FACTFILE
Price Rs 21 lakh(estimated)
Top speed NA
Power 158bhp at 6000rpm
Torque 22.6kgm at 4700rpm

Length 4805mm
Width 1821mm
Height 1460mm
W’base 2776mm
Weight 1515kg
Fuel tank 70 litres

Engine 4 cyls inline, 2362cc
Installation Front, transverse, FWD
Compression ratio 9:8:1
Specific output 66.89bhp/litre Bore/stroke 88.5/96mm
Gearbox type 5-speed manual/4-speed automatic

Front suspension Independent MacPherson strut with stabiliser bar
Rear suspension Independent dual link with stabiliser bar
Front brakes Ventilated discs
Rear brakes Solid discs
Wheel 6.5 x 16
Tyre 215/60 R16

first verdict
A good but pricey alternative to the Honda Accord.

Callout:
In THE CABIN Spacious and user-friendly

space age
Bottom of the windshield pushed forward to maximise interior space.

interior design
Cabin has nice blend of contemporary and traditional cues.

gear-stalk
Tall stick of the gearshift juts out and is an eyesore in an otherwise neat layout.

ergonomics
Primary and secondary controls all within reach. Sat-nav obviously will not make it here.