T&T OFFICIAL New Vehicle Prices & Discussion Thread

[acesinghit]

Hyundai Tucson is $310k worksux, nobody tiefin.

[Stephon.]

Hyundai Tucson is $310k worksux, nobody tiefin.

315.

[Stephon.]

In southern sales related news.
The all new 2012/13 bt50 is here. Only the base model though. Not sure when fully loaded or automatic would arrive. Should be in showrooms sooner rather than later.

[scotty_buttons]

the yaris we get has the 2NZ-FE engine but without VVT-i. cinco is correct, the corolla's we get has the 1NZ-FE engine which is also found in the USDM Yaris.

The reason why the 1.8 Corolla is $263k (more expensive than a 2.0 GT Lancer @ 260k) is primarily due to the fact that it has a beams yamaha tuned dual vvti engine according to the salesrep so it have the fyarrrrrzzz.

and ROFL @ the loaded 1.5 Corolla for $212k.
a chevy cruze 1.8 loaded is $215k

stealership TTTL FTL

the 1.8 corollas we get are 1zzfe, 2zrfe or 2zzge?
unless its 2zzge (which was never put into that series corolla its bull)
the 2zrfe is the replacement for the 1zz which is dual vvt-i
the 2zzge is dual vvtl-i (lift is what makes it beams powarrrrr)

actually the US market has the 2zzge in their version of the corolla sedan in addition to the toyota matrix, but rated at 180hp instead of JDM 190hp

not in the new corollas
the new corollas the XRs is the 2.4 2az same in the camry and scion tc

Corolla XR in Trinidad??

Camrys now come with the 2.5 engine
The 2az comes in the rav4 afaik

[tntgolf]

What engine oil is recommended in TNT? A guy told me 50W30 instead of 10W30...this is fr mazda 3...is 50w better suited for hot climate?

[Rory Phoulorie]

What engine oil is recommended in TNT? A guy told me 50W30 instead of 10W30...this is fr mazda 3...is 50w better suited for hot climate?

Whatever the owner's manual recommends for the ambient temperature in Trinidad and Tobago.

Right now I am using (Kendall) 5W-40, but that is one of a few weights that my owner's manual indicates the car can use.

[dsaint]

Can we not create another thread for these
Kind of discussions? This thread is for new car prices. Let's keep it relevant please.

[worksux101]

Hyundai Tucson is $310k worksux, nobody tiefin.

not a fan...any other suggestions?

[marc.27]

Hyundai Tucson is $310k worksux, nobody tiefin.

not a fan...any other suggestions?

the mazda cx-5 is pretty nice.. or mayb Grand vitara

[NorStar2K]

Hyundai Tucson is $310k worksux, nobody tiefin.

not a fan...any other suggestions?

the mazda cx-5 is pretty nice.. or mayb Grand vitara

Yeah! I upgraded to the 2.4 Grand Vitara (Premium Ed.). $325. Loving it! Take a test drive.

[boxy]

Trinidad is the larger and more populous of the two major islands and numerous landforms which make up the island nation of Trinidad and Tobago. I think Vehicle prices are high there.

Thats nice !!

[kurpal_v2]

Hyundai Tucson is $310k worksux, nobody tiefin.

not a fan...any other suggestions?

Vw tiguan

[DSM_05]

^^DOes the new Tiguan suffer from the DSG transmission woes of the older models? I know of two people (PCL and PCM Tiguans) who both had transmission woes...up until the trans was replaced.

Of course, that was done under warranty, but after lots of headache and trying to "convince" dealership - or so I'm told.

[aidan]

Went and check out the Nissan Versa, not bad. A bit strange looking, but I don't think it's bad for the price. Some rear power windows would have been nice though.

[Stephon.]

Went to tttl the Camry only comes in one trim and is almost 500 grand. Not to mention it is ugly as all hell and as basic looking as a car can get. The fully loaded accord tho is really nice and around the same price as the Camry, he is considering going out of his price range for the accord tbh but we still got other vehicles to check out.

I begged him to go check the Mazda 6 but he have some kind of hatred for southern sales I just can't

[fred1266]

No pics of the Camry, is this the new design Camry that they have selling in the US thought they said it was redesigned

[kurpal_v2]

^^DOes the new Tiguan suffer from the DSG transmission woes of the older models? I know of two people (PCL and PCM Tiguans) who both had transmission woes...up until the trans was replaced.

Of course, that was done under warranty, but after lots of headache and trying to "convince" dealership - or so I'm told.

PCM and Plc ain't old


I really can't comment on that issue you know, the few people I know with vw vehicles has had no problems except the sensors in front keep going off whenever they try to go off road and the grass is taller than the bonnet.

[caglowe]

nice and informative post

[worksux101]

Hyundai Tucson is $310k worksux, nobody tiefin.

not a fan...any other suggestions?

the mazda cx-5 is pretty nice.. or mayb Grand vitara

I like the SGV but dont see the point of getting a car whose design is 10yrs old and soon due for change.
Apart from SSL's horrible track record, i cant quite see why the CX-5 costs so much and really dont think its worth the price. That said, i still need to go check it out and test drive for myself.

