The Ashok Leyland Dost Plus LX has been in the news for a while now, and many small business owners are asking if it really is worth the hype.

I have used various LCVs and Dost Plus LX is surely in the top tier. It’s hard to beat the balance of payload, mileage and performance. If you are accustomed to other brands, just be prepared for a bit of a learning curve.

It's good, but not great. The mileage is very impressive but I've had issues with the electrical that have been a pain to deal with. However, if Ashok Leyland can improve their quality control, it would be a top notch vehicle.

I moved from Tata Ace to Dost Plus LX and, to be honest, I am impressed. It feels much better in terms of build quality and handles heavier loads with ease. It just wished the cabin had a little bit more storage space.

I would say it’s a no brainer for small business owners. Just fuel efficiency alone makes it worth it. Also, the larger loading area than competitors means fewer trips, which is a huge time saver.

I am on the fence with this one. However, I have heard some complaints about AC performance in really hot weather, but the Dost Plus LX is very maneuverable in tight city streets. If you are in a tropical area, this is something to consider.

For a fleet owner, I would say it’s a good choice. The initial cost is high, but the maintenance is very low and the value of the product goes up when you resell it. All I’ll say is make sure you have a good service center nearby.

I think it's overhyped. It has a good payload, yes, but the after sales service is a nightmare. Simple parts have taken weeks to arrive. Not good when it comes to your business and the vehicle.

This depends on what your needs are. For city deliveries, it's fantastic. However, if you are going long haul then you might want to go for something that has a little more in the way of comfort features for the driver.

Eh, I'm not so sure. On paper, the specs look good, but I have had some issues with the suspension. It’s not as smooth as I thought, especially when fully loaded. Maybe I just got a lemon?

Absolutely worth it! I have used the Dost Plus LX for more than a year to supply vegetables for my business and it has been a huge impact. It's no joke on fuel efficiency - I'm using a ton less of diesel than my old vehicle.