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Hatchbacks Mazda3 Mazda3 2.3 vs. '07 VW Rabbit
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Replying to: moparbad (Nov 18, 2006 10:32 am) |
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Replying to: moparbad (Nov 18, 2006 10:32 am) I told you, I have seen NO data recommending the Golf/Rabbit. I am going on the history of it's predecessor. I have stated that many times. Because cannot find data on the new to US Rabbit. What is your source for the Rabbit/Golf reliability? What are the differences in expected reliability or differences in past reliability of German VW Golfs and Mazda3? Ok, every respected periodical not only calls the Mazda3 a class leader, but, also has reliability that is at least above average to excellent. The history of the Golf that has been sold here in the U.S. has been repeatedly below average to poor. I have said many times in this thread, that it is too early to say the the VW is poor, however, look at the history of them, and history does not paint a good picture. Both vehicles have been on the market for several years so there is data for both past and current (initial) reliability. Where have you seen accurate reliability assessments for the Golf/Rabbit? Don't get me wrong, I am not trying to bash the vehicle. I have driven it. It does drive nice, and has good fit and finnish. I just question VW reliability. |
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Replying to: steven39 (Nov 18, 2006 9:34 am) Problems per vehicle 2.43 Mazda 2.99 Volkswagen 2.27 Industry Average problems per vehicle 1.94 Honda The difference is less than 1 problem per vehicle difference between Volkswagen and the industry average. The difference between VW and Mazda is 0.56 problems per vehicle. And this is for 2003 vehicles, it is reasonable to conclude that 2006/2007 vehicles will be more reliable for both manufacturers based on improving initial quality/reliability data. Honda is popularly regarded as a gold standard of reliability and 1.05 problems per vehicle is the reliability advantage compared to VW. Based on data, I have to disagree with your opinion Steven.
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Replying to: moparbad (Nov 19, 2006 11:13 am) 
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Replying to: erniea1 (Nov 19, 2006 11:44 am) The purpose of my data is to provide data of manufacturer long term reliability. This must be done by reviewing past performance from the manufacturers. The results are relevant to the current 2006/2007 Mazda3 and VW Rabbit, though it will be another 3 years before we can look back at actual results from the current vehicles being sold. No where in my post did I state that Mazda3 production started in 2003, although the first car rolled off the assembly line on 8 December 2003. 
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Replying to: moparbad (Nov 19, 2006 12:29 pm) |
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i don't think it's probably fair to bash vw reliability.yes vw's track record in the past is not very favorable as far as reliability is concerned.however,toyota is haveing major problems with the 07 toyota camry a supposidly rock solid dependable car.they are haveing tranny problems and engine problems.an obvious flawed design with the engine and tranny.
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Replying to: steven39 (Nov 19, 2006 3:33 pm) Can you elaborate on this? I just purchased a 07 Camry Hybrid. Thanks!
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Replying to: erniea1 (Nov 19, 2006 6:32 pm) Good luck with your purchase!
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Replying to: d_hyper (Nov 19, 2006 7:41 pm) |
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