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Vans & Minivans Toyota Sienna Honda Odyssey vs. Toyota Sienna
5227 messages, Last post on Dec 05, 2009 at 5:09 AM
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Replying to: jayrider (Nov 09, 2009 11:50 am)  Well, you might while others wouldn't. I'd hate to sound biased about you...
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Replying to: thegraduate (Nov 09, 2009 12:16 pm) Someone recommended the Pontiac Aztek and that's what he said he got for her. 
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Replying to: ateixeira (Nov 08, 2009 6:34 pm) So...1st stop Saturday went to the Honda dealer - met a friend of a friend who is a sales person there. The man was a class act gentleman, objective, and knew his Odyssey, not to mention his competition - the Sienna. Peoples' reviews on here were spot on - the Honda looked so much better (IMO), had maybe an extra bell or whistle (Sienna LE EVP#2 vs Odyssey EX), such as dual climate control, floor mats included, a thing or two I'm maybe missing. Having said that, after sitting in the back seat while my wife drove, and then driving it myself, I was not saying to myself this van is better than the Sienna, let alone worth an extra $1500-$2000 (forget about the Toyota financing incentive). Sat down with the guy in his office - was going to give me the EX for $27500 - even a couple hundred less (which he said was less than invoice), but told us if we were planning on financing our new vehicle, we should just get a Sienna (what an honest salesperson - A+ in my book). I thought that was a pretty good price though. Next stop - Toyota dealer. We already test drove the Sienna. Despite the fact that I think the look of the Honda is superior, the Sienna just drives nicer. Interior is similar. I also like the overhead controls (temp, compass) on the LE EVP#2. Sat down with the dealer, tried to get us to sign there but we said we needed to crunch the numbers at home. On the way home, we agreed that we had to go with a Toyota, not much choice with incentive vs. no incentive - it would come to $4,500-$5,000 (including interest) for very similar vehicles. I think the only way we were going with Honda was if Honda had an incentive and Toyota didn't. I like the Honda, and I think both have pros/cons and people could make arguments for both, but I think they are worth similar amounts IMO - at least the models I compared. Long story short, got 9 different quotes online for the Sienna within 100 miles of me, found a dealer 15 miles away. Went in today, went back and forth on my trade in value and struck a deal. Also, for you people wondering, multiple dealers told me the 1.9% ends on Nov 16th. Then a new incentive kicks in. But the Toyota website says it goes til Nov. 30th - contradictory. A couple dealers said they have no clue what's going to happen after the 16h and they are assuming the 1.9 could go away, which made me worried. The guy I bought from (seemed more honest, less pushy) said he talked to his Toyota rep after talking to me, and that the 1.9 % is going to go until the 30th. The only thing that could happen is on the 17th, it might get better depending on what Toyota decides. He said they might give $X or 1.9%, or maybe they even drop it to 0.9%. But he was confident that it wasn't going to disappear. I worked out a deal with him if that happens (another reason I bought from him)..but that's just from my source, so take it as you will. Anyway, thanks again everyone for the opinions - it's great to hear from both sides and become more educated consumers. Best regards.... BTW ateixeira - despite your strong recommendations, we just went with the 7 passenger (FWD too). But because you and another poster, I will say we gave it a strong look. Thanks again!
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Replying to: jsseinfeld (Nov 10, 2009 5:38 pm)
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Replying to: deltheking (Nov 08, 2009 9:16 pm) Does anyone else find it odd that CR rated a minivan with a poor rear impact rating highest? I questioned CR directly on this and was told they evaluate "overall safety". In other words if three sides is good enough for you and your family.... It's the best! I see everyone fretting about three in the second row. Oddy is not the best for three the plus one is small. However. If you have two it's great. I've not seen it mentioned but on the EX/EX-L you can remove the "pluse one" and shove one large seat towards the center. This is ideal for two kids... Two big seats within easy armreach of the driver yet maintaining some seperation between car seats. Plus easier access to the rear. Very nice. Good luck with whatever you do.
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Replying to: jsseinfeld (Nov 10, 2009 5:38 pm) |
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Replying to: bobber1 (Nov 10, 2009 9:11 pm) That $4K - $5K difference factored in the interest savings. The Honday Odyssey doesn't have any incentives right now on purchases, Toyota does (1.9% financing). That interest savings (obviously depending on how much you would have put down, your interest rate, etc) can save you $2500+. Going back to what I was saying, I think both vehicles are nice, with both having pros/cons. For me though, it was a pretty easy choice to pick the Sienna given the price difference - including interest savings.
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Replying to: jsseinfeld (Nov 11, 2009 5:46 am)
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this is not a dig at the odyssey but a post i read on odyclubforums.com re the tranny probs they have had over the last few years (not sure if still a problem) and how honda handled it: http://www.odyclub.com/forums/showthread.php?s=08206c19df70c361ba568fa811c957b4&- threadid=50624&perpage=15&highlight=&pagenumber=3 the one post that said it all to me: Mojo72 Junior Member Registered: Mar 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 6 One last follow-up post to all, In June the Better Business Bureau ruled that Honda had to buy back my vehicle. At the turnover meeting Honda's representative tried to backcharge me for $1,400 worth of "above normal wear and tear" damage to the vehicle due to bug splatters on the front bumper. I assumed that this was Honda's one last stab at me for making them take back the vehicle. I refused the estimate and took it back to the BBB for a clarification ruling. Finally after another favorable ruling from the arbitrator, Honda was forced to buyback my vehicle in late August with no deductions for excessive wear and tear. Lessons learned from this whole experience: 1. Honda Odysseys' have a problem that Honda cannot and obviously will not fix. 2. Unless you stand up for your rights and use the lemon law systems, Honda will not do anything for you, no matter how many Honda's you've bought in the past and or how good of a customer you may be. 3. Honda has a dark and maybe even evil side when it comes to them loosing a battle and having to "do the right thing". My advice to all of you: If you're still eligible for a lemon law claim in your state, learn the facts about what you need to do and start doing them now. Honda has definitely proven to me that they are not willing to correct the problems with this vehicle and that they will not do anything positive for you and this problem until you make them! Report this post to a moderator | IP: Logged Old Post 09-10-2009 06:14 PM Mojo72 is offline Click Here to See the Profile for Mojo72 Find more posts by Mojo72 Add Mojo72 to your buddy list |
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Replying to: jsseinfeld (Nov 10, 2009 5:38 pm) That's the trip computer I was mentioning, I love it too, especially the fuel economy read outs. 2 of our 3 vehicles have that and I miss it when I'm driving the 3rd one. You may not have noticed but you also have power 3rd row window vents (switch by your left knee), another bonus on the Sienna. I'm not sure about what's standard right now, but back in 2007 when I bought mine, the Sienna also had a tow prep package standard (I think Toyota removed that for 2008), puddle lamps, and cross bars for the roof rack. Feeling better? Another bonus - your front seat folds flat. The 3rd row can be positioned for tailgate seating, with the kids facing out. The 2nd row tumbles forward, too. So you do get some nice extras. The Ody EX gets you the dual-zone climate control and I think it has a power passenger's seat. Congratulations! 
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