I recently landed a job in Sapporo and am set to move there in March. The job doesn’t require a daily commute, but I love outdoor activities like hiking, camping, and fishing. With this being context I’m thinking about getting a car mainly for leisure purposes.
As a new graduate, I’m trying to keep my budget under control, aiming to spend no more than 1.5 million yen. I need something practical; right now, I’m leaning towards a 3rd/4th gen Prius, but it’s not a 4WD. A Subaru Forester is another option I’m considering. With my budget, I could possibly get a 2014ish model equipped with EyeSight. Mitsubishi Pajero Short also caught my eye but I’m concerned about the fuel and maintenance costs. Land Cruiser Prado would be perfect but not enough budget.
Does anyone have any recommendations? Also, how essential is having a 4WD for cold places?
by TrinityBulwark37