Optra Magnum LT (Diesel) VS (ANHC and Linea) !!

RacingStripes · 29th January 2010, 20:37

Guys, you might think these cars, Magnum and (ANHC, Linea) might belong to 2 different segments, but what if you could get hold of a brand new Magnum LT at the price of top end versions of either the ANHC or Linea. The price list is as below (On Road, Bangalore),

1. Optra Magnum LT (D) - 9.86L

2. ANHC VMT - 10.7L
3. Linea E+ 1.4 T-JET - 10L (Expected)

My friend intends to buy one of these cars. I had suggested either the ANHC or Linea (based on his personal tastes), however I am mighty confused between the Magnum and the other 2 cars after having a look at the price. What do you guys think??

*Please do not make it a comparo between ANHC and Linea. As the title reads its between the Magnum and the other 2.

sachinj12 · 29th January 2010, 21:09

Depends upon his usage/preference. You are comparing a diesel with a petrol car(ANHC). Diesel car are inherently more expensive than petrol to purchase.

abhinav.s · 29th January 2010, 21:46

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Originally Posted by sachinj12

Depends upon his usage/preference. You are comparing a diesel with a petrol car(ANHC). Diesel car are inherently more expensive than petrol to purchase.

But as you can see the listed prices below, the diesel is coming for a cheaper price than the petrol.

Given the power that the magnum has to offer, and also the price at which you are getting it on-road, it seems to be a better deal.

There is an ANHC and Linea comparo in terms of ergonomics. You can check that as well to get a better idea.

As it stands my vote for the magnum.

aaggoswami · 29th January 2010, 21:48

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Originally Posted by RacingStripes

Guys, you might think these cars, Magnum and (ANHC, Linea) might belong to 2 different segments, but what if you could get hold of a brand new Magnum LT at the price of top end versions of either the ANHC or Linea. The price list is as below (On Road, Bangalore),

1. Optra Magnum LT (D) - 9.86L
2. ANHC VMT - 10.7L
3. Linea E+ 1.4 T-JET - 10L (Expected)

My friend intends to buy one of these cars. I had suggested either the ANHC or Linea (based on his personal tastes), however I am mighty confused between the Magnum and the other 2 cars after having a look at the price. What do you guys think??

If I were in your friend's place, I would go in for Magnum diesel. The unit is good enough, the car has got good space, good ride and even handling, good high speed stability. The suspension is independent all round. One the best sedans with that diesel engine.

T-Jet is yet to come, and when we compare G3HC ( i.e. ANHC ) with Magnum, I think for most of the parameters, Magnum wins.

vkochar · 29th January 2010, 22:22

The Optra's now outdated and with the Cruze coming in sales have dipped to an all time low !

Between the ANHC & Linea TJet I'd pick the ANHC.

ecclipse78 · 29th January 2010, 22:44

At the price quoted, I'd choose the Magnum Diesel.

Good performance, fuel economy and a great ride with fairly good composure at high speed. It beats the other competitors in these parameters.

Anand123 · 29th January 2010, 23:31

Actually, what made you consider the Magnum? Is it just because of its price?
When comparing the Optra with the other two, Optra is better in most aspects. The price is also very attractive. But things may not be so sweet at the time of selling it. Resale value of Optra is terrible! and now with the Cruze out, Optra is no more a good buy.
I would suggest to buy either ANHC or Linea. These are comparitively new cars and will hold their value better than Optra.

GTO · 30th January 2010, 14:48

The Optra Magnum is still a (surprisingly) competitive sedan in terms of power, space and ride comfort. Unfortunately, in other areas such as design, safety, dynamics and resale, it loses out massively. The Optra depreciates as much as 50% in one year of ownership. Plus, the massive turbo-lag doesn't make it suited to the city.

If your friend wants diesel, the Linea it is. Super ride, handling, safety, equipment and fuel efficiency. The area where it loses out to the Magnum is in outright power, but you need to see how high that is on your friends requirement list. Of course, owning a Fiat has its own share of headaches and niggles.

Petrol : Honda City. No questions asked and the safest bet amongst petrol C segment sedans. It's a class-topper thanks to its all-rounded nature.

AirWind · 15th February 2010, 14:02

Did your friend finally decide? Hope the Optra is not from '09?

Saw Y/day's TOI listed TCDi LS @ 8.49 ex-showroom. Guess the Optra is beind EOL'ed.

mobike008 · 3rd March 2010, 15:11

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Originally Posted by AirWind

Did your friend finally decide? Hope the Optra is not from '09?

Saw Y/day's TOI listed TCDi LS @ 8.49 ex-showroom. Guess the Optra is beind EOL'ed.

Thats an amazing price for the Magnum

. It would be a perfect choice for someone who wishes to not look at another car for atleast 5 years.

abhi1309 · 3rd March 2010, 15:48

It all depends on the person's choice. If he is 'shaukeen', Magnum is awesome. If he considers resale to be more important than outright power and want to play safe rather than making a distinct purchase, Honda is cool. Magnum is anyway more practical and spacious. The price is rock star. I would buy the Magnum for some novelty factor and soup it up nicely so it looks unique, keep it in the family for ever instead of thinking about selling it one day.

RacingStripes · 28th April 2010, 12:01

Sorry guys couldnt update the thread in time. He went for the optra magnum as he considered linea t-jet to be a long wait and city to be very pricy.

