Compared to the predecessor model, the new sedan was now significantly more "grown-up" ("erwachsener") on account of its additional length and width. The extension of the wheelbase in particular was not simply a feature of the visual appearance, it also benefited the interior. Now there really was adequate space for four adults. The quality of the construction and tasteful equipment of the Sindelfingen bodywork made the small car a serious competitor in the German market in spite of its price tag. However, the automobile had little to fear from the competition when it came to engine performance and equipment.