My car has just been written off and i have 35k to spend on a car. im not in a rush to buy a car but i have test driven the current cx5 (non turbo), CRV and the current RAV 4 and based on all that, i love the crv but i just read about the new cx5 turbo that just came out and am interested in that as the non turbo version lacks any power. im not sure if i should wait for the rav4 to come out or get the turbo version or just go with the crv. i love the CX5 turbo GT but i think i would like to have the 360 camera feature which means i have to get the top line AKera which is like 10k more. Thoughts?
CX5 Turbo Vs CRV Vs Rav4 2019
Lgbones on 29/11/2018 - 11:37
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Agree, you can't afford it. CX-5 turbo will come in the high end models I'm afraid.
i can get the G%T which is like 42k but just have to get it without the 360 camera
2019 rav isn't due till may
i can wait but with crv they have a 7 yr warranty and 7 yr road side assistance currently which is a great deal but by the time the Rav4 arrives, they wont have that special anymore
It's 6 months away, deals will change between both models multiple times over.
Turbo cx5 will probably need to run on 95 or 98 fuel, not worth it.
The Mazda 6 has the same engine and uses regular
Is the standard mazda 6 running the same compression with a turbo?
Do your own research, I've already given mine.
Try Xtrail - cheaper and has 360 deg camera
agreeed but it looks ugly and outdated
I came here to say X-trail as well. Have always thought they were superior to Rav4 or CRV. Looks is a personal opinion thing tho so if you don't like the look then I guess don't bother. Personally I hate the look of CRVs and Rav4s.
Pretty sure $35k gets you base models or slightly better on these, you won't be getting a turbo one.
Honda has a good promotion at the moment with 7 years warranty and roadside assist
And 6 months maintenance interval for 7 years…. no thank you.
if only honda gave a 360 camera, i would buy. wonder if you can buy from ebay a 360 camera and get someone to install it. might be a cheaper option
Why do you need the 360 camera for?
@John Kimble: This, pretty sure people have been driving for decades with no 360 degree camera. If you turn your head and/or use your mirrors you can see 360 degrees.
Honestly can't believe someone would buy a car for this.
It's 12 months intervals now
On the Jazz as well? Might be able to convince them we don't need a bloody oil change every 6 months…
noone likes the cRV?
nope.
I have the 2018 7 seater. It's ok. You get some good features for your money I suppose, but I don't get Honda Sensing.
You won't get Honda Sensing for $35k.
Would you consider test driving a Subaru Forester?
Go the series2 Kia Sportage SLI turbo diesel AWD - 7 yr warranty.
Honda Sensing on all variants from 2019 onwards apparently…
Interesting that Forester got the wooden spoon, despite having most safety features.
Just proves that it's up to the buyer to determine their priorities and wants/needs, rather than choosing to buy based off reviews.
what about the 30k outlander with 7 seats
not after 7 seater car
Own & love my crv. These are my reasons.
7 years warranty + premium roadside asst
Android auto /car play
Plenty usb port
1.5 vtec turbo - save fuel
Blind spot camera
Digital dashWhat's your average fuel consumption? Mine's about 11L per 100kms…but live in a hilly area. Can get down to 6 to 7 on the highway.
Live around the cost.Roughly 9L per 100kms..
Lol and that's saving fuel how? That's shocking!
Doesnt the current CRV have the engine oil absorbing water problem? Google it, issue seems to be pretty widespread.
from what i read, it only happens in extreme cold weather conditions so Australia should be ok
Thoughts?
You can't afford it.