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A good buddy of mine was considering the above same sedans but the current models in 2018 during the engine capacity based vehicle import duty era before the luxury tax. The Accord he loved it and almost bought it. In the end he bought a BMW 530e simply because there were far more on the roads of Colombo and spares and repairs in that context would be more easier (and the import duty was similar or less for the bimmer compared to the other 2). Camry Hybrid will be mechanically similar to all other Toyota hybrids with HSD but parts will be scarce - hence identifying a problem maybe easy but to fix it one may have to order parts and wait. The Accord differs mechanically from the Fit Hybrid and Vezel & the agent I doubt has much experience with it and once issues crop up finding a capable repair center may be challenging and parts even more so. But the Accord Hybrid is one lean machine.

Steering rack.

If you drive about 40000 Km per year the hybrid is worthwhile. Anything less than 20000 Km I must agree with Indrajee.

Home visiting hairdressers and mechanics are both desperately needed these days

Try this: Connect a jumper between pin 4 (CG pin) and pin 13 ( TC pin) on the OBD2 connector. Starting at the top row reading from left to right, pin 4 would be the pin 4 pins away from the left on top row. On bottom row pin 13 would be 4 pins from the right on bottom row. Connect the two pins using a small paper clip, then put the car into ready mode. It will start blinking the ABS light on the dash and the touch screen display will not look normal. Press the brake pedal 8 times or more in 5 seconds after turning the car into ready mode. Turn off the car and remove jumper. The ABS light will not be on. This procedure only resets the light, not the underlying problem The video below is applicable to most Toyota vehicles from the last 2 decades including hybrids If this does not work flush bleed and replace the brake fluid (if it has not been changed recently) using techstream and using the software recalibrate the brakes. If the brake fluid had been changed then even a tiny air column can cause this. Then just a bleed and fluid topup with techstream will sort out the issue. The bleeding can be done without techstream also

Pump and dump stockmarket tactics ???

Transmission failure. Design flaw. I almost test drove one. Reliable source inside advised not to buy

Yes as a result of all these we have kei cars travelling on roads they were never designed for, risking the life and limbs of the occupants.

Carry spare headlights. If 12V BATTERY is 4:years or older change. Tyre puncture kit. Learn how to reset ABS as a temporary measure. Hybrid battery failure does not make car undriveable for a few thousand Kms but will strain the inverter.

Discard and replace. Modern microwave ovens have a 3 year lifespan if used daily.. For 9000 Rs you can buy a barebone model which is more than enough for practical puposes

Prius 2009 2nd Gen. No battery issues. Just that the ABS lasts for 100k kms before it fries up

Looking for a value for money family car. I'm interested in the 1 L Civic Saloon as a private import from the UK ( I don't like the looks of the hatchback). Does anybody have any experience with the vehicle ??

I'll be happy to sell you my 2nd Gen Prius with 238 K on the clock

ABS fault no need to replace. Let it dry and then there is a reset manoeuvre. FYI for future purposes. It can happen also after a undercarriage wash. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=%23&ved=2ahUKEwi5oo278pHlAhUVWCsKHcpoDrYQwqsBMAB6BAgHEAQ&usg=AOvVaw0VTJzWxrN8ZFOD4xbU2nov

ABS sensor ?

Whilst I must admit the new 580 looks nice and appears to be a bargain for 6 million it's CA# series predecessor 7 seaters on the road look pretty beaten up bodywork wise compared to Japs and Euros of similar vintage. However on the other hand I also remember in 2011 hybrid vehicle owners were at the receiving end on AL forums ☺️

Yes the originals in their worst state were far better and softer than the KYB replacements even though the mechanic insisted Toyota uses OEM KYB . However the originals were badly worn to the extent I lost about 1 inch of ground clearance and could not clear small humps that I could manage comfortably earlier which necessitated the change @ 150 K kms

Complete suspension overhaul @ 150 K km with KYB & 555 + genuine Toyota engine/trans mounts still OK @ 235 k km. Steering rack replaced with recon @ 150k and locally repaired at 228 K. Engine overhaul impending

Not sure about that but in my 2008 Prius the Inverter coolant pump fails once in 50000 km which is around June every 2 years ( The 3rd Gen Inverter pump is more sturdy and lasts longer). ABS Pump fails close to 125000 Km( I'm on my 2nd one which I feel is on its last legs at 235k km) Then oil consumption sky rockets after 150000 km - the issue is common to the 3rd gen also which eventually can cause the CAT to clog up. The original HV battery also shows evidence of degredation @ 235 k km as pure EV does not engage for long and acceleration is dismal in pure EV mode (3rd Gen battery is supposed to fail around 150k km in Sri Lanka). Wheel bearings shocks and the list goes on. Despite all these it's a wonderful car. Priuschat is the online knowledge base you might want to go through before making the leap of faith.

ICE vehicle maintenance is straightforward. Fluids, filters and belts if applicable. The Premio is solid but outdated. I'm sure lots of folk who were planning on Premios will buy Accords. It's not not a hybrid too hence no battery headaches. Do you have a young and growing family ? In a few years you might wish you bought the accord over the Mazda. I bought a Prius in 2011 from a grey importer who went out of business even before the 2 year so called warranty expired and nobody including myself initially knew how to maintain it. Read up online manuals and watched videos and actually even had to tell service guys which screw to unbolt to change transmission fluid. Now 235K on it. I'm sure there will be a learning curve but with the agents warranty backing you I think the accord might be worth a bit more thought. Mazda 3 is a pretty basic econbox with style whereas an Accord is Honda's response to the Camry and with some imagination the E Class and 5 series. The current duty structure plus the permit makes the new Turbo 1.5 L a steal for 12.6 M less 3.6 Million permit concession. I'm sure the 12.6 million vehicle has anadditional markup which may not be applicable to you. Just my two cents worth.

Did you get a quote for the Honda Accord

New 3 series with 1500cc engine coming out in a few months. 330i has a 2 L engine. C200 is also a good choice. Cars don't depreciate in Sri Lanka ?

Yes demand for c200 is high. They probably encounter a lot of time wasters. A direct visit to the showroom is the way to go.

Drive both and decide for yourself. Tryout the rear seats also. Do some research on the country of manufacture.

Keep away from the CLA. C200 is Fab. UK models are better specced.