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Callatoroy said:
This is correct. You get a fully loaded vehicle with ALL the bells and whistles for $25,000 less than a lexus, bmw, etc. Plus the warranty and regular fuel. I don't think I have ever ridden in a car that had more features.
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A realistic chance you need every year of that warranty…

To be somewhat fair, Toyota and especially Honda have their share of issues lately

I’m not a fan but the turnaround Kia/Hyundai made as a brand is impressive
 
milom98 said:
The girlfriend is looking for a new vehicle (crossover) and I couldn't believe how nice the Mazda line of SUVs are now and they are very well priced. Unfortunately she's not a fan of the longer front end of the CX-30, so it's been moved down her list. Her favorite is the Subaru Crosstrek but the closest Subaru dealership is about 50 miles away and that is a big concern.

We both liked the Toyota Corolla Cross but bang for your buck versus the CX-30 and the Crosstrek just isn't quite there. It's still a serious contender and if the right deal comes along, it could very well be the choice.
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I bought a Corolla cross hybrid a year ago and have been happy with it. It sounds like the Mazda cx-50 hybrid is built on the same hybrid platform by the same factory, but with a nicer interior.

You may want to check it out. I’d be tempted if I was looking right now.
 
The CX-50 is a larger vehicle than the Corolla Cross. It’s in the same class as the RAV4. The hybrid drivetrain is new for 2025. It’s basically the same as that in the RAV4 hybrid (not the Prime plug-in hybrid) but uses NIMH batteries instead of Lithium ion. The CX-30 is in the same class as the Corolla Cross but it is not available as a hybrid in the US.
It’s also worth noting the Toyota hybrid drivetrains are expected to make their way to a couple of Subaru models in the near future.
 
Think I'm about ready to retire my 2005 Accord after 10 years of ownership and probably 100K miles (200K on it total). At the point where it needs a few thousand $ in wear & maintenance items (timing belt, shocks, certain suspension components)

Don't see myself replacing it with anything much newer. A lot of cars from that era or a little later still pique my interest. Whatever it is, it will need suited for winter driving which rules out a lot
 
Heelsandeers said:
Think I'm about ready to retire my 2005 Accord after 10 years of ownership and probably 100K miles (200K on it total). At the point where it needs a few thousand $ in wear & maintenance items (timing belt, shocks, certain suspension components)

Don't see myself replacing it with anything much newer. A lot of cars from that era or a little later still pique my interest. Whatever it is, it will need suited for winter driving which rules a lot
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There's only one way to go after beating an Accord into the ground.

Cybertruck.
 
im about to pull the trigger on a new mustang mach-e lease. They are basically paying people to lease certain ev's now
 
OGtruthhurts said:
im about to pull the trigger on a new mustang mach-e lease. They are basically paying people to lease certain ev's now
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I should check that out.

I had a leaf for two years and with the incentives and fuel savings, I made money.
 
Still regret not buying something in 2019-2020, right before car prices & inflation really started to jump

I actually sold a car in that timeframe, which makes it worse
 
superrific said:
You said you needed something suited for winter driving. As the Cybertruck isn't suited for any kind of driving, you can't really say it underperforms in the snow.
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What an eloquent way to say it's a piece of shit.
 
Definitely takes a special type of person to purchase a CT. Most regular teslas, ok I get it. Even if they are made like shit, there's some of level functionally and practicality there. A CT Excels at nothing but taking up space and drawing attention
 
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Heelsandeers said:
Still regret not buying something in 2019-2020, right before car prices & inflation really started to jump

I actually sold a car in that timeframe, which makes it worse
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Yeah, I leased a 2022 Pilot for the same payment as my 2019. It was cheaper then to lease a new car than to buy a used one. Went to turn back in the 2022 last month and was shocked at how much the 2025 Pilot cost. It's about $10K more than the 2022 with the same options. I ended up buying out the 2022 one. But now I am thinking of getting rid of it and getting a Palisade. The 2025 is the same cost as the 2022 Pilot.
 
Sister has been shopping a while. Decided on a RAV4. Problem is it's 8 to 10 months wait on a new one with the package she wanted. Got a calll 3 weeks ago that the dealer was able to get one from a NOLA dealer but it would be 2K higher. She jumped on it. Dealer already saying it woukd cost even more today.

ETA Dealer said when a rare occurrence of any unsold RAV does show up on a delivery manifest it is sold long before it arrives.
 
