Honda Pilot vs Mazda CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander

472 messages, Last post on Nov 21, 2009 at 5:09 PM

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2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander - Although we've been hearing about a mad dash to get out of sport-utility vehicles and into fuel-efficient compacts, the reality is that seven- and eight-passenger crossover SUVs like the 2008 Mazda CX-9, 2008 Toyota Highlander and 2009 Honda Pilot aren't going away anytime soon. (more)

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#463 of 472 Re: Subaru Tribeca anyone? [valdemar] by aviboy97 Nov 21, 2009 (7:21 am)
Replying to: valdemar (Nov 19, 2009 4:49 pm) As for materials I was referring to the top-of-the line models for both cars, Subaru has a more luxury feel (and smell too), there is also no cheesy looking plastic-wood as in the CX-9. Again, I guess it is a difference of opinion. The Tribeca has silver cheesy plastic. There is a general bias against Subaru as a brand, so most ppl don't even bother test-driving one which is a mistake I think. Subaru is on fire my friend! Their sales are through the roof, as a company. The Tribeca is the lone wolf that gets no love. I'm a part of the largest Subaru dealer on the east coast, and cannot sell a Tribeca to save my life. Forester's, Impreza's, Legacy's are all hot commodities. All in all, the Tribeca is a very good CUV, I just think there are many other better choices out there. What matters is what you think, since you are the one who drives it. Replies to this message: jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 8:12 am) valdemar (Nov 21, 2009 8:20 am) jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 8:26 am) and 2 more... valdemar (Nov 21, 2009 8:56 am)
#464 of 472 Re: Subaru Tribeca anyone? [aviboy97] by jayrider Nov 21, 2009 (8:12 am)
Replying to: aviboy97 (Nov 21, 2009 7:21 am) Tribeca's appear to be overpriced next to the new outback. If Subaru put a 3-4k rebate on the tribeca, you wouldn't have much trouble moving them. I do like them and depending on the overall new car market in 2011 will give it a serious look-see. Lots of new stuff by then. Grand Cherokee/Sorento/Explorer on my lease list. But if subaru has the best lease terms, it will make my decision easier. Replies to this message: valdemar (Nov 21, 2009 8:20 am) jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 8:26 am) aviboy97 (Nov 21, 2009 2:12 pm) and 1 more...
#465 of 472 Re: Subaru Tribeca anyone? [jayrider] by valdemar Nov 21, 2009 (8:20 am)
Replying to: jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 8:12 am) 09s have a 3k rebate right now, not too many left though. 2010 is basically the same car with some upgrades in the premium segment sucg as HID and bluetooth. Replies to this message: jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 8:26 am) aviboy97 (Nov 21, 2009 2:12 pm) jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 2:28 pm)
#466 of 472 Re: Subaru Tribeca anyone? [valdemar] by jayrider Nov 21, 2009 (8:26 am)
Replying to: valdemar (Nov 21, 2009 8:20 am) Maybe 5k rebates would move the rest off the lot for aviboy97. Replies to this message: aviboy97 (Nov 21, 2009 2:12 pm) jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 2:28 pm)
#467 of 472 Re: Subaru Tribeca anyone? [aviboy97] by valdemar Nov 21, 2009 (8:56 am)
Replying to: aviboy97 (Nov 21, 2009 7:21 am) Subaru made several mistakes with the original Tribeca including front styling and the premium-gas thirsty engine, that made many people look away, myself including. The current model has those issues corrected with a better engine that takes regular gas and mainstream fascia. Yes, many other cars look better on paper, but in reality all those features may not matter that much in real life. As you say I'm may be a little biased now that I have one, but I think it is a shame that such a good car gets so little attention from general public.
#468 of 472 AWD CUV Purchase Dilemna by tearlach Nov 21, 2009 (11:15 am)
I am currently reading thru the comments of this forum & hoped you could point me to or answer my dilemna - My previous AWD/4WD experience: 87 Subaru Turbowagon MT, 92 Toyota 4Runner AT, 98 Ford Expediton, 00 Chevy Tahoe, 04 Honda Pilot, 05 Infiniti G35X. In the usual VA, NC, SC, TN driving arena I prefer the additional traction of AWD/4WD systems to handle in order of priority: (1) heavy rain/wet roads (2) aggressive dry road driving (3) muddy camp/park roads w/ BSA (4) occasional snow/ice roads (5) occasional over beach trips in the OBX. I need room for 2 adults and 3 growing boys + gear; WITH DECENT MPG as I will use this vehicvle for 30K+ mi/yr business. I realy like the Pilot's AWD system and loved G35X ATESSA AWD with RWD bias. Currently trying to find best bang for buck FWD/AWD system for family "wagon" and am looking at Hyundai Santa Fe ($), Toyota HL ($$), Acura MDX ($$$), amongst others (Subaru Tribeca, but relatively hi $ and low MPG). Cargo area behind front seats matters, but don't necessarily need 3rd row. Recent reads on Toy's HL AWD system have me scared of this system and web information is lacking on it. I really like the Borgwarner ITM 3e electromag actuation for responsiveness and decent MPG. What's the difference betw/ 04 Pilot's and 08+ Acura MDX SH-AWD? I think SH-AWD is perfered but its hi $$ and lower MPG is a big trade off. PLEASE HELP! Replies to this message: jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 12:39 pm) jcpharm (Nov 21, 2009 5:09 pm)
#469 of 472 Re: AWD CUV Purchase Dilemna [tearlach] by jayrider Nov 21, 2009 (12:39 pm)
Replying to: tearlach (Nov 21, 2009 11:15 am) You are going to need a decent size vehicle to meet your needs. And you want awd. With those conditions-- mpg shouldn't be a big priority because whatever you choose will be within a fairly narrow number range. Probably only a few hundred $'s a year between best and worst if you stick with similarly equipped models. And don't go just by the govnt numbers. Around town everything is going to be 15-18. Hwy 19-22. My murano gets 17 in town and 25 on the hwy but that's too small for you. Check out 4 runners-pathfinders-borregos- explorers. Wouldn' focus so much on mpg. Get what you feel meets your needs best. Some of these trucks have nice rebates that will offset a lot of lower mpg's.
#470 of 472 Re: Subaru Tribeca anyone? [jayrider] by aviboy97 Nov 21, 2009 (2:12 pm)
Replying to: jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 8:26 am) We are smart not to stock too many Replies to this message: jayrider (Nov 21, 2009 2:28 pm)
#471 of 472 Re: Subaru Tribeca anyone? [aviboy97] by jayrider Nov 21, 2009 (2:28 pm)
Replying to: aviboy97 (Nov 21, 2009 2:12 pm) You sly dog. The perception of limited availability makes me want one even more.
#472 of 472 Re: AWD CUV Purchase Dilemna [tearlach] by jcpharm Nov 21, 2009 (5:09 pm)
Replying to: tearlach (Nov 21, 2009 11:15 am) Toyota HL AWD Hybrid - that will get you what you want. if u can afford it, Lexus R330 hybrid.