My XUV700 AWD: How ADAS has proved useful in my 11 months of ownership

I also own an Innova Crysta, and due to the absence of ADAS on it, I find myself feeling that a significant feature is lacking.

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I booked my vehicle (Variant - AX7 L AWD ) on the inaugural day of its release and received it 11 months later in September 2022. It has been 15 months since, with 23,000 km on the odometer. To be specific with ADAS, it has proven very valuable in various situations in my experience.

Especially the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) part of XUV 700's ADAS, which has undoubtedly been a lifesaver. During my recent experience on the Chennai, Oragadam - Vandalur road just the day before yesterday, I was driving at 90 km/h on what appeared to be a four-lane road, following an Altroz moving about the same speed with a considerable distance between us. Suddenly, the Altroz in front came to a complete stop to avoid a large pothole. My car, approximately 150 meters behind, promptly detected the Altroz's sudden stop and signaled with AEB beeps, accompanied by vibrating brakes, urging me to take action.

The response was swift, and even before I could react, the system had already alerted me with such a long margin of distance. I was able to steer left, decelerate, and continue without incident. While it's true that one might argue that without ADAS, the situation could have been managed too, but ADAS provided me with the confidence that it functions effectively and alerts me promptly.

To be honest, I don't frequently use the Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) because its sharp adjustments come into play only after allowing the vehicle to approach the lane marking edge and I am not sure why it was designed that way. I usually keep it disabled. However, during highway cruising, the Smart Pilot Assist proves beneficial too, smoothly handling slight turns and allowing me to relax. This feature is especially helpful when I want to snack or have a drink of water while driving.

I also own an Innova Crysta, and due to the absence of ADAS on it, I find myself feeling that a significant feature is lacking when compared to the XUV700, especially during highway trips these days. Once you become accustomed to these advanced features, it becomes challenging to do without them. But, I also agree, that these electronic systems, while offering numerous benefits, can sometimes inject a sense of concern always with us about potential malfunctions. I am also sure ADAS will become a standard feature in the next 5 years or so.

Ultimately, I believe that this vehicle's ADAS not only enhances the driving experience but also encourages responsible driving behavior. The AEB feature serves as a reminder to maintain a safe distance from vehicles while overtaking. It is surely good and necessary to have.

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