CX5 vs Fortuner

[Egan101]

Same reason as Forester, I don't like the design, particularly the front. I hate it.

And they made it even lower compared to the older models. If I'm not mistaken it's a lot lower than the CX5.

No question on the aesthetics of the CX5, it is one good-looking CUV. Even more striking in Mazda's Soul Red color. It is a bit cramped on the inside compared to other CUVs. SkyActiv technology makes the CX5 quite fuel efficient compared to other petrol-powered CUVs.

[JohnM]

Unibody (Forester, CX-5 etc) vs body-on-frame (Fort, Monty etc)

Mid-Size Trucks Don't Need Frames

Kinda long read and it discusses the Honda Ridgeline but the comparison between the two designs in terms of interior space and ride quality are useful.

[StockEngine]

We are going to sell both cars. Will buy a Vios or Wigo to replace the Altis then the CX5 or Fortuner to replace the Montero.

Nasanay na kasi sa full-size SUV yung mga kapamilya ko, never kami nag mid-sized kaya I was looking for the biggest mid-sized SUV in the market as a compromise. I drive the Altis kaya I wanted a bigger car for occasional floods.

My heart says CX5 but the mind (and other people) say Fortuner for sheer practicality.

Another option would be the Hyundai Tucson which is almost 1/3 cheaper but then it's a Hyundai. I think masyado maraming downside ang Hyundai? I don't like the design of the Forester, masyadong boring. No to Ecosport since it's too small. X-Trail naman halos kasing laki na ng Fortuner, no point in going for it?

My other concern is car durability. Toyota's are built for our lubak-lubak roads but I'm not sure if Mazda and Hyundai can handle it. Yung company car na Starex namin ang daming sakit in just a few years. We have friends who is a Hyundai and a Toyota dealer so after-sales for both brands shouldn't be as big as an issue as the norm. I read Mazda service is decent?



Which one is better?

Ano meaning ng Belly Burner? Maalog sa likod?

Ano mas masarap sakyan for semi long drives like Tagaytay or Batangas?

Bihira lang kasi ako sumakay ng compact SUV. I either ride compacts, SUVs, vans or high-end van like Alphard since this is what the company uses also.

Matagtag bro ang fortuner aka belly buster. You will feel each small stone. Teat drive one.

Test drive the new montero. Night and day ang suspension-confortable.



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[StockEngine]

Note the steering also. One will be easier to parallel park and u-turn.

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[Head-On]

Fort for me. Sarap ng meron ka malaki cargo space or extra 2 seats pag kinailangan. As for ride comfort, pwede naman mag after market shocks to soften the suspension. HTH

[theblob]

Bad experience kasi kami sa Montero namin ngayon. Ang daming sakit, yung iba hindi pa rin malaman until now saan nanggagaling yung ingay.

Ngayon naman ayaw tumakbo yung car kahit i-todo yung apak. Nabitin ako sa paakyat na mall parking kailangan pa itulak.

Is the new Fortuner as bumpy as the previous Montero series or the older Pajeros? Feel ko sanay na nanay ko sa matagtag na cars. LOL.

As for the extra 2 seats and cargo space, hindi namin nagagamit.

[unmarked]

Cx5 for me. Better driving dynamics, comfortable, skyactiv technology, yojin3 - will help offset cost of gas compared sa diesel but pms cost ng fort. Also if you value being unique over parts/resale, eto ata ang pinaka onte sa lahat ng nabanggit dito (monty, fort, rav4, tucson, sportage, sta fe, forester etc).

Diko sure kung facelifted na ung 2017 crv. Might be worth waiting, not 100% sure though.. ang boring kasi ng hitsura hehe.

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[jmpet626]

Cx5 for me. Better driving dynamics, comfortable, skyactiv technology, yojin3 - will help offset cost of gas compared sa diesel but pms cost ng fort. Also if you value being unique over parts/resale, eto ata ang pinaka onte sa lahat ng nabanggit dito (monty, fort, rav4, tucson, sportage, sta fe, forester etc).

