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hi,

I am planning to buy used car and has selected few as mentioned below (all automatic models).

Could you please me in prioritizing given list based on their fuel efficiency, safety, cost of service and parts, re-sale value, head room and leg room, any other known mechanical or electrical problem.

1) Toyota   Vitz   
2) Toyota   Passo
3) Toyota   Will Cypha
4) Toyota   Ist   
5) Toyota   Fun Cargo   
6) Mazda   Demio   
7) Daihatsu Sirion
8) Honda   Jazz   

I am looking for 2004-05 model priced between 6K-8K.

You can also recommended any other similar model.

Any help will be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Regards
Randip

All these vehicles are much the same. There are a few things to look out for though. The Honda Jazz will be fitted with a CVT transmission that doesn't have a great reputation so it is best avoided. The Toyota's could possibly also be fitted with CVTs, Japan imports, and you should avoid them and look for the Toyota's fitted with conventional automatic transmissions. Other than the faults mentioned these vehicles have a good reputation. The Daihatsu Sirion/Passo, Mazda Demio, Toyota Vitz and Ist as well as Mazda's 323/Familia are popular choices.

Hi,

Thanks for your reply.

Choosing between Toyota Ist and Mazda Demio which one do you recommended and why?.

Thanks in advance.

Randip

That comes down to personal preference as they are both good vehicles.