2016 CX5 vs 2016 CRV vs 2016 Everest -Best used SUV/CUV? 900k budget

**EchoAlphaDelta** · October 31st, 2020 02:37 AM

Hello, everyone.

Hoping to hear your opinion on this matter. We are in the market for a used SUV/CUV, 2016 year model and up. Budget is 900k.
Intended to be used as a family hauler /daily driver -around 4x a week commute. Mostly city driving. Planning to keep it for 5 years or more. Main focus are reliability and ease of maintenance.

Narrowed down our options to the following:
2016 Everest -is it true that Ford is not reliable? I've been around Japanese cars all my life, I have this thinking that American brands are difficult to maintain and get parts for, is that true?
2016 CX5 -Is it easy to get parts outside casa? Mazda is known for it's reliability, but I have zero experience with Mazda
2016 CRV -This is actually on top of our list. Resell value is unmatched.

Special mentions:
Subaru XV -interior is superb. AWD system is one of the best in the world! but parts can be expensive. also no experience with Subaru, so...
Forester -I've heard there was a world wide recall for valve springs? This was actually one of my top choice kasi mas mura sa Honda
Rav4 -Just don't like how it looks. lol.
Fortuner -We have a 2011 model. Pass muna siguro, unless new look (2016) -outside budget

I'd value your inputs. Looking forward to hear from you all!

Stay healthy and safe.
Cheers!

**StockEngine** · October 31st, 2020 03:03 AM

The Everest is made in thailand/vietnam. Its not american. It was heavily developed in australia for asian markets and nearby. 2.2 engine is not too strong so the 6sp automatic transmission isnt bad. Suspension and steering do not have too many complaints.

Majority of complaints: lugs nuts, climate contol valve and the door handle.

**EchoAlphaDelta** · October 31st, 2020 03:23 AM

Originally Posted by StockEngine

The Everest is made in thailand/vietnam. Its not american. It was heavily developed in australia for asian markets and nearby. 2.2 engine is not too strong so the 6sp automatic transmission isnt bad. Suspension and steering do not have too many complaints.

Majority of complaints: lugs nuts, climate contol valve and the door handle.

Sorry, I meant American company/ brand and not made in America.

Kung yun lang ang major complaints, okay pala.

**StockEngine** · October 31st, 2020 03:41 AM

Originally Posted by EchoAlphaDelta

Sorry, I meant American company/ brand and not made in America.

Kung yun lang ang major complaints, okay pala.

also there is Everest Garage on FB, he specializes on this vehicle. Makes maintenance extra easy ...

**jut703** · October 31st, 2020 03:08 AM

If CRV is your top choice, would recommend to look deeper into the Forester especially the XT.

Outstanding power and handling, comfy space for 5, good visibility all around, and go-anywhere AWD.

Good partner to your Fortuner. One is a rugged but crude PPV, the other a softer but more refined CUV.

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**EchoAlphaDelta** · October 31st, 2020 03:25 AM

Originally Posted by jut703

If CRV is your top choice, would recommend to look deeper into the Forester especially the XT.

Outstanding power and handling, comfy space for 5, good visibility all around, and go-anywhere AWD.

Good partner to your Fortuner. One is a rugged but crude PPV, the other a softer but more refined CUV.

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Thank you sir! Is it difficult to find wear and tear parts for FXT?

**Egan101** · October 31st, 2020 12:03 PM

Originally Posted by EchoAlphaDelta

Thank you sir! Is it difficult to find wear and tear parts for FXT?

The Forester XT shares the same engine and tranny as the WRX CVT and Levorg 2.0 GT-S. Its body and frame is same with the non turbo Forester. Consumeables (air filter, cabin filter, oil filter, brake pads) are the same across all Subaru models and can be bought from Lazada or Shopee. Fluids (oil, coolant, brake fluid, CVTF) are also available online.

Unless you have a broken engine or turbo or tranny, most other wear and tear parts are easily accessible. No need to bring to casa for PMS as there are specialty auto shops that cater to Subaru vehicles at an affordable price.

My 2016 FXT is at 50k km already. The only things I replaced are the front lower arm bushings. The rest are the usual consumeables - fluids, filters, brake pads, and tires.

By the way, it’s capable also for light off-roading. I have driven it thru mud where jeepneys and light trucks couldn’t cross (Kennon road) and brought it to loose gravel paths in Baler. Road clearance is better than most CUVs and the same as PPVs, but handles like a big & tall sedan.

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**EchoAlphaDelta** · October 31st, 2020 03:26 PM

Originally Posted by Egan101

The Forester XT shares the same engine and tranny as the WRX CVT and Levorg 2.0 GT-S. Its body and frame is same with the non turbo Forester. Consumeables (air filter, cabin filter, oil filter, brake pads) are the same across all Subaru models and can be bought from Lazada or Shopee. Fluids (oil, coolant, brake fluid, CVTF) are also available online.

Unless you have a broken engine or turbo or tranny, most other wear and tear parts are easily accessible. No need to bring to casa for PMS as there are specialty auto shops that cater to Subaru vehicles at an affordable price.

My 2016 FXT is at 50k km already. The only things I replaced are the front lower arm bushings. The rest are the usual consumeables - fluids, filters, brake pads, and tires.

By the way, it’s capable also for light off-roading. I have driven it thru mud where jeepneys and light trucks couldn’t cross (Kennon road) and brought it to loose gravel paths in Baler. Road clearance is better than most CUVs and the same as PPVs, but handles like a big & tall sedan.

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This gives me tons of confidence in Subaru, I appreciate your input! last time I checked, used FXT are a little cheaper than CRV. I think you can get one for less than 800k. Ayaw pa ba?

By the way, your FXT looks so damn fine. love the color

**Egan101** · October 31st, 2020 04:01 PM

Originally Posted by EchoAlphaDelta

This gives me tons of confidence in Subaru, I appreciate your input! last time I checked, used FXT are a little cheaper than CRV. I think you can get one for less than 800k. Ayaw pa ba?

By the way, your FXT looks so damn fine. love the color

We really wanted the blue color as it is the flagship color of Subaru but the waiting list is long for that color. Madali ownership ng bronze color kasi kahit maalikabok, di obvious yung dumi. Hehehehe

Yung uncle ng misis ko, suwerte sobra. Someone offered him a 2015 Forester XT at 40k km for 600k. He jumped on it and he was happy with his purchase.

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**Egan101** · October 31st, 2020 11:55 AM

Originally Posted by jut703

If CRV is your top choice, would recommend to look deeper into the Forester especially the XT.

Outstanding power and handling, comfy space for 5, good visibility all around, and go-anywhere AWD.

Good partner to your Fortuner. One is a rugged but crude PPV, the other a softer but more refined CUV.

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+1 with Jut on the Forester XT. The uncle of my wife just bought a used 2015 Forester XT for a low price. He is so happy with his purchase. When I talked to him, he keeps raving about how well it drives. He came from driving a Corolla and an Innova.

You can get a used 2013-2016 Forester XT nowadays between 600k to 900k. Just make sure you get one with a detailed maintenance history.

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