|
Cars you love etc etc but what about cars you drive now ? (pg. 7)
|
View this Thread in Original format
| L.E.N. |
| quote: | Originally posted by BuffaloJared
luv schmitty... 9.5? |
I do love my schmidts
9" front 10.5 rear |
|
|
| bas |
| quote: | Originally posted by Chris Crossland
02 VW GTI 1.8T |
That's HOT :crazy:
My car is leased so I really can't do much to it. I was contemplating getting the euro springs that drop the ride height about 1.5 inches and tinting the windows. That's probably it.
LEN, what's yours look like? |
|
|
| lücid |
| quote: | Originally posted by Abercrombie
I heard some Hyundai models are bad, but my first Hyundai, a '95 accent I bought brand new lasted me 12 years. It was built like a tank, never any major problems. I just bought an Elantra a couple of months ago, and expect it will go just as long. |
i've been considering downgrading my Jetta to an Elantra GT.
what's your gas mileage like? |
|
|
| gehzumteufel |
| quote: | Originally posted by lücid
i've been considering downgrading my Jetta to an Elantra GT.
what's your gas mileage like? |
wtf why!? |
|
|
| Slylee |
my dad was just visiting and had to rent a car and they gave him a hyndai elantra i think? i dunno but it's like the wanna be toyota camery and it was actually pretty nice on the inside and had a little kick.
also, a long time ago when they first came out, my sister had the tiberon and i used to drive it a lot my senior year and that thing was fun to drive.
i mean,i wouldn't go buying a hydai, but i was pleasantly surprised by both of those cars. |
|
|
| trewqy |
| quote: | Originally posted by lücid
i've been considering downgrading my Jetta to an Elantra GT.
what's your gas mileage like? |
Korean cars have poor mileage. POOR. kia..hyundai..same .
I drove an elantra for 2 years back in 2001.My dad gave it to me..and I think he got the better deal. |
|
|
| lücid |
| quote: | Originally posted by gehzumteufel
wtf why!? |
because when i bought my Jetta, i was doing a lot of long-distance driving so i wanted a nice solid car. gas wasn't as expensive back then so i figured out what i could afford and went for it. now that it costs me as much to fill my tank every month as it does for my car payment, i'm looking into driving something a little cheaper so that i can decrease my monthly payment and probably knock a bit off the insurance as well.
i have no problem driving a cheaper car if it means i'll have extra cash to pay for vacations, school, credit card debt, etc... i don't drive as much as i used to (25 miles each way to and from work, and Chicago every few weekends).
basically i'm just sick of paying $500/month for my transportation, and the Jetta is expensive to service/repair. |
|
|
| lücid |
| but i'm also kind of waiting to see what my financial situation is after i get a pay raise in October... :disbelief |
|
|
| Abercrombie |
| quote: | Originally posted by lücid
i've been considering downgrading my Jetta to an Elantra GT.
what's your gas mileage like? |
I just bought a 2003 model, with only 47k (km) on it. It was a steal at $7500 for a safe, reliable, peppy, smooth riding and especially a fuel mizer. I drive 650km until each time the gas light comes on (55L tank size) and I've been running the AC a lot so far this summer. I think it's rated at about 35mpg give or take.
It's rated highly recommended by Consumer Reports.
The GT model is a hatchback that looks a lot like a Saab, and was my first choice, but couldn't find one before my Accent started giving up. |
|
|
| L.E.N. |
| quote: | Originally posted by bas
LEN, what's yours look like? |
Posted it on page 4 or 5 I think...
Here is another..
 |
|
|
| Abercrombie |
| quote: | Originally posted by trewqy
Korean cars have poor mileage. POOR. kia..hyundai..same .
I drove an elantra for 2 years back in 2001.My dad gave it to me..and I think he got the better deal. |
That's ancient history. Hyundai is tops now.
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/...-eng0807car.htm
| quote: |
HYUNDAI ELANTRA BEATS THRIFTY TOYOTA COROLLA IN CONSUMER REPORTS’ TESTS OF FIVE SMALL SEDANS
Redesigned Toyota Corolla gets excellent 32 mpg in CR’s stringent fuel economy tests
YONKERS, NY — After testing a group of compacts and subcompacts, Consumer Reports judged the Hyundai Elantra SE best with an “Excellent” overall road test score. But three other compact cars, Subaru Impreza, Toyota Corolla and Ford Focus, also achieved “Very Good” ratings in a report on gas-saving sedans published in the July issue.
The Corolla achieved a very impressive 32 mpg overall in Consumer Reports’ real-world fuel economy tests. That’s among the best gas mileage CR has seen in a conventional gasoline-powered car with an automatic transmission. Only the smaller Honda Fit (32 mpg) and Toyota Yaris (33 mpg) subcompacts do as well or better.
Two Chevrolets were also tested as part of this group, the Cobalt and Aveo. Both ranked near the bottom of the pack. Among compact sedans, the Cobalt ranks 17th out of 19 vehicles tested. Among subcompacts, the Aveo ranks last among the 12 vehicles tested.
Prices for the six cars in CR’s tests range from $16,205 for the subcompact Aveo LT to $19,106 for the Impreza 2.5i which is all wheel drive. Even with prices under $20,000, the best of today’s small cars provide many convenience features, comfortable interiors, good refinement, and improved fuel economy.
Full tests and ratings of the test group appear in the July issue of Consumer Reports, which goes on sale June 3. The issue features a cover package of stories on gas-saving cars, with CR’s ratings on a total of 31 small sedans and 21 top used cars with great mpg figures. The reports are also available to subscribers of www.ConsumerReports.org.
