First Car Dilemma. Honda Jazz 1.3 vs Toyota 1.5G vs. Ford Fiesta 1.6 Trend

[ram_dlsu]

Ey guys,

I'm planning to buy a new car soon. I've test drive actually the Ford Fiesta 1.6 Sport , Honda Jazz 1.3 and the Toyota 1.5G.

Here's what I need:

1. Ease of Driving. I'm not a great driver & that good in parking. So I need something simple.
2. Fuel Efficient. With gas prices going up and global warming. I want to do my part and save a few pesos too.
3. Reliability. I'm not rich so whatever car I'm buying, I'm going to have to live with it for at least the next 8 years or so.
4. Value for money. I'm not a car savvy so I want something that's easy to maintain and affordable. Don't want to burn my pockets on repairs and services.

Of course, looks and features are extras I also consider.

My quick findings and questions:
1. Ford Fiesta - I read reviews that it consumes around 7-8 KM/L in Manila that doesn't sound too good... I did notice it revs a lot when I drove it. And is Ford as reliable and has a good resale value like the Japs? Best looking Car though of the 3 though.
2. Honda Jazz - I liked the driving dynamics and during the test drive I averaged 10-11 km/L in the city so that's pretty good. Though it is kinda pricey for 1.3 engine where the others are 1.5 & 1.6. But does a bigger engine make a big difference for taking me around the city? Also I'm confused on whether maintain a Honda is expensive or not? Coz I got friends who say it's the relative the same as a Toyota and others say it's more expensive. The parts and service are expensive daw. So which one is true??? Enlighten me please! Oh I heard the 2011 Jazz just came out, I will visit again the dealership soon.
3. Toyota Vios - I like the nice accessories they pimped in the Vios 1.5G. However, I feel the driving position isn't as good as the other two, the rear view mirror is kinda low and it gives me a blind spot towards the upper right view. But the interiors show refinement and class. Also, I feel Vios is a safe choice knowing that is being a Toyota. However, Driving one can't help but feel that no matter how pimped up your Vios is, there are a lot of Vios taxis going around. In contrast, being a popular choice as a taxi means, it's built like a tank and maintaining one shouldn't burn a hole in one's pocket.

So what you think guys? My top picks are either Jazz or Vios though. I will have to think long and hard on this. But I'd like to here your views as well.

[ram_dlsu]

Guys sorry I forgot to place Vios hehe I meant to say Toyota Vios 1.5G

[Ry_Tower]

Guys sorry I forgot to place Vios hehe I meant to say Toyota Vios 1.5G

Of the top 2 choices that you have, i'll suggets the Vios 1.5G. Hindi namna yan mukhang taxi kasi 1.5G yan. Plus you may need the trunk space later on. But if you prioritize looks, get the Jazz. Maintenance of the 2 are affordable naman. Just my 2 cents of advice. Good luck on your choice.

[jmpet626]

New Jazz. Mas versatile cargo space. Matipid maintenance ng Jazz since every 6 months or 10,000kms PMS, spark plugs every 5 years or 100,000kms. Kung city driving lang naman walang problem sa 1.3 and kahit mabigat dala ko parati nakaka 11 to 12 kms per liter pa din ako consistently.


BTW sir Ayaw niyo sir yung new accent?

[actor21]

bro; vios 1.6G AT owner here..yes matipid ang vios but not fun to drive..
fiesta kana or jazz..but if you're looking on practicality then vios kana..

[Louie_18]

Ayaw ninyo nang Hyundai Accent?
More elegant looking and nice reviews too.
About the same price range sa mga choices mo.

[ghosthunter]

Ford Fiesta 1.6L - looks great, has lots of toys but interior too small in the long run. Realistically, it seats four only. Personally, I prefer the Mazda2 over the Fiesta.

Honda Jazz 1.3L - versatile and roomy interior. Handles well and fun to drive. Generally economical to do regular PMS.

Toyota Vios 1.5G - given that it's used for taxis, you are guaranteed that replacements parts (new, replacement and surplus) will not be a problem. As common as ants. Driving feel can be dull or lifeless. Practical car.


My opinion is to go with the Honda Jazz. But if you can find extra budget (around P60,000 more), I would suggest the Jazz 1.5L A/T. Fuel economy is about the same (10km/L) but you get more engine power (20hp additional), better looking wheels, power side folding mirrors with signal lights, etc.