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grimes70 said:
Sister has been shopping a while. Decided on a RAV4. Problem is it's 8 to 10 months wait on a new one with the package she wanted. Got a calll 3 weeks ago that the dealer was able to get one from a NOLA dealer but it would be 2K higher. She jumped on it. Dealer already saying it woukd cost even more today.
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The midsize suv market is nuts. I’m a “never buy new” type, but I’m also looking at 2023 crv hybrids with 20k miles going for $2k less than 2025s, and 2022 rav4s going for $35-37k. If it wasn’t for my other half’s firm desire for cargo space, I think I’d just get a bulletproof, loaded 2020 fusion hybrid, save $15-20k, and call it good for 8-10 years.
 
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Healing said:
The midsize suv market is nuts. I’m a “never buy new” type, but I’m also looking at 2023 crv hybrids with 20k miles going for $2k less than 2025s, and 2022 rav4s going for $35-37k. If it wasn’t for my other half’s firm desire for cargo space, I think I’d just get a bulletproof, loaded 2020 fusion hybrid, save $15-20k, and call it good for 8-10 years.
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I bought a new 2025 CR-V Hybrid for $32.5K. But I worked dealers for 6 months before making the move. 3.9% interest. 40 mpg. A versatile city and road car. CR-Vs upsized a few years ago and it is surprisingly spacious with more cargo room than the small SUV competition. The dealer was going to give us only $500 trade-in for our 2009 Odyssey - so we kept it for big landscaping hauls at Lowes. The CR-V Hybrid is not an off road king like the Outlander (which has a hybrid for 2026). But it has significant oomph and short acceleration in moving traffic. Agreed - the used cars are overpriced vs. depreciation.
 
Heelsandeers said:
I'm similar, mostly Toyotas and Hondas over the years. Some purchased new, others 10-15+ year old used clean examples

Have a '05 Accord, '05 RSX, and '05 LS430 at the moment. 200k/140k/95k miles respectively. Next vehicle will be a mid '00s 100 series Landcruiser/LX, assuming I can find one that isn't rusted out

Early-mid '00s was the golden era of car making imo, at least when it comes to Honda/Toyota. Best balance of reliability, cost, quality, and tech
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Our 2009 Odyssey (bought it for $22.5K - easily twice that today!) is a BEAST, especially with a set of Yokohama tires.
 
Duke Mu said:
I bought a new 2025 CR-V Hybrid for $32.5K. But I worked dealers for 6 months before making the move. 3.9% interest. 40 mpg. A versatile city and road car. CR-Vs upsized a few years ago and it is surprisingly spacious with more cargo room than the small SUV competition. The dealer was going to give us only $500 trade-in for our 2009 Odyssey - so we kept it for big landscaping hauls at Lowes. The CR-V Hybrid is not an off road king like the Outlander (which has a hybrid for 2026). But it has significant oomph and short acceleration in moving traffic. Agreed - the used cars are overpriced vs. depreciation.
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Any issues to date? Rattles? I’m impressed with the fit and finish of Honda’s current interior kits and return to clean line exterior design (good lord, the prior gen civic - yikes), just not a long enough track record to know much, yet.
 
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Healing said:
Any issues to date? Rattles? I’m impressed with the fit and finish of Honda’s current interior kits and return to clean line interyand exterior design (good lord, the prior gen civic - yikes), just not a long enough track record to know much, yet.
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Not so far. It's a good ride. Pretty quiet - in fact the CR-V Hybrid would be very quiet if on NC roads, which are typically in much better condition than Texas roads. The transition between hybrid battery and gasoline and everything in between is seamless, especially compared with the Toyota Rav-4. The CR-V has more cargo room. The sport package has all the connectivity I need. I just leave the headlights on automatic - the LED lights and turning lights are clear but not glaring.

The thing I like in the CR-V and Odyssey is the response and handling on the road. I feel in complete control. If buying new, I recommend the Bridgestone tires vs. Kumhos. The dealer was willing to trade tires with a small installation fee and then drove the new vehicle 80 miles to our home 2 days later.

If you're looking to climb the Rockies like a bad@$$ and off-road, this isn't for you. But Honda's high torque engine and surprising HP as a hybrid allows easy maneuvering around students, city traffic, and in interstate travel. Plus, I loved that $13.00 gas bill from Shell last this month!
 
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