honda crv or toyota innova

[oliver1013]

Ayaw mo grand Vitara? Halos same price din.. 4X4 pa

[Horsepower]

If you want a vehicle that comfortably hauls people, get a Starex CRDi Turbo (about 900k-1M i think). Great ride, more than enough power. It's a CRDi so you save a lot on fuel plus diesel is more energy efficient compared to petrol. You can actually race the thing up to 200kph easy even if it's fully loaded. It's hi-tech diesel so it's really quiet.

About the Innova, you might be a victim of the dreaded D-4D choking problem (hardstarting, stalling engine). Not really a good vehicle to gamble on IMO. It was ridden with several issues like the Axle Shaft defect (this where your tires are connected. hehehe). So-so quality of Car stereo etc.

CRV is ok but it gulps a lot of petrol which is more expensive in this country plus its maintenance costs a lot. The design is rather old too. The new model isn't really worth waiting for. It's fugly.

Other options you can look at is KIA Sorento CRDi, Ford Explorer diesel, Isuzu Alterra, Subaru Forester FXT (apparently one of the best though i haven't driven one yet). Im not sure what Nissan offers now but they have nice cars also.

[number001]

About the Innova, you might be a victim of the dreaded D-4D choking problem (hardstarting, stalling engine). Not really a good vehicle to gamble on IMO. It was ridden with several issues like the Axle Shaft defect (this where your tires are connected. hehehe). So-so quality of Car stereo etc.

Getting a vvti engine is an alternative to D4-D for those not willing to experience any "D4-D engine woes".

Note: not every single Innova is affected by the "Axle Shaft defect" but rather an undisclosed number of first year production units.

I dont have high expectations for OEM car audio from any car manufacturer. If the buyer is an audiophile then an upgraded should be in their cards.

[asag]

innova
the ride is better
the feel inside(for the v variant) is much better
hatak ok din because of the high torque specilly sa a/t version. have not had any reason to floor it even with 4 adults and 3 kids on board and with 18" mags at that.
one word for the innova, sulit
http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2498716

reviews for the new crv mention better and quieter ride
that is if you can wait for it

[oldblue]

kung 2nd gen CRV vs. Innova, undecided din ako.
kung upcoming CRV vs. Innova, new CRV syempre

[hubertq34]

kung space ang paguusapan sa innova ako, pero kung looks, sa 3rd gen crv ako. magkaibang level ang innova at crv so mahirap icompare ung 2.

[IMm29]

If you want a vehicle that comfortably hauls people, get a Starex CRDi Turbo (about 900k-1M i think).

Good idea, actually, if you're after value for money. You can haul 8 people, and still store some stuff. Downside, tho, is that due to it's size, it gets lonely inside if you don't travel with your brood most of the time.

[mazdamazda]

If for four adults & a child lang pala... it would be the CR-V hands down! better ride, handling, power, aesthetics, etc.!

Another plus factor would be its safety ratings (since it is also being sold in the US & Europe).

I don't think luggage space at the back would be much of a concern... though you can just buy a Thule roof mounted luggage carrier for other stuff.

[niky]

Depends on what your parents value more.

The CRV looks better, a little less practical, with its fuel consumption, but it's definitely a class above the Innova.

The Innova actually, shockingly, handles pretty decently for an AUV-type vehicle, drives well, accelerates well, has decent fuel consumption (even in VVTi form) and is priced well. It's kinda "jologs" compared to the CRV, but for some people, that's not an issue.

The new Starex is well-priced, handsome and seats lots of people. The suspension is good and the engines are great. The seats aren't as comfortable as the CRV, though, and it's big and bulky compared to the other two.

Are they going to stay here for the long haul? Will they have a second car? If they're planning to use this as a primary car, you can't underestimate the need for cargo capacity, as when that kid grows up, three across in the second row becomes uncomfortable. A seven/eight++ seater like the Innova or Starex is best if you have five or more riding... but it's really up to your parents what they like.

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Buying a car is like buying an expensive barong. You have to decide if you like the way you look while driving it.

[Bry]

Among your choices, sa CR-V ako. Mas-classy kesa sa Innova. Pero do look at the Grand Vitara.