Kia Sportage 4x2 SL AT GAS vs. Hyundai Tucson GLS 4x2 GAS

[Guilder]

Hi Guys,

I'm currently considering these 2 CUV's to replace my 5 year old Honda City 1.5 E.

I will be utilizing a company car plan max of 1M. I can only add 150k tops as I intend to pay off our condo parking slot once my old car is sold.

The CUV will be my daily drive (Muntinlupa-Makati) on weekdays, nearby malls on weekends (wife, baby & yaya) and ocassional out of town vacations (4x a year).

I was initially looking at sedans (Altis/Mz3/Sylphy) however, my wife prefers a higher ride plus adequate space. Hence, the aforementioned choices.

I'm trying to capitalize on the big discounts these current models have. Would welcome other sugestions, but subject to budget restrictions.

Appreciate your invaluable inputs! Thanks in advance!

[jcal68]

If I had a P 1.150M budget, I would go for the diesel SUV's like the Montero GLX. This 7 seater handles about the same as a 5 seater CUV. It may be more frugal cause its a crdi diesel. And definitely a high rider with bigger space.

[dct]

If I had a P 1.150M budget, I would go for the diesel SUV's like the Montero GLX. This 7 seater handles about the same as a 5 seater CUV. It may be more frugal cause its a crdi diesel. And definitely a high rider with bigger space.

^i agree..

[gwapster]

If I had a P 1.150M budget, I would go for the diesel SUV's like the Montero GLX. This 7 seater handles about the same as a 5 seater CUV. It may be more frugal cause its a crdi diesel. And definitely a high rider with bigger space.

A big SUV like that would not handle as well as a CUV, sa corners pa lang much stable ang pakiramdam nung CUV, while the SUV drives like a truck. And besides the big SUVs are heavier, you would have to pull that weight all the time driving in the metro. And the diesel engines they have are so decade ago, noisy and inefficient compared to the modern diesels.

[Guilder]

A big SUV like that would not handle as well as a CUV, sa corners pa lang much stable ang pakiramdam nung CUV, while the SUV drives like a truck. And besides the big SUVs are heavier, you would have to pull that weight all the time driving in the metro. And the diesel engines they have are so decade ago, noisy and inefficient compared to the modern diesels.

Noted on your points above. Also, I'm not sure if it's advisable for me to use the Monty as a daily-driver, unless it's for flood-fording purposes. But then again I may be missing on something that could change the way I think.

[Guilder]

If I had a P 1.150M budget, I would go for the diesel SUV's like the Montero GLX. This 7 seater handles about the same as a 5 seater CUV. It may be more frugal cause its a crdi diesel. And definitely a high rider with bigger space.

Actually, when went to Mitsubishi to check on the ASX (which is small btw), the Montero GLX was offered to us at 1.22M (after discounts). We got overwhelmed by the size and I can't imagine myself bringing that to work everyday with just me and no passenger. While from a practical stand-point it's enticing (diesel-engine, 7-seater), I don't think it fits my current requirement at the moment (unless I'm missing on something very compelling).

[jcal68]

Actually, when went to Mitsubishi to check on the ASX (which is small btw), the Montero GLX was offered to us at 1.22M (after discounts). We got overwhelmed by the size and I can't imagine myself bringing that to work everyday with just me and no passenger. While from a practical stand-point it's enticing (diesel-engine, 7-seater), I don't think it fits my current requirement at the moment (unless I'm missing on something very compelling).

You are now a family man, maybe its about time that you get used to driving bigger cars. Think of the better comfort it brings to your precious passengers. Test drive one and discover that driving it is not that different.

[Guilder]

You are now a family man, maybe its about time that you get used to driving bigger cars. Think of the better comfort it brings to your precious passengers. Test drive one and discover that driving it is not that different.

I agree with you as I have to put the safety of my passengers ahead of myself. However, just to add, at 1.22M it's already beyond my budget.

[outbite]

Actually, when went to Mitsubishi to check on the ASX (which is small btw), the Montero GLX was offered to us at 1.22M (after discounts). We got overwhelmed by the size and I can't imagine myself bringing that to work everyday with just me and no passenger. While from a practical stand-point it's enticing (diesel-engine, 7-seater), I don't think it fits my current requirement at the moment (unless I'm missing on something very compelling).

I drive a montero daily by myself. I would say that the fuel economy is nice - and once you get used to the size you wouldn't mind anymore.

[Guilder]

I drive a montero daily by myself. I would say that the fuel economy is nice - and once you get used to the size you wouldn't mind anymore.

If only a Monty would fit my budget, I would've short-listed it already. Although tbh I've never test-driven one, hence the perception of difficult to drive.

[StockEngine]

If I had a P 1.150M budget, I would go for the diesel SUV's like the Montero GLX. This 7 seater handles about the same as a 5 seater CUV. It may be more frugal cause its a crdi diesel. And definitely a high rider with bigger space.

its like driving a truck everyday. diesel clatter saket sa ulo...especially sa makati traffic.

he has free fuel naman from the company.

[Guilder]

its like driving a truck everyday. diesel clatter saket sa ulo...especially sa makati traffic.

he has free fuel naman from the company.

I've never owned a vehicle ran by diesel, so maintenance is something I don't want to worry about.

[jcal68]

I've never owned a vehicle ran by diesel, so maintenance is something I don't want to worry about.

While it is true that diesel engines are noisier than gasoline engines, once you are inside the difference is insignificant.
The advantages of a diesel engine far outweighs this minor disadvantage. This is the reason why diesel powered cars are relatively more expensive. The maintenance cost difference is not that significant.

[shotgun]

how much discount now for these models?

[mda_]

For some reason, i feel the kias drive better. Haven't driven the tucson with the Nu engine though. The theta is pretty decent. Test drive both, they actually feel different even if they are practically twins.

[Guilder]

how much discount now for these models?

100k for Sportage & 70k for Tucson

[dr. d]

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While it is true that diesel engines are noisier than gasoline engines, once you are inside the difference is insignificant.
The advantages of a diesel engine far outweighs this minor disadvantage. This is the reason why diesel powered cars are relatively more expensive. The maintenance cost difference is not that significant.

diesel engines are naturally noisier than gas, by virtue of their design. and only the user can decide for himself if this added noise and vibration is acceptable. some will pick on it simply because they have to come up with something negative.. heh heh.
diesels cost more, because they are more expensive to manufacture. whether this higher cost is acceptable or not, is something only the buyer can decide on.
acceptable cost of repair and maintenance? now, that's one hot issue still under heavy debate.

why do i like diesel? ...bahain samen... for whatever real or perceived advantage the diesel has against floods..

[Guilder]

why do i like diesel? ...bahain samen... for whatever real or perceived advantage the diesel has against floods..

Pardon my ignorance, could you please expound this statement? Thanks!

[Guilder]

While it is true that diesel engines are noisier than gasoline engines, once you are inside the difference is insignificant.
The advantages of a diesel engine far outweighs this minor disadvantage. This is the reason why diesel powered cars are relatively more expensive. The maintenance cost difference is not that significant.

Should I consider diesel in the future, I would have allocate extra budget & time just for the maintenance. But I have to admit, the savings you get vs. gasoline price is very tempting.

[dr. d]

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Should I consider diesel in the future, I would have allocate extra budget & time just for the maintenance. But I have to admit, the savings you get vs. gasoline price is very tempting.

what makes you think that po?
my diesel has next-to-nothing (o sige.. nothing) maintenance.. and it's almost 100K on the odo..