FOTON'S VIEW TRAVELLER... anyone?

[battouter]

My only concern is safety. Any reports or reviews we can see online about how it scores with regards to it safety with collisions? Baka pag madisgrasya tayo nito, walang matitira sa kotse. LOL.

[niky]

My only concern is safety. Any reports or reviews we can see online about how it scores with regards to it safety with collisions? Baka pag madisgrasya tayo nito, walang matitira sa kotse. LOL.

Well, we have a review here:

http://www.topgear.com.ph//drives/re...ler?ref=latest


As for safety, no forward-control van will meet NCAP requirements. It may be possible for the Traveller to meet Japanese FC-specific crash requirements, since it's basically a Grandia chassis clone, but don't expect it to be as safe as a car.

At least not for the driver.

[danrd]

Well, we have a review here:

http://www.topgear.com.ph//drives/re...ler?ref=latest


As for safety, no forward-control van will meet NCAP requirements. It may be possible for the Traveller to meet Japanese FC-specific crash requirements, since it's basically a Grandia chassis clone, but don't expect it to be as safe as a car.

At least not for the driver.

As for safety. The Japan made GL Grandia only has one airbag for the driver only, while the China made Traveller has 2 airbags. One for the driver and one for the passenger as well. Talk about getting your money's worth. Can't really understand why Toyota didn't make one airbag for the passenger considering it's price tag.

[danrd]

Had a chance to test drive a new unit at Balintawak branch last Monday. And my thoughts are pretty much the same as the reviews of many who have tried. Sitting at the driver seat is really nice and you have a great front view and a wide one on both side view mirrors. The first thing I noticed was the very quiet interior once we all shut the doors. I think the van is well insulated. It is Big and beautiful. Dash controls are simple and the aircon could really knock you out nicely. Clutch and shifting is still quite stiff maybe because it is still new. But I like the small clearance on its shifting. Gives less stress on that part. The van rides smoothly when we were still on the rough spots of A.Bonifacio. This was considering we were only 5 in the van. Rides nicely. They allowed me to take it from Balintawak til Marilao exit. Then I got the chance to go faster when we got past the toll both. I liked the engine acceleration response. You definitely have enough horsepower you'll need. This van is gaining a lot of points for me. All I need is it's assurance of parts availability outside the casa.

[monmendoza]

Had a chance to test drive a new unit at Balintawak branch last Monday. And my thoughts are pretty much the same as the reviews of many who have tried. Sitting at the driver seat is really nice and you have a great front view and a wide one on both side view mirrors. The first thing I noticed was the very quiet interior once we all shut the doors. I think the van is well insulated. It is Big and beautiful. Dash controls are simple and the aircon could really knock you out nicely. Clutch and shifting is still quite stiff maybe because it is still new. But I like the small clearance on its shifting. Gives less stress on that part. The van rides smoothly when we were still on the rough spots of A.Bonifacio. This was considering we were only 5 in the van. Rides nicely. They allowed me to take it from Balintawak til Marilao exit. Then I got the chance to go faster when we got past the toll both. I liked the engine acceleration response. You definitely have enough horsepower you'll need. This van is gaining a lot of points for me. All I need is it's assurance of parts availability outside the casa.

My brother has a Foton truck, 1 month after purchase, the master brake cylinder leaked under warrantty and was replaced. The clutch needs to be replaced after 15000 kms. The worst part is that no available parts. He vowed never to buy Foton again.

[danrd]

I have met some and spoke most to through a local Traveller owner's group. I have been hearing more positive feedbacks. Can't seem to find negative ones. Some have broken down parts but eventually they can easily find replacements. A good replacement in the end because it turns out that almost all components are GL Grandia compatible.

[StockEngine]

I have met some and spoke most to through a local Traveller owner's group. I have been hearing more positive feedbacks. Can't seem to find negative ones. Some have broken down parts but eventually they can easily find replacements. A good replacement in the end because it turns out that almost all components are GL Grandia compatible.

Foton will be assembling these vehicles locally.. including the trucks i believe. Hopefully they provide good after sales service.

[danrd]

Foton will be assembling these vehicles locally.. including the trucks i believe. Hopefully they provide good after sales service.

Well they ought to. If they are willing to take the deep dive in the Philippine Market.

[StockEngine]

Well they ought to. If they are willing to take the deep dive in the Philippine Market.

I think they will be good. The oil change interval for the toplander is class leading. huge savings for the owners. Not sure if the oil change interval for the van is the same with the pickup/suv.

Fb and other media outlets somewhat help consumers. Hopefully they deliver what they promise.

