Best Compact SUV for Wife

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Lelando said:
No but gives peace of mind when using the infotainment system while driving.
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Ummmm... I suppose that's why I didn't see the value. I don't mess around with stuff like that whilst in control of a 2 ton killing machine.
 
Lelando said:
List:
Volvo XC40
Honda HR-V
Mazda CX 30
Kia Sonet
Suzuki Bronx

Hyundai creta - removing from list.


My wife will most likely like the Mazda because of it's sporty design
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The interior quality of the Mazda is miles ahead of all but the Volvo on that list.

I had a quick look at Autotrader and could only find 2018 Volvos for the price of a new Mazda.
 
Lelando said:
List:
Volvo XC40
Honda HR-V
Mazda CX 30
Kia Sonet
Suzuki Bronx

Hyundai creta - removing from list.


My wife will most likely like the Mazda because of it's sporty design
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Only the XC40 and HR-V have adaptive Cruise Control.

Also look at Opel Mokka
 
Lelando said:
550k -600k
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VW Caddy Combi

https://www.vw.co.za/en/models/new-caddy-kombi.html
Reason why is you are getting a proper vehicle with space inside as opposed to a sedan that pretends it is a 4x4

You are looking at 20cm difference in length compared to the creta, but you get much more space inside due to the height and shape. And sliding doors are a boon if you have (or want to have) children
Screenshot 2023-02-21 at 12.27.59.png

https://www.carsized.com/en/cars/compare/hyundai-creta-2019-suv-vs-volkswagen-caddy-2020-4-door-van/
 
epah said:
No it is not. The best looking out of the bunch actually.
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Agreed. I was seriously considering it. It comes with absolutely everything technology-wise.

What put me off was:

- ZERO back seat space. Like really, it's tiny back there.
- Weird fake carbon fibre trim, looks tacky
- Lack of nice sound system
 
On the Safety aspect- bigger cars are safer than smaller cars. In fact 5 stars NCAP safety is different for a small car as compared to a big car.

I always consider long term ownership/family needs vs short term needs, that way I dont have to change my vehicles in 3 years time.
 
Lelando said:
Not bad looking but overpriced.

If I exceed 600k then I need to finance the difference and I don't really want to do that.
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Well, you came from a Urban Cruiser and currently looking at Volvo's and Honda's in excess of half a bar in less than 6 hours.
Later tonight you will be looking at a Macan or DBX.

Save some money now & close your eyes and just sign on the dotted line for the Tonale /close thread
 
Lelando said:
It gives a gentle nudge on your steering wheel and keeps you between lanes.
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If you can't drive between lanes yourself I'm not sure what you are doing on the road, assuming you are not 90 and left your glasses at home.

To me, that would cause a distraction and create more risk while driving.
 
Lelando said:
List:
Volvo XC40
Honda HR-V
Mazda CX 30
Kia Sonet
Suzuki Bronx

Hyundai creta - removing from list.


My wife will most likely like the Mazda because of it's sporty design
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Volvo XC40 is expensive, you will have to go second hand with some mileage and maintenance costs are big.
Honda HR-V 1.5 is lovely and packed with technology but slow, only 1.5 with no turbo.
Mazda CX-30 2.0 is absolutely lovely, but no lane keep assist or adaptive cruise control like you mentioned. And it's a bit small at the back, but that is a compromise with all these compact SUVs.
Kia Sonet 1.0T is not safe, KIA India is known for unsafe cars like the Seltos- you can look at the Global NCAP rating, it's much worse than Creta/Urban Cruiser etc.
Suzuki Bronx 1.0T looks okay but even slower than the Honda HR-V, it only has a 74kw 1.0T engine.
Corolla Cross 1.8 - it's a Toyota. Will go forever, but probably in someone else's hands due to our crime.
Haval/Chery etc - nice looking cars but absolutely atrocious fuel consumption. Also, a part of me thinks their super long warranty is because they expect to have pulled out of the country within the next 10 years after making their money.
Honda BRV 1.5 - Big and felt really cheap. Not made in Japan.
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 1.5T or 2.0 - nice, made in Japan but no lane keep and tiny boot for the segment and I found the seats were very uncomfortable for me but it might be different for you.
Kia Sportage 1.6T GT-Line - bit pricey and too big.
Mazda CX-5 2.0 Carbon (R640k) also a bit too expensive and you said you wanted something more compact and these are normal sized SUVs.
Suzuki Vitara 1.4T - fast but doesn't look as nice, interior not as modern, with minimal tech.
Honda CRV 1.5T - safe, reliable, full of tech but big and out of your budget (R640K).

Lots of choices, but if you like tech then you'll probably end up with a Honda HR-V. Modern, packed with tech, reliable, lovely car but slow, especially up at altitude in Jhb where naturally aspirated engines lose a bit of power.
Best is to narrow down the list over the next month. and consider things like, do I really need lane keep? What about regular cruise control instead of adaptive ? Would I like a CVT gearbox or do I like the normal auto more ? Maybe I can deal with a larger car ? What power do I need ? (if your Swift Sport is the 1.4T then almost every SUV in your price range is a downgrade because that's a 7 second 0-100 car.) etc.

And then go sit in them. It might look good on paper but when you get in it, adjust the seat etc you can just tell it's not for you (uncomfortable, not enough legroom for the kids, etc).
 
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