Just came back from the test drive this morning, tested both 1.6 HS and 1.8.

Some thoughts

1.6

Build quality is quite decent
Engine performance really lacking especially when you take 4 ppl in the car, 2 person is still alright.
Interior space is generous and good looking exterior
Handling is a bit on the soft side, good while going over bumps and normal driving. But there is no chance to hit a corner during the test drive, too many cars on the road.

1,8

Same build
Way better engine performance compare to the 1.6, but i still feel the altis/civic has better torque
Same interior, better leather
Same handling

Conclusion.
Overall is an ok car but I would go for the 1.6 low spec the only difference is the panaromic steering adjustment that most ppl do not need. But do note the VSC, its a good safety feature but not compulsory, been driving without 1 for years.

*Leather is shit, the 1.6 leather feels like plastic and cheap. The 1.8 supposedly nappa leather doesn't feel like it but its better than 1.6. I think the inspira 2.0 leather is way better than them.

Bad decision by SD, they should omit the leather or make it optional and slash 2k of the price.

Gonna test drive again after the car is available in the show room. Test drive in all terrain to answer all my questions n doubt of the car. Same time gonna test drive Forte 1.6SX again. And Yes, their FL (coming next month) will come with touch screen + GPS. Gonna upgrade my seats to fully Nappa leather too. FOC on body kit and 5 protection tinting.

1600 booking so far, majority is 1.8L Premium.

People rushed and waited around the parking lot as the Elantra come down from the trailer. I've never sat down ever since till 8:30pm.

So critics, what say you? And tomorrow is the last day to get a free watch from SD. Plus first batch is running out fast.

so u getting which one? 

looks like vios J will smoke u.. 

Finally i had test the car today and decide take 1.6 HS.
This is awesome care for me.

Ng hai gua... U guys say Cadillac use 96k to buy a kancil ah? Lol

Good morning guys,

I test drove both 1.6HS & 1.8 last saturday, for some reason i have lost my passion towards this car. I think because waited too long and too many delay and dissapoinment.

My SA said i will get the car by end of April or beginning of May. But too bad no one can confirm if dark blue is available for 1st batch.

Still cant decide between K5 & Elantra, damn i think i really like Elantra despite everything, kene poison too deep...

@WieBoy let me slide on that la. Forte doesn't appeal to me. And more gadget = more things to take care and repair later on. (If they can sell you a car that almost not making money, they will find other way to get it back. It's basic business.) But don't bash me on that lar. My reason is really personal leh. Hahaha...

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Say did most of you get the full brochure (the one with red elantra on cover). If many want to see, I can scan and put it up by tmrw.

Nope. They took tat feature out along with the extendable sun visor. Instead they add in rain sensor wiper which I think useless to me

the business in the car industry is changing.. 

Darby are not very into this part..  GLC.. typical... 

even Toyota have to do this now a day.. discount clearing old stock...

But Honda still same stubborn also...

Naza, VW all giving HUGE discount...

Yes i wont get excited by bookings. Many of these 1,600 ppl might get rejected cuz many of them dont even know about the new rulings. By the way, its not just based on 1/3 income.  You gotta deduct your other loans, credit card hutang, etc from that nett income and then 1/3 that amount.

ahahah master bufung is back..  ok la.. got chance for this thread to go v5 liao.. 

btw bro.. still undecide?? or sudah change preference?? Forte perhaps?

I believe if SD held the test drive experience without reveal the price, every1 will enjoy the ride, those bashing around bcuz of the !price!

Bro fluid, ntg SD can do?

Giv discount ? add more freebies? free bodykit? tint voucher? free insurance one year? cash rebate? euro 2012 tickets? korean trip?
free maintenance for 1st month? 2nd? 3rd? free SNSD concert ticket? free SNSD poster? Super Junior T-shirt? please~~~

Anything to do, can you propose it? i can write a formal letter regarding this matter, i m sure every1 here agree.