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1261 messages,  Last post on Feb 27, 2008 at 7:47 AM

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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: 2008 minivan [mysonsmom] by lexan1965
Apr 24, 2007 (9:32 am)

Replying to: mysonsmom (Apr 17, 2007 10:43 am)

You failed to mention the DXC minivans have had transmission issues for a long time. I don't know if they'll get any better with the '08 models. The wife and I are keeping an eye on '08 minivan reviews as we would like to buy another one within 12 months.
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Re: 2008 minivan [lexan1965] by dennisctc
Apr 25, 2007 (5:15 am)

Replying to: lexan1965 (Apr 24, 2007 9:32 am)

Actually the transmission issues were due to service stations and dealers using wrong tranny fluid. Those problems are now history and shouldn't even be an issue. My 2005 has been absolutely trouble free, even towing my RV. Even the 6 spd tranny used in 08 DCX minivans should be reliable, as it's been used without issue on 07 Pacifica (same for new 4.0 engine).
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Re: 2008 minivan [lexan1965] by hansienna
Apr 26, 2007 (6:50 am)

Replying to: lexan1965 (Apr 24, 2007 9:32 am)

Are you living in a cave on a remote island?
 
DC minivans have had more reliable transmissions than the Odyssey from 1999 to the present. Just read in the Edmund's Problems Forums for both.
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Re: 2008 minivan [hansienna] by dennisctc
Apr 26, 2007 (4:15 pm)

Replying to: hansienna (Apr 26, 2007 6:50 am)

Hey!!! That would make a great TV Show!!! We could call it "LOST"!!!!
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2008 Improvements by ateixeira
Jun 01, 2007 (11:03 am)
Well, Toyota had a minor face-lift for 2006, and a new engine for 2007. I doubt there will be significant changes until the new model arrives.
 
The 2007s arrived in January, so don't expect 2008 models too soon.
 
Here's a question, though, what improvements are you looking for?
 
IMHO the minivan market is fairly mature, i.e. the wish list for segment leaders is established.
 
My Sienna has 266hp, which is enough to get me too many speeding tickets, so it certainly doesn't need more power. The 2nd row windows go down. The door tracks are nicely hidden. You can get 7 seats or 8. FWD or AWD. Magic 3rd row. SAC and VSC for safety. You can get every power option under the sun, if you're willing to pay for it.
 
What's missing? Honestly.
 
I think the stigma that minivans carry has forced automakers to keep improving these vehicles, enough that there's not much else to do that I can think of.
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Hyundai Entourae future by javamini
Jun 05, 2007 (6:22 pm)
We are thinking about buying the Hyundai Entourage or its "sister", the Kia Sedona. Here in Canada, due to the trim levels and 0% purchase financing, the Hyundai looks like a better deal...BUT the Kia dealer claims that the Entourage will not be continued (hard to believe, since it is new for 2007). Does anyone know the scoop on this?
 
Many thanks!
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Re: Hyundai Entourae future [javamini] by ateixeira
Jun 06, 2007 (6:07 am)

Replying to: javamini (Jun 05, 2007 6:22 pm)

Baloney. Entourage is selling well, in fact it's been eating in to Sedona sales. Combined they are up 8%, but Entourage sales have basically taken away half of Kia's minivan sales.
 
I would avoid that Kia dealership for the simple reason that he's lying through his teeth!
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Re: Hyundai Entourae future [ateixeira] by josm100
Jun 07, 2007 (4:40 am)

Replying to: ateixeira (Jun 06, 2007 6:07 am)

agreed, if you can trust him now howe can you trust him with your money? The entourage has won so many adwards and Hyundais strategy has alwas been low key, I don't see it going anywhere.
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Re: 2008 minivan [chirp] by bobw3
Jun 08, 2007 (3:32 am)

Replying to: chirp (Apr 17, 2007 11:20 am)

The mini van is going the way of the stegosaurous and this Odyssey is the last for us that's for sure!
 
Why is it your last one? You don't have the need for something so spacious, or you never did?
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Re: 2008 minivan [bobw3] by bobber1
Jun 08, 2007 (3:16 pm)

Replying to: bobw3 (Jun 08, 2007 3:32 am)

I doubt the minivan will die any day soon. It's way too practical for so many reasons. Can't beat the space and sliding doors for young families. I can see older families going to the CUV's but you still give up some room.

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