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311 messages, Last post on Apr 26, 2009 at 5:43 AM
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Replying to: 210delray (Apr 14, 2008 6:59 am) I can't believe that an innovative company such as Subaru hasn't come up with a Hybrid.
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Replying to: akg (Apr 14, 2008 2:24 pm) Subaru developed a hybrid a few years ago but didn't bring it to market because they couldn't meet a resonable pricepoint (read: It cost too much to manufacture). Back in 2005, they were considering using existing Toyota technology and work out a technology trade (toyota hybrid driveline for Fuji Heavy Industries lithiumion battery tech.). However, as of 2006, it looked like they determined they couldn't use existing Toyota drivetrain. See below. "Reuters is reporting that the two automakers have decided to jointly develop a new hybrid system instead. Apparently, Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel-drive has proven too complex to simply plug Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive system in. [Source: Nihon Keizai Shimbun via Reuters]" There hasn't been much talk recently, but it still seems a long way out according to this Subaru Hybrid Even the Subaru website doesn't serve up anything too optimisitc on a reasonable timetable. Subaru
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Replying to: chadx (Apr 16, 2008 8:44 am) So I am looking to buy a Prius, if I could get an 07 Prius for only an extra $3000, I would jump at the opportunity. I have a very good relationship with my local Subaru dealer. I called him yesterday to ask about a high MPG Subaru. He said all I could do is wait for the diesel that may be in the US in about another 12 months. With diesel fuel selling for about $4.35 per gallon and the efficiency not as good as a good hybrid, I am not anxious to buy an oil burner. Toyota has recently purchased another large chunk of Subaru parent FHI stock. You would think they would want Subaru to be more successful. Right now, they Subaru dealers are sitting on alot of inventory, even their new and improved Forester. I like the Forester, but with MPG ratings in the low 20s, I just can't justify buying another poor MPG performer. I even have $900 is Subaru bucks burning a hole in my pocket, but these days, $900 doesn't pay for a lot of gasoline. gearhead4 |
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http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=10&article_id=6800 
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Replying to: bond4james (May 07, 2008 10:23 am) Now I wish to find some photos of the interior of the 09. I really wish the interior dash and displays would change. Not really up on what is on the car now. A more normal dash would be to my liking. Also the current Navi is too far out where the sun will hit it causing the view of the screen to be washed out. A none touch screen as well. Too many darn finger prints. Had a Civic 06 touch screen Navi and did not like it much. Now have the 08 Honda Accord with Nav system, no touch screen and it is a joy to use on long trip. |
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I sat in the Prius and wasn't surprised that there was no height adjustments for the drivers seat. Steering wheel is too far away, mouse fur cloth covering areas that will get soiled and drum brakes. Typical Japanese stinginess. I will wait for the Jetta Diesel.... much more a driver's car. and won't have to worry about magnetic fields....
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Replying to: orangelebaron (May 08, 2008 11:58 am)
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I too drive an 05 Subaru Outback - 51,000 miles on it (higher miles than "average" as we were building a log cabin in the mountains and I made many trips from Atlanta to check on construction). I only average 22 mpg and regret not buying the Prius in 05 when I got the Subaru. In any event, I've placed a deposit on a new '08 Prius w/pkg. 2 waiting for one to come in. In the southeast (FL, GA, SC, NC and AL) no-one is selling below MSRP and you can't find them on any lots. I'm concerned that I may be jumping the gun in my quest for higher mpg -- should I wait for the '09s to come out?
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Replying to: sharon22 (May 08, 2008 5:36 pm) |
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Replying to: kdhspyder (May 08, 2008 3:51 pm) "due consideration"... excuse me? I'm not allowed to point out the shortcomings of the Prius?
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