Why is the Lynx Ghia not as popular as mazda 3, altis, civic?

[wynn]

I know there's a thread running comparing the civic, 3 and altis; but i wanted to include the lynx ghia in the picture. I'm having the same dilemma on which to buy among these 4. I'm getting a brand-new car, A/T, and I'm limiting my options to these models kasi ito lang kaya ng budget (would have wanted the new civic or altis 1.8 G if i had more money). I'm seriously considering getting the Lynx Ghia because of all the add-ons (sunroof, leather seats, airbags, etc.), but I've been wondering why the mazda 3 is more popular, when in fact both the lynx and mazda 3 share a similar production technology. Is there something I don't know about the lynx ghia? After-sales difficulty? Lemon cases? Help!

If not the lynx, should i get the mazda 3 instead? Or the civic vtis?

[Bry]

The Mazda 3 is newer and sportier. IMHO the only Lynx worth getting is the RS and the CE versions.

If you really want a Ford, look at the Focus din.

[Horsepower]

IMO, a Compact SUV is the best vehicle to get nowadays. More utility and same comfort with same if not better mileage. More useful in sudden floods too.

[FerioEG9Boi]

tanong lang. we just got a fresh lynx ghia for 230k, deal or no deal?

[Bry]

Define fresh?

Details? What year model is it?

[FerioEG9Boi]

2000 model.

low mileage
fresh exterior and interior

[russpogi]

Di ko talaga type yung Lynx eh. With the exception of the RS model! hehehe!

[pdc2]

I agree that Mazda 3 is a good option but too many on the streets already... you may want to buy the Focus 1.6 instead to be different... they have the same platform anyway

[niky]

RE: Focus 1.6 vs Mazda 1.6... the Focus has really cheap plastic inserts and materials on the doors as compared to the 1.8 and 2.0 Focus or even the base Mazda 1.6.

I'm willing to forgive that, though, if only because of the rear-AC availability. I still think it's not worth it in AT trim... better to get the MT. The MT is still sluggish, but at least it doesn't have that horrible shifting logic or consumption the AT has. Driving the race-trim TRS Focus is pretty nice, lighter, with great handling, but the stock factory version isn't bad. One of my clubmates left a lasting negative impression upon the Ford SA during the test drive by driving the wheels off one.