"dogisbadob" (dogisbadob)
10/23/2018 at 21:23 • Filed to: None
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"dogisbadob" (dogisbadob)
10/23/2018 at 21:23 • Filed to: None | 1
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I know VW doesn’t make the best cars, but it is hard to find a fuel-efficient hatchback or wagon with a panoramic sunroof.
In particular, the 2.5L gas engine. Is it any good? Keeping a VW in good condition can be scary.
GM didn’t sell too many Astras over here, which would probably be the most economical car with that feature.
Hyundai’s sunroofs have been exploding lately, with no fix in sight. So the Elantra GT and Kia Soul are out.
Most of the other cars with the feature are huge expensive-to-keep-running big SUV’s with 14 mpg.
But You can get a non-diesel Mk5 Jetta wagon with the panoramic sunroof at a decent price.
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> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 21:39 |
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Hyundais and Kias in general are exploding lately.
I don’t know your budget, but the Venza is a good car that has a lot of space and can easily be found for under $15,000 with a panoramic roof.
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dogisbadob
> Under_Score
10/23/2018 at 21:41 |
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Yeah, the Venza is awesome! It’s a Camry wagon. I just recently remembered it existed.
It is also being considered, of course.
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> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 21:42 |
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Oh, that comment reminded me: there are lots of cheaper Toyotas with panoramic roofs in Toyota’s lineup that get better mileage. The Prius v is an excellent example.
shop-teacher
> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 21:42 |
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I personally have zero experience with Mk5 Jettas , but TFritch recently advised OC to stay away from them, as they develop a lot of weird issues as they age . He runs an independent foriegn car specialty repair shop, so to my mind he would know. Take that for what it’s worth.
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dogisbadob
> Under_Score
10/23/2018 at 21:47 |
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The Prius V’s sunroof doesn’
t actually open. It’s fixed. Same problem with Ford’s C-Max ;
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Junkrat aka Rick Sanchez: Fury Road Edition
> shop-teacher
10/23/2018 at 21:47 |
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I never see MkV VW anything anymore. I live in an area that loves VW’s and wagons and it’s like I live in a timeline where MkV’s don’t exist. I see plenty IV’s and VI’s, I don’t know what is going on.
Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo
> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 21:48 |
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I'm a big believer in the 2.5; everything else around it though... Better go with low miles
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> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 21:49 |
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I’d probably be driving one if they were cheaper new. I suggested the Prius v, but the roof could only be had with an option package on the top-level
Five model, I believe. The Venza, meanwhile, had the roof available for both engines and a variety of packages, making it much easier to find.
ToyotaFamily
> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 21:55 |
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VW panoramic sunroofs aren’t that great either.
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dogisbadob
> ToyotaFamily
10/23/2018 at 22:02 |
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HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 22:30 |
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I have limited experience but my MIL had a manual 2.5 sedan and I really like driving it. It was my first teaste of torque and I liked it. Also drove smooth and was very comfortable
Agrajag
> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 22:34 |
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The 2.5 is pretty good. Mine did 75k with no issues. H ad a friend put 200,000 commuting miles on one and another friend who would go 30k-ish miles between oil changes and his went til 150k before he traded it in.
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ToyotaFamily
> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 22:38 |
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I’d still buy one, just without the panoramic roof. The 2.5 is pretty solid.
Jack Does Cars
> dogisbadob
10/23/2018 at 22:38 |
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I mean, if you want something a bit nicer and German with a pan oramic sunroof the Audi A4 Avant and the E91 328i might be right up your alley.
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dogisbadob
> ToyotaFamily
10/23/2018 at 22:48 |
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ok
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HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
> Jack Does Cars
10/23/2018 at 23:50 |
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E9x master race
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HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
> dogisbadob
10/24/2018 at 01:05 |
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I remember when it came out being in love with it, and then seeing a Flex and I instantly forgot about the Vebza