The Elantra’s top rating in the small sedans class shows how far Hyundai has come in the last decade. Its cars used to be unreliable and unrefined, with low scores in CR’s tests. Now, some compete with the best in their classes.
Formal evaluations on these vehicles were completed earlier this year, which allowed Consumer Reports to name the Elantra SE its Top Pick in the small sedan category for its Annual April Auto issue. It outpoints the Honda Civic EX with a manual transmission by just a fraction of a point—but also comes with standard electronic stability control, a very important safety feature.
Of the vehicles in this report, Consumer Reports is Recommending the Elantra, Impreza, and Focus. CR doesn’t have reliability data yet on the redesigned Corolla. The Cobalt scores too low in CR’s road tests to be Recommended; its reliability has been average. The Aveo also scored too low in testing to be Recommended; its reliability has been below average. Consumer Reports only Recommends vehicles that have performed well in its tests, have at least average predicted reliability based on CR’s Annual Car Reliability Survey of its more than seven million print and web subscribers, and performed at least adequately if crash-tested or included in a government rollover test.
The Elantra SE is a well-rounded package with a quiet, roomy cabin, a comfortable ride, and nice fit. It provides excellent braking and very secure emergency handling, aided by the SE’s standard electronic stability control. Fuel economy is respectable at 27 mpg overall. The Elantra SE ($17,980 Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price as tested) is equipped with a 132-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine and four-speed automatic that delivers reasonable acceleration and smooth and responsive shifts. The Elantra delivered the shortest braking distances and achieved a Very Good score in CR’s emergency handling tests. The nice-sized trunk can be expanded by lowering the 60/40-split rear seatbacks.
The redesigned Impreza is a pleasant and practical car with the most comfortable ride of any small car tested by Consumer Reports. It has more rear-seat room, a quieter cabin, and better fit and finish than the previous model. While its handling is still fairly agile, the Impreza isn’t as sporty to drive as its predecessor. Its standard all-wheel-drive helps in slippery conditions but saps fuel economy: its 24 mpg ties for lowest in this group with the Cobalt. The Impreza 2.5i ($19,106 MSRP as tested) is powered by a 170-hp, 2.5-liter flat-four-cylinder engine and was among the quickest in this group from 0 to 60 mph. The car’s optional four-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly. Braking is very good. The small trunk can be expanded by folding down the 60/40-split rear seatbacks.
The pleasant and refined Corolla provides a comfortable ride, an improved driving position, and a roomier rear seat, compared with the previous model. But the interior fit and finish isn’t quite as good. Aided by optional electronic stability control, handling is responsive and secure if not sporty. The Corolla LE ($18,404 MSRP as tested) is powered by a 132-hp, 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine that accelerates reasonably and gets excellent fuel economy. In highway driving, the Corolla gets 40 mpg. The four-speed automatic transmission is smooth and responsive. Braking is very good overall. Trunk room is adequate and can be expanded by folding the 60/40-split rear seatbacks.
Ford’s freshening of the Focus doesn’t hide the fact that the underpinnings for this car’s design are nine years old. The Focus was once CR’s top-rated small car, but now it rates only midpack. It retains some of its strengths—agile handling, a composed ride, and a roomy interior. But interior fit and finish and noise remain weak points. The Focus SES ($18,490 MSRP as tested) is equipped with a 130-hp, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers average performance. The four-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly. Braking is very good, though stopping distances are longer than in the previous generation Focus. There’s ample trunk room, and the trunk can be expanded by folding the 60/40-split rear seatbacks.
The Cobalt offers plenty of equipment for the money, especially when you factor in sale incentives. The Cobalt LT tested carried an MSRP of $17,450. But it is a lackluster car that falls short in several areas, including powertrain refinement, fit and finish, seat comfort and driving position. Recent tweaks have improved fuel economy and reduced engine noise a bit, but those changes also compromised acceleration, braking, and cornering grip. The Cobalt’s 148-hp, 2.2-liter engine delivers decent acceleration but just 24 mpg overall in CR’s tests. The optional four-speed automatic transmission shifts smoothly. The moderately sized trunk expands when you fold down the 60/40-split rear seatbacks.
Recent upgrades to the Aveo haven’t made it competitive in its class of subcompacts, which include Honda’s Fit and the Toyota Yaris. It suffers from a stiff ride, uncomfortable seats, a noisy cabin, clumsy handling, and slow acceleration. Its 25 mpg overall fuel economy is disappointing for such a small and slow car. But at least the Aveo features relatively easy access, decent trunk space, and a tight turning circle. The Aveo LT ($16,205 MSRP as tested) is powered by a 103-hp, 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine that delivers only fair acceleration. The four-speed transmission shifts smoothly enough. The 60/40-split rear seatbacks fold forward to increase cargo space.
With more than 7 million print and online subscribers, Consumer Reports is one of the most trusted sources for information and advice on consumer products and services. It conducts the most comprehensive auto-test program of any U.S. publication or Web site; the magazine’s auto experts have decades of experience in driving, testing, and reporting on cars. To become a subscriber, consumers can call 1-800-234-1645. Information and articles from the magazine can be accessed online at www.ConsumerReports.org. |
|
|
|
| bas |
| quote: | Originally posted by L.E.N.
Posted it on page 4 or 5 I think...
Here is another..
|
Oh this WAS yours, I thought it was Jared's :o
Those rims are great, and that's the generation that made me want a GTI. |
|
|
|
|
