Help in buying a new car!

[arvie1]

Good day sirs/maams! I'm just a newbie here and we're planning to buy another car which my father prefers to be a brand new one. Hindi naman sa mahangin but because it will be their gift for me coz' I passed the Nursing Board Exam and got and 80% average.

Our first car is a Toyota Fortuner 2.5 A/T which they bought brand new and which I also learned to drive.

So their budget for me is not more than 1.2M, and I think they will pay it installment.


Here are my choices for that budget:
CHEVROLET CRUZE
FORD ESCAPE
FORD FOCUS
HONDA CITY
HONDA CR-V
HONDA CIVIC
HONDA JAZZ
HYUNDAI TUCSON
KIA SOUL
MAZDA 2
MAZDA 3

(PLEASE HELP ME IN TERMS OF):
-APPEARANCE
-COMFORT
-PERFORMANCE
-VALUE
-RELIABILITY

Hoping for your opinions/ suggestions! Thanks TSIKOT PHILIPPINES in ADVANCE!

[thejonchoi]

Your choices are all different animals.

What will you be using the car for? Also, will you be paying for the gas and the maintenance? This should slim that list down.xD

Typically, people choose a subcompact (or a diesel vehicle) for cheap maintenance and excellent Fuel Economy. If they need space, they go for a compact like the Cruze, Civic, or Mazda 3. If they need even bigger space, an SUV fits the bill.

[niky]

If you're using the car as a personal car and want a keeper, buy the Honda Jazz. Roomy, comfortable and very useful for a young person just starting to work.

Within your budget, the most brand new metal you can get for your money is the CR-V. Huge back seat, large cargo area, good fuel econoy for a crossover. The Tucson is also worth a look, it rides and drives better than the CR-V and has decent space.

[ben_david19]

for me;

Cruze, Focus, Tucson.

actually if you are not a keeper (will sell the car within 5 years of use) then buy any of the Honda in the list you stated above because of their ridiculous high resale value.

[tidus1203]

For P1.2M for me it will be the Tucson... Pinaka sulit sa price tag na yan...

[arvie1]

Your choices are all different animals.

What will you be using the car for? Also, will you be paying for the gas and the maintenance? This should slim that list down.xD

Typically, people choose a subcompact (or a diesel vehicle) for cheap maintenance and excellent Fuel Economy. If they need space, they go for a compact like the Cruze, Civic, or Mazda 3. If they need even bigger space, an SUV fits the bill.

Sir, ill be using it going to hospital where I will be volunteering, tapos pag may lakad, mga nursing conferences, forums or discussions, trainings, which is within the city din. Then occassionally pumupunta kami ng province together with tropa na nakiki-joyride.

Sa mga choices ko, wala atang gas na A/T? haha! Sa gas no problem for me, sa maintenance siguro as long as volunteer pa lang ako, sila erpat muna bahala. LOL!

Minsan naman dinadala ko drum set ko sa province to jam with my cousins, so need ko din ang magandang cargo space.

THANKS sa reply sir!

If you're using the car as a personal car and want a keeper, buy the Honda Jazz. Roomy, comfortable and very useful for a young person just starting to work.

Within your budget, the most brand new metal you can get for your money is the CR-V. Huge back seat, large cargo area, good fuel econoy for a crossover. The Tucson is also worth a look, it rides and drives better than the CR-V and has decent space.

Yup, ill be using it as my personal car sir, hindi pa rin talaga ako makadecide what to buy e. Hehe! Nagandahan lang ako sa mga jazz na nakikita ko sa NLEX na nakasetup ang rims, HANEP! talaga e, kaya sinama ko sa mga options ko. hehe!

Si ermat naman crossover SUV's talaga ang type, between CR-V, TUCSON and ESCAPE ano kaya? Si ermat kasi bossing siya nagmamanage ng budget e, baka siya ang masunod. LOL!

Thanks sir!

for me;

Cruze, Focus, Tucson.

actually if you are not a keeper (will sell the car within 5 years of use) then buy any of the Honda in the list you stated above because of their ridiculous high resale value.

For P1.2M for me it will be the Tucson... Pinaka sulit sa price tag na yan...

Maybe I will be a keeper when it comes to automobile, then if God permits na makapunta ko abroad after makagain ng experience dito, ill be a collector. Haha! Hirap talaga pumili pag isa lang sir, tapos hindi pa ako ganoon kaalam sa mga auto.

Thanks sir!

[ghosthunter]

My choice... from your options (and your current status)

Honda Jazz 1.5L A/T



Seats five people.

Fuel efficient.

Great exterior styling.

Spacious interior for passengers.

