Buying Passo 2009 model (advice needed)

[GreenRose]

I want to buy my first car ever. It had to be a compact automatic car without CNG so I closed in for passo/boon.

I researched a bit and found that 2009 model of Passo is Not among the popular models but the car I am thinking to buy is a 2009 Toyota Passo G 1.0...!

Is 2009 faulty?
What is the current market value with under 70K mileage?
Anyone here own or know about 2009 model?

Please share your experience or give some advice. I will appreciate it

Thank You

[umartariq21]

I want to buy my first car ever. It had to be a compact automatic car without CNG so I closed in for passo/boon.

I researched a bit and found that 2009 model of Passo is Not among the popular models but the car I am thinking to buy is a 2009 Toyota Passo G 1.0...!

Is 2009 faulty?
What is the current market value with under 70K mileage?
Anyone here own or know about 2009 model?

Please share your experience or give some advice. I will appreciate it

Thank You

I would suggest go for CVT transmission model at least.

[umartariq21]

New shape model 2010+

[GreenRose]

I would suggest go for CVT transmission model at least.

What is CVT and how will I know it?

[umartariq21]

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How will I know it?

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2010+ models (new shape) which is currently on roads is CVT

[GreenRose]

What about 2009 model isn't it CVT?

[tintin1]

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[enthusiastic.learner]

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What about 2009 model isn't it CVT?

i guess 2009 model is CVT but 2008 model is not.
The best way is to check its Dip Stick of gear oil to confirm.

Cars with CVT are more fuel efficient than none-cvt models.

Passo drive is very comfortable and i believe you will enjoy it most.

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Check it out thoroughly before you make the buy. Suspension takes the most abuse in our country due to harsh road conditions so make sure you're not buying a "choon choon ka murabba". Check the engine too, especially watch out for any jugaars with the cooling system like non stock radiator cap or removed thermostat valve.

[bilalahm]

The previous shape also came with CVT though its rare.

[GreenRose]

It is confirmed that it is 4VT transmission not CVT, as CVT is available only from 2010 onwards. Should I still go with it? Is having a CVT is a must have?

[enthusiastic.learner]

It is confirmed that it is 4VT transmission not CVT, as CVT is available only from 2010 onwards. Should I still go with it? Is having a CVT is a must have?

Non CVT transmissions are not that bad either if you take care of the regular maintenance. However CVT has it's advantages such as more power, more fuel economy, high smoothness and overall a pleasant driving experience.