Kia Carens and other MPVs?

**lm723** · May 22nd, 2007 11:46 AM

Sorry, generic ung other MPVs. (Pwedeng.. Avanza, etc)
Saw this yesterday sa may bacoor on our way home.

I wonder. How much kaya eto?

**mazdamazda** · May 24th, 2007 06:59 PM

The base model CRDi version is 875K while the EX is at P1.05M (airbag + some other cosmetic stuff).

IMO - this is the best MPV to set food in the Philippines with its 2.0L CRDI VGT engine pumping out 140hp & 314Nm torque. For comparison, it almost has almost the output as Isuzu's 3.0L I-TEQ engine in the Alterra.

**niky** · May 24th, 2007 11:53 PM

The base gas version is about 800k or so. The only real competitor it has, locally, in terms of refinement and features is the Chevrolet/Opel Zafira. But the Zafira is older, smaller, and doesn't come with a diesel.

It's not as heavy duty or as large as an AUV, but it rides more like a car than any AUV, even the Innova.

It feels more upscale than the Innova inside, and the diesel engine is much more sophisticated. Seating flexibility is much better, as both the second and third row can fold completely flat.

It's still not very big, though... but if you're looking for a seven seater with a bit of class, nothing comes close to the Carens at this price... at least not until other manufacturers bring in their European sized MPVs.

**minero** · May 25th, 2007 08:14 AM

I saw one displayed last week at SM north by Kia Novaliches. Only gas model. Is the CRDi already available? If it is, I think 1.05 M is a great buy!

**iiinaslao** · May 25th, 2007 01:46 PM

Originally Posted by minero

I saw one displayed last week at SM north by Kia Novaliches. Only gas model. Is the CRDi already available? If it is, I think 1.05 M is a great buy!

diesel crdi now available the middle model is at 975k,

**ajoe11_03** · May 25th, 2007 09:45 PM

Originally Posted by niky

The base gas version is about 800k or so. The only real competitor it has, locally, in terms of refinement and features is the Chevrolet/Opel Zafira. But the Zafira is older, smaller, and doesn't come with a diesel.

It's not as heavy duty or as large as an AUV, but it rides more like a car than any AUV, even the Innova.

It feels more upscale than the Innova inside, and the diesel engine is much more sophisticated. Seating flexibility is much better, as both the second and third row can fold completely flat.

It's still not very big, though... but if you're looking for a seven seater with a bit of class, nothing comes close to the Carens at this price... at least not until other manufacturers bring in their European sized MPVs.

yeah, i agree there's no comparison for other mpv yet. the looks is superb, however phillipine market is a li'l hesistant to give it a try knowing it's a korean car.

**Blackraven** · May 25th, 2007 10:39 PM

Originally Posted by mazdamazda

The base model CRDi version is 875K while the EX is at P1.05M (airbag + some other cosmetic stuff).

IMO - this is the best MPV to set food in the Philippines with its 2.0L CRDI VGT engine pumping out 140hp & 314Nm torque. For comparison, it almost has almost the output as Isuzu's 3.0L I-TEQ engine in the Alterra.

Wow.

So kaparehas pala siya ng N22A1 diesel engine ng Honda (*140hp).

This is definitely way better than the cheap Innova PERIOD.

**eggman** · May 26th, 2007 11:35 AM

This MPV is so good kaya so far ok ang sales ng LX variant nito which is the best buy of the bunch..Better than the Innova and Crosswind?HECK YES!!!

**ripples** · May 26th, 2007 03:55 PM

the only problem keeping me from being too excited about the new carens is its too low ground clearance, i peeped through the floor, i can see the engine oil sump and measures barely 6 inches.

, -unloaded without passengers. We're 7 in the family, 4 kids and a nanny, and i dont think this MPV is for us.

**number001** · May 26th, 2007 05:06 PM

Originally Posted by ripples

the only problem keeping me from being too excited about the new carens is its too low ground clearance, i peeped through the floor, i can see the engine oil sump and measures barely 6 inches.

, -unloaded without passengers. We're 7 in the family, 4 kids and a nanny, and i dont think this MPV is for us.

We share the same concern regarding the ground clearance. Even with all the Innova's shortcomings, I really think the Innova is better suited to this country's potholed and sometimes flood-ridden roads.

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Even with extensive promos (free LTO, insurance, etc...) this month of May, I have only seen one Carens on the road and that was in front of Unimart in Greenhills.