I hv been using Alto Lx from last 2 years, and I must say this is a great vehical in its range.the best thing is its looks [I agree the new look is not so attaractive...But if you prefer dark colors with body color bumpers...That will make ur Alto looks sexy....]AC is very powerfull...in temp of around 42 deg cel...it take hardly 3 -4 mins to make u feel cool.Pick-up is very ggod.. I hv driven around 25000 Kms in last 2 yrs ....
I never faced any problem in Ghat section...or on highways...The control is superb... more front leg space....avarage rear leg space....fuel efficient [but without AC ...with AC it will drop till 10 - 12 KMPL....u have to compromise here....pickup goes 50% with AC ON..]Booster assisted breaking system will real help in the hard situation...you get real control over strearing...let booster takes care of breakingRegarding the servicing...keep in mide to properly validate the wheel balancing once u do with dealer.....Sachin