Brand new compact car or second hand CRV,Xtrail or Escape?

[jeje23]

Assuming that all the 2nd hand cars stated AM are in good condition. (2004-2005models), will you choose one instead of a brand new compact car (Fiesta,M2,Vios,Accent) since their price range is almost the same. The car will be used by my family only. Need your help guys...

[renzo_d10]

Assuming that the car isn't flooded or wont be needing any expensive repairs, I'd go with the Xtrail then the Escape coming in second then the CR-V in far third.

But you wont go wrong with brand new units though ( sans lemon )

[arvie1]

Assuming that all the 2nd hand cars stated AM are in good condition. (2004-2005models), will you choose one instead of a brand new compact car (Fiesta,M2,Vios,Accent) since their price range is almost the same. The car will be used by my family only. Need your help guys...

What other factors do you consider sir? Flood in your area and routes? Space? Reliability? Siguro di na masyado sa pogi looks kasi family use naman?

IMO for family, get a SUV.

Goodluck sir!

[GTi]

I'd go with the CUVs. In the Philippines, ground clearance is very important. Be sure to bring a mechanic with you though, there are flooded and laspag units to look out for. Between the 3, I'd choose the X-Trail (250X, please!). As for the CRV, its known to be lacking in power. The Escape is fine, very sturdy, comfy and family-oriented. But engine performance and space is not as good as the X-Trail and FC is rather dismal. I'd suggest you also look for the Grand Vitara, strong engines, excellent off road capabilities and a very handsome beast, I should say.

[myk384]

A secondhand X-Trail (200x) is fine..... more power, more versatile, more high

[Starex_Gold]

For family use..

Nissan X-Trail 250X / 200X na.

[jhnkvn]

The good thing about the previous XTrail is that the new Xtrail almost left nothing unchanged and simply improved on a tried-and-tested formula. In other words, ipadetail mo lang yan and you can pass it off to your kids as "brand new" kidding aside,

I'll go for first-hand compact cars. There's still an exclusive feeling of buying a brand new car rather than a pre-owned one. The previous generation CRV is way too plasticky.. then again, it's infamous for its prior exploitation of the 10-seater loophole. Interior leaves something to be desired. The current generation is a decade better in terms of handling, interior refinement, and everything except the front fascia.

[hondaboot]

go for Hyundai Accent better than CUVs kasi this year lalo sisikip ang kalsada. imho, the compact cars will have the advantage in terms of efficiency sa roads

[SiRbossR]

Get The Escape NBX or The X-Trail 200x. You won't go wrong with either of the two. Better yet, Follow your heart.

[scharnhorst]

I'd go for the brand new. iba pa rin. hehe

wag 2nd gen A/T CR-V. Explorer/Expy-level gas guzzler.

[Starex_Gold]

go for Hyundai Accent better than CUVs kasi this year lalo sisikip ang kalsada. imho, the compact cars will have the advantage in terms of efficiency sa roads

Then what's next OB?
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Kung bnew, Hyundai Accent na. 588K base model gas. All power na including side mirrors.

[GulongGong]

get a brand new compact... 2nd hand, CUV's on it's 5th year is the time where parts starts to break... and if so, get ready to shell out serious cash.. SUV/CUV parts are no cheap. not to mention the HUGE risk of getting a FLOODED car and the other hidden horrors behind purchasing a 2nd hand car. (like hot cars, badluck, someone died etc...)

with a bnew car, you have peace of mind.. warranty for 2-3 years and normally up to it's 5th year it's problem free. then after that, sell it and again purchase a bnew one. with that, wala ka na aalalahanin.. mas confident ka.. you get to enjoy your car more and safety narin ng family.

[weisshorn]

My opinion.. get a brand new car with safety features for your family. There's no great thing other than the safety of your love ones, I'd say peace of mind.

[scharnhorst]

Then what's next OB?

kaya pala. hehe.

for me the best bang for buck would be the fiesta 1.4 trend para hindi ka stuck with hubcaps and steel wheels

[kimat]

dependi parin sa panlasa mo ng sasakyan yan bro if i were you get the brand new car at least may insurance and warranty pa... peace of mind

pag second hand ang kukunin mo huwag naman sanang na ondoy or na pepeng ang makuha mo

Good luck!

[andretti]

For family use..

Nissan X-Trail 250X / 200X na.

Get The Escape NBX or The X-Trail 200x. You won't go wrong with either of the two. Better yet, Follow your heart.

I really like how the X-Trail looks like, if I found a good unit what items will I have to check on the car? but of course not a flooded unit, what more?

My opinion.. get a brand new car with safety features for your family. There's no great thing other than the safety of your love ones, I'd say peace of mind.

This is actually what makes me think in buying a brand new car.

Will buying a 2nd hand car mean more expenses in the future? Buying a new car means going to the dealer for the periodic PMS, while a used car does not need PMS and it will be up to the owner. TIA

[jhnkvn]

Actually, I would recommend going to your PMS rather than "extending" your PMS intervals. I know too many people who serviced their car too late and had bigger problems since they were merely ignoring their car problems.

Will buying a 2nd hand car mean more expenses in the future?

Not exactly. There are certain instances where a brand new car would have more problems than a 2nd hand car (Land Rover vs 2ndhand Land Cruiser). But as a rule of thumb, yes. This is because of the wear and tear of high mileage.

The advantages of having a first-hand car is simply: (1) Warranty -- so you're assured there wouldn't be any "lemon" purchases. (2) It's new, so minimal or no wear-and-tear. If you factor in emotional advantages, the first-hand buyer is that person you'll see at ACE Hardware stacking up on car covers and fiber cloths iba talaga feeling kung bago.

[GTi]

I really like how the X-Trail looks like, if I found a good unit what items will I have to check on the car? but of course not a flooded unit, what more?



This is actually what makes me think in buying a brand new car.

Will buying a 2nd hand car mean more expenses in the future? Buying a new car means going to the dealer for the periodic PMS, while a used car does not need PMS and it will be up to the owner. TIA

In our case, no. Almost all of our cars were bought second hand. All have been very, very well maintained under our care and have fetched very good prices, above the usual market price for that car, even. They have not given us any headaches other than the usual replacement of consumables and the occasional repair here and there. That's why I am very open in considering 2nd hand cars. I believe that a well cared for 2nd hand CUV will serve you just as well or even better than a brand new subcompact. The class, quality, space and performance is just different.