Chinese brands have made this segment a good way to attract customers since they can offer a spacious and equipped alternative for the price of a sedan.
The summer period is taken advantage of by many families who renew their car before going on vacation. Due to the need to travel with passengers and cargo to destinations, many have to look for a car offering three rows of seats on a budget, either to carry more than 5 occupants or to take advantage of the rear volume like a huge trunk . .
In this comparison, we present the 7-seater models that cost less than 15 million pesos, including manufacturer bonuses.
Some concessions on automobile safety
In order to offer a spacious model in this price range, many manufacturers save when choosing equipment configuration For what Only one of the models mentioned has 6 airbags although out of stock (Toyota Rush).
In fact, having only 2 airbags can be a reason for loss but it is a good solution for our third world reality, where during the vacation period it is not difficult to find 7 or more passengers in a compact sedan like a Chevrolet Sail or a Toyota Yaris, that is why these Economic models attack precisely this part of the market as a basis.
These nine models are:
– GDS G03f (from $10,990,000)
– Jettour X70 (from $12,490,000)
– SWM G05 Pro (from $12,490,000)
– DFSK 560 (from $12,690,000)
– Chevrolet Spin (from $12,790,000)
– DFM T5L (from $14,090,000)
– Rush to Toyota (from $14,390,000)
– DFSK 580 (from $14,490,000)
– Jac JS8 (from $14,690,000)
Some aspirated, others with turbo.
The nine models have engines between 1.5 and 2.0 liters . Some offer turbo and others are vacuumed therefore their power ranges oscillate between 102 HP at least (Toyota Rush) and achieve up to 180 HP to the maximum (Jac JS8). All alternatives offered have a manual transmission 5 speed, except the DFM T5L and Jac JS8 which have a 6-speed manual gearbox.

Security
All models offer a safety feature consisting of 2 airbags, ABS brakes, ESP stability control, traction control, hill start assist and many offer a tire pressure monitor. As differentiating characteristics, all have 4-wheel disc brakes except SWM G03f, Chevrolet Spin and Toyota Rush . Additionally, the DFSK has front side airbags, while the Toyota Rush offers 6 airbags in all its versions. In the case of the Jetour X70, you will have to upgrade to the intermediate version to find 4 airbags.

Comfort
All models have air conditioning, reverse sensors and screens between 7 and 12 inches. Only some have Android Auto and Apple Carplay, but They all include a rear view camera. Please note, only the DFSK has a sunroof as standard, while in the intermediate version of the Jetour X70 we already find a panoramic roof, a 360 camera and eco-leather upholstery. Another important fact: All have rear seat air vents except the DFSK 560 and Chevrolet Spin.

Dimensions
In terms of dimensions, the results are quite different, with the Chevrolet Spin and Toyota Rush being the most compact models, measuring less than 4.5 meters long. The other competitors far exceed this figure, the Jac JS8 being the largest model at 4.81 meters long.

And you? Which of these models do you prefer?
Source: Latercera

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