Car + Running Expenses Totalling under $75k over 2 Yrs

[Deactivated] on 16/05/2020 - 23:21
Last edited 17/05/2020 - 08:56

Hiya,

The missus is currently carless and has been offered a company car package, as opposed to a company car. The amount is a maximum of $75k and is inclusive of all running expenses for the first 2 years but does exclude insurance premiums.

Ideally, we would like it to be a 7-seater and to stay under the allocated budget. She'll forego whatever she doesn't use.

She already has her heart set on a particular car but I was wondering if there are other options she could look at.

Cheers,
JJB

Edit : Her previous car was a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe (MY19 HIGHLANDER ,2.2 L Turbo Diesel , Auto). Her only requirement is that the car comes in blue. 🙄

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  • Hybroid on 16/05/2020 - 23:22
    -2

    https://www.toyota.com.au/kluger

    • [Deactivated] on 16/05/2020 - 23:25
      +1

      Is that the one that has a 6 to 7 months wait time?

      • Hybroid on 16/05/2020 - 23:26

        Thought that was the smaller more popular RAV4 but I'm sure Spackbace can confirm.

        • [Deactivated] on 16/05/2020 - 23:30

          If you had to choose between the Hyundai Highlander, which is the one the missus want, and the Kluger, which one would you pick?

          • Hybroid on 16/05/2020 - 23:41

            @[Deactivated]: Japanese cars over Korean any day.

            • apsilon on 17/05/2020 - 07:53

              @Hybroid: Isn't the Kluger made in the US?

            • captaincabinets on 17/05/2020 - 10:54

              @Hybroid: I'm a Japanese car fanboi but I'm pretty sure reliability data shows that Korea have overtaken Japan these days.

          • ShortyX on 16/05/2020 - 23:50
            +1

            @[Deactivated]: We chose Sorento for better fuel economy.

          • Muzeeb on 17/05/2020 - 08:35

            @[Deactivated]:

            Hyundai Highlander,

            Highlander is a trim level. Which model?

            • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 08:37

              @Muzeeb: The missus' old car was a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe (MY19 HIGHLANDER ,22 LITRE Turbo Diesel , Auto).

              Ideally, she wants the same model. My concern is that the side-curtain airbags do not extend to the passengers in the third row of seats.

              • pegaxs on 17/05/2020 - 08:49
                +3

                @[Deactivated]: 22 litre diesel?? Sure it wasn’t a Kenworth? :D

                • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 08:52

                  @pegaxs: Oops! 2.2L

                  She wants the same car because she can't be bothered going for test drives. Her only requirement is that the car comes in blue. I might add that in the OP, considering its her one and only requirement.

        • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 00:22
          +1

          @spack has been MIA since Friday, which is unusual for him. Hope he's OK.

          • onetwothreefour on 17/05/2020 - 07:47
            +2

            @[Deactivated]: It was the RAV4 hybrid that had a long wait time but I think it's getting better now. The Kluger hybrid is also coming out but that won't be until next year.

          • spackbace on 19/05/2020 - 11:31
            +1

            @[Deactivated]: I was around, jees stalker much ;)

            RAV4 Hybrid Cruiser has a 6-7 month wait time, and yeah unfortunately Kluger hybrid won't be out till next year but will certainly be much more refined.

            Unfortunately current Kluger is outdated compared to other models in our range, and the competition. While it's a very comfortable car with plenty of power, value for money likely won't stack up well

            Side note, how about the Granvia VX 6-seater? Absolutely comfortable car, only problem is it's the size of a tank! (Based on current Hiace).

            Granvia
            On Toyota Access over 2yrs/40,000kms, it'll cost around $55,848. Leaves you $15k towards fuel ($144/wk), with ~$4k towards the remaining expenses.

            Oh, but it's not blue

            • [Deactivated] on 19/05/2020 - 12:56

              @spackbace: Cheers! ! Not blue and a tank..the missus will definitely balk .

              Does Toyota have any plans to add a 3rd row to the Rav4 Hybrid anytime soon?

              I was around, jees stalker much ;)

              I was a bit lost without you and tshow. I didn't know how to find new threads to comment in:(

              • spackbace on 19/05/2020 - 12:56

                @[Deactivated]:

                Does Toyota have any plans to add a 3rd row to the Rav4 Hybrid anytime soon?

