Need help choosing a bigger ride for my growing family

[dennison]

My family is growing and we need a bigger ride. Order of priority is as follows:

1. Room - from what I've seen, crossovers and AUV/SUV should be ok for our needs. Reclining chairs so we can fit a bigger cargo from time to time is a plus.

2. Value for money - favor features like good ac / ventilation, better quality parts, better interiors, and features and lower maintenance cost over cosmetics.

3. Maintenance and serviceability - drive and forget, I don't have time to maintain it apart from annual maintenance.

Thanks in advance.

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[StockEngine]

budget bro?

innova or mux?

also annual maintenance is wrong. 6mo dapat for oil and air filters. especially if daily driven in dirty metro manila

[timtonymanu]

My family is growing and we need a bigger ride. Order of priority is as follows:

1. Room - from what I've seen, crossovers and AUV/SUV should be ok for our needs. Reclining chairs so we can fit a bigger cargo from time to time is a plus.

2. Value for money - favor features like good ac / ventilation, better quality parts, better interiors, and features and lower maintenance cost over cosmetics.

3. Maintenance and serviceability - drive and forget, I don't have time to maintain it apart from annual maintenance.

Thanks in advance.

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Based on the criteria you gave, the safest bet would be to go with a diesel Innova AT.
And as Stockengine had mentioned, you should have your vehicle serviced (maintained) at least every six months.

Btw, how much is your budget, sir?

[makelovenotwar]

Honda Mobilio
Isuzu Mux 1.9
Toyota Innova

[sparc179]

Based on your requirements, the Innova gets my vote as well. You can't go wrong with one of Toyota's best sellers for many years.

Don't get the Rush, you'll just be disappointed.

[dennison]

Based on your requirements, the Innova gets my vote as well. You can't go wrong with one of Toyota's best sellers for many years.

Don't get the Rush, you'll just be disappointed.

What's about the Rush do you find disappointing?

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[sparc179]

What's about the Rush do you find disappointing?

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1. Lack of power, a 1.5 NA gas engine is woefully slow.
2. Comfort, they made them too high, good ground clearance but you sacrifice on the ride quality.
Also, it feels cramped for a 7 seater, when compared with an Innova.
3. Long term reliability is not yet established. We don't know yet, until a few more years on the road.

I'm also in the market but might be opting for the new KIA Sportage if the SAs get their act together.

Good luck in your search. Let us know how it works out.

[dennison]

Honda Mobilio
Isuzu Mux 1.9
Toyota Innova

Many people rave about the Mux, rode one several times but I don't get it, what's so good about it? Not being sarcastic, genuine question.

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[dennison]

Based on the criteria you gave, the safest bet would be to go with a diesel Innova AT.
And as Stockengine had mentioned, you should have your vehicle serviced (maintained) at least every six months.

Btw, how much is your budget, sir?

Thanks for the advice. Under 1m if possible, I am ok with 3-5 year old model.

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[17Sphynx17]

Thanks for the advice. Under 1m if possible, I am ok with 3-5 year old model.

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You could try and check out Toyota Pre-owned then for an Innova that would fit the bill for sub 1m php.

It might not be a 3 year old G trim, I think it would fit as an E trim though. Really depends on Toyota CPO (certified pre-owned). You'd have to be the one to call per branch though in your area of convenience.

[aNthraxx]

The MUX would be a good choice. Looked at 1 yesterday and was amazed how bang for the buck it is.

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[StockEngine]

The MUX would be a good choice. Looked at 1 yesterday and was amazed how bang for the buck it is.

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both lowend mux and innova are ok choices but the list of compromises is a head scratcher.

[dennison]

both lowend mux and innova are ok choices but the list of compromises is a head scratcher.

What compromises are these?

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[xxxpinpointxxx]

Take a look at the Xpander GLS. Its good value for money. Or the Monty GLX 6speed manual, if you dont mind driving with a stick.

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[dennison]

Take a look at the Xpander GLS. Its good value for money. Or the Monty GLX 6speed manual, if you dont mind driving with a stick.

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Will check it out ... I guess I should have stated that I wanted AT. Thanks!

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[Shutterbug]

How big is the family now? Number of kids.. yayas.. extended family... planning to have more kids?

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[dennison]

How big is the family now? Number of kids.. yayas.. extended family... planning to have more kids?

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3 adults, 1-2 kids

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[GTi]

Thanks for the advice. Under 1m if possible, I am ok with 3-5 year old model.

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3 adults, 1-2 kids

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If 3rd row will be used only for short trips or emergencies, then an SUV or MPV will be fine. But if you will employ the services of the 3rd row plus additional cargo space regularly, then van it is.

If you need a bigger vehicle, might I suggest the previous gen Carnival. Absolutely cavernous interior space for 8 full sized adults and their cargo. Follow the recommended maintenance intervals and it will serve you well.

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[dennison]

If 3rd row will be used only for short trips or emergencies, then an SUV or MPV will be fine. But if you will employ the services of the 3rd row plus additional cargo space regularly, then van it is.

If you need a bigger vehicle, might I suggest the previous gen Carnival. Absolutely cavernous interior space for 8 full sized adults and their cargo. Follow the recommended maintenance intervals and it will serve you well.

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SUV / MPV it is

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[GTi]

SUV / MPV it is

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Then I suppose the Innova is the next best option. The short hood means it has bigger cabin space versus similarly sized SUVs. If you need to carry lots of cargo and more than 5 passengers though, you may have to fold up one of the 3rd row seats.

The advantage of this car though is the inexhaustible supply of parts and accessories, along with rock solid resale value.

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