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The answer to this question is: Yes, the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LS is worth the hype for small businesses.
31 January 2025 07:51
I feel that people underestimate the Dost Plus LS. Phew, a few creative loadings and a little planning after and I have been able to completely replace my larger truck. Just working smarter, not necessarily harder.
Is the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE reliable for daily heavy duty usage as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:41
Decent, but not bulletproof as Ashok Leyland claims. The clutch has worn out faster than I expected and the suspension sags a bit under constant heavy loads.
Is the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE reliable for daily heavy duty usage as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:41
The Dost Plus LE is more reliable compared to the Tata Intra that I came from. They seem to be better at mitigating the overloading (and I do not over load things) and the engine feels less fragile.
Is the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE reliable for daily heavy duty usage as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:41
It seems like an above average heavy duty use but not extraordinary. Nothing major that left me stranded but I have had a few electrical niggles that were annoying to deal with.
Is the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE reliable for daily heavy duty usage as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:41
The Dost Plus LE is a tank in my experience. I use it for my business, construction supply, and it just keeps going, even on rough roads with heavy loads. Definitely more reliable than my old Mahindra Supro.
Is the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE reliable for daily heavy duty usage as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:41
Well, I believe that it depends on how well you maintain it. I service religiously, and the Dost has been trouble free for 100,000 km of hard use. The more things get slacked on, the more issues come up among said friends.
Is the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE reliable for daily heavy duty usage as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:41
It's reliable, but not invincible. The clutch has worn out sooner than expected, and the brake pads wear out quickly if you are doing a lot of stop and go driving with the heavy load.
Is the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE reliable for daily heavy duty usage as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:41
Having owned both the Dost and the Tata Intra, the Dost wins out in terms of reliability. It seems to tolerate abuse better and when something does have a problem it is cheaper and quicker to fix.
Is the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE reliable for daily heavy duty usage as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:41
I have had a mixed bag with the Dost Plus LE. In terms of engine reliability it is great, but I have had ongoing problems with the electrical system that have been very frustrating to deal with.
Is the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE reliable for daily heavy duty usage as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:41
8/10 for the Dost Plus LE for daily heavy duty. Not perfect but it is much more reliable than any other LCV I have owned. As long as you keep to the maintenance schedule is will take anything you throw at it.
Compared to other LCVs for long haul, how does the cabin comfort of Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE stand?
31 January 2025 07:41
I have driven both the Dost Plus LE and Tata Intra on long hauls and Dost wins hands down. On those 8 hour stretches, the seats are more supportive and have a more natural driving position.
Compared to other LCVs for long haul, how does the cabin comfort of Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE stand?
31 January 2025 07:41
I’m not that impressed with the Dost’s cabin honestly. Yes, it’s better than my old Maruti Super Carry, but the noise levels at highway speeds are still quite high. This makes it difficult to relax on long drives.
Compared to other LCVs for long haul, how does the cabin comfort of Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE stand?
31 January 2025 07:41
Mahindra Supro has a slight edge when it comes to overall cabin comfort, but the Dost Plus LE’s cabin is decent. The seats feel a bit more plush and the cabin does a better job of isolating road noise.
Compared to other LCVs for long haul, how does the cabin comfort of Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE stand?
31 January 2025 07:41
I am a person who makes 500+ km trips regularly and the cabin of Dost Plus LE is a lifesaver for me. Good visibility, adjustable steering and seat make it easy to find a comfortable position for those long highway stretches.
Compared to other LCVs for long haul, how does the cabin comfort of Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE stand?
31 January 2025 07:41
I have a mixed bag. The Dost's seating is comfortable, and I wish they had done a better job of damping vibration. After a few hours, you really feel those vibrations creeping in on the rough roads.
Compared to other LCVs for long haul, how does the cabin comfort of Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE stand?
31 January 2025 07:41
As compared to the Tata Ace, the Dost Plus LE is a luxury car! There is a lot of room in the cabin, and I really like the little things like the mobile phone holder and many storage spaces. These long trips are much more bearable with them.
Compared to other LCVs for long haul, how does the cabin comfort of Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE stand?
31 January 2025 07:41
I feel Ashok Leyland has done good basics but one can only go forward from there. I wish the AC was more effective and I wish they offered a better audio system option for those long, monotonous highway drives.
Compared to other LCVs for long haul, how does the cabin comfort of Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE stand?
31 January 2025 07:41
The Dost Plus LE’s cabin has one standout feature for me, and that is the visibility. The large windshield and well placed mirrors make for few blind spots, which is a godsend on long trips, in heavy traffic or bad weather.
Compared to other LCVs for long haul, how does the cabin comfort of Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE stand?
31 January 2025 07:41
Having driven pretty much every LCV there is, I’d say the Dost Plus LE is one of the best in terms of cabin comfort. Not perfect, but for the price point, it balances comfort features that make those long trips a bit more tolerable.
How does the Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LE perform in hilly terrain as compared to other competitors?
31 January 2025 07:40
I have driven both the Dost Plus LE and the Tata Intra V30 in the Nilgiris and I have to say that the Dost Plus LE has a slight edge. On steep inclines, it feels to deliver torque more consistently.
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