डर-डर के लगाए थे 8.5 लाख - अब देखो क्या हाल हैं । 100000 KM on NEXON ! DDS

Product Reviewed

• Tata Nexon (Diesel, BS4 era / 2018 XM variant mentioned)
• Odometer: ~108,214 km
• Ownership duration: ~8 years
• Shared through the owner (“Pushkar ji”) and a host/reviewer.

Key Points / Features Mentioned

Diesel Reliability (Long-Term Use)

• Owner states the car has been dependable for ~8 years.
• Mentions no major driving hesitation over the long term.

Engine Character & Performance

• Diesel rattle/rumble: Host highlights the noticeable sound; owner later describes a turbo boost feel.
• Turbo lag + strong pull:
  • Both host and owner mention turbo lag.
  • Once the turbo kicks in, the car feels powerful (“straight pull” / “dangerous” as phrased).
• Torque: 260 Nm
• Power lag on hills:
  • Owner reports it takes more effort uphill compared to when it was new.
  • Uses Sports/City mode and even half-clutch on inclines.
  • It climbed easier when it was new.

Fuel Efficiency Claims

• Highway mileage: 24–25 km/l (claimed)
• City / bumper-to-bumper traffic:
  • Owner mentions roughly 18–19 km/l-ish, with wording that’s a bit inconsistent, but the overall claim points to decent everyday efficiency for heavy traffic use (Noida to Delhi context).

Driving Comfort & Refinement

• Host says refinement improved over time, even after BS6 era updates—but the Nexon still feels “raw”.
• Comparison with modern cars:
  • Host notes modern vehicles feel quieter, while this Nexon still brings in more road/wind noise.

AC Behavior (Real-World Issue Explained)

• AC sometimes appears to stop cooling on long trips/very hot conditions.
• Suggested explanation: likely thermostat/evaporator icing effect.
• Workaround described:
  • Turn OFF AC for a while (don’t stop the blower).
  • Let the ice melt, then cooling returns.

Service & Maintenance

• Initially serviced at a Tata service centre under warranty.
• After warranty: owner used a nearby mechanic, but also notes major work at Tata post-warranty lapse:
  • Intercooler / EGR cleaning
  • Timing belt rework
• Service experience is described as mixed.

Common Ownership Issues Noted

• Loose/missing mirror cap after service (replaced by staff during handling)
• Glovebox/tablet tray missing at purchase, later added quickly from another car nearby
• Bluetooth music disconnects sometimes (owner says he got used to it)
• Rust issue: mentioned, but treated using an aftermarket scuff plate, with no further rust found
• Battery failure: battery died around 3 years; jump/push-start attempt failed; battery replaced after reaching Dehradun
• Clutch-related notes:
  • Owner states clutch was not replaced
  • Disc pads changed 2–3 times
  • Disc rotors changed once (owner clarifies)
• No warning lights and no “burned” issues reported so far

Cost Metric Claimed by Owner

• ~₹4.5 per km overall (including highway + heavy traffic usage)

Comfort / Tech Experience

• Owner praises the music/audio quality, despite being an XM basic variant.
• Host claims music quality reduced compared to an older setup (acknowledging newer screens but not the same audio outcome).

Pros (As Stated)

• Long-term diesel reliability, even with Delhi/NCR diesel restriction context
• Good fuel efficiency, with highway 24–25 km/l claimed and strong overall cost-per-km narrative
• Power when turbo engages (satisfying torque / straight-pull feel)
• ABS performance: emergency-like stop anecdote with full ABS cycling and quick stopping
• Low major breakdowns: no check lights, no burning, and no major suspension work yet

Cons / Problems (As Stated)

• Power lag on hills compared to when it was new
• Turbo lag
• Engine needs fine-tuning, including:
  • Black smoke observed (owner feels it could improve via better injector cleaning and correct oil quantity)
  • Engine oil quantity/level concern (mechanic checked compression/test drive and said it was OK)
• AC cooling interruption on long trips (managed by temporarily turning off AC as a workaround)
• Mixed service experience, with minor fitment/part issues
• Visibility issue due to wide A/B pillars and no reverse camera
  • Owner says people/2-wheelers can feel like they “disappear” behind pillars
  • Sensors are present, but no camera is installed

Comparisons Made

Choice Logic / Other Cars Mentioned

• Owner says that had he chosen petrol, he would have bought Ford EcoSport (claims EcoSport averages around ~10, implying worse than Nexon).
• Diesel alternatives discussed:
  • Mahindra XUV 3XO (diesel Van/Sonet also referenced)

Diesel vs Petrol Decision Framework

• Owner argues diesel makes sense for long-term ownership (keeping the car ~10 years).
• Claims diesel offers lower running costs.
• Mentions petrol owners often sell earlier:
  • Many sell within 7–8 years
  • Fewer keep for 15 years

Numerical Info / Ratings Mentioned

• Odometer: 108,214 km
• Ownership time: 8 years
• Price paid at purchase: ₹8.6 lakh (with extended warranty)
• Cost per km: ₹4.5/km
• Torque: 260 Nm
• Mileage claim: 24–25 km/l (highway)
• Oil quantity mentioned: ~5 liters total engine oil (owner also notes it seems less in practice)
• ABS emergency stop: described qualitatively (no numeric score)

Overall User Experience Verdict

The Tata Nexon diesel (high-mileage) is portrayed as mostly dependable and economical, with:

• strong turbo pull and good fuel economy
• but also aging-related issues like hill power drop, turbo lag, possible smoke, and a somewhat quirky AC behavior (workaround: temporarily turn off AC on long-hot trips)

Minor electronics/fitment issues and an occasional battery failure are mentioned, but no severe recurring major breakdowns.

Recommendation

• If someone wants a long-term diesel, accepts turbo lag / possible smoke / AC quirks, the video leans positive on Nexon’s ownership value, especially the cost-per-km aspect.
• Owner says he’ll try another brand next, but still praises Tata/Nexon reliability.

Speaker-by-Speaker Notes

• Pushkar ji (owner):

  • Emphasizes diesel efficiency, long-trip usefulness, reliability
  • Notes hill power lag with age, mixed service experience
  • Explains AC behavior workaround
  • Shares multiple smaller ownership issues (battery, Bluetooth disconnect, rust spot, visibility without reverse camera)

• Host / reviewer (driving commentary + narration):

  • Focuses on diesel sound, turbo lag vs punch
  • Compares refinement/noise with modern cars
  • Provides the AC icing workaround explanation

• Third-party / other referenced voice (brief):

  • Mentions diesel restriction context in Delhi/NCR and general diesel vs petrol logic, mostly within the host’s framing.