                Ewww no! Then it would look like a Dualis +2, and no one wants that

                • [Deactivated] on 19/05/2020 - 13:01

                  @spackbace: Do you have a preference between the Hyuandai Santa Fe and the Mazda cx9? The missus wants the Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander and her company would rather she got the Mazda CX9 Azami.

                  • spackbace on 19/05/2020 - 13:05
                    +1

                    @[Deactivated]: Honestly, haven't driven either

                    Go take them for a bash, ask to have them overnight but make sure you test drive them back-to-back, and see which suits your needs better.

                    Overnight test drive might be easiest for you as you can test the car seats. How many kids will you have in there and what ages?

                    • [Deactivated] on 19/05/2020 - 13:19

                      @spackbace:

                      How many kids will you have in there and what ages?

                      By the time we get the car, the kids will be 13 , 13, 6 and 3.

                      • spackbace on 19/05/2020 - 13:21
                        +1

                        @[Deactivated]: Honestly, a people mover like a Kia Carnival could be a much better option for flexibility. 2 car seats, 2 older kids, pram… The average 7-seater would prove to be a total PITA for that. A people mover might not be the hip, cool thing to do, but the flexibility and those sliding doors on the side could be an absolute god-send!

                        • [Deactivated] on 19/05/2020 - 14:35

                          @spackbace:

                          The average 7-seater would prove to be a total PITA for that.

                          Enough of a PITA to forgo $75k and free 2-year car insurance, though? They've amended their company policy so that the missus can get a 7-seater SUV and that's where they draw the line. A people-mover would be a no-go.

                          It's either we get a 7-seater SUV or we buy our own car. Of course, there's the option that I sell my car and get a people-mover…but it would hurt. It really would.The Kia looks like it drives like a potato:(

                        • [Deactivated] on 21/05/2020 - 20:06

                          @spackbace: What nice car could she get if she didn't have to worry about being able to fit the 4 kids?

                          (Thought I might give her that option. She works hard for her money and deserves nice things.)

  • ziaxk87 on 16/05/2020 - 23:35

    Toyota prado landcrusiser 60k and annual runn ikgng costs would be around 7.5k.

    To get the car for 60k you will have to shop around. My boss just brought it from toyota kedron scifi brisbane.

    • Hybroid on 16/05/2020 - 23:46

      I would agree if they didn't have the pitiful 174hp 2.8L 4-cylinder diesel. Kluger still has the 290hp 3.5L V6.

      • BBear53 on 17/05/2020 - 08:22
        +2

        I think the numbers are the peak power outputs only. When comparing diesel to petrol, look at the specs for when the peak torque/power are produced.

        The diesel would hit peak torque down low where it will always be reached in normal driving but the petrol may only reach the specified power near the red line so it might never be used.

        Diesel vs petrol really depends the what the car is used for.

  • Mechz on 17/05/2020 - 01:03
    +1

    Mazda CX9, I had one for a company car and I really miss it.

    • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 08:04

      Cx9 Azami LE?

  • ihbh on 17/05/2020 - 08:05

    JJB, has Covid-19 put a temporary or permanent halt to you dream move?

    • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 08:34

      Our plan was, and still is, to move in 2022 for many reasons: we're in the middle of an adoption process, I'm going back to uni, my wife's working on a major project… etc But if anything were to happen to my in-laws, we'll pack and leave earlier.

  • pegaxs on 17/05/2020 - 08:46
    -4

    She already has her heart set on a particular car…

    No mention of this particular car means that it’s a really good chance that it’s a Euro trashwagon.

    I don’t know why you are even asking, as there is no amount of convincing you are going to be able to do to get her to change her mind.

    My suggestion, LDV G10. Because it doesn’t matter what we suggest, Mrs. Binks is getting that Euro shitbox.

    • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 08:50

      She wants the exact same car she had previously.

