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Introduction:
First of all, Hello to everybody and this is my first post in the forums altough I sparingly participated in the introduction threads. Iam honoured to be here and I thank everybody for making the TAI as strong and informative. Iam not good at writing or expressing my thoughts. So, kindly bear with it.
My Ownership with Ford Figo: Well, back to my topic, Currently I own Ford Figo Titanium Diesel Diesel which I've bought in March 2012 and drove on it nearly 19,000 Kms. This is my first car and my experience with figo was fascinating and I loved every moment in it. My family members also loved it. But on some personal reasons, Iam going to sell it off this month.
So, I now have to look for a new car. Since I already experienced with Figo with many good features like good engine, Boot space, Chilled AC, Good Music System with Blutooth, Airbags and ABS etc, I wanted a car with almost similar featured, If Not, More.
Test Drives and Other Options: Recently I test drived Toyota Etios Liva, Hyundai i20 Diesel, Cheverlet Beat, Sail Uva, Ford Eco Sport etc. I didn't liked Liva for its taxi kind of interiors and bad suspension. Beat and Sail are okay but overall, I don't find any great than figo in them. Ecosport diesel version is very good but then I thought it would look too sporty and may not fit for my routine use. I liked Hyundai i20 diesel version a lot for its comfort and driving experience. But then, ABS and Airbags are available only on higher versions which are too costly at the moment.
I almost decided to get Hyundai i20 Asta Petrol. But then think about whether its worth or not since it is said to be Underpowered engine (Sofar, I didn't had a chance to drive this one, although I had drived diesel version which is very good IMO).
My Other Options are Honda Amaze Diesel 1.5 SMT i-DTEC which is IMO, most valued for our money although it doesn't have airbags, blutooth and no service in my town. But on the positive side, it has ABS, great mileage at an affordable price. Iam also thinking about Ford Classic 1.6 Duratec CLXi /Titanium petrol versions.
Moreover, iam in a dilemma whether I should opt for the current exchange offers or should I wait until December when we usually flood with too many discount offers and freebies. Or should I live without car until new Honda Jazz version to be released in 2014? Confusion and Confusion. So, I need your valuable thoughts and suggestions.
In a glance,
My Budget: Rs.6 – 7 Lakhs On Road Price. (But can be stretched uto to 9 Lakhs)
New or Used: New Car
Your Location: Andhra Pradesh, India
Top Five Priorities: Good Engine, Safety, Comfort, Low Maintenance, Design, Luggage Space.
Monthly Running: Between 800 – 1,500 Kms
Type of Fuel: Petrol/Diesel
For What Purpose: Mostly to Office and occasionally to other places like in the weekends.
Seating Capacity: Maximum 5 Adults
Type of Segment: (Hatchbak/Sedan)
Thank You in advance. :)
First of all, Hello to everybody and this is my first post in the forums altough I sparingly participated in the introduction threads. Iam honoured to be here and I thank everybody for making the TAI as strong and informative. Iam not good at writing or expressing my thoughts. So, kindly bear with it.
My Ownership with Ford Figo: Well, back to my topic, Currently I own Ford Figo Titanium Diesel Diesel which I've bought in March 2012 and drove on it nearly 19,000 Kms. This is my first car and my experience with figo was fascinating and I loved every moment in it. My family members also loved it. But on some personal reasons, Iam going to sell it off this month.
So, I now have to look for a new car. Since I already experienced with Figo with many good features like good engine, Boot space, Chilled AC, Good Music System with Blutooth, Airbags and ABS etc, I wanted a car with almost similar featured, If Not, More.
Test Drives and Other Options: Recently I test drived Toyota Etios Liva, Hyundai i20 Diesel, Cheverlet Beat, Sail Uva, Ford Eco Sport etc. I didn't liked Liva for its taxi kind of interiors and bad suspension. Beat and Sail are okay but overall, I don't find any great than figo in them. Ecosport diesel version is very good but then I thought it would look too sporty and may not fit for my routine use. I liked Hyundai i20 diesel version a lot for its comfort and driving experience. But then, ABS and Airbags are available only on higher versions which are too costly at the moment.
I almost decided to get Hyundai i20 Asta Petrol. But then think about whether its worth or not since it is said to be Underpowered engine (Sofar, I didn't had a chance to drive this one, although I had drived diesel version which is very good IMO).
My Other Options are Honda Amaze Diesel 1.5 SMT i-DTEC which is IMO, most valued for our money although it doesn't have airbags, blutooth and no service in my town. But on the positive side, it has ABS, great mileage at an affordable price. Iam also thinking about Ford Classic 1.6 Duratec CLXi /Titanium petrol versions.
Moreover, iam in a dilemma whether I should opt for the current exchange offers or should I wait until December when we usually flood with too many discount offers and freebies. Or should I live without car until new Honda Jazz version to be released in 2014? Confusion and Confusion. So, I need your valuable thoughts and suggestions.
In a glance,
My Budget: Rs.6 – 7 Lakhs On Road Price. (But can be stretched uto to 9 Lakhs)
New or Used: New Car
Your Location: Andhra Pradesh, India
Top Five Priorities: Good Engine, Safety, Comfort, Low Maintenance, Design, Luggage Space.
Monthly Running: Between 800 – 1,500 Kms
Type of Fuel: Petrol/Diesel
For What Purpose: Mostly to Office and occasionally to other places like in the weekends.
Seating Capacity: Maximum 5 Adults
Type of Segment: (Hatchbak/Sedan)
Thank You in advance. :)