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Hi guys, i am about to get my first car.

Something small that can move me around lagos, with a budget of 2m to 2.5m max.

From my research it seems d best options for this price range are -:

Peugeot 206
Ford Focus
Kia Rio.

I particularly have a preference for hatchback cars.

Which will you advice me to go for? Thanks.

Honda Civic.

weyreypey:
Honda Civic.

I like Honda too, but my friends keep mentioning Honda’s Leg issues.

Xenob:


I like Honda too, but my friends keep mentioning Honda’s Leg issues.

The civic is exempted from such issues

Buy a non converted Peugeot 206 and enjoy peace of mind. The Kia Rio is also a good choice but being a Peugeot fan and having driven the 206, 100% Recommended.

Isorshe:
Buy a non converted Peugeot 206 and enjoy peace of mind. The Kia Rio is also a good choice but being a Peugeot fan and having driven the 206, 100% Recommended.

A 206 accident is always fatal.

weyreypey:

The civic is exempted from such issues

Oh I didn’t know this, thank you

Isorshe:
Buy a non converted Peugeot 206 and enjoy peace of mind. The Kia Rio is also a good choice but being a Peugeot fan and having driven the 206, 100% Recommended.

Nice!! What about electrical issues associated with older Peugeot cars?

Does d 206 have it?

Xenob:


Nice!! What about electrical issues associated with older Peugeot cars?

Does d 206 have it?

Plenty

Xenob:


Nice!! What about electrical issues associated with older Peugeot cars?

Does d 206 have it?

I've had 2 Peugeot, presently driving a 307, I've never experienced any electrical issues beyond the common ones experienced by every car ( tapping glass failure due to water entering during wash, blown fuse, dead light bulbs). I've also not heard from any Peugeot I meet at the mechanic complaining of any strange electrical issues you hear from non Peugeot s.
When you take care of a car, it serves you well.

weyreypey:

Plenty

Can you share from your experience so we learn from it.

Isorshe:

Can you share from your experience so we learn from it.

You use Peugeot. You know the truth.

weyreypey:
Honda Civic.

What year of the civic will you recommend for my 2m budget pls

Xenob:


What year of the civic will you recommend for my 2m budget pls

The less complicated the better. Based on your taste

weyreypey:

The less complicated the better. Based on your taste

Okay, so like any from the years 03-08?

Xenob:


Okay, so like any from the years 03-08?

All good. The 2005 is a sweet point. But if I may ask what do you intend to use the car for?

Go for a non abused Peugeot 206 and have a peace of mind….i drive one and the reliability is top notch…never had any problems with it and it’s very rugged small vehicle

temizeee:
Go for a non abused Peugeot 206 and have a peace of mind….i drive one and the reliability is top notch…never had any problems with it and it’s very rugged small vehicle

Is he going to be pushing manual transmission or auto with the french automobile?

If you can’t drive a stick shift, avoid Peugeot o

weyreypey:

All good. The 2005 is a sweet point. But if I may ask what do you intend to use the car for?

For personal use around Lagos.

Xenob:


For personal use around Lagos.

Civic is it. There's a reason it's one of the most stolen vehicle in the US. There's also a reason why the 206 never entered the US market.

Peugeot 206 is best.

Let me tell you the secret to longevity of that vehicle.

When you buy a tokunbo Peugeot, find a Peugeot expert not mechanic, I repeat not a roadside mechanic. There are companies that fix Peugeots only. change all the rollers that control the timing belt including the timing belt with the best original products in the market. It will serve you for 5years before it's due and the car will never give you any major issue. If you just keep driving it that way once it slips your top is gone with many damges.

Good luck

victor08:
Peugeot 206 is best.

Let me tell you the secret to longevity of that vehicle.

When you buy a tokunbo Peugeot, find a Peugeot expert not mechanic, I repeat not a roadside mechanic. There are companies that fix Peugeots only. change all the rollers that control the timing belt including the timing belt with the best original products in the market. It will serve you for 5years before it's due and the car will never give you any major issue. If you just keep driving it that way once it slips your top is gone with many damges.

Good luck

All the reason he should flee from pijo. Experts?!
Lols seems like the guy offended you before...

From the 3 you posted.

Do you drive stick? If yes get the Peugeot.

But if you can’t? Get the kia auto.

Why don't u try driving all three & see which one u like the most...Then do ur research on the said vehicle u ended up choosing & see wether it aligns with ur life style. 😤

I can recommend in the order below:
1 Peugeot 206
2 Honda civic
3 Kia Rio hatchback.
My 2cents.

Not a lover of small cars.

weyreypey:
Honda Civic.

WTF?


Honda!!!?

Xenob:
Hi guys, i am about to get my first car.

Something small that can move me around lagos, with a budget of 2m to 2.5m max.

From my research it seems d best options for this price range are -:

Peugeot 206
Ford Focus
Kia Rio.

I particularly have a preference for hatchback cars.

Which will you advice me to go for? Thanks.

Buy Kia Rio. Easy to maintain.

But Op why don't you go for corrola. This cars are too ugly. I'm been sincere. I just dislike those cars

Just go For Kia Picato