ermm..how about the handling for rexton?i've already test drive for exora,for me it is good enough..if i want to drive like crazy then should go for sedan and bikin2 itu kereta..

rexton attracted me too due to his low market price now + it is 7 seaters.

Rexton maintenance cost is very high..once I saw somebody bring his rexton to nissan service centre to change engine oil but the mechanic don't know how to do it...so if u opt for rexton u must know a good rexton mechanic..now sang yong under mahindra

You are right. Parts are expensive because SC is charging 2X~3X highers. With RextonHub established, we have direct contact with parts wholesaler and parts supplier, locally or from Korea directly.

Most of the common problem are caused by poor maintenance and wrong diagnosis done by inexperienced workshop that do not have the right tools, skills and experience with such luxury SUV, just like not every workshop can handle  Mercs.

RX270XDI has much better FC that can easily get 600km with RM120 fuel on city drive and 700~750km on highway drive within legal speed limit. With ever increasing price of petrol, the FC is as cheap as sedan.

Currently, we are active at http://forum.autoworld.com.my/index.php?showforum=117 but will be migrating to our own forum at RextonHub.com soon. Can post any questions or issues related to Rexton there, we have Technical Advisor and a group of active owners interacting actively.

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Added on May 31, 2011, 2:39 am

RX280 is older model with 4 speed. If you really wanted petrol, should go for RX320 that comes with 5 speed if you don't mind higher road tax.

But the best choice is RX270XDI that has higher torque, much refined than older model, better FC, newer engine and transmission. Test drive one or read our forum to know more details.

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Added on May 31, 2011, 2:45 am

I have tested drive Exora last year when it was launched not long. To avoid being labeled as biased, I suggest those interested buyers to test drive in following condition

1. Get 5 adults + 2 kids (that's what 7 seaters MPV meant for) on board. Try to time the acceleration from 0 ~ 50kmh, see if you can get within 8 sec.

2. Then cruise at 80kmh and try to push to 120kmh, time the acceleration and RPM that you getting. The higher RPM you get will be higher the FC.

With these 2 simple and basic test, you will know if the car is underpower or not. Can test on any straight flat road, don't need to climb hill or with heavy luggages or 7 adults.

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Added on May 31, 2011, 2:47 am

Please be welcome to attend any of the RextonHub gathering to try if any of the Rexton's bunyi engine kuat macam ape, you will get to enjoy a free lunch too.

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Added on May 31, 2011, 2:50 am

Why would that somebody go to nissan service center to service Rexton? Obviously, they do not have the experience and right tools to do the job. Would you drive a Mercs to Proton SC for servicing?

With panel workshop and SC establised in all major cities, shouldn't be any problem to handle most of the issues. If not, plenty Mercs workshop can handle as well.

You are getting a Merc technology and luxury at a fraction of its cost, why not?

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Added on May 31, 2011, 2:54 am

All korean cars depreciate badly, hopefully this improve over time as Korean branding and demand has been increasing over the years. Korean brands are doing very well in Europe, US and UK which helps to improve local sentiment too. New Korean model like Hyundai Tuscon and Sonata is selling like hot cake with 3~6 months waiting time, something unseen previously.

RX290 power could be not as good but if well maintained it is good workhorse. Rexton RX270XDI has much better power. Original stock condition is getting 13 sec for 0~100 and remap one could get 10~11 sec. Power is ever ready for you to push.

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Added on May 31, 2011, 2:59 am

Caltex Delo 400 that is meeting the requirement of CI-4 is available at all Caltex petrol station, not difficult to get. Can also buy thru the Hub.

Why dirty your hand and go under carriage if you can just pay RM20~RM30 for workshop to replace them?

Only RX290 need to pump ATF from under carriage but if you have the right tools, it is not that hard. This is the same for lots of older diesel engine too. RX270XDI is just topping up from engine cabin like any other car. If the workshop has ATF Recyling Machine, they can just suck, flush and replace new ATF oil easily.

I maybe luckier than you. I found Caltex Delo 400 right on the first Caltex Petrol Station in Sea Park, though I rarely in PJ/KL. Hub do not carry Caltex Delo 400 because Titan HPE Ultra 15W40 meeting the spec of MB 228.3/229.1 .
Not all SC are good and we have received feedback from members that some are even worse. That's why we established panel SC and workshop that we recommend members to go.
There are more complaints on RX290, can't blame it for 1990s technologies. That's why its price drop to RM30k~RM40k for 2002/2003. The engine is from Musso generation that was manufactured since mid 90s.
RX290 is indeed underpowered but if you take similar diesel engine of the same age, they are all at about the same range. If one has a budget, we always recommend them going for RX270XDI. If not, what SUV could you get for RM30k~RM40k. 12 years old Pajero any better? BTW, Vector Tunebox doesn't work with RX290?
Of course, anyone are free to share their viewpoints. One view could be inaccurate but if all the members share the same view, it can't be far from fact.