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Car Forum / Honda Cars / November 2006FIT or Yaris - Element or xB
I need some wheels. Cost is the primary determinant, but I want to spend my money wisely, and a couple thousand more for a vehicle that gives me more utility may be money well spent. Second determinant is fuel economy. I don't haul anything, it is just me going many miles. I have looked at the Fit and Yaris and they fit for cost and economy. But I have read some real horror stories about the FIT. This does not HAVE TO be a determinant, but it would be nice if the vehicle could pull say a 1000# trailer, little fishing boat. But that is just a nice to have. I like the looks of both the Element and the Scion xB. Of those 4 vehicles, and understanding my determinants, and hopefully YOU knowing a whole lot more about these vehicles than I do, which would you buy and why? If towing the small boat is a realistic possibility, buy the Element...it can tow 1500 lbs. What horror stories have you heard about the Fit? I have heard nothing but good things about both the Fit and Yaris. Expect to pay MSRP for either as they are highly popular and in short supply. Consider the xA or Corolla for low cost and/or excellent fuel mileage. Corollas are easy to find that are significantly cheaper than either of the other 2 cars. >I need some wheels. Cost is the primary determinant, but I want to > spend my money wisely, and a couple thousand more for a vehicle that [quoted text clipped - 12 lines] > YOU knowing a whole lot more about these vehicles than I do, which > would you buy and why? Along the lines of economy consider the CR-V a cheaper alternative to the Element. Earle > If towing the small boat is a realistic possibility, buy the Element...it > can tow 1500 lbs. What horror stories have you heard about the Fit? I have [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > YOU knowing a whole lot more about these vehicles than I do, which > > would you buy and why? Actually, that is not the case. A 2007 Element LX starts at $18,900 MSRP and a 2006 LX CR-V starts at $20,395. The 2007 CR-V has higher prices than that. > Along the lines of economy consider the CR-V a cheaper alternative to the > Element. [quoted text clipped - 28 lines] >> > YOU knowing a whole lot more about these vehicles than I do, which >> > would you buy and why? Agreed. The Element is not only cheaper, but offers more utility in many ways. Plus it will haul more than the brochures actually say... that's all about hardcore, extreme heat conditions. The Element is Honda's utility SUV with good MPG while the CR-V is their more upscale SUV that you may not want to get dirty w/ the carpet, etc. Either way, good luck to you. > Along the lines of economy consider the CR-V a cheaper alternative to the > Element. [quoted text clipped - 28 lines] >> > YOU knowing a whole lot more about these vehicles than I do, which >> > would you buy and why? > Of those 4 vehicles, and understanding my determinants, and hopefully > YOU knowing a whole lot more about these vehicles than I do, which > would you buy and why? Nissan Versa has a larger engine than its competitors so it may be able to tow your boat and still provide decent mpg. Element is not especially fuel efficient - a 2007 Camry delivers better mpg and is a much safer vehicle; Camry can tow 1000 lb. If you drive in town the new tiny cars offer some advantages. If you drive on the highway you should try to verify that the tiny cars will actually deliver the rated mpg and you should test drive them to see if you are satisfied with their highway performance. I'd probably buy a used Camry or Accord or Corolla rather than a new Fit, Yaris or Versa if I needed a commuter car (but I need highway performance/safety for my commute). FWIW - I bought a 2006 used Saturn Ion 2 with all the options, sunroof, 11000 miles. It just came off 1 year lease. I was very interested in either a FIT or YARIS, however every one of those vehicles coming into this area until the end of the year is already sold. I had the option to buy one sight unseen, and I would have received it in January. The Saturn I got, in a new 2007 version costs $17000. I got it for $12000. It will be garaged and cared for so even though I would agree F/Y are better quality, this vehicle should certainly provide satisfactory service to us. Also, it will tow 1000# in case we want to pull a small fishing boat to the lake, which is only 3 blocks from the house. Thanks to everyone for your input. It was valuable information in making my decision. >> Of those 4 vehicles, and understanding my determinants, and hopefully >> YOU knowing a whole lot more about these vehicles than I do, which [quoted text clipped - 14 lines] >Fit, Yaris or Versa if I needed a commuter car (but I need highway >performance/safety for my commute). |
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