QUOTE(AlOnE89 @ Sep 16 2018, 09:40 PM)
Hi guys, I'm in deep dilemma in choosing my first car and your kind advice is highly appreciated.
I've done a lot of research on cars in the past few months and have narrowed down a few options. But still, believe that you guys have greater insights so I would like to explore more alternatives as well.
Criteria:
1. Brand : Any brand
2. Budget : Below 80k
3. New/Used/Unreg : Preferred new, but used car with low maintenance and above year 2014/2015 is acceptable.
4. Specs : Airbags, ABS, etc (more safety features is preferred)
5. Transmission : Any
6. NA or FI : Any
7. Type : Sedan/ hatchback (prefer nimble size car, not larger than C segment)
8. Remarks
1. Cabin quality must be great in terms of comfort/ elegance, leather wrapped/ soft-touched is preferred.
2. NVH must be great & driving dynamic is a major concern.
3. Fuel consumption is not that important but it'll be a plus point to have
4. For New Car, I have Proton Iriz/ Persona, Kia Rio, New Myvi, Mazda 2 in mind.
Thank you in advance for your kind replies!
Bro, with that budget, you have plenty of options. I've done a lot of research on cars in the past few months and have narrowed down a few options. But still, believe that you guys have greater insights so I would like to explore more alternatives as well.
Criteria:
1. Brand : Any brand
2. Budget : Below 80k
3. New/Used/Unreg : Preferred new, but used car with low maintenance and above year 2014/2015 is acceptable.
4. Specs : Airbags, ABS, etc (more safety features is preferred)
5. Transmission : Any
6. NA or FI : Any
7. Type : Sedan/ hatchback (prefer nimble size car, not larger than C segment)
8. Remarks
1. Cabin quality must be great in terms of comfort/ elegance, leather wrapped/ soft-touched is preferred.
2. NVH must be great & driving dynamic is a major concern.
3. Fuel consumption is not that important but it'll be a plus point to have
4. For New Car, I have Proton Iriz/ Persona, Kia Rio, New Myvi, Mazda 2 in mind.
Thank you in advance for your kind replies!
If new car, kia rio is a good choice. The new persona is one to consider too. Ignore the mazda 2 if you're looking for cabin space but it does have good handling and a welt built interior compared to the other options on your list. I would also suggest the Vw vento. Price may be a little over your budget but it definitely meets your criteria.
If used car, you can find a 2014 altis, civic or even teana. Other options includes vios, City. My suggestion would be a second hand mazda 3 skyactive. It's a good car with nice interior and good handling. Not too sure bout the maintenance tho.