[dct]

Owners can be assured that foton has serious business here. Yan ang kinakatakot ng iba e. Na baka iwan sila sa ere gaya ng chery

[niky]

I have met some and spoke most to through a local Traveller owner's group. I have been hearing more positive feedbacks. Can't seem to find negative ones. Some have broken down parts but eventually they can easily find replacements. A good replacement in the end because it turns out that almost all components are GL Grandia compatible.

The one issue I've heard about is cooling. Apparently, since the 2.8 is a lot more powerful than the original 2.5 Toyota engine, the cooling system needs to be bolstered... probably adding an extra auxiliary fan is necessary if you drive in traffic a lot.

But this is only from one owner... have yet to hear of any other complaints.

[danrd]

The one issue I've heard about is cooling. Apparently, since the 2.8 is a lot more powerful than the original 2.5 Toyota engine, the cooling system needs to be bolstered... probably adding an extra auxiliary fan is necessary if you drive in traffic a lot.

But this is only from one owner... have yet to hear of any other complaints.

Yeah I also heared about that when I spoke to a driver at Ilocos. One driver was telling a story that a Traveller down in Zamboanga overheated because the driver didn't notice that the cooling fan failed (maybe he's not monitoring his temp guage). So the common general solution by the owners who heared that story was making a dedicated electrical line for that specific fan to prevent it from failing.

But I think it was an isolated case. 9 out of 10 owners that I spoke to doesn't even know that type of problem. Their units are running fine 2 and 3 years running at 100k and some are already at 190k mileage.

[niky]

Yeah I also heared about that when I spoke to a driver at Ilocos. One driver was telling a story that a Traveller down in Zamboanga overheated because the driver didn't notice that the cooling fan failed (maybe he's not monitoring his temp guage). So the common general solution by the owners who heared that story was making a dedicated electrical line for that specific fan to prevent it from failing.

But I think it was an isolated case. 9 out of 10 owners that I spoke to doesn't even know that type of problem. Their units are running fine 2 and 3 years running at 100k and some are already at 190k mileage.

Good to know! Still, my advice would be to not run at high loads for long periods of time, and to occassionally check the condition of the fans. Cooling is always a problem with mid-engined vans with bigger motors.

[danrd]

Good to know! Still, my advice would be to not run at high loads for long periods of time, and to occassionally check the condition of the fans. Cooling is always a problem with mid-engined vans with bigger motors.

As in most cases as well with other brands.

[glenn manikis]

I have a friend who bought a bnew Foton van, when it was newly introduced sa market.. Ayun.. Puro Sira na.. And walang mabileng parts.. The tranny also failed.. And it cost an arm and a leg..!! Head lights, tail lights almost all parts, mahal daw.. Kasi sa Casa Lang may nabibile pero wlang stock..

[glenn manikis]

Inside madaling maluma yung interior.. Mga upuan are all worn out.. Doors are all loose.. The last time I saw his van, was a year ago... I'm referring to the first Foton van ha.. Old hiace look..

[danrd]

Inside madaling maluma yung interior.. Mga upuan are all worn out.. Doors are all loose.. The last time I saw his van, was a year ago... I'm referring to the first Foton van ha.. Old hiace look..

Yes owners of that model really admit that the poor quality of the vehicle as a whole. However, the new model (2013) and up has improved. I also noticed that the paint finish quality of the 2016 series has improved.

[bobdetondo]

mga sir,, kamusta na po ang foton traveller? sa mga meron po ano ang masasabi ninyo?, meron kasi ako naka usap na driver ng traveller,, sabi niya may mga minor problem,power window,, ilaw, etc,, , pro sa 1yr niyang gamit ok naman daw ang hatak ng makina ,,maaasahan daw sa mga paahon,, aircon malamig pro may kaingayan daw,, ang major problem daw yung brake niya,, kapus daw lagi,,kelangan malayo pa naapak kana daw dapat,, yun ang pansin niya sa 1yr na gamit niya,, salamat po,,

[iboyman]

Good day! What happened to the owners of Foton View Traveller? Its been 5 months since may nag post dito. Ask ko lang kung anong class Ang van Na ito pag pasok sa express way? Class 1 ba o class 2 Na? Salamat po sa sasagot

[curacha_101]

Good day! What happened to the owners of Foton View Traveller? Its been 5 months since may nag post dito. Ask ko lang kung anong class Ang van Na ito pag pasok sa express way? Class 1 ba o class 2 Na? Salamat po sa sasagot

Class 1 to chief.