-airbags across the range - other manufacturers could definitely take a cue.
- The keyfob being standard is another very welcome addition.
- While talking about safety, i also
applaud the lane change indicator function they have incorporated. Something i truly appreciated when i experienced it in my Superb. It is really good to see such useful features trickle down to segments below.
- Also
love the very innovative OVRMs which have two levels of convexness to reduce blindspots. Another important safety feature which should be made mandatory for all cars.
- Love all the features including the excellently implemented voice controls & cruise control.
- The interiors are excellently designed and the added attention to detail for India specific changes (NVH, black interiors, lock mechanism for floor mats, auto folding mirrors) are to be applauded for sure.
- Further brownie points to them for launching brand new global engines, in India first! And though they may be disappointing for an enthusiast, im sure they are perfect for our conditions keeping in mind rising petrol costs in case of the petrol engine, and that everyone who has reviewed the diesel, says that though not tarmac scorching, it is very adequate.
Final note - Im sure that even the small gripes like the dull rear interiors will be overlooked once the pricing comes out as definitely, after all the effort & having an excellent product, Ford will make sure they trumph the pricing.
IN GENERAL:
Looking at the Indian market in general, it gives me immense pleasure to see the excellent products that manufacturers are finally making available. Competition is indeed an excellent thing for consumers. Just look at the offerings we are getting! The Verna & the Fiesta are both well rounded products.
Another noteworthy thing is that the manufacturers, though making excellent products, are each making them for a different type of buyer & satisfying different needs and requirements. Take the 8-10 lack segment.
Want endless features and a soft ride in the city - Verna
An all rounded package with enough goodies but driver focused - Fiesta
Want German build & quality with understated elegance - Vento
Still a Honda fan - Price-slashed City
All i can say is, its a great time to buy a car!