A good car for family

Look and Style I got my new car on 7th of this month and on the next day went for a long drive (a total of 450 Kms). The car is nice to look at, though it may not win world Miss Beauty Contest. But, I feel looks are not as important as the performance. It seems that Mahindra sacrificed aerodynamics for providing a bigger cabin. It is O.K. Comfort The car is very comfortable. During my long drive from Shimla to Yamunanagar in heavy rain, I did not feel tired. I am 65 years old having heart problem as well. The steering is responsive and a new driver has to be a bit careful as one gets immediate feedback from the steering. handling is excellent and I did not feel that I was driving a big car. The seats are fine and quite wide and there is ampe leg room both in front and also in the back. Three headrests are appreciable which provide comfort to the passengers sitting at the back. The suspension is good and the car was able to absorb pot holes from Shimla to Kalka withour any trouble. Pickup The engine is good though it emits less PS than Manza etc. Still the pickup was good. Drivers chnaging from Petrol to Diesel will find a small lag, but that is natural. This car did not have much lag and pick up was fine. The car being new, it is difficult to give a final word. But it seems that after second or third service, the engine will come up to its maximum power and the pick up will be good. I feel that a bit more could be added. There was no trouble in accelerating the car, though I was careful not to rev the engine beyond 2500rpm. Even at 1900rpm, the car was hitting 80Kmph. Mileage The best part of Verito Diesel is its fuel economy. With fuel prices sky rocketing, a car with good fuel economy will be welcome by Indian drivers. From Shimla to Yamunanagar (Total of 225 Kms with 86 Kms of Hill track) in rains, the car gave 23.6 Km per Litre. On my way back to Shimla, again in heavy rains and trafic jam at Pinjaur and Parwanoo (God save the drivers who become victims of the jam at these two places), the average fuel consumption was 20.8 Km per Litre. Kindly remember, the car has done only 550 Kilometers in all. I think the way I drive (not using brakes much) and driving at moderate speeds, this car, after third service will give more than 25 Kms per Litre. Well Done Verito. Best Features Good, Mileage, Ample cabin space, big boot. Needs to improve For me the car is fine as such, yet a bit more aerodynamic body will sound good. Audio system in all varients, more safety features. Overall Experience My experience was wonderful. I really enjoyed the ride and felt quite safe.