Sub Compact Crossover Budget 1M

[Ser Chief]

₱998k na lang ang Kona. Yan best price na nakuha ko.

[TheUninvited]

₱998k na lang ang Kona. Yan best price na nakuha ko.

It's very bare kase.

Kona might be the best choice here, but with PH specs, it's a downer.

Vitara GLX surely wins here.

Just wait for the facelifted version, turbo na lahat ng variants haha.

[hardwang]

It's very bare kase.

Kona might be the best choice here, but with PH specs, it's a downer.

Vitara GLX surely wins here.

Just wait for the facelifted version, turbo na lahat ng variants haha.

Bare is actually good for some people. Less gadgets, less expensive repairs in the future. The Kona actually is not that bare. Based on their website, it even has DRL and push button start which for some strange reason, some people have a real raging hard-on with those.

But then again, Hyundai has a reputation for scrimping in safety features... At least the Kona has 2 airbags.

[mccoy26]

₱998k na lang ang Kona. Yan best price na nakuha ko.

Would you mind sharing where you for that price? Very enticing. Thanks.

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[Ser Chief]

Would you mind sharing where you for that price? Very enticing. Thanks.

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Hyundai Commonwealth

[Ser Chief]

It's very bare kase.

Kona might be the best choice here, but with PH specs, it's a downer.

Vitara GLX surely wins here.

Just wait for the facelifted version, turbo na lahat ng variants haha.

How is it bare compared to the ones abroad with the same engine? What features is it lacking?

[Ser Chief]

Bare is actually good for some people. Less gadgets, less expensive repairs in the future. The Kona actually is not that bare. Based on their website, it even has DRL and push button start which for some strange reason, some people have a real raging hard-on with those.

But then again, Hyundai has a reputation for scrimping in safety features... At least the Kona has 2 airbags.

Not bad narin. Meron steering wheel control, cruise control, sport, normal and eco mode, push start, DRL, bluetooth, etc. Nakalimutan ko na yung iba. Ang bare lang talaga ng headunit. For 998k, I am really considering this. Kasi sa price na ganun ang mabibili ko lang for that price na ka segment niya is Xpander, Rush at BRV.

Baka benta ko na yung BMW kasi sakit ba sa bulsa ng parts at maintenance. Gusto ko rin na try mag Korean. Kasi gusto ko ng kotse na BMW performance, pero Toyota ang tibay. Tingin ko yung mga bagong Hyundai at Kia ganun. Kaya dream ko rin talaga ang Kia Stinger GT. Feel ko yun na yun fits the bill.

Tipid na tipid talaga pag naka ECO. Sobrang bilis naman pag baka Sports mode. I wish may 1. 6 Turbo dito, pero if meron, tingin ko 2.0 parin kukunin ko kasi less moving parts mas matibay. Ok rin yung unli mileage na 5 year warranty. I was also considering Vitara, pero may lumabas na na bago abroad so di ko na trip. Juke rin pala, ok sana kasi Japan CBU pero the style is not for me, at pinalitan na siya ng Kicks. Ok rin Jimny pero for me pang third car kasi yun at ang haba pa ng waiting list. Halos lahat rin ng reviews sa Youtube about sa Kona puro positive. Dami rin niya awards like #1 subcompact SUV. Talo Soul, CX3, CHR, HRV, Subaru Crosstek, etc. Although based yun sa 1.6 Turbo na di naman lumabas dito.

Ecosport rin pala ka segment at ka price nun. Pero sabi ng friend ko sarap daw sunugin kasi laging may sira. Hahaha! Tsaka mahal ng pyesa nun. Nakasabay ko EcoSport magpagawa ng aircon at palit compressor. Yung BMW 50k inabot, yung EcoSport 40k.

Ang ayoko lang sa Kona medyo matagtag siya. Sedan parin talaga siya. Pero halos lahat naman siguro ng ganun size at segment matagtag.

Check mo rin yung last gen ng Forester. Alam ko may fire sale kasi may bagong model na.

