Mitsubishi ASX GLS 2.0L 2012 versus Tucson Theta II 2.0L GLS 2WD AT

**ghosthunter** · May 1st, 2012 11:23 PM

Originally Posted by GTi

Like what the others say, OK din yung base model Montero Sport. Mahal ang gasolina ngayon.

Etong dalawa lang ba ang pilian? If so, ano ang priorities and preferences mo? If you're more of the boy racer type, you'd probably like the ASX better. If you just want something stylish, spacious and comfy then the Tucson it is. I'd suggest you consider the Sportage as well. Really great looking car.

It is unfair to stereo-type ASX owners as "boy-racer types"... given that the ASX is spacious, comfy and has it's own kind of style. Plus the smooth suspension and CVT tranny.

**jut703** · May 2nd, 2012 02:07 AM

This is a bit out of topic, but since the discussion is about the ASX anyway, what is it with that car?

I remember a few months back, when it was new, everyone was like, "get a Lancer EX instead, that ASX is an SUV with the space of a subcompact" or "It's an SUV that isn't any more practical than a car" blah blah. I haven't really kept up with the forums over the past few months, but as I see it now, the ASX is getting the nod over the Tucson, which was, and I believe still is, one of the most recommended compact SUVs available locally.

I ask because I haven't gotten the chance to drive it, and I think it's one of the cars that was the first among the new set of crossovers (e.g. Subaru XV, Mazda CX-5) that are smaller than your typical Tucson-CRV-RAV4 set. I'm pretty traditional in the sense that I'd opt for a sedan or hatch if I didn't need the space, but I'd like to know what's in it with a "subcompact" SUV like the ASX.

**Brennt** · May 2nd, 2012 02:39 AM

1.3M yung ASX diba? i'll get the crdi tucson na lang kung tucson or asx ang pagpipilian... pero given the chance.. i'll get the montero or sportage instead :D

**Vertigo** · May 2nd, 2012 07:58 AM

Originally Posted by jut703

This is a bit out of topic, but since the discussion is about the ASX anyway, what is it with that car?

I remember a few months back, when it was new, everyone was like, "get a Lancer EX instead, that ASX is an SUV with the space of a subcompact" or "It's an SUV that isn't any more practical than a car" blah blah. I haven't really kept up with the forums over the past few months, but as I see it now, the ASX is getting the nod over the Tucson, which was, and I believe still is, one of the most recommended compact SUVs available locally.

I ask because I haven't gotten the chance to drive it, and I think it's one of the cars that was the first among the new set of crossovers (e.g. Subaru XV, Mazda CX-5) that are smaller than your typical Tucson-CRV-RAV4 set. I'm pretty traditional in the sense that I'd opt for a sedan or hatch if I didn't need the space, but I'd like to know what's in it with a "subcompact" SUV like the ASX.

My thoughts exactly.

**Prime A** · May 2nd, 2012 01:31 PM

Originally Posted by jut703

This is a bit out of topic, but since the discussion is about the ASX anyway, what is it with that car?

I remember a few months back, when it was new, everyone was like, "get a Lancer EX instead, that ASX is an SUV with the space of a subcompact" or "It's an SUV that isn't any more practical than a car" blah blah. I haven't really kept up with the forums over the past few months, but as I see it now, the ASX is getting the nod over the Tucson, which was, and I believe still is, one of the most recommended compact SUVs available locally.

If you dont lose in touch, you will not wonder!

There are many threads regarding Tucson which disappoint you even by reading.

Originally Posted by jut703

This is a bit out of topic, but since the discussion is about the ASX anyway, what is it with that car?

Originally Posted by Vertigo

My thoughts exactly.

Well, the handling is pretty nice, the design is right above average that fit to my taste, and the road doesnt have to much with this car!

**sachiel** · May 2nd, 2012 01:31 PM

I posted a 5 SUV shootout before. You can read the article as it gives unbiased reviews. The 5 SUVs are CRV, ASX, Tucson, Xtrail CVT and Peugeot.

**Prime A** · May 2nd, 2012 01:42 PM

Originally Posted by sachiel

I posted a 5 SUV shootout before. You can read the article as it gives unbiased reviews. The 5 SUVs are CRV, ASX, Tucson, Xtrail CVT and Peugeot.

That was a good review, but they did not include problems after a year just like the frustration of owners who suffer from different problems like a/c problem, brake & brake dust issue, central door lock, noise at the back...etc...

**renzo_d10** · May 2nd, 2012 01:51 PM

The Tucson isn't a bad choice, but it already became a mainstream preference. And if you read around, and as per experience since a relative owns one, the Theta II actually consumes a lot of fuel. Hence the reason why the ASX is now preferred.

Also, the looks of the ASX wasn't really appealing before. But as time pass, the design grows in you hence why it is always put into consideration today.

Don't get the Montero for god's sake. I`ll be betting my testicle montero's would flood the streets in month's time due to its very cheap base SRP.

**jut703** · May 2nd, 2012 02:17 PM

The price of the ASX GLS 4x2 is actually closer to the Tucson GL R-eVGT than the Theta II GLS, if I'm not mistaken (1.275M right?).

From the threads I've read about the Tucson, the GL CRDi doesn't seem to have as many issues as the Theta II GLS. And even with the GLS, the problems aren't as grave as the Toyota D4D problem a while back, or the recent Accent knocking issue. And even if the Tucson GLS is a tad more thirsty at the pump than the ASX, it's still cheaper, so it'd take a few years before the price difference is offset.

We're planning to get a Tucson GL CRDi within the year, since it's the only diesel compact SUV out there, and it's reasonably priced with all the necessary features for a car in this day and age. I've been kinda closed to the Tucson alone, primarily because of the diesel powerplant (fast and frugal), but would you still say that other SUVs in the market are better choices?

**renzo_d10** · May 2nd, 2012 02:23 PM

but would you still say that other SUVs in the market are better choices?

Depends on your needs. If you need extra 2 seats and a taller one, there's the cheap montero. If you need to be away from the mainstream choice, there's the X-Trail, Sportage, Escape or the ASX.