Originally posted by xmark:
Let's list out some choice within the range.
1) Toyota Aitis
2) Mitsubishi Lancer
3) Honda Airwave
4) Mazda 3
All brothers and sisters here please share your view for the above
model. 
Below are the views/comments i gather from other forum (they may
or may not be true):
1. Altis
Heard FC so so only. Built quality not so good.
Don't think you want to change from a jap g9 to a thai altis. But
out of your 4 options, think altis should be the best.
2. Lancer
Heard auto gear box got problem. Upslope not much power. Engine
out-dated and roar like lion after reaching 3k rpm. But it's the
cheapest among your 4 options.
3. Airwave
Heard engine underpower, using 1.5L engine to move its long body.
Can only get from PI. Parts can be a problem and costly to
repair.
4. M3
Heard body is heavy but built quality is good. FC no good. A bit
overpriced for a 1.6L though jap made.
