Excellent visibility also supports the driving comfort of the car. PT. Astra Daihatsu Motor (ADM) as the producer of Avanza-Xenia has made the A-pillars more slopy and the side windows wider.

Although this variant is not the most exclusive - the honor going to the Veloz - its Single DIN entertainment system is potent enough to kill any hints of boredom during rides, whether fleetingly short or gruelingly long ones.

Unfortunately, the new high position of the side-view mirrors has inadvertently created more blind spots.

Performance

The All New Avanza may still have the same powertrain as its predecessor, namely the 1,300cc K3-VE engine, but the manufacturer has lowered the torque from 120Nm to 117Nm.

However, the reduced torque doesn't seem to affect acceleration. Additionally, the Avanza is already equipped with Electric Power Steering (EPS).

We can say that the EPS is a true driving convenience. It may feel a tad bit lighter, but control remains just as easy. EPS is also claimed able to improve the car's fuel economy from 11.6km/L to 12.6km/L, or 8.62% greater efficiency.

Other factors also contributing to this MPV's increased fuel efficiency include reduced engine rotation during idle and under 50rpm conditions, 30kg less kerb weight, and lesser tyre rolling resistance.