Ey guys,

I'm planning to buy a new car soon. I've test drive actually the Ford Fiesta 1.6 Sport , Honda Jazz 1.3 and the Toyota 1.5G.

Here's what I need:

1. Ease of Driving. I'm not a great driver & that good in parking. So I need something simple.
2. Fuel Efficient. With gas prices going up and global warming. I want to do my part and save a few pesos too.
3. Reliability. I'm not rich so whatever car I'm buying, I'm going to have to live with it for at least the next 8 years or so.
4. Value for money. I'm not a car savvy so I want something that's easy to maintain and affordable. Don't want to burn my pockets on repairs and services.

Of course, looks and features are extras I also consider.

My quick findings and questions:
1. Ford Fiesta - I read reviews that it consumes around 7-8 KM/L in Manila that doesn't sound too good... I did notice it revs a lot when I drove it. And is Ford as reliable and has a good resale value like the Japs? Best looking Car though of the 3 though.
2. Honda Jazz - I liked the driving dynamics and during the test drive I averaged 10-11 km/L in the city so that's pretty good. Though it is kinda pricey for 1.3 engine where the others are 1.5 & 1.6. But does a bigger engine make a big difference for taking me around the city? Also I'm confused on whether maintain a Honda is expensive or not? Coz I got friends who say it's the relative the same as a Toyota and others say it's more expensive. The parts and service are expensive daw. So which one is true??? Enlighten me please! Oh I heard the 2011 Jazz just came out, I will visit again the dealership soon.
3. Toyota Vios - I like the nice accessories they pimped in the Vios 1.5G. However, I feel the driving position isn't as good as the other two, the rear view mirror is kinda low and it gives me a blind spot towards the upper right view. But the interiors show refinement and class. Also, I feel Vios is a safe choice knowing that is being a Toyota. However, Driving one can't help but feel that no matter how pimped up your Vios is, there are a lot of Vios taxis going around. In contrast, being a popular choice as a taxi means, it's built like a tank and maintaining one shouldn't burn a hole in one's pocket.

So what you think guys? My top picks are either Jazz or Vios though. I will have to think long and hard on this. But I'd like to here your views as well.