When you think about importing a Japanese used car, you will probably first think about the kind of car you want to have; considering your new car’s purpose is a great way to start.
Will you use your Japanese used car mainly to transport many people, lots of baggage, or will you use it mostly for commuting. For example, if you plan to transport baggage, you might regret purchasing a sedan. If you will use the car for your daily commute, you might become frustrated if your car’s fuel economy is not great.
Here are some ideas on matching your choice of car to its intended purpose.
Selecting a car based on passenger capacity
For a small number of people
There are many people who usually use car by alone or with few passengers. In this case, normally it will be fine if you choose a lightweight, compact car unless you intend to transport large baggage. Small, lightweight cars are generally quite fuel efficient and with fewer components they are often cheaper to maintain. On the other hand, people who want to enjoy driving in a more relaxed atmosphere are more suited to driving a sedan car. Since sedans have a low center of gravity, they usually have greater stability on the road and can provide a more enjoyable driving experience. Sedans are designed for comfort, so often have high quality interiors and larger, more comfortable seats.
For more than 5 passengers
If you are thinking about having enough room for more than five passengers, an SUV or minivan with three seat rows is recommended. If you select a car for 7-8 passengers, such as the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or Mitsubishi Pajero, you will have plenty of room. To transport 10 or more passengers, a van or mini bus like the Nissan Caravan or Toyota Hiace are recommended.
How the car will be used
Commuting
If you use the car every day for commuting, your mileage will increase and so will your fuel costs, so it is best to choose a car with good fuel economy such as car in the compact category.
Driving long distances
If you mainly use for a car for driving longer distances a larger vehicle is an obvious choice. The advantages of a larger car include better ride quality, larger engine for better acceleration and often a higher top speed. You can suffer less fatigue when driving a long distance in a larger car.
Transporting lots of baggage
A wagon type car is designed to accommodate baggage, often with many seats that can be arranged flexibly. For example, by flattening the rear seats, you can carry more baggage.
If transportation of cargo is the vehicle’s main purpose, then a truck is the right choice for you. Trucks come in many sizes, but if the vehicle is for personal use then one designed to carry a few hundred kilograms is best.
Driving on bad roads
When driving on poorly surfaced or unpaved roads, 2WD vehicles do not have enough traction and sometimes lack stability. With a 4WD car, if the road is a little bit bumpy, or even if it has sharp undulations, the effect on your driving will be reduced because every wheel delivers traction.
An additional benefit of 4WD vehicles is that they have stronger resistance to side winds, and therefore deviate from their course due to external conditions