The true cost of a commercial vehicle is more than the initial purchase price for many small business owners and fleet operators. In the competitive light commercial vehicle segment, long term reliability and maintenance costs can make or break the value proposition of any of these vehicles. The Ashok Leyland Bada Dost i3 LS has been out in the market for a few years now and we get a chance to see how it has performed over the years. Other factors including frequency of breakdowns, cost and availability of spare parts and the overall durability of the components also help determine the total cost of ownership. So, let’s take a look at how the Bada Dost i3 LS fares in the hands of long term users and how it stands up to the rigours of daily commercial use and Ashok Leyland’s reputation of building tough and reliable vehicles.