Cargo space can be massively increased by folding down flat the rear seats.

[arvie1]

My choice... from your options (and your current status)

Honda Jazz 1.5L A/T



Seats five people.

Fuel efficient.

Great exterior styling.

Spacious interior for passengers.

Cargo space can be massively increased by folding down flat the rear seats.

THANKS for helping me sir! I'll finalize my options in to two according sa majority ng suggestions here, one week before we buy.

[niky]

THANKS for helping me sir! I'll finalize my options in to two according sa majority ng suggestions here, one week before we buy.

Don't let us decide for you, though... take our advice into consideration, but remember, you'll be the one driving the vehicle, living with it and taking care of it... even if we all like it here... if you don't, then you won't be happy. ;)

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If your mom is particular to crossovers, you can take a look at the 2 liter Tucson and CR-V... segment leaders in terms of engine and transmission technology. The CR-V 2.0 is a bit slow in response due to the long gears on the 5-speed automatic, but it's very frugal. The Tucson with the 6-speed AT is more responsive, but the back seat is a bit smaller and the plastics aren't quite as nice. but the base model Tucson rides much better than the CR-V, and it's more fun to drive. (more fun than most compact crossovers in the class)

[arvie1]

Don't let us decide for you, though... take our advice into consideration, but remember, you'll be the one driving the vehicle, living with it and taking care of it... even if we all like it here... if you don't, then you won't be happy. ;)

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If your mom is particular to crossovers, you can take a look at the 2 liter Tucson and CR-V... segment leaders in terms of engine and transmission technology. The CR-V 2.0 is a bit slow in response due to the long gears on the 5-speed automatic, but it's very frugal. The Tucson with the 6-speed AT is more responsive, but the back seat is a bit smaller and the plastics aren't quite as nice. but the base model Tucson rides much better than the CR-V, and it's more fun to drive. (more fun than most compact crossovers in the class)

Yes sir, I know that I'll still be the one to decide kung ano ang pipiliin ko among the choices. And yes, for keeps ko na kasi iyon (mark my word, LOL!)

How about kung mapilit ko mom ko na gawing 1.5m ang budget ano kaya ang masmaganda pang option, I think I will include, SUBARU FORESTER.

So in SUV's it would be: CR-V vs. FORESTER vs. TUCSON (add some crossover suv's na okay at sakto sa price range ko mga sir/maam)

THANKS for the reply sir!

[jut703]

What do you need the Forester for? at 1.5M, all you're getting is the 2.0 version which looks very base model and is quite bare compared to the competition. IMHO it's either the CR-V or the Tucson. And I'd pick the Tucson particularly because it's more value for money, drives better, and looks more attractive. The 2.0 GLS is really, really, really good value for money if you ask me.

[B_3ff3ct]

with that budget and from the list of models you showed, just being on the practical side, get an SUV, you'd be better off with a Honda CRV 2.0 (better mileage, meets your day to day needs) with sufficient power and excellent ride, comfort, quality and has a good re-sale value. CAn't say on the services, this is mostly depending on the specific casa or car dealer you do business with.

Either that or get a Ford Escape XLT 4x2 as you won't really need the 4x4 variant. It's reliable and similar to the CRV handles like a car although not the most elegant and stylish among the SUVs, its more muscular in looks and rigidly sleek and way cheaper as well. it has more power compared to the CRV 2.0 variant, Escape is default at 2.3L

If you have more dough, get a subaru forrester, higher end CRV, CX-7 or consider probably a Sta Fe/Tucson if it meets your taste.

Good luck!

[Starex_Gold]

Ford Fiesta 1.6 Sport Hatchback, or Honda Jazz 1.5V Helios Yellow.

Girl ka po diba?

[jetrone]

I don't think kaya ng Fiesta ang drum set, so I'd go for the Jazz.

I think lalaki sya sir SG.

[Starex_Gold]

Masyado nga pala maliit ang Fiesta S. hehehe

Honda CR-V or Tucson GLS 4x2 nalang.

[arvie1]

What do you need the Forester for? at 1.5M, all you're getting is the 2.0 version which looks very base model and is quite bare compared to the competition. IMHO it's either the CR-V or the Tucson. And I'd pick the Tucson particularly because it's more value for money, drives better, and looks more attractive. The 2.0 GLS is really, really, really good value for money if you ask me.

Hindi ba ganun kaganda ang base model ng forester sir? Para sa akin sa feel ko lang, masnakakalamang ang Tucson but marami ngang nagsasabi na sobrang haba daw ng pila ng orders. Ouch! haha!

with that budget and from the list of models you showed, just being on the practical side, get an SUV, you'd be better off with a Honda CRV 2.0 (better mileage, meets your day to day needs) with sufficient power and excellent ride, comfort, quality and has a good re-sale value. CAn't say on the services, this is mostly depending on the specific casa or car dealer you do business with.

