The V2 which is based on Toyota’s New Basic Car (NBC) platform, the similar platform on which the 1st generation Vitz was based, offer approximately the whole thing that the top-of-the-line Cultus (Celerio) VXL offers but bearing in mind the price of V2, which is PKR 10.7 lac only, it seems a better value for money.
Cons of FAW V2
The V2 looks a good buy evaluated to the 3 Suzuki rivals; on the other hand there are definite aspects that have been keeping the buyers away.
Lack of trims
The V2 comes in a single trim, even though the car is well equipped and presents everything you can ask for. Still, there is a reason why car manufacturers around the world offer diverse trim levels with each car in order to cater the diversified consumer preferences. Accessibility in a just a single trim hold back the sales of V2.
Lack of transmission options
There are a large number of buyers who prefer driving automatic cars, the V2 comes with manual transmission only which is measured as a disadvantage.
Pros of V2
- Safest car in its class
- FAW V2 comes equipped with driver & passenger airbags,
- ABS with EBD and built-in door crash beams can be labeled as the safest car available in its class.
- The V2 also has a 3-star crash test score from CNCAP.
Local Assembled
Now that the V2 is assembled locally, it will give a lot of self-reliance to those who were earlier hesitant to go for it.
Affordable Prices
With a price tag of PKR 10.7 lac (ex factory), the V2 is a very reasonably priced car particularly when you compare it with other available alternative in the market.
Conclusion
The local assembled FAW V2 is a ray of hope for consumers to get better equipped vehicle in a reasonable amount of money.
Given a change to buy, will you go for FAW V2? Cast your vote below and let us know with your comments.
