Should I buy the 2019 or 2021 Lavida?
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This depends on the owner's personal needs. The differences between the 2019 Lavida and the 2021 Lavida are: 1. Different body dimensions: The 2019 Lavida has a body length, width, and height of 4613mm, 1765mm, and 1460mm respectively; the 2021 Lavida has a body length, width, and height of 4670mm, 1806mm, and 1474mm respectively. 2. Different wheelbase: The 2019 Lavida has a wheelbase of 2610mm; the 2021 Lavida has a wheelbase of 2688mm. 3. Different engines: The 2019 Lavida is equipped with an EA211dlf engine; the 2021 Lavida is equipped with an EA211dmb engine. 4. Different lighting configurations: The 2019 Lavida uses halogen light sources for its high and low beam headlights; the 2021 Lavida uses LED light sources for its high and low beam headlights.
When helping my friend choose a car, I was also torn between the 2019 and 2021 Lavida models. From a budget perspective, I would personally opt for the 2019 version because it's more affordable. The Lavida already offers great value for money, but the 2021 model was significantly more expensive when it first came out. Now, buying a 2019 model from existing inventory or as a used car can save you 10,000 to 20,000 yuan, which is enough for fuel or several years of insurance. Functionally, there isn't much difference between the two. The 2021 model mainly has some minor upgrades, like a slightly larger infotainment screen or an additional safety warning feature, but these don't make much difference for daily commuting. In terms of maintenance, parts for the 2019 model are more common and cheaper, especially in smaller towns where it's easier to find replacement parts. If you're on a tight budget or want to avoid the pressure of a car loan, the 2019 model is definitely sufficient and can easily last you five or six years.
