Toyota Rush vs Mitsubishi Xpander - your vote?

[xyberblue]

Naa nay naka feedback sa manila, tagtag daw ni if 1 passenger sa front ray sakay.
Once naay molingkod sa 2nd row, okay na daw ang ride comfort.
Then medyo hinay jud daw siya sa power, sa overtakay maglisud.
Pero manila man to then lagyo na ilang mga destination.
Maybe okay rani siya sa Cebu if city driving lang.

[Kristiano]

usahay. makaingon sila na matagtag ang ride bec they didnt checked the tire pressure when they use it... otheres were shocked when they found out their tire pressures are still from the factory settings na taas kaau kay gituyo for shipping transport and bodega storage...
sometimes, dili mn pareha ang bounce sa sedan and MPVs/ Suvs.. since the springs are tuned for heavier load on MPVs/Suvs.. maong untol if solo ride.. imho..

[nissanpatrol]

Naa nay naka feedback sa manila, tagtag daw ni if 1 passenger sa front ray sakay.
Once naay molingkod sa 2nd row, okay na daw ang ride comfort.
Then medyo hinay jud daw siya sa power, sa overtakay maglisud.
Pero manila man to then lagyo na ilang mga destination.
Maybe okay rani siya sa Cebu if city driving lang.

the Rush is designed as a people carrier. kung 1 passenger ra, dili ma meet ang designed load sa suspension.

Sa mga nag reklamo nga hinay ug power, the engine is 1.5L ra man gud ana. They should go for a sports macho machine.

A word of advise for those wanting speed:

[xyberblue]

Repost nako diri from outside istorya for everyone's info sa mga ka istoryans.

Quote Originally Posted by levisph
Hi Everyone.

I would just like to share our experience with our Rush which we acquired recently (Rush 1.5 G AT).

We drove from Manila to Bolinao/Alaminos last weekend and I made sure to take note of the fuel consumption. Details Below:

Going to Bolinao
- Route: EDSA, NLEX, SCTEX, Exit at Paniqui, National Roads going to Bolinao (Camiling, Romulo Hiway, Tarlac-Pangasinan Rd, Olongapo-Bugallon Rd)
- Encountered traffic at NLEX (road repairs, accidents)
- Encountered usual provincial road traffic (mostly trikes)
- Distance Traveled: Approx. 300 kms
- Travel time: 6am to 3pm
- Average speed (NLEX, SCTEX, TPLEX) - 100kph to 110 kph, 120 kph when overtaking (based on dashboard speedo, waze gps speedo)
- Average FC: 12 km/l

Going Back to Manila:
- Bolinao to Alaminos via National Roads, Alaminos to Dagupan via National Roads, TPLEX via Binalonan on ramp, SCTEX, NLEX, EDSA
- Encountered traffic at provincial roads (mostly trikes)
- Slowdown of traffic/driving speed due to heavy downpour (between 7PM to 8PM)
- Distance Traveled: Approx. 320 kms
- Travel Time: 6pm to 12mn
- Average speed (TPLEX, SCTEX, NLEX) - 110 kph to 120 kph, 130~135 kph when overtaking (based on dashboard speedo, waze gps speedo)
- Average FC: 15.5 km/l

Notes:
- Passengers: 3 (including driver) plus 4 days worth of luggage
- Fuel used: Shell Fuelsave
- Since it is still break-in period, i made sure to progressively step on the pedal to achieve cruising speed
- Transmission: I only utilized D (drive) during the entire travel. I did not use 3, 2 yet to manage engine revs/ for overtaking/ascents
- Given: flooring the gas pedal to overtake pesky trikes

Observations:
- As predicted, ride is a bit bumpy based on the setup of the Rush
- Initial movement (1st Gear) is slow but once you get going, it is alright
- 3K RPM at 100 kph cruising speed, 4K RPM at 120 kph cruising speed. For me, the engine noise during this speed is not really too manic/loud
- Additional power readily available beyond 4K RPM. Was able to hit 130~135 kph while overtaking (based on dashboard speedo, waze gps speedo)
- We did not have any issues with the twisties section of the route (mostly between Bolinao - Alaminos)

For reference:
- I have been driving since 2001
- Previous rides: 1st Gen Mazda 323 1.6 MT, 2003 Honda City CVT
- Current rides: 2010 Focus 2.0 TDCI, Rush

Finally, my current daily drive Rush hour (pun not intended) FC is approximately 8 km/l

I am still monitoring the daily FC. Will post another update after 1 month.

Hope this helps

[digitalsuperman]

Repost nako diri from outside istorya for everyone's info sa mga ka istoryans.

im not a car expert but rush seems good based on this review?

[xyberblue]

Usa sa reason why power matter is for those who are living in elevated hill areas (busay, plaza housing) and are planning to consider Rush or Xpander.
Dia ang video sa Xpander niangat 45 degrees upward.
Watch the red Xpander unit.

[Kristiano]

ni skid na boss, loss traction.. since ang weight sa car more on naa sa likod.. mo skid mn pud gani ang rwd..

[nissanpatrol]

Usa sa reason why power matter is for those who are living in elevated hill areas (busay, plaza housing) and are planning to consider Rush or Xpander.
Dia ang video sa Xpander niangat 45 degrees upward.
Watch the red Xpander unit.

murag di diay pwede muadto sa Lantaw sa Busay mag Xpander kung mao na. mag jolibee na lang mi oi... ang Patrol lang ghapon diay ang pang bukid ani.

[xyberblue]

murag di diay pwede muadto sa Lantaw sa Busay mag Xpander kung mao na. mag jolibee na lang mi oi... ang Patrol lang ghapon diay ang pang bukid ani.

Mao jd boss, usually raba if manglaag padung lantaw or tops, uban baya jd pamilya.
So fully loaded jd ang luyo.
Pero if city drive lang, ok ra kaayo.

[xyberblue]

Additional video showing Xpander on an offroad: