They did persist with the diesel here long after its demise in Europe with the alternative of the long discontinued very old technology 2 litre and 2,4 petrol engines. Dumping old technology engines on the unsophisticated Thai market. Only late last year did they finally introduce the hybrid and turbo petrol engines. Apparently there's a PHEV on the way in other countries too but guess that will take some time to reach Thailand.
1,6 or 1.7 million so might take the plunge this year but keep the 9 year old 3 litre Isuzu pickup in great condition too. No point selling it I reckon..?