QUOTE(6UE5T @ Sep 12 2018, 01:28 AM)
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Indeed the tipping point has started.
Especially for the TM version, the regular ones haven't started yet but I can see 5's and 6's at same price point already.
Haven't tried the Merc's AMG version of CLA/A-class, though my bias is for the M3/M4
QUOTE(hidayat @ Sep 12 2018, 09:51 PM)
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IINM that one has the fuel guzzler 1.5L engine with 5AT gearbox combo.
QUOTE(d4rk_m4n @ Sep 12 2018, 10:56 PM)
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2014 Toyota Altis - the Altis would be on the maximum end of your budget and year make requirements but it will usually tick the boxes for C-segment (bigger size, comfort, better technology and better safety e.g. VSC), cheap to maintain and fuel saving for its class.
2014 Honda Jazz Hybrid - if you're not afraid of the Hybrid moniker then what you get to enjoy is Japan CBU export quality (seriously go touch and compare the inside of this to the regular Jazz, it is like the difference between Fazura and Sajat), it also has better technology and safety (like the extra seat belt for baby chair) and 8 airbags, but it is a B-segment and Hybrid so you might be afraid the Hybrid part might die....well actually the hybrid doesn't do much but help for acceleration and pickup so if it doesn't work the car still functions as a regular 1.3L engine and CVT gearbox....which is a decent combo if you're a single driver usually.
QUOTE(ylzdah @ Sep 13 2018, 11:04 AM)
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2016 Mazda 3 - TBH unless you're talking about serious hybrids like the Toyota Prius and BMW 330e most other hybrids are sort of like cheats to get around the government policies to reduce taxes for hybrid cars so manufacturers can sell them cheaper. Nissan's S-Hybrid, Honda's IMA and Mazda's E-Loop are just gimmicks imho -- the cars would work without the hybrid system. Which brings us to the topic of Skyactiv -- I've explained before this technology is Mazda's answer to real hybrids by improving the car design, engine and gearbox to a degree where it gives the same amount of range as a Hybrid without the complicated hybrid parts (and heavy battery). This is good for consumers because you have peace of mind it is a regular combustion engine no need to worry about replacing hybrid batteries, and good for governments because it is not a hybrid they get to tax you fully when you purchase it....win win? Anyway, buying used you don't have to worry about depreciation as this car is only within your budget because of it. it is fuel saving and sporty