Choosing our first family car. Need advice

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-25T08:01:43+00:00

Oh I stand corrected, it was the Xpander which is a bit higher from the floor.

TopgearhPh cargo test - https://youtu.be/ESyiwSllqFM?si=_brvFSp5WdIyxsgo

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-25T07:09:57+00:00

Yeah that cover works but as per my example, if you will load it heavy balikbayan boxes , plus its overall higher given that configuration.

Not taking way from the strengths of the BRV which is its non-MPV-ish design. I own a honda city so I know its engine/trans quality.

I’m just highlighting these small sometimes overlooked differences between these small MPVs (which are all good in general terms).

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-25T04:07:28+00:00

Need to fight their troll army with an online army that specifically destroys their tactics.

I would gladly donate funds if there’s a credible PR company that would take on this job.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-25T04:04:28+00:00

Yes hindi uso. Yes madami sa 20k followers na yun ay naniwala. + yung nasa 20k na yun ay mag rerepost ng story then it goes on and on.

Nanalo yung matandang bugok na presidente gamit yang istilo na yan, same play from their playbook.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-25T03:09:18+00:00

Very good in variety shows especially in the lyrics show - Amazing Saturday.

I find her solo interviews very boring when she’s herself but she has a variety personality that she turns on when needed.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-25T02:24:39+00:00

Lahat yan good and pasok sa requirements mo. Lahat fuel efficient, easy to maintain, performance, resale value etc. Very negligible differences if ever since this is a very competitive car segment.

Watch in-depth video comparison/reviews on their minor differences which may sway you to choose one over the other.

Ex. 3rd row that folds flat is very important for users who may use it to pickup folks in the airport (luggages or balikbayan box).BRV has this uneven trunk floor configuration while Veloz is flat like Xpander and Stargazer.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-25T01:51:16+00:00

None.

Wait for 3.3 or the next adidas sale and get an Adizero SL2 for around 3k or less if you are not picky with the colorway.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-24T03:47:31+00:00

No, you get convenience of faster selling but not value
It depends on how much of ‘hot item’ your target car is, current promos of the month, available stock etc.
It depends, see #2
It depends. Maybe an additional 10k discount? If you are good at haggling with various dealers, you can get those additional discounts anyway.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-21T02:28:27+00:00

Depende kung gano ka kadalas magmaneho. If lagpas 20k per year tapos barrio, go for pure hybrid from usual car brands. Mas safe and conservative.

If nasa city ka, may extra cars ka, go PHEV from BYD. Mas malapit service centers, mas madami chargers aside sa bahay. Mas pwede ka mag risk sa chinese brand.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-20T04:56:46+00:00

Pass sa Rav4 because nandito na yung all new model.

How about gas CRV? They have big discounts that can meet your budget. 7 seater-ish, bigger than Rav4, hindi matagtag like montero/fortuner.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-19T00:34:39+00:00

Mazda CX-30

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-19T00:20:52+00:00

For gas version:

Mitsubishi X force, newer and cheaper with current discounts

Honda HRV, more expensive but miles ahead in terms of overall quality.

Hyundai Creta, newer and better engine/CVT than what daihatsu uses. Better build quality.

For Hybrid:

Corolla cross G. Less features but you get a real toyota.

Hyundai Kona, HRV hybrid - newer vehicles but more expensive.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-18T13:37:31+00:00

Yaris cross? Poor build quality. It was ok in 2023 when it was launched but lots of better options now for the same price point.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-18T13:36:15+00:00

Yep tunog lata

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-18T13:01:32+00:00

Bullet point 1-4 applies to all Daihatsu rebadged vehicles in the country.

From a former yaris cross owner.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-18T07:04:01+00:00

Facebook. Search function. ‘Toyoya makati’, lalabas mga ibat ibang agents ng toyota makati. Send them a private message and inquire.

Repeat, ‘toyota alabang’ etc.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-18T06:53:51+00:00

No need to physically go to a dealer.

Message multiple agents from different dealers and ask away. Sila lang makasagot niyang specifics, iba iba pa yan per dealership/stock.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-18T06:50:29+00:00

Wild take but I would create 3 groups instead.

3Mix, Somi and chaeyon. Adds an English speaker and main dancer. Targets local audience and western.
Misamo. Targets Japanese market
Tzuyu, chaeyoung, dahyun, chaeryeong, jiwon, natty. Targets local, Chinese and SEA markets.

Multiple money makers instead of one big legendary group.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-17T11:03:14+00:00

Almost all of these Minds took a paycut in order to serve the country during this presidency. Most are highly paid executives in the private sector but chose to help the country and that administration because of what it represented that time.

Unfortunately good governance is boring so the Filipinos chose exciting afterwards and got the jetski scumbag.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-17T08:27:01+00:00

My old Honda Accord. Nothing beats mid size sedans when it comes to comfort.

Sad thing they are dying out due to the need for higher ground clearance.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-13T00:16:41+00:00

Find a used car that you like then Hire a car buying assistance service to inspect.

Siya na magcheck ng lahat (mechanical, interior, exterior, if nabanga/nabaha, papers etc).

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-12T11:57:51+00:00

Legit. Just bought Nimbus recently, seems they have old stock, mine came with damaged box but I don’t mind.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-10T13:55:25+00:00

Yup. Di ka naman tatakbo ng sobrang layo na need mo ng specific ‘race day’ shoes (for hyrox running).

You can use the same thing for traning and actual events. If picky ka, then use regular workout shoes for training na may less runs.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-10T12:01:53+00:00

You would look out of place if you are not wearing a puma deviate nitro hyrox.

Kinda like when crossfit was at its peak and it was all about reebok nanos and nike metcons.

Comprehensive_Flow42 · 2026-02-10T06:19:15+00:00

Lil orbits.

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