kbing Clutched September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 Looking for cheap mid-size car with 2-3 years left. Realized that Cefiro, Mz6 and Legacy got lower depreciation. My requirement will be: 1) Reliability to drive till scrap 2) Handling 3) Space for rear passengers 4) 5 seaters Brand, Power or FC not so important for me. Budget around $9k/year depreciation. Or should i get Civic 1.8 for its reliability? Looking to drive till scrap so re-sale value not important ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furrynadz 5th Gear September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 07 mazda 6 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chowyunfatt Turbocharged September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 I choose Cefiro ... The CVT seems very reliable ... 😉 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaiyotakamli Supersonic September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 Camry also good 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Watwheels Supersonic September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 Speaking from experience whatever Japanesre car left with 2-3 years most likely the engine needs replacement of seals and gasket. Coz around this time engine oil starts to leak. It's called the old car symptoms. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick2703c 1st Gear September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 Hyundai Sonata? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holdenutessv Turbocharged September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 1) Reliability to drive till scrap 2) Handling 3) Space for rear passengers 4) 5 seaters Mazda 6>Legacy>Cefiro, since handling is above (3). Mz6 and Legacy are generally quite reliable, no idea about the Cefiro but you might spend a bit more on maintaining the Legacy. For (3), I believe Cefiro is better in this aspect. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRD 2nd Gear September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 I would recommend Toyota camry 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ER-3682 Twincharged September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 Still need to depend on the 1st owner,got take care his car or not,mileage also important.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thaiyotakamli Supersonic September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 I would recommend Toyota camry Yes must choose the Thaiyotakamli one as JDM look more ugly than me haha 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ruzmidah 2nd Gear September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 Sonata, Magentis, Epica will fit the bill... I think Epica and Magentis are not as popular so can bargain harder.... If want Japanese, can consider Suzuki Kizashi, Teana, If want Conti, look at Skoda Superb (older ones do not use the dreaded DSG), or Ford Mondeo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kweechang 1st Gear September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 Ford Mondeo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Bear Turbocharged September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 A made is japan toyota or lexus would be the safest bet. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ake109 6th Gear September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 I think for the above 3 cars, reliability and maint cost at 7-8 yrs, is really a matter of 'luck' and how the previous owners took care of the car. Handling I would say legacy is best, but for space Legacy probably worst. I think you should just go look at all 3 and if you find any 1 of the 3 in good condition* and price, take that one. *assuming you have some rough idea how to check cars. In any case, npow got lemon law. Any big problem go back and complain. If no action, go small claims tribunal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LoverofCar 6th Gear September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 If FC is no concern. Go for cefiro. I supposed you referring to the V6 version....it comfy. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbing Clutched September 20, 2014 Author Share September 20, 2014 Sonata, Magentis, Epica will fit the bill... I think Epica and Magentis are not as popular so can bargain harder.... If want Japanese, can consider Suzuki Kizashi, Teana, If want Conti, look at Skoda Superb (older ones do not use the dreaded DSG), or Ford Mondeo. Kizashi, Teana are too new, looking at 2006-2007 rides Sonata, Magentis looks too uncle to me....let me read up more about Epica too Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notsogoodman 4th Gear September 20, 2014 Share September 20, 2014 Looking for cheap mid-size car with 2-3 years left. Realized that Cefiro, Mz6 and Legacy got lower depreciation. My requirement will be: 1) Reliability to drive till scrap 2) Handling 3) Space for rear passengers 4) 5 seaters Brand, Power or FC not so important for me. Budget around $9k/year depreciation. Or should i get Civic 1.8 for its reliability? Looking to drive till scrap so re-sale value not important Space wise Cefiro hands down, handling wise the worst... If space is most important to u, Cefiro.... Else 6 or Legacy Mazda 6 has excellent steering feedback but exhibit more bodyroll vs Legacy (FWD vs AWD)... 6's rear space probably more comfortable than Legacy (personally i find Legacy sits too low... Reliability wise really depend on how the owners take care of their car... Go for cars that documentated history.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicsaw Clutched September 21, 2014 Share September 21, 2014 A sonata or a magentis has a depre of 5k plus a yr. Excellent space and reliability however I still have some wear and tear parts to replace but the parts are dirt cheap. I bought one with slightly lest than 4 years. If you are looking between the cefiro, mazda 6 and legacy, I would choose the car with cheapest maintenance, legacy parts are going to be very expensive and running on timing belt followed by Mazda6 and Cefiro. However for cefiro go for the 2l which should be 4 sp and not cvt. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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