Car for a young dad

[Calistro]

TBH, getting the spin would be pushing the budget. I'll let them know of the carens, i forgot about it. Shame

[dct]

Hard to beat talaga ang innova. The best ang carens but you are already looking at mid size suv. Kaya mas practical ang innova

[boy astig]

Anything with a massive trunk space should be the number 1 priority. Stroller pa lang, kamot ulo ka na. Plus grocery bags, baby bags, and all the massive travel must haves when bringing the precious baby/toddler along. The rest is dependent on budget.

I got through that stage with my trusty hilander. Had absolutely no problem with space and if the little kid (then) wanted to play with the talc powder, the floor of the rear seat was big enough to be her moving playground.

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL !!!

[kai s.]

My friend test-drove the Spin last month: it was noticeably underpowered daw even with just three people on board. Even the sales agent they drove with admitted it and mentioned that that was why Chevy didn't bother to bring the automatic diesel variant here. Struck that one off even though it was at the top of their list.

I vote for the Ertiga. Seems really sulit and good reviews abroad.

[jut703]

I still say that the Innova is the most practical car for most Filipinos today.

Seats 8, rugged chassis, lots of space, affordable parts, fuel-efficient...what else do you need?

Obviously not the most attractive but hey, it's a family car right?

[shadow]

Honda SIR!

innova talaga, kasya lahat ng gamit plus yaya and baka sama pa grandparents pag lalabas kayo..

pero SIR talaga maganda

[joey_ed27]

Working with a budget of P800k hands down I'd recommend a brandnew Avanza AT.

Seats 5 without problems with cargo space. And should you need added seating capacity you can defintely stretch that to a 7 seater. Clerance is slightly higher than a subcompact, yet overall dimensions are perfect for narrow roads.

Fuel consumption is also good.

[12vdc]

My friend test-drove the Spin last month: it was noticeably underpowered daw even with just three people on board. Even the sales agent they drove with admitted it and mentioned that that was why Chevy didn't bother to bring the automatic diesel variant here. Struck that one off even though it was at the top of their list.

I vote for the Ertiga. Seems really sulit and good reviews abroad.

Underpowered? Nahhh.. Turbo wakes up at 1.7k rpm, torque is just right. Did a long distance 6 adults(inc 2 yayas) 1 kid 1 toddler, no problem at all.. I cant fault the motor, FC during trip was 19k/L the most frugal diesel i drove. Only thing i can fault is the middle and 3rd row seats, with its limited adjustments and upright position.

I agree with most suggestions here. 1st car noobness, get the tried and tested Innova. Pag aralin mo nalang ng M/T para swak sa budget.

[crosswind]

I would recommend the Innova as your first choice
comfortable in the inside , can hear road noise at 100kph
spacious
fine crdi engine
cons- low gorund clearance

2nd Isuzu crosswind/sportivo

how much ba yung budget?

[cast_no_shadow]

O landslide na innova na yan! Hehe yes for a young dad? Complete package na si innova. Seating capacity and storage? Pasok yan!

Magkano nga budget?


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[LN106G]

I would also recommend a diesel Innova. Since this young couple does not have an iota of car maintenance, I would not recommend a car brand that has questionable aftersales service maintenance. True there are lots of other car brands that offer better engine power, toys and probably better interior than the innova, but come maintenance time, they don't have much to offer. Toyota has a good aftersales coverage and that is the main reason they are on top. Practicality. Get the Innova, it gives the space and probably the carrying capacity of an SUV and the near-comfort of a sedan....

[crosswind]

Since their budget is 900k and needs an automatic vehicle
the innov a might be out

Nissan Sylph 1.6cvt aroung 882k
lagayn nalang ng roof rack kung di kasya stroller

If they need a car that has cheap maintenance
2nd hand isuzu sportivo a/t fits in
but the beige leather seats is just a headache since
there is a baby which we may never guess when he will throw-up

used toyota innova e or g
Maintenance is a little more expensive
but a more safer vehicle and comfortable

[vinj]

The Innova is old, not as powerful as other modern CRDis, etc... but it's still hard to beat in terms of an overall package that includes practicality. It's also one of the cheapest to maintain (brand new).

[jut703]

I'd still get an Innova J over a sedan if versatility is priority.

If you want amenities, then Avanza G or Ertiga GL nalang.


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[dr. d]

[QUOTE=jut703;2444055]I still say that the Innova is the most practical car for most Filipinos today.

Seats 8, rugged chassis, lots of space, affordable parts, fuel-efficient...what else do you need?

a lower floor?
smaller passengers and older passengers do have some difficulty getting in and out of the innova.
'tis the reason why i still have a sedan/hatchback..

[kutangbato]

Spin imho.

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[LuckyMan]

Consider also the Grand Livina.

[b_9904]

Kung Innova kukunin nyo, yung E variant ang minimum mo dapat.

Forget about the J variant.

since 997K ang E variant, sabihin mo sa kanila mag ipon ipon muna ng malaking pang down para mas afford nila ang amortization. IF asap, then ibang brand at model nalang kunin nyo.

Kung ano man ang kunin nyo basta, always get a car with ATLEAST dual airbags, ABS, childlock, and power windows and locks. Also, consider additional budget para sa JUST IN CASE scenarios, say around 50k.

I'm in the same boat as you pero MPV na ang target ko agad, even though wala pa akong anak. Galing ako sa malaking family so I know mahirap pilitin ang isang 5 seater car sa family of six.

In my case, I scratched the Innova E kasi ASAP na ang need ng kotse saamin dahil bumigay na ang 1993 L300 FB ko, sayang kung nagtagal pa yung ng 10 months pa baka makaipon na ako ng 40% DP.

My mom owns an Adventure, matagtag siya. Pero 2+4+3 ang kaya nya isakay if payat lahat ng mga pasahero mo. Trunk space is massive if naka fold yung 3rd row seats (kahit yung half nga lang ng third row massiva pa din eh). Mausok siya IF hindi mo papalitan lagi ang oil mo at nililinis ang tambucho, nasa proper and religious maintenance lang po yan. Cons ng advie: magastos sa diesel vs Crosswind and Innova.

Good luck!

[dr. d]

so, young dad, nakapag-decide na ba kayo?
to add fuel to the innova.. it's been 10 years, and my innova still has excellent suspension. yes, i did replace the front shocks, but everything else is good and tight.
and the engine.. it's been start-and-drive.. no big repairs at 100K on the odometer.
the body is ok... yes, the bumpers are current generation design.. designed to collapse rather than cause serious injury to the bumpee..

[b_9904]

Test drove the Ertiga kanina. Smooth ride naman, sedan na sedan talaga ang feel.

Ok naman sa medyo uneven road ng Manila, hindi mo gaano ramdam mga yun.

So Ertiga wins over the Adventure in terms of ride quality.

Test drive the ertiga vs the spin, tingnan mo sino mas ok yung ride quality, shifting, comfortable seating, leg room, etc.