Either that or get a Ford Escape XLT 4x2 as you won't really need the 4x4 variant. It's reliable and similar to the CRV handles like a car although not the most elegant and stylish among the SUVs, its more muscular in looks and rigidly sleek and way cheaper as well. it has more power compared to the CRV 2.0 variant, Escape is default at 2.3L

If you have more dough, get a subaru forrester, higher end CRV, CX-7 or consider probably a Sta Fe/Tucson if it meets your taste.

Good luck!

Yup, maybe small/compact cars should be removed from my options so ang choices ko na lang specifically are all SUV's (CRV, FORESTER, TUCSON, KIA SPORTAGE or SANTA FE)

Ford Fiesta 1.6 Sport Hatchback, or Honda Jazz 1.5V Helios Yellow.

Girl ka po diba?

Nope, I'm a guy sir!

I don't think kaya ng Fiesta ang drum set, so I'd go for the Jazz.

I think lalaki sya sir SG.

Yup lalaki nga sir!

Masyado nga pala maliit ang Fiesta S. hehehe

Honda CR-V or Tucson GLS 4x2 nalang.

Dagdag ko lang sa options (SUBARU Forester, Hyundai Santa Fe, Kia Sportage)

[tidus1203]

Kia Sportage as in the upcoming model? Might be worth wait? Pero I am quite scared about its price...

[jut703]

At 1.4M the Forester isn't really much of a bargain. But it's got a pretty good feature set. Though it uses much more gas than the similar 2.0 GLS Tucson and CR-V. And what really, really bugs me is that they've made it look to be a base model. It's probably a personal thing, but those black door handles really, really turn me off. And the 16" rims look to small.

[tidus1203]

I agree. Black door handles and side mirrors for a P1.4M car??? Subaru you can do better!

[my_BMW]

Good day sirs/maams! I'm just a newbie here and we're planning to buy another car which my father prefers to be a brand new one. Hindi naman sa mahangin but because it will be their gift for me coz' I passed the Nursing Board Exam and got and 80% average.

Our first car is a Toyota Fortuner 2.5 A/T which they bought brand new and which I also learned to drive.

So their budget for me is not more than 1.2M, and I think they will pay it installment.


Here are my choices for that budget:
CHEVROLET CRUZE
FORD ESCAPE
FORD FOCUS
HONDA CITY
HONDA CR-V
HONDA CIVIC
HONDA JAZZ
HYUNDAI TUCSON
KIA SOUL
MAZDA 2
MAZDA 3

(PLEASE HELP ME IN TERMS OF):
-APPEARANCE
-COMFORT
-PERFORMANCE
-VALUE
-RELIABILITY

Hoping for your opinions/ suggestions! Thanks TSIKOT PHILIPPINES in ADVANCE!

Hi Arvie1,

Forgive me for being frank but you're a typical youngster na di pa alam ano ang gusto. Pero since you want to listen to people's experience it makes you a better youngster. Anyway here is my take on this:

You don't need another SUV may Fortuner na kayo eh. Kung kailangan mo ng malaki hiramin mo Fortuner nyo. Ang importante yong usual use mo. Kung hospital at ibang self errands mo lang get a Jazz. It is sleek, uso, at reliable being a Honda (meron kasi ako Civic 10 years na ayos pa rin). Pero kahit ano pa ang gusto mo better stick to a sedan, not an SUV. For a young guy like you mas maganda dalhin ang sedan kaysa SUV. Mas matanda ka tingnan kung naka SUV ka. Pag pang barkada dapat kotse talaga - personal ang dating, kumbaga sayo talaga yon. Kung SUV dala mo parang hiram lang sa magulang mo. Mark my words, ganyan din ako dati.

Kung makapili kana ng two options, research mo sa mga blogs basahin mo advantages and dis-advantages. Test drive mo for final testing then decide from there. The car should answer your needs or will fit the use you want.

(In the course of doing this and you decide to level up to a BMW then on your budget you can buy a good 2005 2nd hand 3 series. Iba pag BMW alam mo na siguro yan. Or if you can wait for 5 more years at dagdagan mo budget mo to buy a brand new one then it is the best. Believe me I waited for 3 years in order to buy my new BMW and now it is a sweet and heavenly feeling. But I bet my BMW - that you cannot wait for 5 more years, di ba??? So for now, make the most of what you have and consider our opinions.

I hope this helps. Again forgive my harsh words, if there's any.