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Replying to: howardru (May 30, 2008 3:05 am) Does it make sense to purchase a $2000 NAV option, when you can get a good text to speech GPS for less than $200? Is the factory installation 10 times better? |
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Replying to: seloo (Jun 01, 2008 1:12 pm)
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Replying to: seloo (Jun 01, 2008 1:12 pm) Also the built in units tend to be faster...I never have to wait for a sat lock, but I do on my Garmin. So no, it's not 10x better than a $200 standalone unit, and in MANY feature comparisons, it's actually worse (POI's are horrible, voice recognition is bad, not easy/clear how to upgrade to new maps, resolution of maps is awful, no 3D view for those who like it, interface plain and simple SUCKS) But, it's not about functionality, it's about integration. No wires going everywhere, no worries about someone stealing your GPS, or having to remove the unit to prevent someone stealing, no extra bulk in your dashboard space. MUCH bigger screen than you get on typical separate units (this is the biggies imo). Integrated with your sound system, rear view camera, etc. I weighed the two options for a while before plunking down for that option, and the reason I went for the built in is because they packaged it with the power rear door, which my wife loves (comes in very handy in several situations). So it's not even really a $2,000 option, it's more like a $1000 or less one, depending on how much value is placed on the power rear door. Also includes the rear camera integration, which is priced at $500 or so. So $2,000 minus $500 for rear camera, minus let's say $500 for power rear, and you're at $1000. If they had not paired the rear camera and pwr rear door with the option, I most likely would have gone the Garmin route instead. Obviously they know what they're doing wrt to marketing the options. 
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Replying to: howardru (Jun 02, 2008 2:48 am) If you don't believe me go check it out yourself. What is missing (the 10%) is the integration of ultra-sound screen, TPMS, etc. The navigation GUI is a bit simplified than the Lexus one. Other than that, both navigation systems are from Denso. Lexus/Toyota has not been known for offering the best navigation system (I believe Acura's is the best among all OE navigation systems). Resale values? No, people who buy used vehicles are actually scared of the fancy electronics. Do you know how much it costs to replace the MFD (multi-function display)? At least $2000, if anything goes wrong. Why OE navigation. Yes, you can argue all you want about your portable being better (I got one myself, also). However, consider the following differences an OE system has but your portable does not... (1) dead-reckoning (deduced-reckoning): OE system has inputs of steering angle and speed data from OBDII that enables it to continue projecting where you are fairly accurately in places where signal is weak or blocked (such as tunnels, among high buildings, etc.). (2) safety: I have seen many different ways to install a portable unit. I am not really comfortable with any of them considering the danger it poses in the events of a roll-over or just emergency braking. The portable units become projectiles that could hurt occupants in the vehicles. (3) integration: there is a cost for a better integration. An OE system integrate many aspects of the electronics much cleanly than add-ons. One needs to pay for such clean integration. To be fair, the $2500 also includes power-liftgate, and rearview camera. The true cost of the navigation is about $1500, which also includes VOICE command, which your portable system is unlikely to have either. So, the comparison is not so straightforward, IMHO. As long as one is aware of the risk, the decision is one's to make.
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Replying to: ceric (Jun 02, 2008 8:39 am)  hotmail.it
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Replying to: imamg (Aug 21, 2007 11:50 am) |
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I just got the up-date CD for the Navigation System for my 2007 CX-9 No up-date manual came with it to expain the new features which I am glad it has - but a few up-date pages would be helpful. I just started using it today but one simple thing they have changed that I like is the CLOCK is accessed from the main screen...very simple - much better then having to go thru numerous screens to get to set / change the time. I think there are more improvement...I look forward to stumbling over them.
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Replying to: jimev (Aug 26, 2008 5:47 pm) |
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