[SO SÁNH] Under 700 million VND, which high chassis car is right for you?

Buying your first car is never easy, there are many things you will consider before “spending money”. The article below will help you choose one of 3 notable car models in the price range under 700 million: Mitsubishi Xpander Cross, Toyota Rush and Hyundai Kona.

The appeal of high-clearance cars is huge. With prices often approximately equal to or only slightly higher than sedans of the same range, high-clearance cars (MPV, SUV, CUV) are much more versatile with the ability to overcome difficult terrain, spacious interiors and larger luggage compartments. These are also car designs that are easily chosen by many first-time car buyers because of their versatility. With the development of technology, the disadvantages of high-clearance vehicles such as stalling when cornering, consuming gas, and being heavy have also been significantly reduced. It is no coincidence that in many major markets around the world, high-clearance cars have overwhelming sales of traditional car designs such as sedans or hatchbacks.

In the high chassis car segment under 700 million VND, we have very prominent representatives: Mitsubishi Xpander Cross, Toyota Rush and Hyundai Kona. These are all multi-purpose vehicles with youthful and outstanding designs, suitable for young customers. Recently, there has been another very notable representative, the Kia Seltos. However, because the car has just been introduced, we couldn’t find a Seltos to compare. It should also be noted that the only car selection criterion here is the price below 700 million VND. That’s why we’re going to compare a chassis SUV (Toyota Rush), an MPV hybrid SUV (Mitsubishi Xpander Cross) and a crossover (Hyundai Kona).

Of the three cars, the special Hyundai Kona 2.0 version has the highest listed price – 699 million VND. However, because this is a domestically assembled car and enjoys a 50% discount on registration fees, the on-road price in Hanoi of Hyundai Kona is the lowest: 763 million VND. Meanwhile, Mitsubishi Xpander Cross has a rolling price of 773 million VND, Toyota Rush is 780 million VND. Of course, there will be customers who are more sympathetic to imported cars, but in terms of price, Hyundai Kona has an advantage.

Overall dimensions

When we consider the overall size of the three cars, the Mitsubishi Xpander Cross is the largest and most practical car. That is reasonable because Mitsubishi’s MPV model was born to comfortably carry 7 people in the car, something that few SUVs larger than the Rush are unlikely to be able to do. When looking at the numbers above, customers looking for the most practical car for the whole family will easily find the answer.

Not everyone is looking for the biggest car for the least amount of money, though. There will be people who feel that a 5-seat configuration like the new Hyundai Kona is suitable for their needs, especially for those who often travel within the city. However, it should be noted that the Xpander Cross – although it is the largest car – is the lightest of the three representatives, 15 kg lighter than the Rush and 35 kg lighter than the Kona. That is likely to affect the fuel consumption of the three vehicles.

Exterior equipment

Everyone’s definition of beauty is different, so it’s difficult to say which of the three cars will be more beautiful. All three Xpander Cross, Rush and Kona exude health, personality and modernity. Xpander Cross scores points with its bold cross-country design but also full of modernity with Dynamic Shield language. Toyota Rush is no less competitive with its sharp LED eyes and youthful design. Hyundai Kona is also very innovative with its high DRL design and sharp lines on the body. Overall, no car really lags behind when we talk about exterior design.

However, there are still small differences between the three cars. Hyundai Kona has the largest set of wheels at 18 inches. Large wheels combined with tires up to 235 mm and compact body make Hyundai Kona much sportier and more agile than the other two models. However, this is also the only car model that still uses a twisted bar antenna, which looks quite out of place on a car with a modern overall design like the Kona.

Furnishing

When it comes to the interior, we have a lot to discuss. First is the number of seats. Of course, for those who are looking for maximum practicality, the Mitsubishi Xpander Cross is the answer with 3 very spacious rows of seats. Toyota Rush is probably only called a 5+2 car because the third row of seats is quite cramped.

Meanwhile, Hyundai Kona only has 2 rows of seats. When comparing the air conditioning system, the Xpander Cross is superior to 2 competitors with a rear air conditioning system with 4 air vents (Rush only has 3 air vents, Kona does not have rear air conditioning), but Mitsubishi’s MPV model only uses mechanical air conditioning, while the other 2 cars have automatic air conditioning.

Xpander Cross also has 2-tone leather seats that are more beautiful than Toyota Rush’s felt seats and Kona’s black leather seats. However, when comparing the central screen, Kona is superior with an 8-inch screen. Hyundai’s CUV model also has a more “pampering” driver’s seat with 10-way power adjustment. Moving down to the luggage compartment, we once again see that the Mitsubishi Xpander Cross is a practical boss with a much larger luggage compartment than its competitors.

Engine, transmission system

The Toyota Rush and Mitsubishi Xpander Cross have very similar engine power levels, with the Xpander Cross being a slightly more powerful model. Combined with lighter weight, Xpander Cross has a better power/weight ratio than its compatriot.

However, the Hyundai Kona is the most powerful car and with a 6-speed automatic transmission, it is also the model that provides the most exciting driving experience. It is also quite surprising that the new Hyundai Kona is the most fuel-efficient car on the standard test track. So, choose the most spacious and practical car or the one that gives the most exciting driving experience? Each consumer will have their own answer.

Safety system

However, when it comes to safety equipment, the Hyundai Kona is a convincing winner. The car has up to 6 airbags while the Xpander Cross and Rush only have 2 bags. Hyundai Kona also has 4 disc brakes, traction control system, and 8 parking sensors at the front and rear of the car. In addition, only Kona has active safety systems such as Forward Collision Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Warning and Blind Spot Warning.

Conclude

Of the three cars, perhaps Toyota Rush is the weakest car. It’s not the most spacious car, nor is it the most convincing driving experience. Perhaps if the Toyota Rush had a 2-wheel drive system and a more powerful engine, the competitiveness of this car model would be greater. However, the strength of the Toyota brand and the solidity of the body-on-frame chassis platform are also two things that are enough to make this car attract a certain number of customers.

Mitsubishi Xpander Cross is an attractive combination of modern design, spacious interior and necessary comfort for a 7-seat family car. This is a very suitable car model for those who are looking for the most practical car in the price range of 700 million VND. On the contrary, Hyundai Kona is the most dynamic, youthful and most enjoyable CUV. These are two car models with two different uses and are both very worthy of choice in the price range of under 700 million VND.

Vi Pham (Tuoitrethudo)