[jmpet626]

Yung new 1.5 jazz tinanggal na nila yung power side folding mirrors nagdagdag ng USB tapos may price increase. Meron na din fog lights and USB. Medyo mapapa isip ka na din ng ibang brands since P857,000 na yung top of the line model.

[renzo_d10]

^ Then, I'd get the base Civic instead.

[tidus1203]

^ Then, I'd get the base Civic instead.

Ako naman I would get the Corolla 1.6G over the Jazz. Add in disocunts mas mura pa Corolla kaysa Jazz!

[tidus1203]

Its all about priorities when picking cars...

The way I analyze you I think you would be best suited with the Vios... Or if you like a hatchback, the Yaris since pareho lang sila ng Vios...

I have a Yaris and since I feel you value fuel economy a lot 12-13km/L (manual) in city driving, comparatively my Fiesta (dual clutch) on the same route gets 10.5km/L...

[homer jay]

Its all about priorities when picking cars...

The way I analyze you I think you would be best suited with the Vios... Or if you like a hatchback, the Yaris since pareho lang sila ng Vios...

I have a Yaris and since I feel you value fuel economy a lot 12-13km/L (manual) in city driving, comparatively my Fiesta (dual clutch) on the same route gets 10.5km/L...

From the criteria you mentioned, I do feel that Yaris is the best... albeit not among your initial choices. Small and easy to drive. Fuel efficient. easy to maintain (engine/mechanical wise since most of it has the same parts as Vios).

But if it's a choice among the three, it's a tough choice between the Jazz and the Fiesta. But basing on your criteria I'd go Jazz (in M/T please!). But cheaper still, I'd choose to get a Fiesta 1.4 para manual tranny at matipid sa gas (in Hatchback please!).

[jyg1995]

sir good day po..ask for opinion lng po ano pong mas ok kaya 2012 honda city 1.3s,suzuki swift,toyota yaris or ford fiesta 1.4L hatchback all po in manual transmission....ung budget wise po mga sir ung cheap ang spare parts "fuel economy" ung car po that will last for 10 years saka po syempre "resale value" po....thanks po in advance.

[jut703]

The Yaris, even if it's a 1.5, gets good fuel economy. It's also the most powerful among your choices, and since it shares a lot of parts with the Vios, hindi ka mahihirapan sa maintenance. Resale value is also quite high (higher than the Vios).

It's a really cute car too.

[jyg1995]

thanks sir,,what about the mitsubishi lancer mx with manual transmission?

thanks again..

[renzo_d10]

thanks sir,,what about the mitsubishi lancer mx with manual transmission?

thanks again..

Sir baka po Lancer EX GLX 2.0L ang tinutukoy niyo?

If kaya po ng budget yun, dun nalang po ako.

You might also want to consider the Hyundai Elantra 1.6GL MT. 818k lang.

[jyg1995]

ung 1.6L lancer GLX po....hmmmm not a fan of hyundai eh..dami po kasing bad news sa mga hyundai cars tito ko po may starex gold 2010 model matulin kaso hirap po sa akyatan pag puno inuunahan pa po ng adventure.

[renzo_d10]

ung 1.6L lancer GLX po....hmmmm not a fan of hyundai eh..dami po kasing bad news sa mga hyundai cars tito ko po may starex gold 2010 model matulin kaso hirap po sa akyatan pag puno inuunahan pa po ng adventure.

Ah ok. Hehe.

Oh, 1.6L Cedia pala! Kala ko yung EX na. Meh, not a fan of the Cedia. I might just go with the Jazz.

Ford Fiesta 1.6L Trend, hindi ba 1.4L yun ? :confused:

[jdee12]

ung 1.6L lancer GLX po....hmmmm not a fan of hyundai eh..dami po kasing bad news sa mga hyundai cars tito ko po may starex gold 2010 model matulin kaso hirap po sa akyatan pag puno inuunahan pa po ng adventure.

A/T ba yung VGT? Mukhang may problema yan. Dapat inangat niya foot nya sa accelerator then apak ulit para mag down shift. I can't imagine a Starex na mauunahan ng adventure sa akyatan.

OT na> Hehe

Anyway Jazz na lang bro.

[Brennt]

i'll pick the Jazz sir :D