As we’re considering an upgrade, we’re looking at :
- Mazda 5, Biante
- Kia Sorento
- Honda Odessey 8 seater
- Toyota Estima
- Mitsubitshi Outlander
Test drove this beast : Sorento 2017
Drivability : Quick responses. Steering wheel is responsive, yet it’s not realistic. Cos it’s electronic steering, therefore the feeling from the road is “buffered”
It’s fully loaded :
- self parking ( Not in any other )
- Cruise control ( not in Biante/mazda5)
- all wheels disc brakes
- 6 airbags
- sun roof
- ventilated seats
- auto 5th door
- all window powered auto capable
- 2.2 turbodiesel engine
- Nice steering wheel
- Android play/airplay compatibility
- 5th door : u have the fob in your pocket, u stand there for 3 seconds, it will open automatically
Bad thing : It’s difficult to get into the 3rd row. Not sure why, but 2nd row seats seemed difficult to fold. Area for stepping into this tall car is small, hence making it difficult.

