2014 Ford Fiesta Sport 1.5

Think B-segment in Malaysia and the options are split between the Honda City or Toyota Vios/Yaris. It’s a no-brainer and will continue to be for the foreseeable future. Nobody argues against them, except the minority that shun Japanese cars because those that are still mentally colonised to believe that “continental” cars are more solid still walk among us and probably drive Ford Fiestas. Well, given the reliability of “continental” B-segment models here, the buyers are definitely walking becaus

When it comes to buying a used car, what you see isn’t always what you get. In fact, more often than not, what you can’t see is probably what you’ll end up getting… in the form of a hefty repair bill down the road. CARSOME understands the consumer’s need for transparency and subjects all cars listed on its site to a comprehensive 175-point inspection. The primary purpose of the inspection is to ensure that each car listed fulfills CARSOME’s strict criteria to ensure the vehicle’s high quality. T

Malaysia is a melting pot of cultures, cuisine, and cars. While the first two aspects can be very enticing to foreigners or expats in the country, that last bit is, unfortunately, a little overwhelming to some. Malaysia is still very much a car-centric nation and if you’re going to stay here for some years, you’ll probably need a car. “As a foreigner or an expat, what’s the process of purchasing a car in Malaysia?” The short answer is simple; depending on your visa or permit, you go about it jus

The Honda Jazz was the undisputed king of the compact hatchback right up to the point that it was unfortunately discontinued in the Malaysian market. Its sales figures struck fear into the hatch of any other B-segment hatchback. Spanning 3 generations here, the final GK Jazz proved to be the most successful before it was replaced by the Honda City Hatchback. Jazz sales over the 3 generations totalled just over 100,000 units with 80,000 of those being locally assembled. That gave it a market shar

Purchasing a used car allows buyers to obtain a relatively new vehicle in good condition at lower prices than buying a brand new one. In addition to good deals, used car buyers also enjoy better price retention after purchase as vehicles typically depreciate the most in the first three years after being driven out the showroom doors. However, whilst one typically pays less for a car the older it gets, the 'catch-22' is that interest rates and financing limits will vary. Thus, whilst it may be ch

There's an old adage that goes – you can tell a lot about a man from the shoes he wears – but did you know, it’s pretty much the same when buying a used car? If you know what to look out for, the tyres of a car can tell you a lot about how it has been used and maintained – so you know if you're really getting a good deal. Here are some of the most important signs you need to know about. Tyre health Tyres are perhaps the most expensive maintenance item on your car, and unfortunately where a subst