Booking new city 1.5 prosmatec. Is aspire worth going for or not?

[israrmuaziz]

Like the title says. Just want to know opinions on wether Aspire is worth going for given that the price is 150k over the base 1.5 PT.

Probably going to Honda north tomorrow inshallah.
Also what TDD could I expect?

[zuhaibafzal]

I don’t like it’s leather seats otherwise it totally worths. But if you can live without alloy rims and other stuffs. 1.5 prosmatec is a good buy

[umarriaz88409836]

For me, alloy rims and navigation panel are the two main features making Aspire worth the price difference. You might think otherwise.

[stapni]

1.5 prosmatec with navigation + fog lights
Best value for money

[israrmuaziz]

Thanks for the responses. the rims and the infotainment system are the things that interest me. Will I be able to install google maps on the device? Internet connection won’t be a problem since any 4g WiFi device can be used for that.

2nd I wouldnt be the one using the car. Its going to be for the parents. I daily drive a 2009 city so I already know what to expect comfort wise. I’m just worried about the leather seats being uncomfortable in the summer heat here.

Also does anyone know what TDD(eta on delivery) to expect booking the car this month/week?

[hammad225]

Received my aspire pt 1.5 on 23rd may, Alhumdulilah im fully satisfied and happy with the decision. Infotainment system is smooth and has all the connectivity options, google maps work great , youtube and any other apps run fine. I would recommend you to go for aspire.
I booked it on 24 nov 2017 and got tdd of april 30 2018. But received it on 23rd may, after so many visits of dealership. Its price got increased by 50,000rs at the start of 2018, and i paid that . It again increased by 1 lac but fortunately i had paid in full amount already so the price hike didnt apply to me. If you book it today youll get tdd of december or January approximately and by that time price would have increased ( keeping in view the recent trend). We all should discourage own practise but its better to buy at own right now rather than paying same amount and waiting for 7 months as well. Well thats what i think!

[israrmuaziz]

Thanks for the input. I am against this own/premium plague so will have to most likely wait it out. Maybe harass some of the sales people there for quicker delivery. I’ve heard the peshawar dealership guys are cooperative so will pay them a visit tomorrow to see what they say about it

[hammad225]

Good luck

[mehran]

Aspire version is no doubt a good option. Personally I dislike leather seats but I like alloys and front fogs. So if I was buying I might just get a M/T 1.5 without Aspire option. But that's my choice

[chinyoti]

Mentioning aspire on the invoice is definitely a plus point.

Alloys
Navigation
Leather

Are 3 major plusses for aspire over standard version. 1.5 already gets antenna and Chrome's.

However the wooden panel in aspire is a turn off for me atleast.

Earlier Engine was something you cudnt get even after market. Now the 3 major features can be bought aftermarket but the aspire on invoice is definitely a plus point.

Other than that you can check the availability in case standard is available earlier you can go for it. Or else adding > 120k be a problem for aspire over standard

[saad.ikram.5688]

It totally depends on what are your requirements.
You go Leather Seats
Navigation
Fog Lamps
Alloys
4 Speakers
Chrome Trims and wooden paneling etc

Ask yourself which of these do you want and are they worth the price.

For example lets say i just wanted the alloy wheels and navigation i would have gone aftermarket cause there is nothing much to go wrong going aftermarket for these things.
Lets say you want Fog lamps and leather seats and alloys then i would say Aspire as factory fitter leather is better in finishing and no warranty is voided with fog lamps and no cutting of wires etc.

[zuhaibafzal]

Leather seats are not good. I'll prefer fabric seats over leather anyday.

[saad.ikram.5688]

Yeah same here. Dont know why but leather seats take away the comfort of the seats.
I have a 2016 Gli with after market Leatherite seats and i regret that decision.

A week ago i bought a 2014 JDM Alto for myself as Dad uses the Corolla and my dad was saying so saddar chalain for mats and seat covers etc and i was like nope never. I am not making the same mistake twice i want to enjoy my car with the extra comfort of the fabric seats and i will clean them my selves so dont worry but no leather seat covers

[umarrajpoot117]

Leather seats are the most comfortable seats ever I have experienced!(Only if the leather is genuine!!!) I am using these cover from 6 months and the stitching is up to the par.

[umarrajpoot117]

I am enjoying these covers.

[mir.azam]

Definitely worth it !!
I'm a proud owner of Aspire variant (1.3 Aspire Prosmatec) and to sum up it's a complete car i.e Navigation, Rims & Leather Seats no addition needed. I love OEM Upgrades and for a guy like me Aspire is ftw.

P.s. I have owned 2 base grade variants in the past and believe me difference is worth spending more.

[israrmuaziz]

Thanks for the opinions everyone. Alhamdulillah booked aspire pt today. TDD of 30th November. Let’s see if they deliver on time.

[mehran]

Congratulations! I'm sure you will enjoy it.

[asad1]

Better go for.JDM

[israrmuaziz]

Old car with no maintainence history that probably has had a sweaty smelly Japanese bottom on the seats for years. No thanks.