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Sedans Toyota Corolla 2009 Toyota Corolla Navigation System
10 messages, Last post on Nov 19, 2008 at 9:02 AM
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I wish to buy the 2009 Toyota Corolla XLE. I'm hopelessly confused (after a lengthy R&D on the internet), whether to go for the JBL stereo option, or to go for the in dash navigation system. The thoughts I have are: 1. Is Toyota's navigation system good ? Can somebody write a short review for it ? I don't need any hi fi system, but I do want a system that's really useful. If this is as good as atleast a TomTom V3, then I would surely buy the XLE with the NAV option. 2. I haven't found a single review for this in the internet!! I find the amazing. 3. If I opt for the Nav system, I know I would have to forgo the JBL 6 disc audio system with 8 speaker. Is the audio system that comes with the NAV package good ? I admit that I'm no stereophile. But I do appreciate good music and the rest. Can somebody please help me make up my mind ? Thanks in advance, Ranjit
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Replying to: ranjitbhaskar (May 22, 2008 10:39 am) If yes, you can't have the NAV system. If no, then you still have a delimma.
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Replying to: busiris (May 22, 2008 1:38 pm) To make a decision, I need to know whether the NAV system is good. Try as I might, I'm not able to find a single review on the internet. Don't know why people do not review these factory systems as you can find reviews for even a paper clip on the internet nowadays!
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Replying to: ranjitbhaskar (May 22, 2008 2:49 pm) If that is true, its probably supplied by the same manufacturer, with the same operating characteristics.. I have an 08 Altima with NAV, and I like the unit. However, there are some options that are deactivated when the car is in motion, which can be a real pain (like, setting a destination, for example). If the Corolla is that way as well, and you want to set destinations on the fly, you might be better off with the better stereo and bluetooth, and use a Garmin add-on unit instead... I would suggest going to the dealer and driving one to find out, or, at least examine the operating manual. Don't know about Toyota, but Nissanusa will allow you to download operating manuals, which is what I did when I bought the car, so I could study them on my laptop when I had the time. Sorry I can't be of any more assistance....Good luck!!!
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Replying to: busiris (May 22, 2008 6:24 pm) 1. The toyota NAV is a base feature-stripped version. 2. It does not have voice recognition. 3. It may not have many of the advanced features of a regular NAV system. (I need to look into this some more). 4. It does not allow you to change your route while the car is in motion. This is irritating especially if you have a passenger riding with you who could do the operations. 5. It does not offer blue tooth hands free calling. 6. Can't be combined with the JBL audio system option. Overall the NAV system package does not justify the absence of: 1. JBL premium audio system. 2. 6 disc CD changer. 3. 440 watt sound output. 4. Blue tooth hands free calling with steering wheel controls. 5. 8 Speakers as against 6 for the navigation system. I think I'm better off with a dash/windshield mounted NAV system. I'm sure this would help a lot of prospective corolla buyers.
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Replying to: ranjitbhaskar (May 23, 2008 3:22 am) It would be surprising if a better NAV system isn't offered in the near future, especially with gas prices increasing and more people looking at smaller cars with more equipment. Seems stupid to offer bluetooth or NAV, but not both... |
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I decided to not go for the NAV. I can install an excellent system for much cheaper, that'll play DVDs and bluetooth and all that good stuff. I had a feeling the stock one wouldn't be great. I didn't go for JBL either, because I'd rather handpick the speakers which go in my car, and IMO comes out cheaper to install a system myself. Otherwise, you can buy the parts, and an auto shop will install them for you for cheap, or just buy the system and installation from there. Goto a reputable place though. I like installing the stuff on my own (nice way to blow a few hours on a Saturday, and getting "intimate" with my baby)
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Replying to: nshahzad (Nov 05, 2008 12:52 pm) |
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Replying to: ranjitbhaskar (May 22, 2008 10:39 am) I refused the offer and I'm starting an arbitration process. Lessons learned: 1) The Toyota navigation system has some serious flaws. Even if the area where you live is covered, what areas that you may want to visit or travel through are not covered? 2) Even after admitting that the system does not work as expected (even older systems that I have used cover this area flawlessly), Toyota will not work with you to correct the problem So buyer beware! |
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