The latest upgrades to the Sandero include a posher looking, softer feeling, four-spoke steering wheel, with integrated control buttons for cruise control and speed limiter buttons on higher Laureate versions. But don’t get too revved-up, as it still only moves up and down and provides zero in and out adjustment. While the seat materials feel robust rather than plush, a splash of satin paint around the air-vents and centre console, and a dab of chrome on the door release handles helps lift the overall interior ambience. There’s a holster-style pocket on the side of the front passenger seat to stop your mobile from flying around the cabin, while further back, as well as a 12-volt power socket, there’s a useful bottle holder located in the rear of the centre console.
Overall, although we’re obviously not talking Volkswagen Group quality, in much the same way as the exterior, the interior of the Sandero looks reasonably smart and modern, but it pays not to look too closely as the quality of the plastics is nothing to write home about.