I booked my Sliver Xeta GLG 1.2 (Petrol) on 4th October and get it yesterday on 05th November 2008. Already clocked 100 KMs. I like to give many many thanks to Mouthshut and Team BHP for choosing this vehicle. I had a Maruti 800. It was so cramped. Knees always touched front seats. Very uncomfortable for even 20-30 KMs journey. This XETA has more than enough Leg Space. Nice height too for taller people. Engine is very quite. From inside even my windows are half open I often get confused wheather it is running or not. Now some pros n cons : (though only after 100 KMs ) -
Pros:
Superior Space (You never feel that u r driving a Hatch). I drove with 4 average size ppl in back and two including me in front.
Toughest body after Ambassador. U always feel very safe.
Very silent and refined engine.
High mount Break Lamp & lamp in luggage compartment.
Engine RPM meter (very useful)
Suspension is very good. Just like sedan.
Beige interior.
AC is very powerful.
Front fog lamps are very useful for potholes and bad roads.
Indian brand - I am proud to be an Indian.
Cons:
Look is not so good.
Loud sound of AC when u put it to 3/4 speed.
Luggage compartment is bit small.
Tyres look smaller.
Power windows (front) switch are placed in the centre of console insted of doors.
Bonet open knob is very tricky.
Little bit sluggish in low speed.
Power steering doesnot respond well in low speed.
Still I suggest you this car before 800/Alto/Wagan-R/ZEN Estillo(feminine car)/Santro/i-10 if your budget is Rs.3.00 to 4.00 Lakhs just because of its service availability (just after Maruti), cheap spare parts, Big car like feel and very powerful and silent engine.