Honda Pilot vs Mazda CX-9 vs Toyota Highlander

478 messages, Last post on Nov 27, 2009 at 7:13 AM

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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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#387 of 478 Re: Mercedes test drive? [milleniafan] by 4kids3dogs2cat Aug 30, 2009 (6:28 am)
Replying to: milleniafan (Aug 30, 2009 12:12 am) And I don't want xenon headlights. We had one of the very first BMW X5's the first year they came out and those headlights were terrible. The line of demarcation between light and no light was much too low and, IMO, was dangerous because over and down hills you couldn't see the whole scene in front of you. For us in deer country, it was a bad choice. Have they improved the visible lighting area of xenon headlights since then? As to the Mazda loyalty program, do you have to own one now or do you merely had to have owned one in the past? We used to own a 626-four wheel steering car. That's right, all four wheels turned and it was quite helpful when parallel parking. It was amusing when we showed our friends the back wheels actually turned a little bit. Mazda was certainly innovative at the time. And another hot button for us is 3rd row access. Our Sienna has captain chairs for the middle row and it is so easy to go between them to get to the 3rd row. You don't have to touch anything. All of these CUV's I see, seem to have the requirement that you must touch and adjust the middle seat in some way, which is a hassle if someone is sitting in that seat at the time someone wants to get in the back. Kids fight over the silliest things. Replies to this message: ceric (Aug 31, 2009 2:10 pm) aviboy97 (Sep 02, 2009 6:20 am) ceric (Sep 02, 2009 8:54 am) and 1 more... wdhyte (Aug 31, 2009 6:45 pm) ceric (Sep 01, 2009 9:52 am) wdhyte (Sep 01, 2009 10:15 am)
#388 of 478 Re: Mercedes test drive? [4kids3dogs2cat] by ceric Aug 31, 2009 (2:10 pm)
Replying to: 4kids3dogs2cat (Aug 30, 2009 6:28 am) You have to show a valid title to prove that you own a Mazda for the loyalty program rebate. One owned by your immediate family (husband/wife) members may also be allowed (check with the salesperson). Replies to this message: aviboy97 (Sep 02, 2009 6:20 am) ceric (Sep 02, 2009 8:54 am) aviboy97 (Sep 02, 2009 12:20 pm)
#389 of 478 Re: Mercedes test drive? [4kids3dogs2cat] by wdhyte Aug 31, 2009 (6:45 pm)
Replying to: 4kids3dogs2cat (Aug 30, 2009 6:28 am) man I love the xenon lamps...never had a vehicle w/them and they're great...course I haven't had a vehicle as low as the CX9 in over 10 years either (compared to an F150) so that may be influencing me a tad (brightness, vis to distance, etc)...but I like em. But what's this nonsense that I can't change them? that the dealer has to because they're HV?? Replies to this message: ceric (Sep 01, 2009 9:52 am) wdhyte (Sep 01, 2009 10:15 am)
#390 of 478 Re: Mercedes test drive? [wdhyte] by ceric Sep 01, 2009 (9:52 am)
Replying to: wdhyte (Aug 31, 2009 6:45 pm) >> But what's this nonsense that I can't change them? Certainly you can do it by yourself. The HID bulbs of CX9 is not extremely white (somewhere around 4500k only). Many have replaced it with other bulbs that are higher in K. It depends on whether you like them or not. For me, those OE are fine. HID needs to have clear cut-off at top edge to prevent blinding the on-coming traffic. Have you seen the non-HID vehicles with HID bulbs coming at you?! Their lights are blinding, therefore, dangerous to others. I believe it is DoT requirement to have clear cut-off at top edge. I am not entirely sure about this. One certainly can google the vehicle codes for it. Replacing HID (right hand side - from driver seat view) requires removing the coolant tank (reservoir). That is probably why some rumor (maybe started by dealers) that you need dealers to replace the bulb. Not true. If you are handy, you can do anything. Removing the coolant tank is actually a 5-minute job. Replies to this message: wdhyte (Sep 01, 2009 10:15 am)
#391 of 478 Re: Mercedes test drive? [ceric] by wdhyte Sep 01, 2009 (10:15 am)
Replying to: ceric (Sep 01, 2009 9:52 am) cool..yep, my middle name is handy actually, house/cars/bikes/etc., if its elec or mech I'll tackle it...being as its still so new (<500 mi) I'll prob defer to the dealer until it starts costing me for stuff, then I'll take care of it. sounds like the bulbs wouldn't be all that big a deal...thanks for the rep ceric.
#392 of 478 Re: Mercedes test drive? [ceric] by aviboy97 Sep 02, 2009 (6:20 am)
Replying to: ceric (Aug 31, 2009 2:10 pm) You have to show a valid title to prove that you own a Mazda for the loyalty program rebate. One owned by your immediate family (husband/wife) members may also be allowed (check with the salesperson). Mazda employee here...close, but, not quite! To qualify for the Owner Loyalty Rebate you need to show a current registration for the Mazda that is already owned plus a valid drivers license. This rebate is transferable in household only. Only family members living under the same roof can benefit from this rebate. Replies to this message: ceric (Sep 02, 2009 8:54 am) aviboy97 (Sep 02, 2009 12:20 pm)
#393 of 478 Re: Mercedes test drive? [aviboy97] by ceric Sep 02, 2009 (8:54 am)
Replying to: aviboy97 (Sep 02, 2009 6:20 am) That's why having you around here is nice. Thanks for clarifying. Replies to this message: aviboy97 (Sep 02, 2009 12:20 pm)
#394 of 478 Re: Mercedes test drive? [ceric] by aviboy97 Sep 02, 2009 (12:20 pm)
Replying to: ceric (Sep 02, 2009 8:54 am) That's why having you around here is nice. Thanks for clarifying Anytime
#395 of 478 Golf Bag test? by 4kids3dogs2cat Sep 17, 2009 (12:08 pm)
Has anyone done a comparison as to which of these cars (and the Lambda cars) can and can not fit a golf bag w/ clubs in the back of the car lengthwise? TIAFAR.
#396 of 478 sales, Sep, 2009 by ceric Oct 01, 2009 (12:16 pm)
Toyota Highlander: 5216 Honda Pilot: 5438 Mazda CX9: 1390 Replies to this message: legacygt (Oct 09, 2009 12:09 pm) citivas (Oct 09, 2009 1:27 pm) legacygt (Oct 12, 2009 10:06 am) and 7 more...