So far the Tiguan and XV are at the top of my list...only issue with the Tiguan is the size..seems really small...

I'm waiting for confirmation that Ford is bringing the Kuga and Lifestyle the new SGV next year also...

[Stephon.]

Give the cx5 a test drive and report back in this thread. Be sure to make use of all of the features that you can. T

[scotty_buttons]

I think myself shall take up tht offer Stephon. Just to prove you wrong

I personally can't wait for the ford kuga myself. The XVs price isnt justified either IMO

[tiger balm]

^^DOes the new Tiguan suffer from the DSG transmission woes of the older models? I know of two people (PCL and PCM Tiguans) who both had transmission woes...up until the trans was replaced.

Of course, that was done under warranty, but after lots of headache and trying to "convince" dealership - or so I'm told.

Check the Euro Manufacturers forum. There's a thread on the new jetta. Some of discussion is regarding the transmission issues for the VW. Appears to be certain models. If I recall correctly there are posts that lists which model of the dsg/ jetta has been known to suffer from the problem.

[Mr. Go Slow]

A very close friend has a Tiguan ... 200hp model ... Nothing but issues with that car. Not to mention every time we are at the dealership, someone else is usually there ranting.

I will NEVER buy a VW ... NEVER!

Hyundai Tucson is $310k worksux, nobody tiefin.

not a fan...any other suggestions?

the mazda cx-5 is pretty nice.. or mayb Grand vitara

I like the SGV but dont see the point of getting a car whose design is 10yrs old and soon due for change.
Apart from SSL's horrible track record, i cant quite see why the CX-5 costs so much and really dont think its worth the price. That said, i still need to go check it out and test drive for myself.

So far the Tiguan and XV are at the top of my list...only issue with the Tiguan is the size..seems really small...

I'm waiting for confirmation that Ford is bringing the Kuga and Lifestyle the new SGV next year also...

[Allergic2BunnyEars]

^^DOes the new Tiguan suffer from the DSG transmission woes of the older models? I know of two people (PCL and PCM Tiguans) who both had transmission woes...up until the trans was replaced.

Of course, that was done under warranty, but after lots of headache and trying to "convince" dealership - or so I'm told.

Check the Euro Manufacturers forum. There's a thread on the new jetta. Some of discussion is regarding the transmission issues for the VW. Appears to be certain models. If I recall correctly there are posts that lists which model of the dsg/ jetta has been known to suffer from the problem.

Tiguans with 2 litre turbo engines either have a 6 speed dsg or a transverse mounted 7 speed dsg both with wet clutches and generally thought to be more reliable than the dry clutch dsg found in VW vehicles with smaller displacement/lower hp n torque engines e.g. 1.4 tsi, 1.4 non turbo.

Tiguans thus should be fine in general with respect to tranny issues. Other issues I have no clue about though.

[NorStar2K]

Hyundai Tucson is $310k worksux, nobody tiefin.

not a fan...any other suggestions?

the mazda cx-5 is pretty nice.. or mayb Grand vitara

I like the SGV but dont see the point of getting a car whose design is 10yrs old and soon due for change.

I hear you on the age, but the current 3G SGV is six years old (2006-DATE in TT) not ten as you stated.

You're thinking about the X-Trail (2001-DATE), the eleven years old Classic.

But with that said, those two SUVs have a couple of things in common - reliability and a proven track record. Not to mention, Suzuki had a couple of stumbling blocks that delayed the 4G model; The earthquake/Tsunami double whammie. And, considering the ridiculous prices of the alternatives, the 3G SGV is worthy consideration.

[worksux101]

10 was really just an arbitrary exaggeration tbh...didn't know exact time frame, but i do stand corrected thank you.
You or someone else posted that Lifestyle were bringing an updated SGV next year...any timeframe?
Would there be any interior changes? i'm not too big on exterior but the actual cabin to me is more important, hence leaning to the tiguan...
scotty_buttons, why would you say the XV isnt worth the tag?

[cinco]

tbh
IMO the only suv in 300-400 range worth buying is the santafe
cost vs features vs reliabilty and neal and massy are not the worst dealership out there

[noshownogo]

The 280k Turbo Diesel Tucson 4x4 is a good buy. Certain colours give the vehicle a masculine look as well.

[NorStar2K]

10 was really just an arbitrary exaggeration tbh...didn't know exact time frame, but i do stand corrected thank you.
You or someone else posted that Lifestyle were bringing an updated SGV next year...any timeframe?
Would there be any interior changes? i'm not too big on exterior but the actual cabin to me is more important, hence leaning to the tiguan...
scotty_buttons, why would you say the XV isnt worth the tag?

What I posted was the final face-lift for the current 3G model. The face-lift is mainly external.

The Tiguan is very powerful but small, especially in the boot. Great features. Very high service costs. 2 yr warranty. Read the VW complaints b4 you 'invest'.

[kurpal_v2]

^^ share a link to complaints?