      • pegaxs on 17/05/2020 - 08:54
        -1

        Boring! How am I supposed to upset all the Euro fanbois if she is going to buy something sensible and practical? Also a +1 for whoever mentioned Kia above. If she likes the Santa Fe, she might like the Kia Sorento, because Kia and Hyundai are now in bed together, so they share a lot of tech (ie: Kia now have a lot of Hyundai parts in them…)

        • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 09:03

          But I'm liking the Mazda cx-9 Azami. It comes in blue. 🙂

          • pegaxs on 17/05/2020 - 09:05

            @[Deactivated]: You can like all you like… but Mrs. Binks wears the big girl car buying pants…

            And I’ve never been a fan of Mazda. I know they are great cars and good build quality… (hence why I don’t rag on them and even suggest them sometimes) but for me they are, meh. They exist, but just don’t inspire me to want to own them.

            • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 09:21

              @pegaxs: That's how I felt about Mazdas too until I got inside the Azami LE. It's surprisingly luxurious and the Napa leather seats have a nice feel to them. She's indeed very sensible and it would be easy enough to sway her once I mention the bigger boot space and all the security features.
              Not sure if it fits in the budget though.

              Edit: In case you hadn't noticed, she's the sensible one in the family :)

            • [Deactivated] on 06/06/2020 - 21:01
              +1

              @pegaxs:

              You can like all you like… but Mrs. Binks wears the big girl car buying pants…

              We got the Mazda Azami LE!!! I won this one :) or rather she let me win in exchange for letting her win the next 2 arguments, no question asked. Fair compromise, I think.

              And thanks to a heads up from a fellow ozbargainer, we got a brand-new floor stock car for dirt cheap :D

              • pegaxs on 06/06/2020 - 23:21
                +2

                @[Deactivated]: You won this one, but she gets 2 free passes? You need a new broker, that’s a shit deal. I agree, sounds more like she let you win… you know, she wears the pants after all… :D

                And nice pick though, great car. I’m not a Mazda fan, but I do give them the kudo of making some nice vehicles. Been looking at some mid-size SUV’s lately and I do like me that CX-5 front end… I’m sure you’ll both be happy with it. *thumbs_up_emoji.png*

                • [Deactivated] on 07/06/2020 - 00:23

                  @pegaxs:

                  You won this one, but she gets 2 free passes?

                  She's a tough negotiator! 1 free pass for the car and 1 for the colour. She also had to compromise on the colour as they only had it in machine grey.

                  And nice pick though, great car.

                  Isn't it ? We got it for $57.5k driveaway , thanks to @ozricoyand my wife, who looked like she was trying really hard not to cry when they told her they didn't have it in blue. The dealership manager was a big softie :)

                  On our way home, we stopped at KFC for the 15 for $10 wicked wings.And guess what? There was 17 pieces of chicken in the box! I'm winning at life :D So stoked … also a little bit drunk. Might go to bed now.

                  p.s: Good luck in your car search. Mazda SUVs really grow on you.

  • TheMindsetTraveller on 17/05/2020 - 08:47
    +3

    If only they would bring out the Kia Telluride here - add some 22-24 inch rims and you'd be gangsta!

    https://www.kia.com/us/en/telluride/gallery.exterior

    • pegaxs on 17/05/2020 - 08:55

      Omg! That is one awesome vehicle. In a matte metallic gun metal grey… It has South American drug cartel king pin written all over it…

  • CheapandUsed on 17/05/2020 - 11:58

    I must be the only person who immediately thinks Kia Carnival, Honda Odyssey, Hyundai iMax, Toyota Alphard/Vellfire/Tarago/Estima/Granvia when someone says they want a 7 seater.

    Put your ego aside and choose the right vehicle for your use case. 7 seats = van, 5 + 2 occasional seats = SUV.

    • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 12:02

      It is also a company car. It will get passed on to someone else in 2 years. The company has already made a concession regarding the 7-seater SUV instead of the usual sedan. A van would be completely out of the question.

      • CheapandUsed on 17/05/2020 - 12:44

        Fair point and in that case, is there a selection of SUVs the employer would prefer (kick backs no doubt)?

        The highlander seems like a good option, only the CX9 I think looks better than it.

        • [Deactivated] on 17/05/2020 - 12:57

          They also like the Cx9 Azami LE. We'll be out of pocket if we get it and my wife doesn't want that.

  • HeWhoKnows on 17/05/2020 - 22:40
    -1

    "She already has her heart set on a particular car"

    OP is looking for a divorce
    Mate keep your nose out of it and let her decide if you want to know whats good for you.
    Thats the best and most honest advice you will gete here.

    Remember:
    "Happy Wife, Happy Life"

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