Diko sure kung facelifted na ung 2017 crv. Might be worth waiting, not 100% sure though.. ang boring kasi ng hitsura hehe.

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How much battery ng CX5 pag time to replace na?

[Egan101]

How much battery ng CX5 pag time to replace na?

15k daw sa casa. However, there are folks in the Mazda thread who used Amaron batteries (at around 5k) as replacement for the stock battery.

[turbocharger 71]

Matagtag bro ang fortuner aka belly buster. You will feel each small stone. Teat drive one.

Test drive the new montero. Night and day ang suspension-confortable.



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bro ayaw na ata ng montero sakit daw sa ulo nila

[Ry_Tower]

Bad experience kasi kami sa Montero namin ngayon. Ang daming sakit, yung iba hindi pa rin malaman until now saan nanggagaling yung ingay.

Ngayon naman ayaw tumakbo yung car kahit i-todo yung apak. Nabitin ako sa paakyat na mall parking kailangan pa itulak.

Is the new Fortuner as bumpy as the previous Montero series or the older Pajeros? Feel ko sanay na nanay ko sa matagtag na cars. LOL.

As for the extra 2 seats and cargo space, hindi namin nagagamit.

If you don't need the 2 seats, better driving experience ka nga sa CX5 imho.

[JohnM]

Bring your mom and test drive both

[theblob]

Any comments on the Tucson? Is Hyundai all that bad? Worth it ba yung savings of a few hundred thousand?

[unmarked]

How much battery ng CX5 pag time to replace na?

its a downside kasi kakaiba daw nga ang battery. Pero since meron na rin market I think magkakaron na ng mas affordable alternatives sooner rather than later.

[MR_BIG18]

ingress outgress, comfort, driving ease cx5, space, fuel economy, fortuner

[theblob]

ingress outgress, comfort, driving ease cx5, space, fuel economy, fortuner

Sorry noobie here. What do you mean by ingress outgress?

[i.am.aids]

Sorry noobie here. What do you mean by ingress outgress?

labas pasok sa pinto

[jut703]

Matagtag bro ang fortuner aka belly buster. You will feel each small stone. Teat drive one.

Test drive the new montero. Night and day ang suspension-confortable.



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I've driven both already. Hindi naman night and day. Ang night and day is yung ride quality ng Montero/Fortuner vs a CX5.

Pareho lang matagtag at maalog yung Montero and Fortuner. Both have the same hideous nose dive. Both feel floaty on paved roads, both do great on potholed roads. Both are significantly better than the previous generations they replaced, but are still not as comfortable as crossovers. Inherently it's hard for a truck-based SUV to match the comfort of a car-based CUV.

Yes, the Montero has a slightly better ride than the Fortuner, but that's like saying Melai is prettier than Pokwang.

PPVs are great for a lot of things - durability, seating capacity, fuel consumption, torque, hauling capability, flood fording ability, etc. But ride quality on asphalt is certainly not its strong suit over sedans and crossovers.

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[i.am.aids]

Bad experience kasi kami sa Montero namin ngayon. Ang daming sakit, yung iba hindi pa rin malaman until now saan nanggagaling yung ingay.

Ngayon naman ayaw tumakbo yung car kahit i-todo yung apak. Nabitin ako sa paakyat na mall parking kailangan pa itulak.

This could happen to any car. Make sure you follow recommended maintenance schedule, done properly, of course.

Is the new Fortuner as bumpy as the previous Montero series or the older Pajeros? Feel ko sanay na nanay ko sa matagtag na cars. LOL.

As for the extra 2 seats and cargo space, hindi namin nagagamit.

Not much different with previous Montero (as noted earlier). Look for Santa Fe, 7 seater, good ride quality, maintenance is easy (per Santa Fe club), etc..

[Head-On]

Any comments on the Tucson? Is Hyundai all that bad? Worth it ba yung savings of a few hundred thousand?

Since you are considering already the koreans, care to include the Volkswagen Tiguan?