Sub Compact Crossover Budget 1M

[mccoy26]

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.

Considerations:

1. Budget is 1M ( 1.1M max)

2. Reliable and Fuel efficient

3. At least 185mm ground clearance

4. Easy to find parts

6. Can fit at least 4 people comfortably although I will be alone driving 80% of the time.

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.

8. No Rush/Expander types[emoji3]

9. Comfortable to drive

Thanks

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[17Sphynx17]

BRV, Ecosport Non-Ecoboost if Ford hasn't completely solved the Ecoboost issues (non-DCT), and Vitara are what comes to mind.

If you can stretch the budget, Mazda CX3 for just that more driver oriented car + stylish design.

Wildcard would be from the MG Stable since we don't know how it will fare long term here in our market. But I can't fault it in their design department as it looks polished as heck (design cues/styling) along with goodies for the price. ZS over the RX5 in my opinion though for the design. =)

[Egan101]

If I have 1.1M now, I would buy a Civic. It is a much better car than an Ecosport or Vitara or BRV. If you have the budget, get a Subaru XV.

If only Mitsubishi still sells the ASX, it is a good car for its discounted price of around 1.1M. I have no complaints with my ASX except it is not as quick or agile as my other ride.


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[mccoy26]

If I have 1.1M now, I would buy a Civic. It is a much better car than an Ecosport or Vitara or BRV. If you have the budget, get a Subaru XV.

If only Mitsubishi still sells the ASX, it is a good car for its discounted price of around 1.1M. I have no complaints with my ASX except it is not as quick or agile as my other ride.


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Civic is not a subcompact crossover. I need a ride with higher ground clearance.

[mccoy26]

Btw, l have watched PH reviews for the Vitara and Ecosport but I cannot find anything for the Hyundai Kona.

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[hardwang]

Btw, l have watched PH reviews for the Vitara and Ecosport but I cannot find anything for the Hyundai Kona.

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Hyundai Kona is a great choice. You get a bigger engine compared to ecosport and vitara. I’ve been seeing some on the road and they look pretty good. Although I’m not sure about its ground clearance.

I think ecosport has the highest ground clearance if that’s what you’re looking for. The facelifted ecosport is now a decent choice. It doesn’t have that s****y DCT anymore. Do not get the 1.0 ecoboost if you’re planning on keeping it for a long time though. The 1.5L will theoretically last longer.

How about the new jimny?

[Egan101]

Do not get the 1.0 ecoboost if you’re planning on keeping it for a long time though. The 1.5L will theoretically last longer.

Sir, why do you say so? It’s like saying turbo engines are not reliable.

The Ford 1.0L turbo engine has been recognized worldwide. I had no issues with mine before.

Or maybe you just had a bad experience with a turbo engine? No concerns naman with other turbo cars like Subaru, BMW, Audi, etc.


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[hardwang]

Sir, why do you say so? ItÂ’s like saying turbo engines are not reliable.

The Ford 1.0L turbo engine has been recognized worldwide. I had no issues with mine before.

Or maybe you just had a bad experience with a turbo engine? No concerns naman with other turbo cars like Subaru, BMW, Audi, etc.


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Turbos are great actually, they perform really well in my experience. But they have a drawback, pistons are more likely to be damaged by detonation. I think they might not be suited for casual drivers. You have to be careful with its maintenance, you have to know the right oil to use, know the fuel you use, keeping in mind to prevent carbon build up, being careful not to drive the engine hard too much, avoid short distance trips... I wouldnÂ’t expect them to outlast a NA engine especially a port injected one. However if one is meticulous with its maintenance, turbos will probably last long.

[Ser Chief]

I would go with Hyundai Kona.

[2lits17]

Turbos are great actually, they perform really well in my experience. But they have a drawback, pistons are more likely to be damaged by detonation. I think they might not be suited for casual drivers. You have to be careful with its maintenance, you have to know the right oil to use, know the fuel you use, keeping in mind to prevent carbon build up, being careful not to drive the engine hard too much, avoid short distance trips... I wouldnÂ’t expect them to outlast a NA engine especially a port injected one. However if one is meticulous with its maintenance, turbos will probably last long.

does it means buying a second hand turbo car is a big no no? like the Honda Civic RS?

[17Sphynx17]

Sir, why do you say so? It’s like saying turbo engines are not reliable.

The Ford 1.0L turbo engine has been recognized worldwide. I had no issues with mine before.

Or maybe you just had a bad experience with a turbo engine? No concerns naman with other turbo cars like Subaru, BMW, Audi, etc.


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I think this would be a good reference for the specific 1.0 Ecoboost engine.

Ford EcoBoost engine problems - Is your car at risk from engine fire fault? | Express.co.uk

Ford Ecoboost engine failures: customers to receive refunds | Autocar

But, that's why I also said in my post that if the OP finds this issue as still a persistent/present concern, he has the option to choose the Ecosport 1.5L that is a non Ecoboost model.

[mccoy26]

Hyundai Kona is a great choice. You get a bigger engine compared to ecosport and vitara. I’ve been seeing some on the road and they look pretty good. Although I’m not sure about its ground clearance.

I think ecosport has the highest ground clearance if that’s what you’re looking for. The facelifted ecosport is now a decent choice. It doesn’t have that s****y DCT anymore. Do not get the 1.0 ecoboost if you’re planning on keeping it for a long time though. The 1.5L will theoretically last longer.

How about the new jimny?

I have actually considered the Jimny but 85-90% of the time I'll be driving in the city. The Jimny is too bare for me with a 1M price tag.

Is the Kona that much better than the Vitara overall? I think its ground clearance is below 180mm. Other than the bigger engine, whats the advantage of the Kona vs the Vitara or Ecosport?

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[chronicle]

Not ph spec. But kona being compared to hrv and cx3 (which sits higher in pecking order compared tl vitara and ecosport).


Hyundai Kona vs Honda HR-V vs Mazda CX-3 2019 comparison review - YouTube

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[Walter]

The Suzuki Jimny will have much higher resale value than the Hyundai Kona or Suzuki Vitara.

[travajante]

The Suzuki Jimny will have much higher resale value than the Hyundai Kona or Suzuki Vitara.

Basing on how the previous gen holds....yes, this is true!

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[mccoy26]

The Suzuki Jimny will have much higher resale value than the Hyundai Kona or Suzuki Vitara.

May be right, but my priority is to be able to drive with comfort and practicality. Resale value is secondary. I might get a Jimny but a used one not with a brand new price tag.

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[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.

[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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[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.