happysoul Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 Hi, Made the decision to buy a new truck and let go my ideas about 2nd hand... I need a 4 door 4wd one. Not sure about 4wd but as living up north in the mountains, think it could be useful for some fun during raining season. Now comes the choice... Looked at bt50 pro 3.2, nice one but then searched the web for other brands and now I'm totally lost Budget should stay around 1 million and hope to part exchange with my bt50 hi-racer 2552 smartcab. Where I live are isuzu and Toyota dealer. Another brand would be ok too as I would "need" to go down to big city a couple times per year... What would you guys do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenl Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 I have a BT50 and am happy with it. Other posters will tell you how happy they are with their truck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMHO Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 There are a number of candidates: New comers: new Toyota Hilux Revo http://www.toyota.co.th/en/model/hilux_revo_double_cab new Nissan Navara NP300 http://www.nissan.co.th/th/Vehicles/NP300-Navara-Double-Cab.aspx new Mitsubishi Triton http://mitsubishimotors-triton.com/en/doublecab/home.html new Ford Ranger https://www.ford.co.th/en/trucks/new-ranger/models#step=1 new Mazda BT-50 http://www.mazda.co.th/cars/new-mazda-bt-50-pro-double-cab/specs-prices/engine/ old timers: Isuzu D-Max V-Cross http://isuzu-tis.com/vcross-page/ Chevrolet Colorado http://en.chevrolet.co.th/cars/colorado/colorado-pickup-overview.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happysoul Posted September 3, 2015 Author Share Posted September 3, 2015 (edited) Thanks for your answers, particularly IMHO for doing my homework )) I guess nowadays all truck are fairly good. Looking at various models, the differences are the gadgets inside and the overall emotional taste for a certain "look". The more I look at models, the less I know which one i prefer... headache ! That's why i need advice from owners, knowing that each owner loves his truck and it's the best. But still nice to hear how good they are. Going back to homework, looking at 6 manual gear models... Will post my thoughts later. Cheers and thanks Edit : thanks to Transam too (nice car by the way) )) Edited September 3, 2015 by happysoul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMHO Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 Thanks for your answers, particularly IMHO for doing my homework )) I guess nowadays all truck are fairly good. Looking at various models, the differences are the gadgets inside and the overall emotional taste for a certain "look". The more I look at models, the less I know which one i prefer... headache ! That's why i need advice from owners, knowing that each owner loves his truck and it's the best. But still nice to hear how good they are. Going back to homework, looking at 6 manual gear models... Will post my thoughts later. Cheers and thanks Edit : thanks to Transam too (nice car by the way) )) Right - all are good trucks, all are reliable, The ones nearer to the top of my list have better infotainment systems than others - e.g. the Ranger and BT-50 are otherwise great trucks, but let down by their aging infotainment systems at this price point (you need to go the Ranger Wildtrak to get an up to date system). If you value safety features, pay careful attention to the spec sheets -while all the "new comers" have models with all the safety systems and airbags, it's sometimes only on their absolute top grade - which can be 100K more than your stated budget. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pomthai Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 Buy a 3.2 BT50 its better than all of the others. I know this because I have one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happysoul Posted September 3, 2015 Author Share Posted September 3, 2015 Thanks again... Choice is narrowing... Still on the list is Toyota Revo 4x4 2.8l G, BT-50 3.2 pro and isuzu (either x series or V...). Isuzu might get out if they only have 5 gears... The change will be made this December or later, so still time to think about it... Oh, by the way, it's me whose selling my older BT-50 hi-racer on some free thai foreign add website Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaseTheBass Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 There are 3 that are head and shoulders above the others: Ford Ranger, Mazda BT-50 and Mitsu Triton. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaseTheBass Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 There are 3 that are head and shoulders above the others: Ford Ranger, Mazda BT-50 and Mitsu Triton. Why....? Drive them and you will find out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace of Pop Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 HANG ON...Hes gone to ask The Wifes Brother. