S Cross - The Jack of all trades

The S Cross which is sold via the NEXA group gave us premium customer service that one does not usually receive in this segment. Facilities like NEXA Lounges only add to the convenience of owning a NEXA car. The S Cross is a great family car and without doubt, it has the most spacious backseat in its segment with a wheelbase of 2600mm. The infotainment system is just flawless with bright contrasting colors and it is user-friendly. The 40-60 split function of the rear seat only increases one's comfort. Though it does not belong to "chauffeur-driven segment" it is as good as one with excellent thigh support and legroom. It is also a fun car to drive around corners. The after-sales service is satisfactory and on the cheaper side. Comparing it to its direct competitors like the Creta and Duster the S Cross is the best value for money car offering excellent ownership experience. On the flip side, it does have its own setbacks. There is a turbo lag past 1500 rpm and hence overtakes need to be planned. Its front fascia though subjective doesn't seem attractive to many. Also, the insulation is imperfect as both road and tire noise do filter infrequently. The plastics too feel outdated and are simply borrowed from the lower Maruti cars. Overall its a great family car with decent mileage, in which long journeys are comfortable.