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March 13th, 2011 10:48 AM #1
I currently own a RAV4-SV MT (7 years old, this month), which I was able to buy through the help of the folks here in Tsikot. I love it and have no regrets buying it over the competing CRV and Escape and X-Trail models at the time. I chose it because it was sporty and it had orange-lighted dashboard
But it's old and so I want a new car. My budget, however is limited to 1.4M or less. So, my choices are:
Tucson R eVGT 2.0L GL 4WD AT-Php 1.338M
Santa Fe 2.4 2WD Petrol - FL AT (Low Specs) -Php 1.368M
CRV 2.0 li 2WD AT - Php 1.325M
Forester 2.0 X - Php 1.378M
Genesis Coupe 2.0 Turbo (Entry) - Php 1.398
The car will be used for 80-85% city driving. And I'm not a fast driver. Space is not a concern (i.e. I'm not a "school bus" and don't ferry people around). It would be nice if the car isn't a guzzler as I get pretty good mileage from my RAV4 now (about 9km/l). There are nearby car dealers for all of the above, except the Subaru. I'd prefer AT over MT, but the Genesis Coupe looks great so I may be able to overlook that
I know that the CRV's design is old. I'm not aware if the current Sta. Fe is already the new model or is merely a facelifted version.
Actually, I'm sorely tempted to get the Php 1.158M model of the Tucson to save 200K and be done with this. I am not aware if the extra 200K for the diesel model is worth the price. I'm also aware that the CRV and the Santa Fe at the 1.3M range are base models. But it would be nice to get a higher-end vehicle for once, so I'm going through this process.
Thoughts?
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March 13th, 2011 11:13 AM #2
Tucson R eVGT 2.0L GL 4WD AT-Php 1.338M - this one is the best of the bunch you listed and fits all your requirements and needs. The disel is very thrifty (double digit city mileage if you have a light foot) and the 4WD is a bonus just in case. The look (well if it is in your list) then i assume that you are ok with it.
The ASX being my second close nomination. I suggest you try both before deciding. Good luck in your search.Fasten your seatbelt! Or else... Driven To Thrill!
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March 13th, 2011 11:18 AM #3
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March 13th, 2011 12:23 PM #4
since you dont go that fast scratch off the GC from your list.
my choice would go to the Tucson. Since you wont be ferrying a lot of people around ( 7pax. ) then you wont need the santa fe's extra 2 seats.
the CRV is a bit bumpy. hindi siya comfortable actually.
and since hindi naman forester XT yung subaru, wag na rin. hehehe.
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March 13th, 2011 01:12 PM #5
Cross out the Genesis Coupe if you'll be doing city driving only. If you get stuck in yesterday's 3 hour EDSA traffic jam, pilay ka na the next day besides, having a coupe is impractical in everyday city life.
I wouldn't consider a Forester if it's not turbocharged... hehe, so 2.5XT ito or nothing.
The CR-V is a potential pick. You get reliability Honda is known for and the interior is, by far, class-leading. Suspension is a bit firm, but that's about it. As it shares the same chassis from that of the Civic, expect Civic driving dynamics here with added heft thrown in. I actually liken the driving to that of a Accord.
Santa Fe's a bit of a waste without its famed diesel engine. So let's choose the next one..
Tucson eVGT should be your top pick. It has a ***y styling, lots of toys thrown in. Haven't test driven one so I can't comment with the driving experience itself. But engine is VERY capable. You can throw in Hyundai's rising popularity among the Filipino car buyers as a plus too
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March 13th, 2011 03:55 PM #7
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Tucson R-eVGT gets my vote. Kung hindi lang din diesel yung Santa Fe wag nalang.
City driving:
Highway driving: Pure hataw (130kph to 180kph)
Yung Forester, wag nalang kasi hindi naman XT.
CR-V, luma na. At hindi naman TOTL kaya di maganda.
Genesis Coupe, why?
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March 22nd, 2011 09:03 AM #8Sir if I have the same budget range as you did i would really go for the Tucson GL 2.0 r-EVGT. Its powerful, has a very modern and sleek styling, fuel efficient and im sure it would fit all your purpose... Needless to say, the Tucson r-EVGT is the "bang for your buck" among your choices.
regarding budget constraints, why not have it financed with a low interest so as to cover your 200k deficit if you are now looking at the Tucson GLS 2.0 theta?
but either way it would be your final decision, whether you opt for the gas version or the diesel version.. Please do post some pix as soon as you get your unit.
Cheers!
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