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What is this discussion about? Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Caravan, Hyundai Entourage, Mazda MAZDA5, Kia Sedona, Car Comparisons, Car Buying, Van


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Re: Drove an Ody today at lunch [artgpo] by dennisctc
Dec 15, 2007 (8:30 am)

Replying to: artgpo (Dec 15, 2007 6:45 am)

There are four ways to close the power doors on an Odyssey: The outer door handle; the inner door handle; the switch on the driver's side of the dash; the key fob.
  
Aren't we splitting hairs? My '03 Silhouette had the "button" on the "B" post but the transition to the Odyssey was seamless.

 
I was just stating how handy the button is for my specific situation. I thought they were standard on all minivans with power doors - my father's last gen Sienna has em. I found out they're not available from Honda. We weren't counting numbers of ways to open or close the door, but lets see......for my Dodge - outer door handle, inner door handle, driver switch, fob built into actual key (not the dangling one from others), and B pillar button. I think that's 5. Speaking of keys and fobs, the 08 Chryslers don't even have a metal "key", just a fob that plugs into the IP, similar to a BMW or Mercedes, but still not as convenient as a GM/Nissan with push button to start. I also like how Chrysler added button for rear hatch to D pillar (I think Toyota gets credit for this?), along with driver's switch, and the keyfob, not to mention a normal handle. I think that's a total of 4.
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Which is THE Best? Ody, Sienna, GC, or T&C? by hansienna
Dec 15, 2007 (12:01 pm)
EACH has distinct advantages as has been discussed here over and over again. After owning a 2002 T&C LX and now a 2006 LE, my next minivan will be an Odyssey EX (cloth).
 
I will have to give up the Trip Computer that the T&C and Sienna have but will appreciate the MORE Comfortable seats for all that are on the Odyssey.
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Re: Which is THE Best? Ody, Sienna, GC, or T&C? [hansienna] by hause7
Dec 15, 2007 (1:38 pm)

Replying to: hansienna (Dec 15, 2007 12:01 pm)

After a Town&Country and a Sienna we know our next will be another Sienna, we love ours. All of the vans have pluses and minuses and we look at them different. I agree with hansienna.
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Re: Which is THE Best? Ody, Sienna, GC, or T&C? [hause7] by dennisctc
Dec 15, 2007 (4:10 pm)

Replying to: hause7 (Dec 15, 2007 1:38 pm)

I got the new car bug really bad these past few weeks, and the North American Auto Show starting in Jan may push me to the edge. In the past few months I've driven the Acadia, Enclave, T&C and Ody. I'd rather a minivan but the extra towing capacity of the CUVs is enticing (so I can then go out and buy a larger camper to tow It's an endless cycle to the bottom of my wallet and depths of insanity.
 
Had my van in Friday for oil change and spoke to a sales person at Golling Dodge north of Detroit. Golling also owns a GMC dealership (Acadia) nearby, and my demented reasoning is they'll give me a better trade in since it's the same owner and they'll just sell it at their Dodge dealership. Seee.....the illness is creeping over me, and it's starting to help me justify a new vehicle. Hellppppppp
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Re: Which is THE Best? Ody, Sienna, GC, or T&C? [dennisctc] by hause7
Dec 15, 2007 (11:04 pm)

Replying to: dennisctc (Dec 15, 2007 4:10 pm)

Have you tried the Sienna?
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Re: Which is THE Best? Ody, Sienna, GC, or T&C? [hause7] by dennisctc
Dec 16, 2007 (6:53 am)

Replying to: hause7 (Dec 15, 2007 11:04 pm)

I drove one a few times back in 05 with the last redesign. My father has an 03 that's been great for him. I did stop at a Toyota dealership in Holly MI this week but only grabbed a brochure on the Sienna and Highlander (5000lb tow capacity). I didn't have time to drive anything. When I get more time, I'll swing by and try it.
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Re: Which is THE Best? Ody, Sienna, GC, or T&C? [dennisctc] by lgret13
Dec 16, 2007 (3:15 pm)

Replying to: dennisctc (Dec 16, 2007 6:53 am)

The GM CUV's have a 4500lb towing capacity with the trailering package whcih includes the hitch. As for the sienna and T&C/Caravan each have a 3500lb towing capacity with traileringing pacakges, no hitches, but the T&C/Caravan are the only minivans avaibale with self leveling shocks. If look at the seinna forums, most people who tow install airbags in the springs.
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Re: Which is THE Best? Ody, Sienna, GC, or T&C? [dennisctc] by ateixeira
Dec 17, 2007 (10:57 am)

Replying to: dennisctc (Dec 16, 2007 6:53 am)

It's worth another look for the new 3.5l engine alone. I truly believe it's the best engine in minivan-dom.
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Which one? by viz
Dec 30, 2007 (8:36 am)
I need help in deciding :
 
- I am getting Ody EX 08 for 399(tax incl) for 36m/15k miles/ zero down (no even 1st month payment)...Is it good?
 
I am debating whether I should spend that kind of money or go for TC /Dodge caravan 08 models for a 27 month lease. What is the competitive rate for leasing those minivans?
I have not driven them but their reliability seems to be an issue; we drive 70 miles a day and we live in NE ohio where winters are sometimes little bit harsh. We dont have much leeway at work and hence reliability and maint...
 
Thanks!
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Re: Which one? [viz] by hansienna
Dec 30, 2007 (9:10 am)

Replying to: viz (Dec 30, 2007 8:36 am)

2008 Ody EX for $ 399 / month with NO up front money looks like a good deal. Most leases require 6 to 11 months EXTRA $$$$ up front to make the monthly payments artificially low.
 
$ 399 / month for 36 months = total outlay $ 14,364 for 3years.
 
Does the $ 399 per month include the taxes?

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