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    Nissan has the Navara Brute:
    *dual air bags
    *power windows and locks
    *no lsd
    *no abs
    *alloy wheels

    Mitsubishi has the Strada GLX 4x4:
    *dual airbags
    *power windows and locks
    *abs with ebd
    *lsd
    *steel rims

    Isuzu has the Dmax LT:
    *no airbags
    *no power windows and locks
    *lsd
    *no abs
    *steel rims with hubcap
    *isuzu nameplate

    And then there are the China trucks in the same or even lower price range like the JMC Compadre, Foton Thunder, Great Wall Wingle.

    Just wondering which would be a good, basic work truck for mixed on road and off road use including recreational weekend use.

    Toyota does not sell a workhorse version of the Hilux locally.

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    From the specs, mas ok strada with the LSD.
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    I'd rather get anything from the 2nd hand market than buying brand new bare. just my thoughts though. For Capability alone, i'll go home with the DMax

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    I think the company would fare better with a brand new truck. And we dont need the additional bells and whistles of the top line models. . Just something that starts with one crank and can respond to calls. On and off road and during bad weather,

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    What about the Ranger XL 4x4 instead? Higher flood-fording capability. Added bonuses include the bigger space and better looks

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    Whats the srp on the ranger? Thanks for the reminder. Hehe. Is this a basic model also?

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    Quote Originally Posted by OTEP View Post
    Whats the srp on the ranger? Thanks for the reminder. Hehe. Is this a basic model also?
    Its 1.145 if im not mistaken doc. Tho it has non vgturbo with 125hp.

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    the 2.2 crdi ranger 4x4 wildtrak 150 hp 376 kN-M 6-speed manual sells for P1.349M.

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    Is the xl also equipped with LSD? Brochure says it has one airbag and abs.

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    Actually bro it's 1.179M
    Not too far from the Brute (1.125M), Dmax (1.146M) and Strada (1.070M).

    It's a pretty basic unit, but it's not spartan.
    - ABS, EBD, driver's airbag
    - 16" alloys
    - USB/aux/iPod connectivity
    - No LSD though

    I actually prefer the colors and trim of the 4x4 XL than the XLT. Comes with a blacked out grille, side mirrors and door handles. I only opted for the XLT cuz of the more powerful engine and better interior amenities. But the XL in dark grey looks gorgeous.

    Then again, for harabas use, the tried and tested DMax with its powerful and trusty 4JJ1 engine might be better.

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    Quote Originally Posted by jut703 View Post
    Actually bro it's 1.179M
    Not too far from the Brute (1.125M), Dmax (1.146M) and Strada (1.070M).

    It's a pretty basic unit, but it's not spartan.
    - ABS, EBD, driver's airbag
    - 16" alloys
    - USB/aux/iPod connectivity
    - No LSD though

    I actually prefer the colors and trim of the 4x4 XL than the XLT. Comes with a blacked out grille, side mirrors and door handles. I only opted for the XLT cuz of the more powerful engine and better interior amenities. But the XL in dark grey looks gorgeous.

    Then again, for harabas use, the tried and tested DMax with its powerful and trusty 4JJ1 engine might be better.
    Thanks for the correction.



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    Quote Originally Posted by OTEP View Post
    I think the company would fare better with a brand new truck. And we dont need the additional bells and whistles of the top line models. . Just something that starts with one crank and can respond to calls. On and off road and during bad weather,
    im sorry, i didn't know that it was for company use. anyway, i'd still take the DMax

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    First dmax, second strada last navara.

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    Hey Doc, from the specs you posted i'll go with the Strada. It's the most equipped and it's the cheapest as well.

    Don't know if its engine are as bulletproof as the DMAX though. Problema din kasi minsan yan, baka mamaya sa alanganin na lugar kailangan pa-gas tapos pangit quality ng fuel. At least, Isuzu, mas peace of mind pagdating sa abuse.

    But that's just me. Ill take the Strada tas close 2nd yung DMAX.

    What about the Hilux E, doc? Or the Frontier Bravado (subok na tibay nito, news cabs palang...)

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    I'd put my money on the DMax.

    Our company uses the bare-bones Hilux Js though (not 4WD).

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    Quote Originally Posted by renzo_d10 View Post

    What about the Hilux E, doc? Or the Frontier Bravado (subok na tibay nito, news cabs palang...)

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    Hindi yata 4x4 yung mga yan sir hehe

    Kung ako pipili dmax nalang. Mahirap kasi kung madumi naikarga na diesel pag crdi


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    dmax din iba pa rin ang 3.0

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    Quote Originally Posted by Syuryuken View Post
    dmax din iba pa rin ang 3.0
    3.0L na pala yung LT

    For company use, between the 3, DMAX ang choice ko, due to easy maintenance and fuel efficiency.

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    Its the lack of abs thats kind of a turn off for the dmax, though.

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    Quote Originally Posted by OTEP View Post
    Its the lack of abs thats kind of a turn off for the dmax, though.
    Magaling ka naman mag-drive eh.

    But yes, ABS is an important safety feature.

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