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavisH Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 Thanks for your answers, particularly IMHO for doing my homework )) I guess nowadays all truck are fairly good. Looking at various models, the differences are the gadgets inside and the overall emotional taste for a certain "look". The more I look at models, the less I know which one i prefer... headache ! That's why i need advice from owners, knowing that each owner loves his truck and it's the best. But still nice to hear how good they are. Going back to homework, looking at 6 manual gear models... Will post my thoughts later. Cheers and thanks Edit : thanks to Transam too (nice car by the way) )) quite a number of the ford ranger models have 6MT gearboxes. https://www.ford.co.th/en/trucks/new-ranger/models#step=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMHO Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 (edited) Thanks for your answers, particularly IMHO for doing my homework )) I guess nowadays all truck are fairly good. Looking at various models, the differences are the gadgets inside and the overall emotional taste for a certain "look". The more I look at models, the less I know which one i prefer... headache ! That's why i need advice from owners, knowing that each owner loves his truck and it's the best. But still nice to hear how good they are. Going back to homework, looking at 6 manual gear models... Will post my thoughts later. Cheers and thanks Edit : thanks to Transam too (nice car by the way) )) quite a number of the ford ranger models have 6MT gearboxes. https://www.ford.co.th/en/trucks/new-ranger/models#step=1 All of them, except for the Isuzu D-Max, are available with 6MT As a requirement, it only eliminates the least interesting one Edited September 3, 2015 by IMHO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullcave Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 Thanks for your answers, particularly IMHO for doing my homework )) I guess nowadays all truck are fairly good. Looking at various models, the differences are the gadgets inside and the overall emotional taste for a certain "look". The more I look at models, the less I know which one i prefer... headache ! That's why i need advice from owners, knowing that each owner loves his truck and it's the best. But still nice to hear how good they are. Going back to homework, looking at 6 manual gear models... Will post my thoughts later. Cheers and thanks Edit : thanks to Transam too (nice car by the way) )) After sales service, power, fuel efficiency, safety, and depreciation are considerations that should top the list. I know that ALL new model toyota trucks have ABS and airbags where as the lower level Mazda and Isuzu trucks have brakes that lock up and will stand your hair on end especially when braking in the rain. I am speaking from experience! The Isuzu will hold it’s value almost as good as the Toyota however you will take a hit with the Mazda. Isuzu in known for excellent fuel efficiency however the new 6 speed Toyota maybe as good. Power is good on all models you listed with exception to the 2.5 Isuzu (130 hp). After sales service all three look good excepting Mazda has less dealership locations and less availability of after market parts.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happysoul Posted September 3, 2015 Author Share Posted September 3, 2015 The more it goes, the more I tend for Toyota. Dealer is close, good security, great liability and good resale value. Thanks for all the help and advises. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMHO Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 The more it goes, the more I tend for Toyota. Dealer is close, good security, great liability and good resale value. Thanks for all the help and advises. Cheers Yep, there's nothing bad to say about the Hilux, so long as you look at it blindfolded and you don't compare prices Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skyboogie Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 My two cents: I bought a new 2014 BT-50 3.2 4x4 AT for 899,000 and I love it. So does the ol lady. The Ranger was #1 on the list but they didn't offer a 3.2 4x4 XLT (which is essentially what I got in the Mazda) If the Revo were out at the time, I would have strongly considered it because the after sales service of Toyota is unprecedented and the Hilux is legendary. It's a pretty sexy truck. Owned a Chevy Captiva and will never buy another overseas Chevy again so the Colorado was off the table. The Triton, V-Cross and Navara engines were too small to consider paying 1,000,000+ I say, save yourself 200,000 and put it toward after market parts (Tow Bar, Tonneau Cover, Tires, Reverse Camera, Bull Bar, etc..) Get more truck for your buck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katipo Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I love the look of the new Ranger, both inside and out. It would be my clear choice, especially as the handling has also been improved. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMHO Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I love the look of the new Ranger, both inside and out. It would be my clear choice, especially as the handling has also been improved. You put it through it's paces..?......... Why do you ask like that? It's not that hard to drive down to a Ford dealer and take a drive in one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katipo Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I love the look of the new Ranger, both inside and out. It would be my clear choice, especially as the handling has also been improved. You put it through it's paces..?......... Why do you ask like that? It's not that hard to drive down to a Ford dealer and take a drive in one Weeeeeell, a guy goes to a dealer, checks tyre pressures to insure the ride comfort is acceptable... He then takes the ride up to 100k and deals with road bends......He then takes it off road and sees how it handles............yes/no..... The guy says the Ford handling has been improved......I am asking if he has proved it himself, or is it a brochure thingy...... Yes