The S-Cross could look dramatically completely different from the skin than the mannequin it changed, however other than the extra trendy infotainment system and a few rubber on the dashboard, the inside appears largely the identical because it did in 2013.

On the time we described it as “low-cost and cheerful, but additionally handy and credible”. About 75% of it nonetheless applies. It nonetheless feels low-cost – very a lot so – and it is nonetheless comfy and plausible, however within the context of different automobiles out there within the right here and now, it is about as cheerful as a funeral. A variety of years in the past this might need been the norm exterior of the premium producers, however right this moment, even on the cheaper finish of the market, Dacia reveals that it’s potential to get pleasure from trendy design and the odd fascinating materials texture or coloration with out sacrificing utility. or inflate the worth.

All of it appears very bland contained in the S-Cross, however not less than the ergonomics are sound. The seats are respectable sufficient. You sit excessive, with a formidable driving place that shall be comfy for most individuals because of loads of adjustment within the steering column and seat. There isn’t any adjustable lumbar assist, however that did not pose an issue for many testers, even on lengthy rides.

Rear-seat adults can have cheap legroom, because the S-Cross is barely roomier right here than even the Qashqai, however headroom is tight with the panoramic sunroof that comes normal with Extremely trim. The backrest is adjustable, however the distinction is so slight that it’s barely seen within the pictures.

The rear seat atmosphere of the S-Cross additionally feels very naked. There aren’t any air vents and no USB ports, which is sort of a giant omission in a household automobile. The boot can also be ample, however no extra. It is smaller than the Qashqai’s and, other than a movable boot ground and a 12V energy port, has no particular options similar to hooks or dividers.

The lane help would not at all times appear to work on nation roads, particularly these with faint white stripes, but it surely would not intervene unnecessarily. In the meantime, on the freeway, it is extremely able to centering the automobile. The adaptive cruise management additionally works fairly nicely. And if none of those programs are to your liking, they are often simply sterilized utilizing bodily buttons on or to the fitting of the steering wheel.

Suzuki S-Cross infotainment system

Suzuki has developed an all-new infotainment system for this S-Cross, but it surely’s removed from sensible, missing in options, fast response instances and graphic high quality.

Nevertheless, the built-in capabilities are literally fairly logical to function, and the navigation is healthier than on some way more costly automobiles, with clear instructions and a simple approach to decide on various routes.

And as you’d anticipate in any trendy automobile, there’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and each are wi-fi as normal. Frustratingly, there isn’t any choice of a wi-fi charger, so you will nonetheless have to plug in your cellphone to maintain it from dying on an extended journey. Even wired charging ports are lower than plentiful, with only one USB-A port and one 12V port within the cabin.