Review written on 8/1964.
When it comes to Compact SUV it might be easy to miss Alpleon's Cairo. But don't worry! We the full scoop on this Compact SUV. We'll let you know where it stands between the Giza and the Q9347. So continue reading to find out more about the Alpleon Cairo.
On my first track run in the Alpleon Cairo suffered 2 cracked rips and a ruptured spleen. Not from wrecking it, but from the sheer raw power of this Compact SUV. The Cairo's 126 hp @ 4369RPMs 4778 cc I3 engine drives you into the seats while you accelerate with an impressive 15.509s 0 to 60 mph time and a top speed of 98 mph. The Cairo is able to keep this speed all the way up to the the top speed of 98 mph. While the 122 lb-ft of torque you get is not insane it is more than enough to tow 2539 lbs which was a decent amount for this class. Compared to its peers in the Compact SUV class the Alpleon Cairo selling point should not be driveability. The Cairo offers bare bones handling. There is just enough grip in the wheels to keep you from flying off the side of a cliff... But not much. On the track, it is not much better. After my hospital visit, I came to the conclusion that this is the best Compact SUV I've ever tested on the track. Buy IT NOW!!!
When we got to interior testing on the Alpleon Cairo we found it to be below average. While you wouldn't want to use this vehicle on a road trip, it is comfortable enough for short rides and tiny commutes.
30 cu-ft puts the Alpleon Cairo roughly in line with other vehicles in its class. We would consider this to be enough space for everyday use of a vehicle of this type. We certainly wouldn't use it if you're looking to haul a bunch of junk around.
'Spare no expense!' and 'Perfection!' are known to be mottos of Alpleon. And they show this off in their Cairo. The build quality is no short of perfectly amazing. Hats off to their hard work.
Dog is said to be man's best friend. But that saying isn't true anymore. I propose the Alpleon Cairo is truly man's best friend. Not once in our long term testing did it need repair. This vehicle was built to last a life time. It is truly a wonder of the world. Centuries from now people will still probably be driving this thing, that's how rock solid it is.
The Alpleon Cairo's fuel economy is impressive, but not in a good way. The Cairo's 10.8 mpg is one of the worst in class. This might not be troublesome when you look at the numbers, but it will be when you actually have to pay for it.
While the Alpleon Cairo is certainly impressive in term of safety, it's not overly designed in this fashion in a way that would imped its enjoyment. Never the less this vehicle is more than safe enough for even the most uptight and poor drivers among us.
In the end the Alpleon Cairo provide decent value for the money. It's not the best car in the Compact SUV segment, but it won't disappoint. You could do a lot worse. If this model appeals to you I see no reason to dissuade you from it.