Help me to choose VIOS, Avante, Forte

[Lufu]

VIOS J Auto - $52488 with 3+2 warranty, 1st year 5K, 10K, 20K free servicing (price after $5K CNY discount)

Avante non S Auto - $51599 with 3 years warranty

Forte EX Auto - $51499 with 5 years warranty - nice design but I've concerns about the auto split windscreen problem.

 

All prices until 20 Jan 2010

Edited January 10, 2010 by Lufu

[Friendstar]

I think at this price range,

 

it makes absolute sense to go for forte

 

followed by avante

 

Don't be deceived by the recent toyota promotion.

they have to resort to this becos both their breadNbutter models Vios and ALtis are crap.

[Friendstar]

However,

 

do consider toyota if you'r buying PI models like Wish, MarkX, allion, Estima, even sienta!

 

solid models.

[Xusadnoh]

MIK > MIT

Edited January 10, 2010 by Xusadnoh

[GoodCar]

Toyota Vios -- Make in Thai

 

Avante and Forte - Make in Korea

 

 

Unless Vios sell lower than Avante and Forte, don't buy a Vios.

They are not passing the saving to consumer, so why support them.

 

[Atonchia]

you must ask yourself what are your priority your are looking for.

 

Engine capacity Vios is lowest,

Boot space Vios is smallest.

Sound insulation Vios maybe the worst especially when cruising above 90km/hr.

Personally have driven a SGY plate, 45k mileage Vios, sounded like a pick-up.

Comfort wise, go sit in it to feel it yourself.

Door closing sound is still ok, but the boot can be more solid.

 

But Suspension, acceleration Vios may have some advantage. Do the comparison yourself.

Safety features - all almost the same, but Forte should be the best, do your own comparison.

 

If you are looking to sell off a car within 3-5 years, then get Vios.

Because may fetch better price.

If driving longer, then get the Avante, reliablilty issue is not a problem with Korean make now. Unless you got a lemon.

 

Don't be affected by branding. just get one that fit your current need most.

 

 

 

 

[GoodCar]

you must ask yourself what are your priority your are looking for.

 

Engine capacity Vios is lowest,

Boot space Vios is smallest.

Sound insulation Vios maybe the worst especially when cruising above 90km/hr.

Personally have driven a SGY plate, 45k mileage Vios, sounded like a pick-up.

Comfort wise, go sit in it to feel it yourself.

Door closing sound is still ok, but the boot can be more solid.

 

But Suspension, acceleration Vios may have some advantage. Do the comparison yourself.

Safety features - all almost the same, but Forte should be the best, do your own comparison.

 

If you are looking to sell off a car within 3-5 years, then get Vios.

Because may fetch better price.

If driving longer, then get the Avante, reliablilty issue is not a problem with Korean make now. Unless you got a lemon.

 

Don't be affected by branding. just get one that fit your current need most.

 

 

Good post.

[Alfisti168]

Forte.

 

Dun be fooled by Toyota's 3+2 year warranty. During the 4th nn 5th year the warranty is backed by insurance, not manufacturer. So claiming process will be.... muhahaha.

[Speedz76]

first of all, your choice shld be between forte and vios.. dun understand where avante comes in

 

main point is for this price.. its def a forte!

 

vios -- should be good fc (?)

forte -- a whole chunk of nice features on the car... what i dun like is its a bit "high"

 

just my 2c worth.. btw, my current ride is none of these 3

 

cheers

Edited January 10, 2010 by Speedz76

[Kangadrool]

Vios interior looks like China cars.

 

If there is no choice given for Forte or Avante, rather choose Proton Persona than Vios.

Edited January 10, 2010 by Kangadrool

[GoodCar]

Vios interior looks like China cars.

 

If there is no choice given for Forte or Avante, rather choose Proton Persona than Vios.

 

 

Actually the latest generation Proton look quite nice, have Variable v/v engine also.

If drive up north, maybe the TP will give a bit more chance...hehe

[Kangadrool]

much better handling too

[GoodCar]

But you know some Singaporean lah......face issue.

 

But frankly.....bread and butter car....what face are we taking about.....I think practical and value for money most important.

 

Just my humble opinion. :)

[Rationalexuberance]

none

[Windchoco]

Do note that Forte's reliability seems lower than the other 2. That is based on evidence, not hearsay.

 

Avante is the 1 to go for if u like a comfort, quiet and decently quick ride.

 

Forte is if u love gadgets. I find Forte noisy during test drive... Could be the 17" rims.

 

Vios for no frills, good FC, basic bare car. It is also the slightly faster car among the 3 from 0-100.

Edited January 11, 2010 by Windchoco

[Friendstar]

Do note that Forte's reliability seems lower than the other 2. That is based on evidence, not hearsay.

 

Avante is the 1 to go for if u like a comfort, quiet and decently quick ride.

 

Forte is if u love gadgets. I find Forte noisy during test drive... Could be the 17" rims.

 

Vios for no frills, good FC, basic bare car. It is also the slightly faster car among the 3 from 0-100.

 

 

so where's the evidence huh?

[Ben5266]

Assuming you are mindful about the total cost of ownership, you might want to check out the insurance cost for the respective model.

The difference can be up to $400-500 per year.

Example: Suzuki SX4 sedan - $2000 vs Latio sedan - $1700.

[Windchoco]

so where's the evidence huh?

 

U go kia forum see lo... i tot pic posted the link many times... lol

 

Its amazing y the Forte has problems that the Avante doesn't... Even though its supposed to be >70% the same car?