"EVEREST CONCEPT
Arguably the star of the day was the global debut of the Everest Concept. A seven-seater off-roader, the Everest will be built in Thailand but has been designed and engineered in Australia, just like the Ranger. It could also be powered by the same 3.2-litre 147kW/470Nm turbo-diesel found in the Ranger.
Although a concept, it looks near production-ready, even though it will likely be two years before it makes it to Australia. It will arrive just as the locally produced Territory is stopped but Ford claims the Everest's off-road focus means it could co-exist with a new-generation, overseas-built Territory."
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I'd hate to think how much the RR will cost here in Thailand but the MU-X looks competitive and could become the class leader?
I don't know about the "class leader" possibility. It looks nice but the back is the same as the Chevy Trailblazer and both have a rear style similar to what the Mitsu Pajero Sport has had since it was introduced years ago. When Toyota finally comes out with a new look Fortuner I think that will probably jump to the lead once again. Pete
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I think it could depend on how long it takes for Toyota to introduce their new Fortuner - the longer they take the greater the risk that Isuzu get a foothold in this very competitive market - I'm sure Toyota realise this and hence they will try to make it ASAP. Still good for the customers to have a choice of decent motors.
There were a number of new models and facelift models launched in 2013. I believe that more may be on the horoizon.
My current company car is coming to the end of its lease in a couple of months and I am considering an SUV 7 (seater) as a replacement. With a constant stream of visitors, the 7 seater would be very useful and also for the numerous times that we buy something that simply will not fit into a saloon. I also like the elevated driving position and higher clearance which can be very useful driving around some of the local soi’s. My only leasing limitation will be price and therefore it needs to be locally manufactured (No Range Rover Discovery etc )
Ok so here are the questions.
What SUV would you recommend from the wide range available?
Which models can be serviced efficiently in HH or Cha Am?
Which models would you avoid and why?
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Bristolian wrote:There were a number of new models and facelift models launched in 2013. I believe that more may be on the horoizon.
My current company car is coming to the end of its lease in a couple of months and I am considering an SUV 7 (seater) as a replacement. With a constant stream of visitors, the 7 seater would be very useful and also for the numerous times that we buy something that simply will not fit into a saloon. I also like the elevated driving position and higher clearance which can be very useful driving around some of the local soi’s. My only leasing limitation will be price and therefore it needs to be locally manufactured (No Range Rover Discovery etc )
Ok so here are the questions.
What SUV would you recommend from the wide range available?
Which models can be serviced efficiently in HH or Cha Am?
Which models would you avoid and why?
Although I've not looked at it in the showroom, the reviews of the recently introduced Isuzu MU-X look favourable and the prices very competitive. I drive a Pajero Sport and whilst I am happy with it, if I were buying today, the Isuzu would definitely be a front runner to test - the safety aspects (Airbags and brakes) are definitely a step up on the Pajero.
The replacement to the Fortuner is due some time in 2014, but not sure when.
Personally, I would buy a Fortuner purely for the fact that it's basically a Hilux with their legendary Toyota reliability. I've had a Hilux for eight years now and it's never let me down, it's never been to the garage apart from servicing and it still drives like new. It's had a set of tyres and a new battery and that's about it, I've left it standing for three months before with the alarm turned on and it still started at the first turn of the key.
STEVE G wrote:Personally, I would buy a Fortuner purely for the fact that it's basically a Hilux with their legendary Toyota reliability. I've had a Hilux for eight years now and it's never let me down, it's never been to the garage apart from servicing and it still drives like new. It's had a set of tyres and a new battery and that's about it, I've left it standing for three months before with the alarm turned on and it still started at the first turn of the key.
I agree that the Fortuner is a good car although it's getting a bit long in the tooth, but if they introduce the expected replacement soon, it will no doubt be a serious contender, if not front-runner in the SUV category.
Whilst it's only 2.1/2 years old, my Pajero Sport has been faultless - my only concern with it is that it's safety features are 2nd rate - only driver/passenger airbags, rear drum brakes and no ABS.
The new Isuzu scored 5 stars from the ANCAP (Australian safety authority) and bristles with active and passive safety features.
Most of the manufacturers have their pdf brochure in English and display their price list. Unfortunately isuzu do not. I'll need to check at a dealer for prices.
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Bristolian wrote:Most of the manufacturers have their pdf brochure in English and display their price list. Unfortunately isuzu do not. I'll need to check at a dealer for prices.
I can't remember where I read it, but recall that prices started at just over 1 m and went up to just over 1.4 m, so reasonably competitive.
Bristolian wrote:Most of the manufacturers have their pdf brochure in English and display their price list. Unfortunately isuzu do not. I'll need to check at a dealer for prices.
I can't remember where I read it, but recall that prices started at just over 1 m and went up to just over 1.4 m, so reasonably competitive.
Just found this - Limited time offer 1,014,000 to 1,401,000 baht from 6th November onwards.
Bristolian wrote:Most of the manufacturers have their pdf brochure in English and display their price list. Unfortunately isuzu do not. I'll need to check at a dealer for prices.
I can't remember where I read it, but recall that prices started at just over 1 m and went up to just over 1.4 m, so reasonably competitive.
Just found this - Limited time offer 1,014,000 to 1,401,000 baht from 6th November onwards.
Thanks. Not knowing the specs yet to compare, the price range is almost identical to the Fortuner. Now there's a surprise
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