[sparc179]

Planning to get a crossover for daily home to office and 2-4 times a month out of town trips. I will probably get one by November. Leaning towards the Vitara but I need some expert opinions.

Thanks

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You may want to add the KIA Soul to your list

Considerations:

1. Budget is 1M ( 1.1M max)- Base model is 995K

2. Reliable and Fuel efficient - 1.6L VGT CRDi Diesel 128 hp * 4,000 rpm, 300 Nm * 1,750 rpm

3. At least 185mm ground clearance - only 160mm but light to drive, kind of like a sedan.

4. Easy to find parts - 5 year warranty or 160,000 Kms.

6. Can fit at least 4 people comfortably although I will be alone driving 80% of the time. Very roomy inside, you'd be surprised.

7. Has a large boot/rear storage capacity with 2nd row seats folded. If it can fit a 65" TV in a box thats great. -Rear folding seats, the rear boot sinks down so items don't slide out on their own.

8. No Rush/Expander types[emoji3] Totally agree with you here, avoid the headaches.

9. Comfortable to drive - Test drove one and it was like a roomier Jimny. Power steering is standard.


Just as suggestion because I had shortlisted this before I fell in love with it's elder sister, the Sporty.

Good hunting. Drive safe.

[mccoy26]

You may want to add the KIA Soul to your list

Considerations:

1. Budget is 1M ( 1.1M max)- Base model is 995K

2. Reliable and Fuel efficient - 1.6L VGT CRDi Diesel 128 hp * 4,000 rpm, 300 Nm * 1,750 rpm

3. At least 185mm ground clearance - only 160mm but light to drive, kind of like a sedan.

4. Easy to find parts - 5 year warranty or 160,000 Kms.

6. Can fit at least 4 people comfortably although I will be alone driving 80% of the time. Very roomy inside, you'd be surprised.

7. Has a large boot/rear storage capacity with 2nd row seats folded. If it can fit a 65" TV in a box thats great. -Rear folding seats, the rear boot sinks down so items don't slide out on their own.

8. No Rush/Expander types[emoji3] Totally agree with you here, avoid the headaches.

9. Comfortable to drive - Test drove one and it was like a roomier Jimny. Power steering is standard.


Just as suggestion because I had shortlisted this before I fell in love with it's elder sister, the Sporty.

Good hunting. Drive safe.

Is the Kia Soul still available? Just checked the PH website its not there.

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[sparc179]

Is the Kia Soul still available? Just checked the PH website its not there.

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Saw 2 on display at my local dealership when I picked up my unit last week sir.

[sparc179]

You're right, they're phasing it out for a newer model, the Stonic/ Seltos.

https://www.*****************/articl...tter-crossover

I guess you could get a better deal now, they must be rushing to sell them.

[Walter]

Does the Hyundai Kona have reverse sensors and 6 airbags?

[chronicle]

Saw 2 on display at my local dealership when I picked up my unit last week sir.

How much is the soul nowadays?

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[Egan101]

How much is the soul nowadays?

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Malamang inuubos na lang nila inventory nila at sigurado malaki discount nyan.

[sparc179]

How much is the soul nowadays?

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P995K SRP sir Chronicle. I will ask what the discount is.

Update:

The SA in KIA Pampanga says they can offer P50K cash discount, 3-year LTO and Huper Optik Tint.

They have 4 units left in stock, manual tranny, all-power windows and steering.

[chronicle]

P995K SRP sir Chronicle. I will ask what the discount is.

Update:

The SA in KIA Pampanga says they can offer P50K cash discount, 3-year LTO and Huper Optik Tint.

They have 4 units left in stock, manual tranny, all-power windows and steering.

Oh thanks. I guess the 50k discount is still not enough to entice buyers. Hehe.

Shame, the soul looks better compared to its competitors (except kona) but previous kia cant even capitalize on it
Maybe ayala will bring in the 3rd gen.

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[Ser Chief]

The 3rd Gen Soul looks really good.

Sa US ang Kona and Soul yung parang Vios nila dun. Kalat na kalat. Dami rin Nissan Rogue.