Jeep experinces

[arendoog]

Just buy a good used prado petrol if you can find one. Yes, they are heavy on fuel ,but so is the jeep.All my car problems stopped when i bought my first Landcruiser .Used lexus rx 350 is one of the best deals you can get and it is big enough to fit a XL mtb in the back without having to remove anything

[Lukep]

Bottom line after all this research is no car is ever a safe bet, they are all money pits.

Once you own one drive it until it breaks beyond repair then buy another car and do the same.

[Wyatt Earp]

Experinces ???

[ibruegge]

just got this in my inbox, coming later in the year - Chev Trailblazer. should be big and interesting... (unlike my BMW where you pay extra for everything this should have lots of extras included).

 

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[Vega]

Lukep, I owned a Jeep for three years. Nothing but trouble and bad service.

 

I compare this to other SUVs I owned: Land Rover, Prado, Pajero x 2. The Jeep was in the garage more often than not. The dealerships in Jhb have a don't care attitude towards service. They really do think they are doing you a favour, which might have been more palatable if they could fix the vehicles' defects, of which there were many!

 

I have several horror stories I could relate, but google "Jeep death wobble". I eventually sold the vehicle with low kms because it was just plain unsafe.

 

Have a look at the JD Power and Synovate ratings and speak to owners of newer models, then have a rethink.

Edited June 14, 2012 by JanS

[Wayne Potgieter]

Lukep, I owned a Jeep for three years. Nothing but trouble and bad service.

 

I compare this to other SUVs I owned: Land Rover, Prado, Pajero x 2. The Jeep was in the garage more often than not. The dealerships in Jhb have a don't care attitude towards service. They really do think they are doing you a favour, which might have been more palatable if they could fix the vehicles' defects, of which there were many!

 

I have several horror stories I could relate, but google "Jeep death wobble". I eventually sold the vehicle with low kms because it was just plain unsafe.

 

Have a look at the JD Power and Synovate ratings and speak to owners of newer models, then have a rethink.

 

Thats just like i said earlier.

 

Its a heap.

 

Nice post.

[gtr1]

Still driving my 1988 Landcruiser. yes it's heavy on petrol, but still cheaper than shelving out on a new car. Keep the BMW and drive it.

 

The compass is not 4x4 if that's what you looking for.......thats what I was told.

 

Also, try and get a KIA. 1 year waitlist and the salesmen are not interested.

 

Good buy at the moment is the Chev Captiva. Under R 300k

[Neg]

You didnt say what your price range is about? unless i missed it, i am quiet slow. if you are looking in the range of R190-250k, then i recommend the Land cruiser Prado, (the 120 series) its everything you will need. off road capable, smooth, quiet and the 4ltr V6 is a power house. fuel consumption is around 11-12lt/100km and the resale value is far better than most other SUV's. even 2nd hand. the diesel version is also VERY nice and fuel consumption is about 25-30% better than the V6. that said, when it comes to diesel maintenance, the cost out weighs the fuel saving of diesel. I drive a LC 80series and working my way to the 120.... my LC is on 390 000km and not a beat missed....

[Lukep]

If you do not do a lot of km's this is ok. You may end up breaking even after 3 years, ie not have to pay in.

I'd trade the 3series for a X1. BMW will bend on the trade in as it would be one of their own coming back. With their attractive interest rates (I got offered 6%pa, fixed) you can afford to take a residual if you want to keep payments lower. The ride quality would be better and it would not be as thirsty as the Compass.

Did you get the X1? if so how is it?

[Lukep]

Anybody with any comments on the New Tiguan, Specifically the 90kw 1,4 TSI and the 81km 2.0 TDI.

Vs

KIA Sportage 2.0l Petrol

[Lukep]

No comments?

[Neg]

the 2.0ltr TD will be ok, stay away from the 1.4TSI, that small motor is under HUGE stress to get the body of the Tig moving... (Great for the polo) will be all smiles for the 1st 50k km, after that things will break... the Amaroks will have these issues too... 2lt turbo motor in a huge body..??. it cant hold out very long.....

normally asp petrol motors usually give the best long life service (other than a norm asp diesel motor) KIA seen to have upped their game in the last 18months and i would take the KIA over the Hyundai.

but as you say, if you are going to run it in motor plan, then im sure any car you like will be fine, it comes down to what YOUR preferences are... that said, motor/service plan helps with not paying for services/repairs etc, its built into the purchase price, BUT its also a factor to consider as to not having your vehicle at a dealer every 4th week for something wrong... and should you have long trips planned, peace of mind knowing you have reliability is a winner....

[Nettie R]

the 2.0ltr TD will be ok, stay away from the 1.4TSI, that small motor is under HUGE stress to get the body of the Tig moving... (Great for the polo) will be all smiles for the 1st 50k km, after that things will break....

Tsi' has got turbo & compressor and puts out more kw than the 2l. There's no lack in power, and the tiguan is the lighter vehicle of the lot. Good thing they come with a 60,000/5yr maintenance plan to fix all the broken parts after your 1st 50kms. ;-)

[Lukep]

Does anyone have a 1.4tsi that they can comment on?