I drove my friends car from Coimbatore to Hyderabad. Initially I was bit circumspect about the vehicle and said I ill come by train but my friend wants me to drive since I was used to long drives. To my surprise it was very good driving, may bit less of power and 4th and 5th gear has no big difference, but for that price you have to compromise a bit. it gives best in class mileage( around 15- 16 kmpl) and feature loaded. Drive was smooth. I strongly bet on xylo, if u want 8 seater with 90% comfort, 100% mileage, 85% leg space, 100% features and 80% handling and 65% safety( since no abs, airbags etc.) go for it. having said all that you should maintain it properly to get the best.