Subaru XV Base vs Mitsu Montero GLX AT

[paulp]

It has boiled down to these two choices. List price minus discount at 1.2M. Each having its own pros and cons. Most of the time, I will use it for driving to work somewhere in Mandaluyong and Makati. Weekends, I will use to drive to Pampanga via NLEX with my wife and daughter.
The Monty seems to be the practical choice since it is a diesel and assuming same FC would be cheaper to maintain. However, my personal preference is the XV (uncommon, looks, better ride quality, drives like a car). Still undecided.

What would you choose and why?

Thanks.

[xagent_orangex]

subaru...

madami nang may monty...

[bagugab]

subaru...since it's where your heart is

[Egan101]

Choose what your heart desires. Though if you want to extend your budget a bit, you're now looking at the Forester 2.0L.

[boytsiks]

Subaru... Yun ang mas gusto mo eh...

Question lang about Subaru's maintenance. Is it comparable to other Japanese brands?

[paulp]

subaru...since it's where your heart is

Yeah, I was ready to pull the trigger at biglang ginulo ng Monty ang options ko. If I follow my wallet..Monty daw.

[paulp]

Choose what your heart desires. Though if you want to extend your budget a bit, you're now looking at the Forester 2.0L.

Thanks. Stretched na budget with these two choices..

[xagent_orangex]

Yeah, I was ready to pull the trigger at biglang ginulo ng Monty ang options ko. If I follow my wallet..Monty daw.

c'mon man, i know mataba yang wallet mo

[Egan101]

If you don't need space for 7, then no need for the Montero Sport GLX.

[jp923]

Subaru... Yun ang mas gusto mo eh...

Question lang about Subaru's maintenance. Is it comparable to other Japanese brands?

Pms every 10k km cost 6,870 in motor image gh.

I'd go with the subie anytime! Safety and performance is better than monty imo having driven both, subie is much responsive and more connected to the driver. Handling is very good too, especially at high speed curves. If you can, get the top of the line at 1.4++m or fozzie base at 1.390m.

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[111prez]

Aside from the acquisition cost, you have to input the cost of ownership, both short term and long term

[paulp]

Aside from the acquisition cost, you have to input the cost of ownership, both short term and long term

what would you think would be cheaper?

Fuel costs - montero. I have been reading about the great FC for the subaru so if it does 8kml on the city, Im fine with that. However, on the same FC for the montero in the city, then the cost of diesel is achieved savings.
PMS - suby ?? I am assuming PMS for suby is 10k while the Monty is at 5k

Usually keep my vehicles for 5 years.

[vinj]

^ Go for the Subbie XV. Its relatively efficient, more comfy, and performs very well... I would definitely get one if i were in your shoes.

Overall though, the Monty would still be cheaper to maintain/own i guess, due to economies of scale. Other then that, unless you find yourself heading for floods often, the Subbie gives you quite a lot.

Subaru also has a dealership in Pampanga should the need for a check-up or service arise while you're there.

[lowslowbenz]

I've seen Montero's with smoky exhausts in the highways already. 2-3 years down the road, these cars will become ASBU targets.

[paulp]

^ Go for the Subbie XV. Its relatively efficient, more comfy, and performs very well... I would definitely get one if i were in your shoes.

Overall though, the Monty would still be cheaper to maintain/own i guess, due to economies of scale. Other then that, unless you find yourself heading for floods often, the Subbie gives you quite a lot.

Subaru also has a dealership in Pampanga should the need for a check-up or service arise while you're there.

Test drove the XV yesterday. Sweet drive. Downshifting via the paddles in case you need the power is very handy.

I've been asking for a Montero test drive for two weeks. Hard for one to come by.

[paulp]

I've seen Montero's with smoky exhausts in the highways already. 2-3 years down the road, these cars will become ASBU targets.

I had a quick testing of a Montero 2014 on the casa garage. Since it was a brand new unit, I didn't get to drive it outside but just do a forward and reverse on the warehouse area.
I was wondering about the Montero's torque capabilities sitting from standstill so I did a pedal to the metal. Result, good torque but lots of smoke. I have been reading a lot on the Montero topics and I think this is a given. EGR blanking etc. lang katapat yata to remove that.

[lowslowbenz]

I was wondering about the Montero's torque capabilities sitting from standstill so I did a pedal to the metal. Result, good torque but lots of smoke. I have been reading a lot on the Montero topics and I think this is a given. EGR blanking etc. lang katapat yata to remove that.

It's a diesel, so it'll blow (visible) smoke. Yes, a number of upgrades/modifications are out there that lessen smoke particulates to a certain degree. How I wish those ASBU people know the real technicalities. Don't get me wrong, if they have the gall to flag down a Nissan Super Safari, what's keeping them from flagging down a Montero. Real world observations lang.

Apologies, I'm not skinning diesel owners here as I'm waiting for an all new Fortuner myself.

[xagent_orangex]

It's a diesel, so it'll blow (visible) smoke. Yes, a number of upgrades/modifications are out there that lessen smoke particulates to a certain degree. How I wish those ASBU people know the real technicalities. Don't get me wrong, if they have the gall to flag down a Nissan Super Safari, what's keeping them from flagging down a Montero. Real world observations lang.

Apologies, I'm not skinning diesel owners here as I'm waiting for an all new Fortuner myself.

yeah but not here in Saudi Arabia. even trucks here doesn't "blow" that ugly smoke even uphill, kasing linis yata ng unleaded ng pinas ang diesel dito. tapos ang mahal ng presyo sa atin.

[e2romo]

It's a diesel, so it'll blow (visible) smoke. Yes, a number of upgrades/modifications are out there that lessen smoke particulates to a certain degree. How I wish those ASBU people know the real technicalities. Don't get me wrong, if they have the gall to flag down a Nissan Super Safari, what's keeping them from flagging down a Montero. Real world observations lang.

Apologies, I'm not skinning diesel owners here as I'm waiting for an all new Fortuner myself.

Kotong lang habol nila kasi, daming bus na kapag umarangkada parang binugahan ka ng black smoke screen ni James Bond pero di nila hinuhuli. Jeepney marami rin smoke belchers pero di na nawala sa daan.

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[senoritoblx]

Madali ako mahilo sa Monty. Sa XV hinde, close to sedan level comfort ang ride. Light on its feet. I get 7km/li rush hour traffic. Dali i maneuver and park. 8+ inches ground clearance for damn floods, road imperfections, and odd-angle ramps. Mas pogi pati kaysa monty

Less space ng xv kaysa monty. If you need space and carrying capacity better Monty. If solo ka most of the time urban driving better xv.

My $.02