Dear Readers and Potential Buyers,
I just want to share the ownership facts of Celerio. I don't remember the costs of each and every service I had on it. I don't remember the changes I felt after each service but, I remember the performance according to my expectations being a Newbie as a car owner. So, Let's start.
I bought Celerio ZXi in December, 2015 and was very happy to buy my own car. Till now I have done more than 30000 Kms. I drove it to various terrains. Being a mountaineer, I have driven it like.
Since last 6 months I am driving it 500 kms in a week. No Engine heating issues. No sudden breakdowns at all.
Let's go with it's Pros & Cons:
Pros:
Mileage: I am easily getting 20 Kms/Ltr. It's a pocket friendly car.
Inside Space: Leg Room is very much comfortable. 5 people can be accompanied easily. You have got 235 ltr boot space, awesome.
Robust: Ya, I have driven it like a madmax. You can have a good ground clearance of 165mm(Increased upto 172mm by roger modifications). Better grip on tyres specially with sharp turns.
Cheap Maintenance & Service Cost: Maruti is well-known for its maintenance & service. Cheap spare parts as well.
Features: It offers very attractive feature which you can find any sedan or Higher end cars. e.g. Steering mounted audio controls, Bluetooth Hands Free, Electrically adjustable with turn on indicator rearview mirrors, rear defogger, rear wiper and washer etc.
Cons:
Built Quality: I really don't like the built quality, its cheap and so much thin metal used around front as well as in doors. Even a small dog or a cow can make a dent easily. During traffics, we your car touches somewhere, you need to run to service centre ASAP. Really a biggest disadvantage.
Missing ABS & Co-Driver Air-Bag
Lacks power when AC is on. Specially during overtakes. Although drums are really doing well.
Lightweight: Especially during overtakes in Windy atmosphere you literally feel that you car is blown away.
Lacks Soundproofing: I feel it's not sound-proof car. You can easily hear sounds from out-side as well as outsiders can easily hear the songs played into the car.
Verdict:
If you are a newbie for cars, you should always buy a Maruti Car. If celerio is fitting into your budget and you are Ok with some lacks, it's a car for you. Go for it.
It offers you a lot compared to lackings. It's a great family car I must say. It's a compact car that fits in Middle Class budget. Looks good as well.
Lastly, some Maruti Dealers are having casual approaches while servicing the car specially while cleaning the car, some repairs as well but, you can tackle them easily. It's not Celerio's drawback. They are very good to remind you when it's a time for service.
- Thank You! We appreciate your effort.