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The Prius you get for $26k (double $12-14k) is far beyond "basic transportation" IMO. If you want basic transportation, you can go spend $10k on a Rio, Accent, Aveo etc. Also you won't find a new Corolla for $12k. You might find a basic one for $14k, but for that you won't get ABS/traction, power everything, remote locking, auto climate control, automatic transmission or many of the other nice standard features of the Prius. But if a strippo Corolla meets your needs, save the bucks and buy one.
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Replying to: backy (Jun 23, 2004 7:32 am)  I think you get the drift here. Actually, I have taken your advice! That is why I bought a TDI diesel over a 2003 Prius! Too bad the Toyota Corolla doesn't come in the USA with a diesel! Killer combo! But then I can be forced to commute in my Toyota Landcruiser!
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Replying to: ruking1 (Jun 23, 2004 8:02 am) |
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Replying to: backy (Jun 23, 2004 7:32 am) I saw one at the dealer today for $19,595. It was the Corolla SRX without an automatic transmission. JOHN
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Replying to: ruking1 (Jun 23, 2004 8:02 am) and the SUVs for whatever purpose you need or want.
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Replying to: john1701a (Jun 23, 2004 8:17 am) >I saw one at the dealer today for $19,595. >It was the Corolla SRX without an automatic transmission. >JOHN You can find new basic model 2004 and 2005 Corollas for around 12-13K, a few 2004 CEs are less than $12K The Corolla SRX that you mention is incorrect. You actually meant a 2005 Corolla XRS which is the performance version with the 170 horsepower engine, the same as in the Matrix XRS and the Celica GTS. It is for driving enthusiasts and comes only in a 6-speed manual, the same as the Matrix XRS. However, in the Celica version you can get and automatic. YMMV, MidCow
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Replying to: backy (Jun 23, 2004 7:32 am) >You might find a basic one for $14k WRONG! Everyday in the Houston Chronicle: You can find new basic model 2004 and 2005 Corollas for around 12-13K, a few 2004 CEs are less than $12K The basic model does not have ABS, but is does include: DRL (daytime running Lights) - Prius doesn't have this! 32/40 mpg (manual transmission 0-60 mpg in 8.5 seconds) external temperature display tachometer -Prius doesn't have this power mirrors tilt-adjustable steering wheel air conditioning Cruise control, ABS brakes, sunroof and power remote locks are options. The Corolla makes a very nice economy car with good acceleration and good miles per gallon at a price less than half the Prius. YMMV, MidCow |
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Replying to: midnightcowboy (Jun 23, 2004 9:46 am) You can order a basic model (which is rather well loaded) of Prius too. So why are some people insisting that comparing the lowest cost Corolla to a every-tech-item-possible Prius is appropriate? They are opposite extremes. JOHN |
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Replying to: john1701a (Jun 23, 2004 8:17 am) >I saw one at the dealer today for $19,595. >It was the Corolla SRX without an automatic transmission. >JOHN You can find new basic model 2004 and 2005 Corollas for around 12-13K, a few 2004 CEs are less than $12K The Corolla SRX that you mention is incorrect. You actually meant a 2005 Corolla XRS which is the performance version with the 170 horsepower engine, the same as in the Matrix XRS and the Celica GTS. It is for driving enthusiasts and comes only in a 6-speed manual, the same as the Matrix XRS. However, in the Celica version you can get and automatic. YMMV, MidCow
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Replying to: john1701a (Jun 23, 2004 10:12 am) To lowest Prius $20,810 The Corolla is $9,010 less. Anyway you slice it if you are looking for a reliable (i.e. Toyota) car and you are concerned about miles per gallon and Total Cost of Ownership, then the only obvious answer is the Corolla. $9,000 buys a whole lot of gas! Both are economy cars: the Prius is on steriods with tech options and is classified as a midsize only barely and only because of its hatch back design. And the Prius only comes with an automatic. If you want or need a manual transmission, you can get one in the Corolla! YMMV, MidCow
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