Tough choice husband vs wife -- help us avoid marital dispute!

[Altwegg]

We are an OFW family but visit 1-2 times a year. Each visit is travel intensive in the sense that we hit the road all day everyday to visit friends, family, and attend events (good mix of urban and rural trips).

The upcoming tax increase has put us in a position where we are wanting to purchase a car of our own to keep for at least 15 years (all the cars in my family stay with us for 15 years at least).

The choices are down to the following, labelled the wife's choice as well:

HUSBAND: Mazda 6 wagon, Levorg
WIFE: Forester base, Tucson

Our most common ground is the Forester, but I am not "feeling" this because the body is quite dated and I'd rather wait for the next one to come out --- by which time it may be too late.

The Tucson is something I can run with, but I have heard that it comes with many issues after the 5 year mark, issues that servicing will have a hard time addressing (true?).

Given that these models leave me and my wife at an impasse, can you recommend a few that tick these boxes:

1. Less than 2M
2. Potentially timeless design -- won't look "old" in 10 years (I think the 06 Altis qualifies)
3. Quality - won't have nagging mechanical issues assuming we service on time all the time, and take proper care of the vehicle

Would be great to hear your thoughts on this!

[MR_BIG18]

my wife likes the levorg...i told her we'll wait for the 2.0 version

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[i.am.aids]

Test drive with wife driving the Mazda.

[Egan101]

When my wife and I were looking for another vehicle last year, I told her I was more looking for a replacement to our old Accord. I told her the Mazda6 sedan/wagon and the 9th gen Accord are some of the choices I am looking at. She was more interested on a CUV - Xtrail, CX5, or Forester. In the end, we agreed on a Forester XT.

[Egan101]

my wife likes the levorg...i told her we'll wait for the 2.0 version

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After asking the Motor Image folks a few months back, I don't think they will be bringing over the FA20-powered Levorg. It might eat up the sales of the Forester XT or WRX.

It would be good to have a choice of CUV, sedan, or wagon with the potent FA20 engine. However, wagons are not as appreciated locally as a sedan or CUV.

[Altis6453]

Just some things to consider when buying:

1. When NEW (0-3 years of ownership), most of the defects or problems of the car will be addressed by the dealer as part of the car's warranty unless it's caused by the fault of the owner.

2. Keeping the car for 15 years requires you to invest a lot in the car's maintenance and repairs and would likely increase each year after the warranty expires since you can't factor in certain incidents which may require extraordinary repairs.

3. For me, the "safest" in terms of looks would be the current gen Forester. But, no one would be able to say the design would withstand the test of time since looks and tastes by consumers also change over time.

Best of luck in choosing your ride.

[dr. d]

We are an OFW family but visit 1-2 times a year. Each visit is travel intensive in the sense that we hit the road all day everyday to visit friends, family, and attend events (good mix of urban and rural trips).

The upcoming tax increase has put us in a position where we are wanting to purchase a car of our own to keep for at least 15 years (all the cars in my family stay with us for 15 years at least).

The choices are down to the following, labelled the wife's choice as well:

HUSBAND: Mazda 6 wagon, Levorg
WIFE: Forester base, Tucson

Our most common ground is the Forester, but I am not "feeling" this because the body is quite dated and I'd rather wait for the next one to come out --- by which time it may be too late.

The Tucson is something I can run with, but I have heard that it comes with many issues after the 5 year mark, issues that servicing will have a hard time addressing (true?).

Given that these models leave me and my wife at an impasse, can you recommend a few that tick these boxes:

1. Less than 2M
2. Potentially timeless design -- won't look "old" in 10 years (I think the 06 Altis qualifies)
3. Quality - won't have nagging mechanical issues assuming we service on time all the time, and take proper care of the vehicle

Would be great to hear your thoughts on this!

my question to you is, what will the vehicle be iin between those visits of yours?
if no one will take care of it, my suggestion is not to buy a car. instead, hire your vehicle of choice whenever you come home. that way, you will not be encumbered with the travails of registration and insurance, maintenance and repair, on a car that you will seldom use.

[Altwegg]

my question to you is, what will the vehicle be iin between those visits of yours?
if no one will take care of it, my suggestion is not to buy a car. instead, hire your vehicle of choice whenever you come home. that way, you will not be encumbered with the travails of registration and insurance, maintenance and repair, on a car that you will seldom use.

Good question, and wise advice. I plan to have my dad use this as well since he drives a 16 year old car and has no plans of replacing it soon. Maintenance, well --- a new excuse to visit Manila more often

I've also never had the chance to buy my own car, so there's that too.

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Buy a new wife and get the car that you want. [emoji58]


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[_Cathy_]

The husband makes the decision.

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[confused shoes]

The husband makes the decision.

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Naku, kapag may issue ssasabihin ni wife, yan kasi! d

Dinala namin sa pustahan. TOTL Eve vs 2.0L Explorer(my choice). That was 2015. My wife is also familiar with cars and she insists there is no Mazda 3 hatch. "Kung may nakita kang hatch, kuhanin natin yang Explorer."

[Altwegg]

Naku, kapag may issue ssasabihin ni wife, yan kasi! d

Dinala namin sa pustahan. TOTL Eve vs 2.0L Explorer(my choice). That was 2015. My wife is also familiar with cars and she insists there is no Mazda 3 hatch. "Kung may nakita kang hatch, kuhanin natin yang Explorer."

Pwede ito ah :D

[Egan101]

*Altwegg - I guess it is best to find a common ground with your wife, a choice you will be both be happy with. Ask yourself what you want with a Mazda6 or Levorg wagon and ask your wife what she wants with a Forester or Tucson. If you can find a vehicle that answers all your requirements, then go for it.

[Lew_Alcindor]

15 years is a very long time. ditch your choices and get a Toyota.

[Altwegg]

15 years is a very long time. ditch your choices and get a Toyota.

I've only ever had Toyotas in my stable (3 corollas, Prado (still with us, turning 20 this year), Tamaraw, Rav4). I figure it is time for a change.

[Stigg ma]

I've only ever had Toyotas in my stable (3 corollas, Prado (still with us, turning 20 this year), Tamaraw, Rav4). I figure it is time for a change.

nice, after giving you a lot of reliable years then you decide that its time for a change...

[Egan101]

How about the Outback? It's a Legacy platform with the ground clearance of the Forester.

[bongliza]

15 years is a very long time. ditch your choices and get a Toyota.

agree... T badge for long term ownership.

[minicarph]

grabe maghihiwalay dahil lang sa kotse.

[confused shoes]

I think your case is not between the choice of the wife or the husband but for practicality at madaling i-maintain.

Your options can only carry 4 adults, 5 kung maliliit. For you, the wife and the kids. Sometimes, kung mamamasyal gusto din sumama si tatay or a relative. Since dad may be taking care of it, mas mainam yung alam nyang pagpipindutin ang mga buttons.