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#692 of 879 Re: Guys... [irismg] by steve333 Sep 25, 2007 (9:32 pm)
Replying to: irismg (Sep 25, 2007 9:18 am) the LTZ model was discontinued for '08 so you have to get a LT Model and get the leather as an option (you may have to get at least a L2). I have a '06 LT with the 16 inch wheels which I recommend as an option. The interior in the LT is at least as good as the Corolla, the only small car with a better interior is the Mazda 3 IMO. Onstar is awesome, I think its worth every penny. It actually emails you engine diagnostics monthly. It will also unlock your car if you lock the keys inside. I would stay away from the Corolla, personally I find its driving dynamics to be dreadful. If you want comfort at the top of your list I would go with the Elantra. Sporty, the Mazda 3. Combo of the 2-Cobalt. My 2 cents. Replies to this message: nvbanker (Jan 06, 2008 8:56 pm) steve333 (Jan 06, 2008 9:54 pm) jlawrence01 (Jan 06, 2008 10:15 pm) targettuning (Jan 07, 2008 5:04 am)
#693 of 879 Re: Guys... [thegraduate] by eldaino Sep 26, 2007 (7:46 am)
Replying to: thegraduate (Sep 25, 2007 11:25 am) totally nailed it. The regular civics handling is often over looked, usually by people just focusing on the mileage it gets and what it looks like. It isnt EXACTLY the mazda 3, but in the same manner as the mazda 6 and accord compare, it offers a much better blend of ride and handling. (right inbetween the corolla and 3.)
#694 of 879 Happy Camper by sandman46 Sep 26, 2007 (5:20 pm)
Glad we have both the Civic and the 3. The 2.3 engine on the Mazda is a real zoomy one that's got ample power...and then some, when the wife needs it. Had to merge onto I-95 last weekend and very glad we took the 3. I nailed the accelerator and was able to get into the needed lane when the bonehead behind me didn't want to let me in. Was able to tap down on the gas pedal and zoom...I was gone. He just gave me a dirty look down the road some as we went on our way. Guess he thought his beemer gave him entitlement to put us in a dangerous situation. What's up with that? The 3 really performed when we needed it. Thanks Mazda! Day after day, I get more pleasure driving the Civic on my 18 mile daily commute. A straight shot down a divided 6 laner with multiple lights and many drivers. The car moves nicely when I get some open road in front of me and have plenty of low end torque to get the job done. Not as powerful as the 3, but got it for the better mileage figures which have not disappointed with a hair over 10k on the odo. Great all around car for the money.   The Sandman Replies to this message: autonomous (Sep 27, 2007 11:22 am)
#695 of 879 Civic miles [sandman46] by autonomous Sep 27, 2007 (11:22 am)
Replying to: sandman46 (Sep 26, 2007 5:20 pm) Day after day, I get more pleasure driving the Civic on my 18 mile daily commute ... got it for the better mileage figures which have not disappointed with a hair over 10k on the odo   What are you averaging?
#696 of 879 Mileage by sandman46 Sep 28, 2007 (3:48 pm)
Averaging 30 in the city and 36 on the highway. Respectable figures and I'm quite happy with the car.   The Sandman Replies to this message: riddlermyth (Sep 28, 2007 4:09 pm)
#697 of 879 Re: Mileage [sandman46] by riddlermyth Sep 28, 2007 (4:09 pm)
Replying to: sandman46 (Sep 28, 2007 3:48 pm) WOW!!!!! Is this for a automatic or manual?
#698 of 879 Slushbox by sandman46 Sep 28, 2007 (6:03 pm)
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#699 of 879 Re: Guys... [steve333] by nvbanker Jan 06, 2008 (8:56 pm)
Replying to: steve333 (Sep 25, 2007 9:32 pm) If you want comfort at the top of your list I would go with the Elantra. Sporty, the Mazda 3. Combo of the 2-Cobalt. My 2 cents.   Neither than Cobalt or the Elantra are in the league with the 3, Civic or Corolla. They are both competent, but noisier, less refined, more NVH in general. They're in a different class, and the resale value bears that out. As for longevity, the Elantra beats the Cobalt, I'm afraid.   YMMV, but having driven them all extensively, that's my opinion. Replies to this message: steve333 (Jan 06, 2008 9:54 pm) jlawrence01 (Jan 06, 2008 10:15 pm) targettuning (Jan 07, 2008 5:04 am)
#700 of 879 Re: Guys... [steve333] by steve333 Jan 06, 2008 (9:54 pm)
Replying to: nvbanker (Jan 06, 2008 8:56 pm) You say you've driven them extensively and you say the Cobalt is noisier than the Corolla? I find that hard to believe. The Corolla's engine sounded like a bad lawn mower with absolutely no passing power and barely enough power to enter the freeway. Only jamming on the gas and waiting until the transmission lurched into gear enabled the Corolla to move. Combine that with a very uncomfortable seating position and a soft suspension leaves the Corolla at the back of the list. The only thing it has going for it is reliability and good gas mileage. Personally, I like to drive, and I would gladly give up a few MPGs for a car that handles well and has pep, like the Cobalt. It is also noted for its quiet cabin by the way. As for the Civic, I never got to drive the new model, only the previous one which the Cobalt was a lot better than. I assume from the reviews that it handles well and finally has adequate power. I will take their word for it but the dashboard is a major turn off. The best car of the bunch in my opnion is the Mazda 3. I was in the market for a recent used car and couldn't find a 3 to buy so I went with the Cobalt. You couldn't pay me to drive a Corolla. Replies to this message: jlawrence01 (Jan 06, 2008 10:15 pm)
#701 of 879 Re: Guys... [steve333] by jlawrence01 Jan 06, 2008 (10:15 pm)
Replying to: steve333 (Jan 06, 2008 9:54 pm) I have to disagree and I drove them all extensively over the past year while I was between vehicles.   The Cobalt was a major disappointment and I have to say that it reminded me of the Cavalier with a little better interior and a little less comfort. It is a very noisy vehicle. Before I bought one of those, I would have bought the 2nd generation Malibu which handles well despite the blandness of the interior.   The Mazda 3 was a tight fit for this driver and the mpg was always under 30 mpg which was a real disappointment for a vehicle that small. I drove three of them and they all seemed a lot different.   The Corolla is nothing very exciting but the vehicle was quiet and the drive fairly pleasant.

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