Author Topic: Best Family Sedan? (Read 77625 times)

txtmax4 · « **Reply #40 on:** May 14, 2011, 11:52:31 PM »

The only US cars in that category I would ever think of buying would be Buick Lucerne or Lacrosse.

Dan · « **Reply #41 on:** May 14, 2011, 11:53:41 PM »

Quote from: AsherO on May 14, 2011, 11:51:25 PM

I take it you're talking loaded up with options, otherwise it seems like the base model can be had for much less...

That's for the 2.5SL, which is the cheapest version they sell with leather seats. Cloth seats and babies/kids aren't a pretty site...better to get something that can be wiped off easily IMHO.

Jay the PRESIDENT · « **Reply #42 on:** May 15, 2011, 01:17:24 AM »

u can negotiate lease -- but very lil room for it since ull be cutting the guys profit

for city driving 4 cylinder is sufficient and saves on gas ...for highway driving go with V6

go for Maxima

txtmax4 · « **Reply #43 on:** May 15, 2011, 01:51:59 AM »

Quote from: Jay the PRESIDENT on May 15, 2011, 01:17:24 AM

for city driving 4 cylinder is sufficient and saves on gas ...for highway driving go with V6

Just the opposite would make sense.

Quote from: Jay the PRESIDENT on May 15, 2011, 01:17:24 AM

go for Maxima

Acura TL would be a better choice in that price range IMO, although I don't think Dan is looking in that league.

Dan · « **Reply #44 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:02:53 AM »

Consumer Reports on some of the cars mentioned in this thread:

Acura TL:
Class ranking: 85/100
Base MSRP price range: $35,605 - $45,085
Highs: Acceleration, transmission, fuel economy, braking, front-seat comfort, fit and finish, crash-test results.
Lows: Rear seat, trunk opening, steering feel.

Nissan Maxima:
Class ranking: 83/100
Base MSRP price range: $31,400 - $34,100
Highs: Acceleration, transmission, front seat.
Lows: Rear-seat room, overly light steering at low speeds, headlights.

Nissan Altima (V6):
Class ranking: 93/100 (#1 in class)
Base MSRP price range: $20,270 - $30,540
Highs: Controls, acceleration, brakes, quietness.
Lows: Rear-seat head room.

Nissan Altima (V4):
Class ranking: 91/100
Base MSRP price range: $20,270 - $30,540
Highs: Fuel economy, controls, brakes, cabin storage.
Lows: Rear-seat head room.

Infiniti G:
Class ranking: 95/100 (#1 in class)
Base MSRP price range: $32,000 - $58,000
Highs: Acceleration, handling, transmission, braking, front-seat comfort, fit and finish.
Lows: Snug interior, small trunk.

Ford Taurus:
Class ranking: 73/100
Base MSRP price range: $25,420 - $38,020
Highs: Ride, quietness, trunk space, crash-test results.
Lows: Rear visibility, narrow driving position

bhphotoman · « **Reply #45 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:11:29 AM »

what about the elantra? why no accord?

bhphotoman · « **Reply #46 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:14:27 AM »

is ford completely out of the question? so fords happen to be very very good today for sure not the taurus what about say the Fusion or fiesta

Dan · « **Reply #47 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:14:49 AM »

Elantra is compact car-too small I think.

I have nothing against the Accord in particular, just that I remember that I preferred the Camry when I test-drove the 2 back in 2009. Do people like the Accord?

bhphotoman · « **Reply #48 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:15:11 AM »

Audi A3

bhphotoman · « **Reply #49 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:20:42 AM »

i own a accord and love it i find it to be much better then the camry what about mazda they are getting better and better

txtmax4 · « **Reply #50 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:29:23 AM »

Quote from: bhphotoman on May 15, 2011, 02:20:42 AM

i own a accord and love it i find it to be much better then the camry what about mazda they are getting better and better

Camry over the Accord here.
Mazda 6 could be an interesting option, but its far from perfect.

bestwatchman · « **Reply #51 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:33:22 AM »

If you have interest in something a bit bigger, i'm very happy with the '11 subaru outback. Amazing all around car, decent mpg, and great prices. If it's not your thing, you'll know right away

bhphotoman · « **Reply #52 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:38:11 AM »

might as well get a elantra touring much more for ur buck and a hole heck of lot cheaper

bhphotoman · « **Reply #53 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:40:08 AM »

Quote from: txtmax4 on May 15, 2011, 02:29:23 AM

Camry over the Accord here.
Mazda 6 could be an interesting option, but its far from perfect.

accord gets better gas is smaller so easier to park but just as roomy and comfy handles better when and if u ever has a issue its cheaper to repair and maintain have owned both hated my camry with a passion love my accord next car is going to be a pilot

txtmax4 · « **Reply #54 on:** May 15, 2011, 03:26:38 AM »

Quote from: bhphotoman on May 15, 2011, 02:40:08 AM

accord gets better gas is smaller so easier to park but just as roomy and comfy handles better when and if u ever has a issue its cheaper to repair and maintain have owned both hated my camry with a passion love my accord next car is going to be a pilot

Accord = boring.
Camry = fun!
Toyota has always been a step ahead of Honda, plus they have Mr. Avalon and honda has nothing in that category.

Yordai Dooma · « **Reply #55 on:** May 15, 2011, 03:47:31 AM »

I would take an accord over a camry any day. Im a big fan of hondas/acuras

bhphotoman · « **Reply #56 on:** May 15, 2011, 04:42:05 AM »

Quote from: David on May 15, 2011, 03:47:31 AM

I would take an accord over a camry any day. Im a big fan of hondas/acuras

thank you thank u very much

Chaikel · « **Reply #57 on:** May 15, 2011, 06:44:20 AM »

How does the Subaru compare price & CR ratings?
It may be useful in Cleveland. I realize UH plows, but if you need some Kineret...

Jay the PRESIDENT · « **Reply #58 on:** May 15, 2011, 10:03:33 AM »

The accord goes much more upmarket than the camry. Therefore no need for a zzzz grandpa avalon. Camry=boring. Styling drive. I'd have to say the sonata has the most exciting sheetmetal. Although its hyndai which is kinda nerdy. But too bad to hear bout the seat flaw

bhphotoman · « **Reply #59 on:** May 15, 2011, 02:13:44 PM »

my 3 choices would be 1 honda accord 2 mazda 6 3 hyndai elantra touring