Hi I am a new member here who has returned to Sri Lanka after living in UK for few years. Car values and perceptions regarding various brands and models in Sri Lanka is very strange and does not follow any logic sometimes!!!
I used to drive a Jaguar S 2006 when I was there but it is beyond my wildest dreams here. I need a good car with economy and good driving pleasure with good looks which could carry me from A to B.
So I settled for below 2.4 mil market (Which is almost the same value I paid for my S Jaguar in UK )
I considered folowing models.
Toyota VIOS
Toyota 121
Nissan N16/17
Honda Civic (YOM 2000-2003 EK3 or ES8)
Mazda 323 ( Is it possible to buy Mazda 3 in this price range?)
I have driven most of the models above except Mazda 323 and VIOS.
Obviously Toyota 121 is not an option in this price range. N16 has poor fuel efficiency and bad reputation for its front suspension? VIOS??? Not so roomy but carries magical TOYOTA name!
I finally think Honda CIVIC is the best car for me. Any opinions?
If I go for YOM 2000+ CIVIC with VTEC, is it possible to buy an ES8? Any differences between EK3 and ES8 with regards to economy and maintenance?
Thanks for your help guys!