and no. I have taken it for a test drive, but not put it through it's paces. The dealership would only let me take it on a 5-6km back/forth down the highway with the Sales Rep plopped right beside me. I was surprised at how light the handling felt for a vehicle of that size though. I also must admit that I had no driven the pre-facelift model. My comment was based on reviews I have read, not a brochure. The only other truck I have driven was an 8 year old Izuzu which felt like driving a brick....... but before you say it, no I've never actually driven a brick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterphil Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Toyota. Because I own one, and my Thai BIL & SIL are mechanics and they own one too. Toyota are built better here in Thailand and the after sales care is second to none. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterphil Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Why don't you rent each one you like for a week and see how they compare? Thats what I did, but I knew I was going with Toyota anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMHO Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Why don't you rent each one you like for a week and see how they compare? Thats what I did, but I knew I was going with Toyota anyway. Then why did you do it? Wanted some buyer's remorse before you pulled the trigger? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMHO Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Toyota. Because I own one, and my Thai BIL & SIL are mechanics and they own one too. Does it add more weight if it's direct relatives, not just in-laws that own one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterphil Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Why don't you rent each one you like for a week and see how they compare? Thats what I did, but I knew I was going with Toyota anyway. Then why did you do it? Wanted some buyer's remorse before you pulled the trigger? No! I'd rented Fortuners and Vigos for 5 years when I needed a car, so I tried the others to see what they were like. Toyota won hands down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterphil Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Toyota. Because I own one, and my Thai BIL & SIL are mechanics and they own one too. Does it add more weight if it's direct relatives, not just in-laws that own one? Possibly. If you know some Thai mechanics ask them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMHO Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Why don't you rent each one you like for a week and see how they compare? Thats what I did, but I knew I was going with Toyota anyway. Then why did you do it? Wanted some buyer's remorse before you pulled the trigger? No! I'd rented Fortuners and Vigos for 5 years when I needed a car, so I tried the others to see what they were like. Toyota won hands down. Heheh, I'm just messing with you. Up until 2011, the Hilux was clearly the best pickup truck on the market. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misterphil Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Why don't you rent each one you like for a week and see how they compare? Thats what I did, but I knew I was going with Toyota anyway. Then why did you do it? Wanted some buyer's remorse before you pulled the trigger? No! I'd rented Fortuners and Vigos for 5 years when I needed a car, so I tried the others to see what they were like. Toyota won hands down. Heheh, I'm just messing with you. Up until 2011, the Hilux was clearly the best pickup truck on the market. Never mind, mines a 2012 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shermanator Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 (edited) Toyota, or a Toyota, and if you can't get one, try to get a Toyota!!!! There is no substitute. Stay away from Ford, Nissan and worst - Chevrolet! Edited September 4, 2015 by Shermanator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1BADDAT Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 There are 4 rangers in the parking lot at work out of 8 trucks total. 3 of the owners are engineers that work in he auto industry if that makes a difference to you. My other friends has a BT 50 pro as well (same truck as the Ranger essentially). I would recommend either one after riding in them. They seem to be a good quality vehicle. Like Transam, i am a Toyota guy, and when I sold my Tacoma in the U.S. The resale price was amazing. But I can't speak for resale values here if that is a consideration for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farangmick Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Fullcave talks sense here. Out in the sticks I have Toyota, Isuzu and Nissan dealers. Everyone else is at least 100k away in Phetchabun city. Few years since I bought the truck by elimination. Toyota..only two trucks in showroom, both basic J models. Salesman reluctant to come out of his air con office and even unlock one, never mind a test drive. No brochures on higher spec models. Nissan.. great salesman, offered 24 hour test drive, but truck a shed. Mega thirsty, a friend bought one in England and got bugger all resale. That left Isuzu by default, and I've been perfectly happy with the truck and service since. I know the latest trucks are more car-like to drive, but after 10 years driving an ancient Landrover in England with wife No. 1;s horses behind, it feels like a Limo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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