Chevrolet Enjoy 2013-2015 TCDi LS 7 సీటర్

Enjoy 2013-2015 TCDi LS 7 Seater సమీక్ష

With the ever increasing automobile segments in the Indian market, new vehicles always come with a certain amount of risk. Every new segment need not necessarily be subjected to the same amount of success and this has been proven every now and then in the country. While passenger car manufacturers are trying to get the best out of what they have in terms of innovation and quantity, the international players too are trying their hand and creating the best possible vehicle for one of the most populous country in the world, India. Chevrolet is certainly one such company. The GM subsidiary went on a track of innovation ever since the success of the Chevrolet Spark and with the release of the Chevrolet Enjoy on May 9th 2013, the company paved way for a new innovation with this MPV, which competes heads on with the other MPVs such as Toyota Innova, Mahindra Xylo, Maruti Ertiga and also a few other base level SUVs. But with Chevrolet Enjoy, the company focused on offering all the possible solutions to the Indian customers as it is offered in both petrol as well as diesel variants. Launched with a fleet of eight cars as a whole, the petrol cars score in terms of performance and price, while the diesel wins with its impressive mileage. Though the myth surrounding diesel regarding its efficiency and noise, Chevrolet broke the spell and certainly tried its best in offering the 1.3-litre engine in the best possible way. The fact that the vehicle is manufactured in the GM plant in India itself shows their seriousness, which the company is displaying with regards to the Indian automobile market. The vehicle manages to churn out a healthy mileage of 18.2 Kmpl, which is really promising. The vehicle also marks the debut of a cost effect manufacturing. The Chevrolet Enjoy TCDi LS 7 Seater is offered at a mere Rs. 6.75 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi), which is impressive considering the features the vehicle offers. Though the top end variant in the range offers more features and has a price tag of Rs. 7.99 lakhs (ex-showroom) , the Chevrolet Enjoy TCDi LS 7 Seater leaves no stone unturned in proving that it is a decent vehicle. This MPV trim is evidently a seven seater and the seating arrangement is arranged in a theater seating style and the mid row features extremely comfortable seating arrangement, so that the spacing and ambiance of the vehicle are maintained. The interiors are another key attraction to the vehicle. They offer a compelling statement to the vehicle making the entire ambiance and structure completely amiable. The safe cage body structure of the vehicle however helps in attaining a better design statement as well as decreases the vulnerability to collision impacts. The variant unlike it’s top end cousin, does not offer ABS, EBD or airbags All in all, the Chevrolet Enjoy TCDi LS 7 Seater is certainly a car to look forward too.

Exteriors:

The exteriors of Chevrolet Enjoy TCDi LS 7 Seater certainly offers a straight competition to its competitors. Offered in the MPV segment the vehicle had to be efficient not just in terms of the interior aspects and the high power but also in terms of the exterior style statement. Probably that’s the reason the company maintained a same exterior profile to all its vehicles. The exteriors of Chevrolet Enjoy TCDi LS 7 Seater trim depict a large space with its 4305mm length, which reassures the spacious arrangement of three seat rows inside the vehicle. The vehicle is offered as a seven seater and has an overall width of 1680mm. The exteriors however have their share of aerodynamic rendering to flaunt making the vehicle visually appealing. The vehicle comes with a strong build quality and beautifully sculpted front grill, air intake valves and the head lamps cluster. The entire vehicle is offered in vibrant colors complementing the design, not just in the side profile but also in the front bonnet area as well. The roof also offers a proper design pattern to allow luggage commuting. The wheels are of 14 inch size and they give a decent on road style statement to the car. The ORVMs are colored with black detailing like the window borders.

Interiors:

The interiors of the Chevrolet Enjoy TCDi LS 7 Seater are comfortable as they offer a beautiful visual appeal as well as seating luxury. The beige tone really amplifies the elegance of the interiors. The interiors come with impressive inclusions such as seat adjustments, air conditioning and entertainment aspects. The rear seats can be folded to allow further boot space . The rear seats are in a single bench format allowing passengers to sit comfortably.

Engine and Performance:

This variant comes fitted with a 1.3-litre diesel engine , the Chevrolet Enjoy TCDi LS 7 Seater really comes as a blessing to pull off this vehicle with ease. The engine manages to churn out 76.4bhp at 4000rpm and a maximum torque of 188Nm at 1750rpm . The engine is capable of offering a mileage of 18.2 Kmpl and is mated with a five speed manual transmission gear box.

Braking and Handling:

The Chevrolet Enjoy TCDi LS 7 Seater comes with disk brakes in the front and drum brakes in the rear . The vehicle also has McPherson struts as the front suspension and multi link coil spring as rear suspension offering a perfect handling.

Comfort Features:

The dual air conditioning offers good air circulation inside the car along with power steering, front and rear power windows, tinted glasses, central door locking, day and night internal rear view mirror and many more such aspects, which will certainly provide comfort to the passengers.

Safety Features:

This MPV trim has a door ajar warning system, driver seat belt reminder , rear spoiler with integrated CHMSL , speed sensitive auto door locks, head lamp on reminder and many other thoughtful innovative provisions making the vehicle a safe commute.

Pros: Decent exterior design, interiors done up quite well, competitive pricing.
Cons: Quite a few features can be added, mileage can be better.