AirWind · 29th July 2010, 15:26

Does anyone know the current OTR for Magnum 2.0 LT after all discounts? Is it still sub 10 lakhs?

mkh · 29th July 2010, 18:14

Working by elimination:
If re-sale and the idea of driving a dated car is non digestible- Eliminate Optra
If taking a risk with A** and unwilling to live with possible niggling issues- eliminate Linea
If need a diesel ONLY- eliminate ANHC ( also maybe the fact that its the highest cost)
Such decisions warrant certain non negotiables and strong factors based on which one can narrow done, does anything like that exist with your friend?

AirWind · 30th July 2010, 12:35

@ mkh - read post #12, the buyer had already bought a Magnum

Quote:

Originally Posted by mkh

Working by elimination:
If re-sale and the idea of driving a dated car is non digestible- Eliminate Optra
If taking a risk with A** and unwilling to live with possible niggling issues- eliminate Linea
If need a diesel ONLY- eliminate ANHC ( also maybe the fact that its the highest cost)
Such decisions warrant certain non negotiables and strong factors based on which one can narrow done, does anything like that exist with your friend?

29th January 2010, 20:37	#1
RacingStripes Newbie Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 24 Thanked: Once	Optra Magnum LT (Diesel) VS (ANHC and Linea) !! Guys, you might think these cars, Magnum and (ANHC, Linea) might belong to 2 different segments, but what if you could get hold of a brand new Magnum LT at the price of top end versions of either the ANHC or Linea. The price list is as below (On Road, Bangalore), 1. Optra Magnum LT (D) - 9.86L 2. ANHC VMT - 10.7L 3. Linea E+ 1.4 T-JET - 10L (Expected) My friend intends to buy one of these cars. I had suggested either the ANHC or Linea (based on his personal tastes), however I am mighty confused between the Magnum and the other 2 cars after having a look at the price. What do you guys think?? *Please do not make it a comparo between ANHC and Linea. As the title reads its between the Magnum and the other 2.
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29th January 2010, 21:09	#2
sachinj12 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,187 Thanked: 168 Times	Depends upon his usage/preference. You are comparing a diesel with a petrol car(ANHC). Diesel car are inherently more expensive than petrol to purchase.
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29th January 2010, 22:22	#5
vkochar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Delhi / Agra / London Posts: 2,146 Thanked: 819 Times View My Garage	The Optra's now outdated and with the Cruze coming in sales have dipped to an all time low ! Between the ANHC & Linea TJet I'd pick the ANHC.
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29th January 2010, 22:44	#6
ecclipse78 BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 327 Thanked: 55 Times	At the price quoted, I'd choose the Magnum Diesel. Good performance, fuel economy and a great ride with fairly good composure at high speed. It beats the other competitors in these parameters.
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29th January 2010, 23:31	#7
Anand123 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: KL-01 Posts: 2,297 Thanked: 5,225 Times	Actually, what made you consider the Magnum? Is it just because of its price? When comparing the Optra with the other two, Optra is better in most aspects. The price is also very attractive. But things may not be so sweet at the time of selling it. Resale value of Optra is terrible! and now with the Cruze out, Optra is no more a good buy. I would suggest to buy either ANHC or Linea. These are comparitively new cars and will hold their value better than Optra.
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30th January 2010, 14:48	#8
GTO Team-BHP Support Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Bombay Posts: 70,534 Thanked: 300,732 Times View My Garage	The Optra Magnum is still a (surprisingly) competitive sedan in terms of power, space and ride comfort. Unfortunately, in other areas such as design, safety, dynamics and resale, it loses out massively. The Optra depreciates as much as 50% in one year of ownership. Plus, the massive turbo-lag doesn't make it suited to the city. If your friend wants diesel, the Linea it is. Super ride, handling, safety, equipment and fuel efficiency. The area where it loses out to the Magnum is in outright power, but you need to see how high that is on your friends requirement list. Of course, owning a Fiat has its own share of headaches and niggles. Petrol : Honda City. No questions asked and the safest bet amongst petrol C segment sedans. It's a class-topper thanks to its all-rounded nature.
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15th February 2010, 14:02	#9
AirWind BHPian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 998 Thanked: 404 Times View My Garage	Did your friend finally decide? Hope the Optra is not from '09? Saw Y/day's TOI listed TCDi LS @ 8.49 ex-showroom. Guess the Optra is beind EOL'ed.
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3rd March 2010, 15:48	#11
abhi1309 BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Pune Posts: 446 Thanked: 68 Times View My Garage	It all depends on the person's choice. If he is 'shaukeen', Magnum is awesome. If he considers resale to be more important than outright power and want to play safe rather than making a distinct purchase, Honda is cool. Magnum is anyway more practical and spacious. The price is rock star. I would buy the Magnum for some novelty factor and soup it up nicely so it looks unique, keep it in the family for ever instead of thinking about selling it one day. Last edited by abhi1309 : 3rd March 2010 at 16:02.
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28th April 2010, 12:01	#12
RacingStripes Newbie Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 24 Thanked: Once	Sorry guys couldnt update the thread in time. He went for the optra magnum as he considered linea t-jet to be a long wait and city to be very pricy.
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29th July 2010, 15:26	#13
AirWind BHPian Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Bangalore Posts: 998 Thanked: 404 Times View My Garage	Does anyone know the current OTR for Magnum 2.0 LT after all discounts? Is it still sub 10 lakhs?
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29th July 2010, 18:14	#14
mkh Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,072 Thanked: 133 Times View My Garage	Working by elimination: If re-sale and the idea of driving a dated car is non digestible- Eliminate Optra If taking a risk with A** and unwilling to live with possible niggling issues- eliminate Linea If need a diesel ONLY- eliminate ANHC ( also maybe the fact that its the highest cost) Such decisions warrant certain non negotiables and strong factors based on which one can narrow done, does anything like that exist with your friend?
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