Honda Brio V / RS CVT vs Almera 1.5 E A/T

[dale323]

Hi Guys! Would like to seek your advice to help us finalize which of these two would be a better buy. Already passed docs to my bank and is just awaiting approval. Currently have 300K on hand to use as D/P. Here are my dilemas between these two:

Almera
Pros: Price is cheaper (589000 due to huge discount). Bigger cabin, bigger trunk space, bigger engine. Have nice experience with casa near us (family currently owns Navara EL A/t). Nice color option (Metallic Blue). Higher ground clearance (150mm). Reviews are great.
Cons: Interior color (dumihin). Old 4A/T (?). Style is not that appealing. No Fogs. no kits installed.

Brio
Pros: Style is good (stock kits). CVT. Interior color (low maintenance). Easier to park (hatchback). Reviews are great. FC is greater (small engine), white black top is our choice of color for this one. n
Cons: Price (no discount at 735000). No experience on Honda CASA. Space is smaller compared to Almera.

This will be my primary car since I'm already done driving M/T (current primary car is Chevy Spin Diesel M/T). 60 Kms per work day is my minimum travel distance. Usually travels alone so space is not a priority.

Any inputs is much appreciated! TIA

[Vodka]

sulit almera. i'm already about 90% decided to get the base model as a backup car 442k lang kasi but yeah it looks like an early 2000's car 4at isn't really an issue for this type of car in fact i'd prefer 4at over CVT

brio is cute. just get the non-RS version. body kits are silly. and blacktop is a solar energy absorber

[Egan101]

If you’re being practical, just get the Almera. You will save more than 200k.

If you’re getting the Brio, just opt for the midtrim CVT model. No point getting the RS model unless you really want the extra bling (body kits).

If you can spend a bit more, check out the midtrim City or Jazz. They would be much better over the Almera or Brio.


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[yapoy86]

kung everyday car mukhang ok na ang almera.. just keep it stock and use it as intended.. pwede mo na din maintain yan outside casa para mas tipid.. its just a basic car..

[12vdc]

I'd get the Sentra for its higher ground clearance and ease of maintenance.

I'd let go asap of the Spin, its one endless money pit unreliable product of GM.

[bxr monkey]

Almera din. Panalo sa money to car ratio.
Puwede lagyan ng synthetic seat cover na medyo dark para maintenance free interior. Panalo din blue color, bihira lang sa small cars dito.

[ice15]

Really tough decision.

I love the Honda suspension, pero my sis in law has the Almera and its very comfortable to drive, lalo na sa city (parang ang gaan)

I agree na old-school yung 4A/T (will choose CVT all the time) pero mas mura din yung Almera

I like the Brio since it's a hatchback, pero may Navara ka na, so di mo na kailangan yung cargo benefits ng hatchback.

I'm in the middle here, test drive before you buy!

If you decide to get the Brio, go for the RS. At least you get a better head unit and better looking front seats + rear spoiler.

[ninjababez]

re:almera interior
di naman mahirap mag maintain ng beige interior kung di ka naman baboy sa auto
yes it gets dirty, wag mo lang patagalin at linisin agad

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[StockEngine]

My beige interior after 430,000km can be cleaned naman.. why be afraid when you can have it cleaned by someone else lol.

[tarzegetakizerd]

didn't the almera get huge discounts recently? sobrang sulit less than 200k nalang hulugan mo kung sakali hehe

[dr. d]

My beige interior after 430,000km can be cleaned naman.. why be afraid when you can have it cleaned by someone else lol.

..what's the problem?
the philippines is the world capital of car seat covers.

we can easily source covers for almost anything from the mall...
cars.. chairs.. tables.. microwave ovens.. toasters.. electric fans!

heh heh.

[Deestone]

Why not check out Brio Amaze? It got huge discount as well and might interest you.

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[dr. d]

Why not check out Brio Amaze? It got huge discount as well and might interest you.

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nissan advertised their discounts.
where can we source honda's discount schedule?

[Egan101]

nissan advertised their discounts.
where can we source honda's discount schedule?

Honda had a huge sale a few months ago. They had to let go of their old 2018-2019 inventory. Not sure if there are still a few units left.


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[Egan101]

Why not check out Brio Amaze? It got huge discount as well and might interest you.

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I’d stick with an Almera if the other choice is the Brio Amaze. The Brio Amaze is very small.


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[tarzegetakizerd]

I’d stick with an Almera if the other choice is the Brio Amaze. The Brio Amaze is very small.


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yes ang layo nga ng size nung dalawa

[dr. d]

yes ang layo nga ng size nung dalawa

consider also the tagtag factor.
i have yet to see a small hatchback with acceptable tagtag.

and these small cars are designed for city use. takot ako when i have to slex my wigo.

[Egan101]

consider also the tagtag factor.
i have yet to see a small hatchback with acceptable tagtag.

and these small cars are designed for city use. takot ako when i have to slex my wigo.

Have you tried the Jazz or Fiesta or Mazda2? These small hatchbacks offer a decent ride. They are also fun to drive, around the city or the highway.


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[yapoy86]

consider also the tagtag factor.
i have yet to see a small hatchback with acceptable tagtag.

and these small cars are designed for city use. takot ako when i have to slex my wigo.

yung kia picanto ko medyo matagtag din.. kasi short wheel base tapos naka 15inch wheels with 175/65 tires.

pero sa highway very stable, hindi mo ma feel matatangay ka ng hangin kahit matulin takbo.. tsaka kahit sa bridge approach, hindi sya malikot

[tarzegetakizerd]

consider also the tagtag factor.
i have yet to see a small hatchback with acceptable tagtag.

and these small cars are designed for city use. takot ako when i have to slex my wigo.

Takot din ako dun sa wigo when i was a passenger tapos nagSCTEX kami. Parang liliparin kapag may nagovertake na bus :O